Alabama Junior State Championship Fall Hardcourt Open - STA L3

Events - Alternates by Event

AT 2:00, CHECK THE RAIN NUMBER 1-888-759-1047 OR THIS WEBSITE FOR WEATHER UPDATES.
NO MATCHES WILL BE PLAYED BEFORE 2:30.
ALL SINGLES PLAYERS WILL PLAY AT LEAST 3 SINGLES MATCHES! WIN OR LOSE, CHECK THE DESK AND/OR DRAWS TO FIND YOUR NEXT MATCH TIME.

If you have any questions, concerns, withdrawals or doubles changes, PLEASE EMAIL tennismobile@gmail.com

* ALL TIMES POSTED ARE CENTRAL TIME:
7/22 Sun - Entries Open
9/09 Sun 11:59 pm - (One minute before Midnight) Entries will Close *
9/10 Mon 8:00 pm - Selections and Alternates List Posted to website
9/11 Tue - Start calling alternates for any open spots - You have 3 hours to respond
9/11 Tue - 8:00 pm ABSOLUTE DEADLINE TO MAKE DOUBLES CHANGES!
9/12 Wed 8:00 am - The first Alternate we reach will be offered any open spot
9/13 Thu 8:00 pm - First Match Times Posted.
9/13 Thu 8:00 pm - Stop calling alternates, any open spots will be filled with on-site alternates
9/14 Fri 5:30 - Draws Posted to website
9/14 Fri 5:30-9:30 pm - Mandatory Check-In at Mobile Tennis Center - NO CHECKIN BEFORE 5:30
9/15 Sat - Practice Courts Open at 6:30 am, Play begins at 8:00 am, singles first followed by doubles
9/16 Sun - Practice Courts Open at 6:30 am, Play continues at 8:00 am

Beginning January 1, 2012, all USTA Southern Level 3 tournaments will adhere to a set and consistent format. Taking cost and school day factors into account, the Junior Competition Committee has determined that the Level 3 tournaments will be conducted as follows:
-Matches are only to be scheduled on Saturday and Sunday
-Each division will consist of two 16 feed in draws, with dependent draws
o The draws will be waterfalled to make two balanced draws
o Each draw will use the new Level 3 Point table (increased points)
o Selections will remain the same as in the past. The top 32 players will be selected using the same process for bringing in the lower age division (four from the top 40)
o Up until Wednesday prior to the tournament start date, alternates will fill in for any withdrawn player
On Wednesday, the tournament director will split the 32 players into two balanced 16 draws using a format supplied by the Southern Office
o Seeding must be done using the Southern Seeding Calculator
o After the draws are complete, the next alternate will fill a “withdrawal” spot no matter in which draw the withdrawal occurs
If a seeded player withdraws prior to 9:00 am local time the Friday before the tournament, the seeds shall be adjusted (only in that particular draw) according to FAC
If the withdrawal occurs after 9:00 am local time, the next alternate would be placed on same line as withdrawing seed
o Out of Section players would be dealt with the same as has been done, only after all of our Section players have been taken care of first
o In the 12’s division, four players from the 10’s division will be selected by the guidelines but these players will not be considered for seeding
o Players will be guaranteed three rounds most will have four
-Point Table
o The new Level 3 point table will be used starting January 1, 2012
-Draw information
o Two 16 feed in draws with dependent draws
o All single matches will be best of two with a match tiebreak to be used for the third
o If the number of entrants for a division is less than 24, one draw will be made using a modified back draw
-Doubles:
o One draw of 16
o Pro set to be used

All players must have a copy of a Birth Certificate or Green Card on file in the Southern office. Players should go to this link to see if their name is on file. If your name does not appear here please Fax your birth certificate to 770-368-9091 or e-mail to howard@sta.usta.com. more info

The Mobile Tennis Center uses conduct rules above and beyond those enforced by the USTA.
Players participating in tournaments at the facilities identified are required to abide by these facility rules of behavior on and off of the court. These rules also apply to parents, coaches, siblings, and other guests of the players. The list below indicates the Facility Behavior Rules:
* No use of the word "suck" or any form of the word spoken or spelled. * No use of expressions of frustrations with references to deities (i.e. "Oh My God", "Jesus", "Jesus Christ", "Christ", "God") either spoken or spelled
* No use of "freaking", "frigging", or "fricking" or variations of such words either spoken or spelled
* No Smoking anywhere on the premises. Premises includes parking lots, bathrooms, and anywhere within 30 feet of a tennis court.
Verbal rules apply to any language. We have officials on sight that are fluent in many languages
Anyone found in violation of these rules may be subject to a Code Violation and receive suspension points

