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Lawn Tennis: Skills and Rules Guide

This module discusses the sport of lawn tennis, including its history, basic mechanics, how to play, tennis court dimensions, equipment, judges, and basic shots and skills for beginners. It provides concept notes, a brief history of tennis evolving from jeu de paume, describes scoring and how matches are played, and includes activities for students to research basic tennis shots.

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Lawn Tennis: Skills and Rules Guide

This module discusses the sport of lawn tennis, including its history, basic mechanics, how to play, tennis court dimensions, equipment, judges, and basic shots and skills for beginners. It provides concept notes, a brief history of tennis evolving from jeu de paume, describes scoring and how matches are played, and includes activities for students to research basic tennis shots.

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PE & HEALTH 2

Name:________________________________________
Grade and Section:_____________________________

LEARNING MODULE 5
Third Quarter - Second Semester

What is this module all about?


By learning the concepts of lawn tennis through this module, you will be able to deepen the
knowledge and develop the skills you already have on the said sport.

What do you need to learn?


(1) Discuss the nature of the different sports activities – Lawn Tennis. PEH11-FH-IIa-18
Pretest
Directions: On the space provided before each number, write TRUE if the statement is correct; otherwise,
write FALSE.
_________ 1. Lawn tennis can only be played by one player in each playing court.
_
_________ 2. Tennis matches were played on courts with different surfaces, including grass, clay or
_ hard court.
_________ 3. The service judge is responsible in observing if the athlete does not step on the line at the
_ time of the service.
_________ 4. The game tennis is composed of 8 sets, and the player who manages to win first 6 sets
_ wins the game.
_________ 5. The racket should not contain anything that changes the player’s performance, such as
_ something that changes the racket’s weight distribution.

Refer to the Answer Key on the last page of this module to check your answers.

CONCEPT NOTES

● Lawn Tennis is a sport usually played by one player in each playing court for singles and two
players for doubles. It can also be played with mixed doubles with a boy and a girl player for each
team.
● The objective of the game is to play the ball over the net in such a way that the opponent will not
be able to return a good ball. The player uses a racket to strike the ball over the net into the
opponent’s court.

Brief History
● Tennis was originated from a French game called Jeu de Paume (Paume, meaning “Palm”).
● It was a court game where the ball was struck back and forth using the hand. It was then evolved
all throughout, and eventually, rackets were used instead of the hands.
● In Europe, the game was then spread, and in 1873, Major Walter Wingfield, a student of court
tennis introduced the game called “Playing Ball” from which modern outdoor racket game was
played. From then on, tennis was introduced, and it was known as Lawn Tennis.
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Basic Mechanics
● In playing this game, players must keep the ball in play by returning it over the net before it
touches the floor twice. Tennis matches were played on courts with different surfaces, including
grass, clay, or hard court.
● The International Tennis Federation is the governing body for tennis. All the standard rules in
playing the game are set for all tennis competitions by this body.
● It was in the 19th century where the game was simplified and the method of scoring was
regularized. It was in the United States where the game was introduced.

How to Play Tennis


● The game tennis is composed of 3 sets, and the player who manages to win first 6 sets wins the
game.
● The goal is to get to 6 games first. For the set to end, there must be at least one difference between
two matches between players. If 6 / 6 stays in games, a tie-break will have to be played, which
works like an extra game, and whoever can win this game and reach the 7 games first, wins the set.
● The games are punctuated as follows: 15, 30, and 40. Each time the player wins a move, the player
gains 15 points, then goes to 30, until after the 40, if he wins another move, he wins the game if he
has an advantage of 2 played. If 40 / 40 stays, for example, it is called deuce each time they are
tied, and the game only ends when one of them reaches an advantage of 2 plays.

Tennis Court
● The tennis is played in a rectangular field; the two measures vary if played individually or in pairs,
thus making it wider.
● The court is 23.77 meters in length. Its width is 8,23 meters for singles and about 10.97 meters for
doubles. Around the court, it also takes some extra space for players to reach the balls.
● The field is divided in two by a network, which at the ends measures about 1.07 meters and in the
center measures 91.4 centimeters.
● It is also divided by different lines and the sides, and the bottom delimit the field. It has a space of
6.4 meters from the net to each side of it, which is then divided in two, called the service area.
The court's service line is also 21ft (6.4m) from the net.
● This zone serves as a reference for where the ball has to bounce in the service of the opponent
player.

Equipment
● In terms of clothing, there is no rule that uniforms should be worn by players. In addition, the
equipment for practicing tennis are very basic:

a. Racket. The racket must be of a flat surface, formed with


horizontal and vertical ropes crossing, and the string must be
uniform. In terms of dimensions, it should not exceed 73.7
inches long and 31.7 inches wide. The racket should not
contain anything that changes the player’s performance, such
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as something that changes the racket’s weight distribution.

b. Ball. It is usually yellow, with a uniform outer surface, and


there can be no visible seams. Its diameter should be between
6.35 and 6.67 centimeters and its weight should be between
56.7 and 58.5 grams.

Judges
● In a tennis match, there are a total of 12 judges divided into chair Judge, network judge, side and
centerline judges, service judges, and serve judges. The following are the description and functions
of the judges.
1. Chair Judge: He/she is responsible for commanding the match. He/she announces the score and
has the power to reverse the decisions of the other referees. He/she also applies penalties such as
warning, point loss, and suspension.
2. Network Judge: He/she checks whether or not the ball touches the net during a serve. An
electronic device can assist the network judge.
3. Serving Judge: He/she observes whether or not the serve given by the opposing player has left
the service line.
4. Service Judge: He/she observes if the athlete does not step on the line at the time of the service.
5. Line Judges: There are four line judges—two on each side of the court. They are responsible for
identifying whether the service has entered the service area or not and advises the chair judge
regarding the absences.
6. Central Line Judge: There are two central line judges. They observe if the ball hits the correct
side of the court at the time of service.
7. Court Judge: He/she can suspend the game, for example, because of bad weather. Also, an athlete
may be disqualified for unsportsmanlike conduct.
8. Ball catcher: He is responsible for catching the balls on the court and hands them over to the
tennis players.

