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WELCOME!
Welcome to the 2012 USTA National Women's Grass Court Championships sponsored by the BUFFALO BILLS! We're looking forward to seeing you all "Play Forest Hills". If you have any questions please feel free to call or email. Please check this home page periodically since additional information may be posted.
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Tournament Events
Match times will be posted on the Internet or players may call (718) 268-2300 x127 Friday, July 13 between 10am and 4pm
Practice Courts: available Friday, July 13 starting at noon
Practice Courts: available Saturday, July 14 starting at noon
Practice Courts: available Sunday, July 15 starting at noon
Registration Desk opens Sunday, July 15 at 11am
Pro-Am Tournament: Sunday, July 15 at 3-5pm
Matches for 30s & 40s Begin: Wednersday, July 18
Matches for 50s – 80s Begin: Monday, July 16
Welcoming BBQ: Tuesday, July 17 at 6pm
Rain Date: Monday, July 23
Players wanting to play in the Pro-Am on Sunday, July 15 from 3-5pm (reception to follow) should email their request to westsideprotennis@yahoo.com. We may not be able to accommodate all those desiring to play. A list of those selected to play will be posted on the tournament home page at USTA.com. There will be practice courts available after the Pro-Am finishes.
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Contact Information Is Vital
Contact Information supplied during online registration (an email and 2 phone numbers) is vital. This is how the tournament director can contact you if necessary.
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IMPORTANT ENTRY INFORMATION
Players may only enter one singles and one doubles event. These must both be in the same age group. This is to help us to keep as many matches as possible on grass, including the consolations.
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30s & 40s Age Groups
Matches for 30s & 40s Begin: Wednesday, July 18 Preference will be given to players in the 30s and 40s on grass courts available for practice on Monday & Tuesday after matches finish. Clay courts will be available at other times. Please check with the Pro Shop.
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50s - 80s Age Groups
Matches for 50s – 80s Begin: Monday, July 16
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ALL Entries Must Be Made Online
We do not accept mailed in entries. Any player needing help to register online should please contact Dina Ingersole who will be able to give you any assistance needed. Dina can be reached at westsideprotennis@yahoo.com or 718-268-2300 x140. Sorry for any inconvenience.
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Pro-Am
Players wanting to play in the Pro-Am on Sunday, July 15 from 3-5pm (reception to follow) should email their request to westsideprotennis@yahoo.com. We may not be able to accommodate all those desiring to play. A list of those selected to play will be posted on this web page. There will be practice courts available after the Pro-Am finishes at 5pm.
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Tournament Travel Agent & Hotel
OFFICIAL HOTEL, AIR & CAR ARRANGEMENTS will be handled by Lisa Camerino (Campus Travel of Westchester) 500 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528-1600. Phone: (914) 761-3330
E-mail: campustrav@aol.com.
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Seeding Will Done Be By The All Factors Method
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Doubles Entries
Players will need their partner's USTA number in order to enter as a team. Please contact Dina Ingersole at 718-268-2300 x140 or westsideprotennis@yahoo.com if you need help getting the number.
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PLEASE HYDRATE BEFORE THE TOURNAMENT
It is hot & humid in New York! Please start hydrating now so you will be prepared for the weather. Hopefully it will cool down a bit for the tournament but best to be prepared. We want everyone to stay healthy and have a ton of fun!
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Please Be Aware of the following Rule Change
Out calls reversed: A player who calls a ball out shall reverse the call if the
player becomes uncertain or realizes that the ball was good. The point goes to the
opponent and is not replayed. However, when a receiver reverses a fault call on a
serve that hit the net, the server is entitled to two serves. (from 2011 Friend At Court, The Code p.47 #12)
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Doubles teams must be set by Tuesday, July 3
Any player listed in doubles without a partner must let us know who they are playing with by Tuesday, July 3 or they will not be put in the draw.
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Alternate Accommodation Options & Resources
Players traveling to tournament locations may be able to arrange housing with local families and/or bed & breakfasts. The following links may be helpful:
www.seniorshomeexchange.com, www.affordabletravelclub.net, www.evergreenclub.com, www.couchsurfing.com, www.usa.homelink.org
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Scheduling Requests
Email any scheduling requests to tennisdirector@foresthillstennis.com BEFORE THE ENTRY DEADLINE. Every effort will be made to accommodate scheduling needs as long as requests are received before the entry deadline. NO CHANGES WILL BE MADE AFTER THIS TIME UNLESS NECESSITATED BY WEATHER OR COURT CONDITIONS.
