iv. Approved Schedule 

Each player must meet with representatives of the WTA for the purpose of developing and agreeing upon the player’s schedule (including but not limited to Professional Tennis Tournaments, Billie Jean King Cup, Olympics, and Exhibitions/Non-WTA Events) for the next twelve (12) months. The player must submit her projected schedule via the online ScheduleZone module, including details on the player’s off-season, pre-competition weeks, active rest and recovery weeks, and appropriate developmental blocks for review and approval. Once approved by the WTA, the player and her coach must also agree to the schedule. Changes to the agreed upon schedule must be submitted to the WTA for approval no less than four (4) weeks prior to such requested change. The approved schedule is subject to review, and failure to comply with the schedule will subject the player to penalties as outlined in Section X.C.2. 

Each player also must acknowledge in writing that she has a full understanding of the Singles Commitment Tournament requirements and Player Development Programs. 

v. It is a player’s responsibility to advise the WTA of any changes in her Player Support Team Members, including coach or agent. 

vi. Player Support Team Member Requirements 

(a) A Pro Path Coach must complete the Player Development health and safety modules, including but not limited to “ScheduleZone” and “Safety & Security.” 

(b) A Pro Path Coach must agree in writing to abide by the WTA Rules. 

(c) A Pro Path Coach must be in good standing. 

(d) A Pro Path Coach must work with the player and WTA representatives to review, agree to, and execute the approved, submitted schedule. 

(e) A coach who is nominated by a Player Development player to act as her Pro Path Coach must provide proof of Qualification/ Certification from a recognized organization or governing body (e.g., a National Federation, the ITF, PTR). A copy of the current certification or confirmation from the governing body that the coach is current and in good standing will be required to receive a WTA player-coach credential. 

