TOURNAMENT UPDATE (Wed. 8/12 at 11:15 am)
No Friday Play - There will be no Friday matches for this tournament. Please be prepared to play at any time (8:00am - 9:30pm start) on Saturday or Sunday. We have a lot of matches to play, so please arrive in a timely manner.
Hard Courts - Because of limited courts, the following divisions will play on the hard courts: Boys & Girls 10s, Girls 18s. Contact the Tournament Director if you require more info.
Swimming Pool & Grill - Players and families are welcome to use the club's swimming pool for a $5 per person fee. A grill/snack bar is also available to all tournament players and families.
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TOURNAMENT TIMELINE
Thu, Jan 1, 2015: Entries open Tue, Aug 11 @ 11:59pm (one minute before midnight): Entries close Wed, Aug 12 @ 9:00pm latest: Selection Lists and Alternates by Event reports posted to tournament website Thu, Aug 13 @ 8:00am latest: Draws and first match times posted to tournament website Fri, Aug 14: Play begins at 5:00pm (*only if necessary) Sat, Aug 15: Practice courts open at 7:15am. Play begins at 8:00am. Sun, Aug 16: Practice courts open at 7:15am. Play begins at 8:00am.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING NC LEVEL 4 TOURNAMENTS
Limited Draws - Each draw is limited to 16 players.
Selection Process - The top players applying from the most current USTA/NC standings list will be selected into the draw. Selections will be posted no later than the Monday after the deadline at 5:00pm. The names of players who have been selected will appear as "Competitors."
Alternates - In the event that there are alternates, the Alternates by Event report will be updated daily. Contact us immediately if you realize that you cannot participate.
It is the Alternate's responsibility to check the website to see if your alternate status has changed. The tournament will make every effort to contact you if your status does change providing the correct information is on your membership profile. One an alternate is selected for play, payment is due immediately.
Friday Start Times - Matches may start as early as 5:00pm on Friday, September 4 if necessary. If Friday is not needed, matches will begin on Saturday, September 5 no earlier than 8:00am.
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FORMAT, SCORING, BALLS
The format is Feed-In Consolation (thru Quarterfinals). All matches will play best-of-three sets playing a 10-point match tiebreaker instead of a full 3rd set unless noted otherwise.
The 12-and-under divisions will play matches using a WILSON GREEN DOT compression ball. The match format will be the same as the older divisions.
The 10-and-under divisions in this tournament will play matches using the ORANGE compression ball. These divisions will play 2-out-of-3 sets. Each set plays using AD SCORING and goes to 4 games, win by 2, with a 7-point tiebreaker played at 4-all. 10s matches will also play a 7-point tiebreaker instead of a 3rd set. Players in the 10s must use racquets that are no longer than 25 inches.
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PLAYER'S RESPONSIBILITY
It is the PLAYER'S responsibility to know their next match time and show up in a timely manner. Check the website often for updated match times. PLAYERS MUST CHECK IN FOR EACH MATCH 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO ITS SCHEDULED START TIME. ALL USTA RULES WILL BE ENFORCED FOR LATENESS. This tournament has a lot of matches to be played, at there will be no exceptions for lateness (i.e. traffic, etc.). It may be a good idea to review the Friend at Court rulebook for lateness rules.
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PARENT ALERT AND MEDICAL RELEASE
The Parent Alert and Medical Release is required by USTA/NC prior to playing matches. Parent/Guardian must sign. Bring your signed form with you to registration. This form must be filled out for each player for every tournament. A link to the form can be found by clicking "more info" below.
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"HONOR THE GAME" SPORTSMANSHIP VIDEO
USTA/NORTH CAROLINA requires a one-time viewing of this video by ALL parents. If you have not viewed this video, you must use your computer to do so. A link can be found below by clicking "more info." Instructions on turning in the form can be found at the end of the video.
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SEEDING CRITERIA
From USTA/North Carolina Seeding Criteria: "Seeding shall be done by using only the results from the most recently published USTA/North Carolina Combined Standings Lists of the division in the order in which players appear on the list." Some special criteria may apply. For more information click "more info" below.
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IMPORTANT JUNIOR SUSPENSION NOTES
Please note the rules below pertain to ALL sanctioned North Carolina and Southern tournaments: 11. "A player shall not enter two tournaments at the same time. When entries close, a player shall not be entered in two or more sanctioned tournaments, if any part of the tournament is scheduled to overlap unless each Tournament Committee involved understands the situation and concurs in writing." 12. "Player shall not enter a tournament intending to withdraw if the player's entry is accepted in another tournament."
What if placed on the Alternate List? There are two options: 1.) Stay on the Alternate Lists in hope of getting into the tournament. 2.) Withdraw from the Alternate Lists so you can legally enter another tournament.
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FREE ENTRY FEE FOR FIRST-TIME JTT OR HIGH SCHOOL TOURNAMENT PLAYERS
If you're a Junior Team Tennis or High School players and this is your first tournament, USTA/North Carolina has a program to help pay your first tournament entry fee. Click "more info" below for details.
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RAIN POLICY
Click "more info" below to view details on the USTA/North Carolina official rain policy.
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THIS TOURNAMENT IS A GREAT SPORTS EVENT
Tennis comes with a bloodline of
sportsmanship that few other sports can match. Even though there are
officials roving the courts, it is still an un-officiated sport.
* Always give the benefit of doubt to your opponent on a close line
call.
* Make calls against yourself, such as a double-bounce or touching
the net while the point is in progress.
* Call out the score every point.
* Congratulate your opponent on great shots.
* Parents – be good sports outside the court.
* And win or lose, end the match with a removal of hats and a
handshake at the net!
To reward the good sports at our
tournament the officials or directors will be handing out pins to players who
exhibit great sportsmanship and uphold the tradition of honor in our
sport. Good luck to everyone!
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Players are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.
Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Tuesday, August 11, 2015 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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