## SECTION XVIII - TOURNAMENT STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE 

## STANDARDS 

player should be given the time necessary to put on her socks and shoes before “Time” is called. 

(e) If a player is unable to play after thirty (30) seconds, then the player will be subject to a Code of Conduct violation (in accordance with the Point Penalty Schedule). 

(f) At the conclusion of the MTO, the PHCP shall leave the court. The player may receive treatment on two (2) additional change of ends, which need not be consecutive, for each MTO taken. 

vi. Consecutive MTOs 

A total of two (2) consecutive MTOs may be allowed by the Supervisor or Chair Umpire for the special circumstance in which the PHCP determines the player has developed at the same time at least two (2) distinct treatable medical conditions. 

(a) Circumstances Allowing for Consecutive MTOs 

Such circumstances may include: 

(i) A medical illness in conjunction with a musculoskeletal injury; or 

(b) Process and Timing 

In such cases, the PHCP will perform a medical evaluation for the two (2) or more treatable medical conditions during a single evaluation, and may then determine that two (2) consecutive MTOs are required, advising the Chair Umpire accordingly. 

The Chair Umpire will count down the MTOs separately, making appropriate announcements for the commencement of each MTO (e.g., “Miss/Mrs. ____ is taking a second Medical Time- Out”). 

d. Resumption of Play and Penalties for Rule Violations 

After completion of a MTO or medical treatment, any delay in resumption of play shall be penalized as a Code of Conduct violation for Delay of Game. 

