Space City Tennis Dress Code

Space City Tennis (SCT) LLC provides tennis programs on the property of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). SCT's 'Dress Code' policy ensures a respectful and professional environment that aligns with HISD's expectations for student attire on campus while supporting effective tennis instruction and play.

SCT Dress Code policy applies to all participants, coaches, staff, volunteers, and spectators during programs, practices, lessons, and events on HISD grounds.

Required:

  • Tops: A shirt or athletic/tennis top must be worn at all times. Preferred options include collared polos, standard tennis shirts, or athletic t-shirts. Tops must cover the midriff (no crop tops), fully cover the chest and torso, and have sleeves or secure shoulder straps.
  • Bottoms: Tennis shorts, athletic shorts, skirts, or skorts. Length should be modest and school-appropriate. Athletic pants or leggings are acceptable.
  • Footwear: Proper tennis or court shoes with non-marking soles and good traction. Enclosed toes are required.

Prohibited:

  • Jeans, cargo pants, dress pants, or non-athletic bottoms.
  • Revealing or overly tight clothing (e.g., very short skirts/shorts, low-cut or cropped tops), or any attire that fails to cover undergarments.
  • Clothing with offensive language, graphics, drug/alcohol references, or gang symbols.
  • Open-toed shoes, sandals, flip-flops, boots, Crocs, or street shoes.

General Rules for Everyone

  • All clothing must be clean and in good repair (no excessive tears or fraying).
  • Hats, visors, and sunglasses are allowed for sun protection (worn properly).
  • Minimal, secure jewelry only (to avoid injury).
  • Hair should be neat and secured if it interferes with play or vision.

Enforcement

Coaches and staff may ask any participant to change attire or sit out if they do not comply with this policy. Repeated or serious violations may result in removal from the program. This SCT policy may be updated as needed to align with HISD guidelines or facility requirements.

Written by: Karen Hackett (Coach Koko)