ACTIVITY 5.1
When you are beginning to learn tennis, all you want to focus on is hitting that ball and getting ready
to play matches as soon as possible. You may not really care about the name of the shot you are hitting, as
long as it’s going over the net. And yet, whether from your coach or other players, you will keep hearing
things about serves, volleys, and on-the-run-forehand-inside-outs.
Now, your task is to have a research on the basic lawn tennis shots and skills that a beginner like you
needs to learn and practice. Complete the table below by providing the information needed. You may use a
separate paper if needed.

Lawn Tennis Shots and Skills Description


1.

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2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

POST TEST
Directions: Read each question below carefully. Then, encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. What is a score of 40-40 in tennis called?


a. ace c. equal
b. deuce d. tie
2. In the medieval times, instead of a racket, people used to play tennis using which of the following?
a. Sticks c. their feet
b. Their hands d. parchment
3. Which of the following is found inside a tennis ball?
a. Cork c. water
b. Rubber d. nothing
4. Which of the following best describes an ace?
a. A trick shot
b. A ball which is smashed into the net
c. A serve that hits an opponent in the legs
d. A ball that is not returned by the server’s opponent
5. In tennis, which of the following scores does “love” represent?
a. 0 c. 30
b. 15 d. 40

Answer Key
Here are the answers in the pre-test. Please look at this part only after accomplishing the test.
HONESTY IS STILL THE BEST POLICY. Please check your answers and determine how much
knowledge you have attained.
1. FALSE
2. TRUE
3. TRUE
4. FALSE
5. TRUE

References
Online Source: All About Tennis retrieved from [Link]

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The scoring system in lawn tennis, set as 15, 30, 40, reflects its historical origins from European influences, likely derived from clock face representations. The system functions by awarding points in these increments, culminating in a game if a player gains a two-point advantage. A match generally comprises three sets, and the first player to win six games, unless a tiebreak is needed, wins a set. This system manages the flow of play and ties back to historical methods of scoring adapted for uniformity in the 19th century .

The global standardization of lawn tennis rules was influenced significantly by its development during the 19th century, initiated by Major Walter Wingfield. The introduction of common rules and scoring systems, propagated by the International Tennis Federation, allowed lawn tennis to become a regulated sport worldwide. This included standardizing equipment and court dimensions, which facilitated international competition and consistent game play by transcending regional variations originally present in its precursor, Jeu de Paume .

The restriction on tennis rackets from containing elements that alter performance ensures fair play by maintaining uniform equipment standards across players. Consistency in racket specifications prevents players from gaining unfair advantages through technological enhancements. A disadvantage of this regulation is it may stifle innovation in racket technology that could enhance player safety or performance naturally. However, the advantage is that it preserves the sport's integrity by focusing on skill rather than equipment-assisted performance .

Lawn tennis originated from a French game called Jeu de Paume, where players struck the ball using their hands. Over time, rackets replaced hands, evolving the game. This transformation occurred as Jeu de Paume spread across Europe. In 1873, Major Walter Wingfield introduced a new version called 'Playing Ball,' which was played outdoors with rackets, laying the groundwork for modern lawn tennis .

In lawn tennis, the service judge ensures that players do not step over the service line during serve execution, while the central line judge focuses on the service's landing area. The central line judge verifies that the ball serves the correct side of the court. These distinct responsibilities help maintain regulation, ensuring fair competition and adherence to official rules .

A tennis ball's characteristics, such as its yellow color, uniform outer surface, and lack of visible seams, are designed to optimize visibility and aerodynamic consistency. The ball's diameter ranges from 6.35 to 6.67 centimeters, and its weight between 56.7 and 58.5 grams ensures an optimal balance of speed, bounce, and control. These features together allow for consistent playability and uniform reactions in various playing conditions, which are essential for fair play .

The network judge is tasked with determining if the ball touches the net during a serve, while line judges, positioned on each side of the court, are responsible for judging whether the service has entered the service area correctly. Technology aids, such as electronic devices, assist network judges in accurately determining net touches, enhancing the accuracy of their judgments. This technological support ensures precise calls, reducing human error that can affect match outcomes .

In lawn tennis, judges play critical roles to ensure the game is conducted fairly. The evolution of the judging system includes a variety of judges with specified duties: Chair Judge, Network Judge, Serving Judges, and Line Judges, among others. The chair judge holds significant authority as they command the match, announce scores, and have the power to reverse decisions made by other referees. This central figure applies penalties and ensures that all rules are adhered to .

In lawn tennis, court dimensions differ for singles and doubles matches. For singles, the court is 8.23 meters wide, whereas for doubles, it expands to approximately 10.97 meters to accommodate the additional players. Both formats share the same court length of 23.77 meters, with extra space around the court to allow player movement. These differences ensure fair play and uphold the strategic elements of each match format .

The difference in court dimensions for singles (narrower) versus doubles (wider) influences game strategies significantly. In singles, the narrower court focuses strategy on speed and precision, requiring players to cover more ground laterally and make precise shots. Doubles require coordination and positioning to cover the greater width, emphasizing teamwork and tactical play like serving and volleying. These physical differences in the play area demand adaptive strategies suited to each format .

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