Welcome to Florence, Alabama

Tennis

Royal Ave. Tennis Courts

Cox Creek Tennis Courts

Veterans Park Tennis Courts

The expansion project features:

  • 12 hard tennis courts, known for their superior quality and durability
  • 6 clay tennis courts, offering a premium playing experience
  • 16 covered pickleball courts, ensuring playability in various weather conditions
  • 6 uncovered pickleball courts, providing additional space for outdoor recreation
  • Pro-shop & restroom facility

Tennis Court Locations:

  • 12 lighted tennis courts at Cox Creek Park
  • 6 lighted tennis courts at Royal Ave
  • 18 lighted tennis courts at Veteran’s Park

Tennis Court Lights:

  • Lights are on timers and are set to come on approximately 30 minutes before dark.
  • Lights at the courts will remain programmed to stay on until 10:00 p.m.
  • Times may be adjusted if deemed necessary by the Parks and Recreation Department.
  • No lights will be programmed to stay on past 10:00 p.m.

Tennis Court Rules:

  1. Tennis courts are first-come, first-serve with exception to school practices, school matches, USTA League play, Men’s & Women’s League play and Pickleball League play. USTA practices are first-come, first-serve.
  2. Use of a tennis court shall be limited to one (1) hour if patrons are waiting.
  3. The basic rule of tennis etiquette should be observed at all times by players and spectators. (i.e. wait to retrieve balls that roll into or behind another court until other players have completed their point; refrain from loud talking/yelling in the court area if others are playing, etc.)
  4. Children are not allowed to run around the tennis courts unattended.
  5. Use of tennis courts shall at all times be subject to control of the Parks and Recreation Department, who shall determine the suitability of the courts for play.
  6. All players are expected and required to wear proper tennis attire at all times. Players may wear tennis shoes or gym shoes. Street shoes and sandals are not allowed.
  7. Bicycles, tricycles, skateboards, roller blades, skates, Heelys, Hoverboards, scooters, baby carriages, baby strollers or pets are not allowed on the tennis courts. Courts are only to be used for the games of tennis or pickleball. No other type of game is allowed on the courts such as dodgeball, spike ball, etc. Pickleball is allowed at Veteran’s Park and Martin Park.
  8. Water bottles only inside fenced area. No canned beverages or glass containers are allowed, as spilled drinks stain the surface. No gum is allowed while on the courts.
  9. The tennis courts may be closed at any time due to safety reason, necessary repairs or maintenance.
  10. The use of alcohol and tobacco use is prohibited at the courts and in all City Parks.
  11. To assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the courts, players are expected to remove debris after completing play. Trash cans are located outside the courts for this purpose.
  12. No chairs are allowed inside the fenced court area. Wheel chairs with rubber wheels that are clean and fee of dirt & rocks are allowed.
  13. The courts are for recreational use only, and may not be used for individual profit. Lessons and/or camps may only be provided/approved through the Parks and Recreation Department.

Sportsplex Contact Details

(256) 760-6628

Address:

1 Sportsplex Drive Florence, AL 35633

Office Hours:

Monday - Friday:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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