Fort the Boys:
* Any T-shirts worn must be plain or tennis related
* No underwear should be visible above waist band or below hemline
* Shirts must be worn at all times
* Shorts must be worn appropriately above pelvic bones
* Sleeveless shirts are acceptable if made that way - no cutoffs

For the Girls:
* Any T-shirts must be plain or tennis related
* Compression shorts must be fully covered with a skirt or dress. Also known as "shorties" or "booty shorts" are not allowed to be worn without being covered
* Skirts and shorts must be worn appropriately above the pelvic bones
* The bottom of your Shirt must touch the top of your Skirt or Short while standing upright-shoulders back; this means do not roll down your skirts or shorts. Trust us when we tell you that your equipment (skirt or short) is not working properly during play when rolled

Thank you for your cooperation

Due to Alternate notification, Doubles, Time Changes, and Draw Changes, it is imperative for you to add contact information (email and phone) during the online registration process when asked. So a player does not lose out, please help us and yourselves by offering this contact information. If you did not add your contact information during registration, you can email this information to tennismobile@gmail.com at anytime.

In matches without an official on court, players are expected to follow "The Code"ve never read it, please do so.
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Mandatory means just that. We are staying until 9:00 pm for your convenience. We feel strongly that you should be able to make it by that time.
For those of you that "just cant make it by that time" need to do the following and please do not call:
1- Make sure your entry fee has been paid - check the Tournament Entry Fee Report when posted
2 - Email or Fax in your Medical Release Waiver WITH your CELL phone numbers & HOTEL info completed to 251/208-5188
3 - Show up 30 minutes before your match time. Please be patient with us when checking in, we will be focused on getting matches on and off the court. Checking in people at this time will be a detriment to the tournament
4 - Those of you playing 8:00 am matches at the Mobile Tennis Center will need to be on your assigned court at 7:45. Make sure you allow yourself plenty of time
On Saturday we will only have one person checking in players for the tournament (those that did not come the night before). Obviously this is not enough to check in everyone 30 minutes before their match times. If you are not on your court by your assigned match time, you will be penalized. Because you did not check-in the night before, is no excuse for being late for your match. We cannot predict if there will be 5 people or 50 people waiting to check in when you do. You cannot play your match until you have checked in for the tournament. If there is a line that causes you to be late for your match, unfortunately that will be your problem that could have been avoided. Therefore, we urge all of you to check-in on Friday this includes Locals, Commuters and Travelers.
Thank you for your cooperation.

USTA requires a medical release SIGNED BY THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN for every player. This form must be presented at the time of tournament registration. Please download and bring this completed with you or fax to us (251-208-5188) to speed up the registration process. Players are not allowed on court without this signed release: more info

Please Check the "Entry Fee Owed Report" when posted to make sure your fee has been paid. There will be several Credit Card Failures and Alternate Entries that will have to pay the entry fee. We do not accept checks. YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS ONLY:
1 - OVERNIGHT YOUR FEE. MONEY ORDER ONLY - Made Payable to MATA, c/o Mobile Tennis Center, 851 Gaillard Drive, Mobile, AL 36608.
2 - CALL IN YOUR CREDIT CARD NUMBER. Call the Mobile Tennis Center Pro Shop at (251) 208-5185 only, Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm. Do not call any other phone numbers or email for credit card processing.
Some of you will send in your waivers and it is listed on this report. If you have an "S" in the Waiver column, it means I have received your Signed Waiver with contact information completed.

