What if each court took just seven minutes to go from “played hard last night” to “photo-ready for open”? The trick isn’t working faster; it’s working in sequence with the right tools and just enough moisture to lift soil without leaving residue.

The Problem

Mornings often start in scramble mode: a quick broom pass here, a wet mop there, and a hope that everything dries before the first lesson. Over-wetting dulls coatings and creates slip-risk. Under-cleaning leaves grit that erodes texture and ball response.

‍The Fix

Minute 0–2: Dry Debris Lift

- Microfiber dust mop or soft-bristle push broom.

- Overlap lanes baseline-to-baseline; run an extra “edge pass” along sidelines where dust collects.

Minute 2–3: Trouble-Zone Spotting

- Scan NVZ, service boxes, baselines.

- Mark scuffs/spills mentally (or with a tiny cone) to avoid re-walking the same spots.

Minute 3–5: Low-Moisture Targeted Clean

- Neutral-pH, residue-free cleaner; apply sparingly.

- 60–90 seconds dwell on marks, then lift with a flat mop.

- Swap pads the moment they gray out; redepositing soil causes streaks.

Minute 5–6: Quick Airflow Dry

- Gentle fans or HVAC bump to clear remaining moisture.

- No standing water, no “is this still wet?” moments.

Minute 6–7: Visual QA + Reset

- Final glance for lint or streaks.

- Reset cones, towels, and signage so the court looks cared for.

Pro tip: Stage a “Reset Caddy” at each bay (neutral cleaner, scuff remover, two fresh pads, microfiber cloths). Less walking, faster rhythm.

Takeaway

The 7-minute reset is small but mighty. Standardize the sequence, stage supplies where work happens, and courts stop being the bottleneck. 

How CeCe Helps Clubs Reclaim Their Time

Program CeCe to finish a pre-open low-moisture pass and to run short micro-resets in built-in buffers. Facilities routinely reclaim 5–8 labor hours per day during peak seasons while maintaining a safer, more consistent surface.

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