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Practice Courts
Practice courts may be booked one day in advance. All practice courts must be reserved through the Pro Shop. Friday, Saturday & Sunday, July 13-15. Players may book one hour of practice time, four players to a court. A second hour may be booked after completion of the first though players who have not yet played have priority over those who have. A limited number of courts will be available from 12pm – 8pm. If the grass courts are not available, clay courts will be available. To utilize practice court time more efficiently, it is suggested that players practice serves on clay courts #33-36 (the “clubhouse bubble” courts) on a walk-on basis. ABSOLUTELY NO GRASS COURT SHOES ARE TO BE WORN ON THE COURTS. PLEASE RESPECT THE ALL WHITE DRESS CODE FOR ALL PEOPLE ON THE COURT. THIS INCLUDES COACHES & GUESTS. THE DRESS CODE APPLIES TO HATS, VISORS & SHOES ON BOTH MATCH & PRACTICE COURTS. Please call the Pro Shop at 718-268-2300 x127 to reserve. Courts may not be booked more than 24 hours in advance. There is no charge to tournament entrants for practice courts through Friday, July 20. Players still in the tournament Saturday & Sunday are welcome to practice at no charge. Preference will be given to players in the 30s and 40s on grass courts available for practice on Monday & Tuesday after matches finish. Clay courts will be available at other times. Please check with the Pro Shop.
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LOTS of Pro Shop Stock
West Side's Pro Shop will be fully stocked this summer with a large selection of "whites" logoed with the club emblem. Be sure to check out the offerings from Fila, Bolle, Boast, Wilson, Nike and Loriet. As always, tournament players will receive the member price. Happy shopping!
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Tennis Attire
All white tennis attire is required including hats, shoes and warm-ups. Grass court shoes are NOT permitted. Thank you for your understanding.
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Directions & Public Transportation
Directions and public transportation information are available at www.foresthillstennis.com under the Contact menu.
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IMPORTANT Parking Information
Players are invited to park in the lot next to the Stadium on 69th Avenue. Please be sure NOT to park on the private streets surrounding the Club. Cars parked on the private streets will be booted. PLEASE READ THE SIGNS CAREFULLY!!
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Match Times Subject To Change
Please note all match times are subject to change due to weather or court conditions.
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In Case of Extreme Heat
Due to extreme temperatures and humidity the match scoring format may be changed to a match tie-break in lieu of a third set. An announcement will be made at the start of play on any given day if the match tie-break will be used.
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Registration & Gift Bags
Registration will take place in the ROSE GARDEN TENT PLAYER LOUNGE on Sunday from 11am-4pm and on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 10am-2pm. Gift Bags will be given out there as well. Registration will be at the Tournament Desk from Thursday 2pm on.
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Lunch & Hospitality
The club restaurant will be open for lunch daily from 12-3pm.
Complimentary coffee & bagels will be available daily. Drinks and snacks will also be available.
Please be aware the club does not permit bringing in food from outside the club. The club management and members thank you for your cooperation.
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Consolation Events
Please note that a Modified Feed-In Consolation will be used in any division with 16 or fewer entrants.
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Coman Tie-Break
The Coman Tie-Break will be used in all divisions. The Coman Tiebreak
Procedure is identical to the regular procedure except that the players
change ends after the first point, then after every four points, and at the
conclusion of the tiebreak.
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NOTE: FIC may be full or modified. Different age groups will
start & finish on different days. Please check web site for
updated information.
The West Side Tennis Club has an all white dress code. This includes hats, shoes and warm-ups.
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All match times are subject to bad weather. Please check the internet or call the Pro Shop to confirm match times. The number is 718-268-2300 x127.
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Directions and public transportation information are available at www.foresthillstennis.com.
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OFFICIAL HOTEL, AIR & CAR ARRANGEMENTS
Lisa Camerino (Campus Travel of Westchester)
500 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528-1600
(914) 761-3330 E-mail: campustrav@aol.com
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Players needing a USTA number for their doubles partner in order to register online should email their request to westsideprotennis@yahoo.com.
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Only Women's 40, 50, 60, 70 & 80 are ITF Sanctioned- Grade 2. ITF Sanction- Grade 2 Closed National Championship This tournament is sanctioned by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) as a closed national championship. Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members.
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Please be aware that GRASS COURT SHOES ARE NOT PERMITTED. This includes the Adidas Feather and any shoe with nubs or protrusions on the sole. Thank you for observing this club rule which protects the courts from excess wear and tear and thank you for your understanding.
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The West Side Tennis Club does not accept cash. Please use Visa or MasterCard for all purchases.
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IMPORTANT Parking Information:
Players are invited to park in the lot next to the Stadium on 69th Avenue. Please be sure NOT to park on the private streets surrounding the Club. Cars parked on the private streets will be booted. PLEASE READ THE SIGNS CAREFULLY!!
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Players must play singles and doubles in the same age group. This enables us to play the maximum number of consolation matches on grass.
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PLEASE NOTE: The 30s & 40s will start on Thursday.
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No Selection Process. All registered players will be selected.
Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Saturday, June 30, 2012 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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