Withdrawal Prior to Entry Deadline:
Go to the Tournament website and click "EDIT REGISTRATION" on the left side of your screen then "Withdraw". From there you can withdraw. If you do not know your Confirmation #, then click "Locate Confirmation" just below "Withdraw." We cannot withdraw you, you must do this yourself. You will lose the processing fee if you do not withdraw online before registration closes.
Withdrawal After Entry Deadline:
Immediately contact the tournament to withdraw from the tournament. You must fax or email your withdrawal. DO NOT call to withdraw. The email is tennismobile@gmail.com and the fax is (251) 208-5188. There are No refunds.
Defaulting during the tournament:
You must see the trainer and get approval from the Head Referee at the Mobile Tennis Center. Do not tell anyone at the desk and think you have properly defaulted. Unless you speak to the Head Referee in person, it will count as a "No Show." WE WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY WITHDRAWALS OVER THE PHONE!
If the player is not playing because of an injury or illness, the player shall provide written verification of the injury or illness from a medical professional no later than the last scheduled day of the tournament OR a visit with the onsite trainer will suffice.

MATCH CHECK IN RULE:
Regulation IV.A.2 states "The referee may penalize a player who is on site for lateness if a court is available and the player has failed to check in at the tournament desk by the scheduled match time".
THIS MEANS, IF THERE IS 1 OPEN COURT AT 10:00 AND THERE ARE 3 MATCHES TO PUT ON, THE REFEREE WILL START THE CLOCK FOR LATENESS FOR ANYONE WHO HAS NOT CHECKED IN FOR 10:00 - EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE NOT ENOUGH COURTS FOR ALL 3 MATCHES.
1 - The first matches of each day will report directly to the court at 7:45, and balls will be on the court. Matches should begin promptly at 8:00
2 - For all matches after 8:00 am, please get in a single-file line at the tournament desk at least 15 minutes before your scheduled match time. Do not wait until 9:59 to check in for 10:00. You must go to the bathroom, fill your water bottle, etc. and be ready to go on court before you check in
3 - Once you have checked in, please stay near the tournament desk until we tell you the court assignment. You must be where you can hear us call your name after you check in
4 - We will be watching the clock for lateness. Please do not ask if your opponent has checked in - you have other things to think about. The staff and the Referee will take care of lateness issues you need only worry about your own timeliness

We do have a Fully Stocked Pro Shop at the Mobile Tennis Center. The tournament discount is 20% off regular priced clothing, shoes, racquets, and bags and 10% off most sale merchandise.

There will be two Experienced Stringers at the Mobile Tennis Center during the tournament. Cost with your own string is $15. We also have a large string inventory if you do not have your own.

For the 5th consecutive year, HIGH-TECH TENNIS is very excited about bringing their very popular video services, including College Recruit Videos and the ever-popular Match Play Videos, to the “ALABAMA OPEN”! Don’t miss your chance to use video to your advantage! Danny and Julie provide a wonderful video service to tournament players and they always add value AND fun to the tournament experience for players and coaches alike. It’s time for you to find out what so many of the top players already know: VIDEO WORKS! Please visit www.high-techtennis.com for more info, including samples, and contact Danny or Julie Thiets directly (video@high-techtennis.com or 678.640.2723) to reserve your match time. They have TEN digital camcorders and their services are very popular…FIRST COME/FIRST SERVED… more info

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One trainer will be on site at the Mobile Tennis Center during matches. By law, trainers are not allowed to distribute any medicine. Please bring your own Tylenol, Advil, Sinus Medicine, Epi Pens, etc. If you have an injury or illness, we strongly suggest you see the trainer. If you need to withdraw due to injury or illness, the process will be much smoother if we have confirmation from the trainer. Without confirmation, or a written doctors excuse by the end of the tournament, you may incur suspension points for leaving. Remember if you withdraw during the tournament, you must see the Head Referee in person or it will count as a "No Show"

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Click below for the Mobile Regional Airport Website. Gulfport, MS and Pensacola, FL have airports within an hour from Mobile. New Orleans is about 3 hours from Mobile. more info

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Ask for Special Tennis Rate for the Alabama Open Tennis Tournament. Please try to stay at a Tournament Hotel. The following hotels support the tournaments which enable us to provide more for the participants. and If you have to cancel, do so within 72 hours of arrival date so you will not be charged.

