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The no overhead height rule is very much situation/location based. We're playing on a compact court in a highly populated area with hopefully plenty of spectators new to the sport. Added to this are a lot of shops fronts, tables, windows etc close to the court so we're going to be trying to keep the ball on the ground as far as possible.
As with all rules, it's up to the players to take them on board and play sensibly within the restrictions those rules may impose.
If people start hammering shots in from close range that clearly cause a danger to the public and surroundings then I'll be having a word with them.
With 8 of London's best teams playing in an exhibition tourney, I'm hoping there won't be much reffing to do.