Drilling & Ball Machine Policy

Pictona’s Drilling & Ball Machine Policy

1. General Court Usage
   • All players have equal access to the courts on a first-come, first-served basis, except during designated reservation times, programmed play, and special events. It should be noted that in Pictona's hierarchy of court utilization, doubles play takes priority over singles play and drilling.
   • Courts 9-30 are open for Doubles Open Play as designated skill pods. These courts should not be used for drilling and cannot be reserved by players for drilling or private play.
   • Stadium Courts S1-S4 and MetroHealth Championship Court are designated for Pictona’s educational activities and Open Play. These courts should not be used for drilling and cannot be reserved.

2. Drilling and Ball Machine Usage
   • Players are permitted to use courts 21, 22, and 31-44 for drilling without a reservation, provided they are not already reserved, being used for POP! events, and no paddles are in the Next-Up queue. Personal ball machines are permitted on these courts for drilling purposes.
     • While not required, players are encouraged to reserve courts for drilling activities on these courts. Courts can be reserved online here or by contacting the Welcome Desk at 386-310-7067.
   • Covered courts 1-3 can only be used for drilling purposes when the court is reserved by a player. Courts 1-3 are available for reservation during the following times:
     • Monday to Friday: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
     • Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
   • Covered courts 4-8 are designated for Open Play and should not be used for drilling.
   • The only covered courts that personal ball machines may be used on are Courts 1-3, which require a reservation for drilling activities.

3. Special Considerations

• • The club may schedule POP! events or special activities that could restrict access to certain courts. A 14 day-calendar of our court reservations can be viewed here.
  • Any misuse or violation of these court usage policies may result in temporary or permanent suspension of court privileges.

4. Enforcement
   • Pictona staff and designated personnel have the authority to enforce this policy.
   • Players are expected to adhere to these guidelines to ensure fair and equitable court usage for all.

5. Review and Amendments
   • This policy is subject to review and may be amended as needed by Pictona management. Any updates or changes will be communicated on the club’s website at https://pictona.org/policies/drilling-ball-machine-policy/