150 West I-65 Service Road
Mobile, AL 36608
(251)343-4949 Phone
(251)342-4752 Fax
Rate: King Suite or Double Suite $69 Plus Tax
The Quality Inn & Suites offers a great location, 3 mi from Mobile Tennis Center, with close access to Walmart & restaurants. All-Suite hotel offering free full, hot breakfast buffet with indoor pool/hot tub/fitness center & microwave/refrigerator in each room. For Online Reservations at the Mobile Tennis Center’s Special please click on the following link OR Call hotel @ 251-343-4949 & ask for the Mobile Tennis Center’s special rate. more info

3101 AIRPORT BOULEVARD
MOBILE, AL 36606
Phone: (251) 476-6400
Reservations: 1-800-380-7971
Ask for the tennis tournament group rate $95
Room Block and Discounted Rate are Released 2 Weeks prior to tournament
In 2012, experience the $5M renovated Mobile Marriott. Located 3 miles from the Mobile Tennis Center. Your rate includes complimentary full breakfast buffet for two each morning. Complimentary WiFi and Ethernet access in each room. Complimentary on site parking. Complimentary use of our 2,300 square foot health club open 24 hours per day. Full service restaurant. Room Service. Outdoor swimming pool with sundeck. Business Center. Gift Shop. Located across from the Colonial Bel Air Mall, with over 45 restaurants within our vicinity. Ranked in the top 10% for Marriott Customer Service. Rate is eligible for Marriott Rewards Points! Relax. Refresh. Revive. Rejuvenate. At the newly Reinvented Mobile Marriott. For Driving Directions click here: more info

525 Providence Park Drive East
Mobile, Alabama 36695
251/776-5866 Phone
251/776-5887 Fax
Rate $99 per night/All Room Types (no cut-off date)
Shuttle to Mobile Tennis Center, Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar, WiFi, On-site and Off-site Fitness Center
For Driving Directions click here: more info

530 Providence Park Drive East
Mobile, AL 36695
Phoned: (251) 634-8664
Fax: (251) 634-8695
$99.00 One Bedroom Suite with 1 King Bed and Full-Size Sleeper Sofa
$119.00 One Bedroom Suite with 2 Double Beds and Full-Size Sleeper Sofa
$189.00 Two Bedroom Suite with 1 King, 2 Doubles and Full-Size Sleeper Sofa
Each suite has a full kitchen complete with a full size refrigerator/freezer with icemaker, microwave, stove, 5 minutes to Mobile Tennis Center, Complimentary Shuttle Service to and from Tennis Center and Mobile Regional Airport, Complimentary Full Hot Breakfast each morning, Complimentary Welcome Home Reception with dinner and beverages Monday – Thursday evenings. Restaurants within walking distance.
Room Block Released 2 weeks prior to tournament. For driving directions click here: more info

3630 Springhill Memorial Dr South
Mobile, Alabama 36608
Hotel Front Desk: 251-344-7446
Hotel Fax: 251-344-7448
Rate: $89 Breakfast included
Brand New Hotel. Full service restaurant/bar and room service. Microwaves, refrigerators, complimentary WIFI, fitness center and indoor pool. Located 3 miles from Mobile Tennis Center. Complimentary shuttle to the Mobile Tennis Center and Mobile Airport. Click here for Mobile Tennis Center rate: more info

Springhill Avenue & I-65
516 Springhill Plaza Court
Mobile, AL 36608 US
Rate: $85
Phone: 251-441-1979
Fax: 251-441-1978
Closest to Mobile Tennis Cente

828 West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
Reservations: (877) 573-7206
Sales Office: (251) 544-6009
Rate: $109 including Full Cook to Order Breakfast for two guests ($5 each additional guest). Ask for the “Mobile Tennis Center Rate”/No cut-off date/Last room availability.
Only 3.0 miles from Mobile Tennis Center. Rate includes Full Cook to Order Breakfast. Full Service Restaurant, Lounge and Room Service, 24 hour Pantry, Microwave and Refrigerator in every room, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Precor Certified Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool and Spa.
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600 West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36608
Phone: (251) 344-8030
Fax: (251) 344-8055
Standard Room with 2 double beds $59.00
Deluxe Room with 2 double beds $65.00
One Bedroom Suite with 2 double beds and sleeper sofa $80.00
Hotel has a tennis court on property.
Rate quoted is for 1 - 2 people, $5 charge for each additional person
Room Block Released 3 weeks prior to tournament
For Hotel click here: more info

1028 West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 343-4007
Rate: Double and King $99.00
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1000 South Beltline Highway
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 344-5200
Rate: Double and King $99.00
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950-A West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 316-0029
Rate: Double and King $ 89.00
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