***WEATHER INFORMATION***
Monday 4/2/16: ALL MATCHES WILL BE PUSHED BACK. PLEASE SHOW UP AHEAD OF TIME SO WE CAN PUT YOU ON THE COURT EARLIER IF WE GET DRY FASTER!!!
INDEPENDENCE PARK: MATCHES WILL BEGIN AT 9:00 - PLAY IS UNDERWAY - ALL PLAYERS NEED TO SHOW UP NOW HIGHLAND ROAD PARK: MATCHES WILL BEGIN AT 10:30 - PLAY IS UNDERWAY - ALL PLAYERS NEED TO SHOW UP NOW
All rain questions must be handled with the site director at your tournament site.
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***FRIDAY AFTERNOON UPDATE***
3/31/16: Boy's 18 Singles - Please check your match times. Use the Draw on this site for all official times. TENNISLINK is the best way to find out any changes to the draw.
3/30/16: Singles and Doubles First Match Times have been posted. Please use Email as the best form of communication during the tournament. We will be posting Singles Draws tomorrow before Doubles play begins.
WE WILL BE PLAYING THREE ROUNDS OF DOUBLES ON FRIDAY. FOOD WILL BE AVAILABLE TO ALL PLAYERS AT CHECK-IN SITE.
If you are a LATE Entry, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE Double check the competitors tab and make sure you are showing up in the tournament. If there is any problems. PLEASE EMAIL US ASAP!
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LATE ENTRY & CREDIT CARD PAYMENT
Go here to register for the Icy Hot Tournament in Baton Rouge, LA on
March 31 – 3, 2017. YOU WILL NOT BE ENTERED INTO TOURNAMENT UNTIL WE VERIFY YOUR STA STANDING. WE CANNOT LET YOU IN THE TOURNAMENT IF YOU INVALIDATE THE SEEDING PER SOUTHERN TENNIS ASSOCIATION. MAKE SURE YOU GET VERIFICATION OF ENTRY BEFORE PAYING.
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TIMELINE:
ALL TIMES POSTED ARE CENTRAL TIME: 3/19 Sun 11:59 pm - (One minute before Midnight) Entries will Close 3/20 Mon 5:00 PM - Selections, Seeds, and Alternates List Posted to website 3/24 Fri 11:59 PM - Last chance to withdraw for a $ Refund 3/28 Tue 11:59 pm - Last Chance to contact Tournament staff with late entry into the tournament 3/30 Thu 10:00 pm - First Singles Match Times Posted - Doubles Seeds Draws posted to website. 3/31 Fri 4:00 -7:00 pm - Mandatory Check-In at Doubles Site for players. 3/31 Fri 4:30 pm - Singles Draws posted to website 3/31 Fri 5:00 pm - Doubles, two/three rounds will be played 4/1 Sat - 4/3 Mon - Practice Courts Open at 7:00 am, Play begins at 8:00 am
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BIRTH CERTIFICATE
All players must have a copy of a Birth Certificate or Green Card on
file with the Southern office. Players should go to the link below 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. Click here for
more info
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ELIGIBILITY
This
event is restricted to the following Jr. players: U.S. Citizens; Permanent
Resident Aliens; Diplomats, Refugees/Asylees; CTA. Refer to USTA Regulation
III.A.2a. Click here for
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ENTERING TWO (2) DIVISIONS:
Players are allowed to enter two divisions in Southern
Levels 1A, 2, and 3 tournaments. #1. Players selected to both age divisions they apply for
will automatically be selected in the older age division. They would be removed
from the other age division.
#2. Players not selected to either division would remain
on the alternates lists for both division but would be obligated to play the
division they first get in from the alternates list. They would be removed from
the Alternates list in the other division.
#3. Players selected to one age division would be removed
from the alternates list of the division they were not selected.
#4. Once a player is selected for any one division NO changes can be made.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS FOR SOUTHERN LEVEL 1A, 2 and 3 TOURNAMENTS ONLY AND DOES NOT MEAN YOU CAN ENTER MORE THAN ONE TOURNAMENT ON THE SAME DATES. This is not offered in Southern Level 1 Championships.
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SITES:
Main Site: Highland Road Park (HARD) GPS address: 13700 North Amiss Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70810 Site Phone: (337)254-0497 Abbreviation on Draw: HP Saturday 16 & Under
Secondary Site: Independence Park (HARD) GPS address: 7505 Independence Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Site Phone: (225) 939-9088 Abbreviation on Draw: IP Friday Saturday 18 & Under
Secondary Site: Forest Park Tennis Center (HARD) GPS address: 13900 S Harrells Ferry Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Site Phone: (225)803-3361 Abbreviation on Draw: FP Friday 16 & Under
If you contact a tournament site and are unable to get through, it is because other players are attempting to communicate. IMPORTANT - Please do not leave a message. Wait a few minutes and call back.
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PRACTICE COURTS:
We will be using Highland Road Park for majority of the Matches - 14024 Highland Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808. Saturday and Sunday, courts will open at 7:00 AM. From 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM, you may practice on any open court, first come first serve. However, please be courteous and share a court before play starts at 8:00 AM. Baton Rouge has many public facilities that can be used for practice courts.
Here are two good options: Capital One Tennis Center at City Park 1515 Dalrymple Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
Jefferson Highway Park - Newly Resurfaced - No fees 8133 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge
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FAQ
- This is a Southern Level 2 Tournament - You may enter Two (2) Divisions in this
tournament in hopes of getting into the older division. You will only be
selected for one singles event. You should only register for two singles divisions if you are willing to
play either division
- You may not enter a different age division in doubles than your singles. - CHECK THE INTERNET/TENNISLINK AND/OR DRAWS TO FIND YOUR NEXT MATCH TIME. - Baton Rouge, LA is in the Central Time Zone - Please read all of the information provided on the website. It is a lot to scroll through but will probably answer any questions you might have. - Both Singles and Doubles times will be posted in the Future Match Info Report on 3/30 in the evening. - On Wednesday, 3/29, PLEASE CHECK THE DOUBLES COMPETITORS LIST TO MAKE SURE YOUR PAIRING IS CORRECT - Email any other questions to jwahlborg1@gmail.com - this is the best form of communication. With such a short amount of time between registration closing and the start of the tournament, answering and returning phone calls is nearly impossible. Emails can be answered much quicker and at any time during the day or night.
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FORMAT OF PLAY:
Singles is a 64 Draw, Full Feed-In Thru the Round of 16. Consolation will go through Monday, but will NOT FINISH! The Quarter Final Losers play their own draw and finish 5 and 6 (7 & 8 will not play out) *The Scoring for Main Draw Singles is Best 2 of 3 Sets and the Scoring for Singles Consolation is a Tiebreak in lieu of a third set (3rd-4th, 5th-6th). The Format of Play for Doubles is a 32 Draw, Single Elimination with a 3rd/4th Playoff The Scoring for Doubles is an 8-game Pro Set with a tie break at 8 all. *Short scoring may be used in the Main Draw to catch up after weather delays, but must get final approval from Southern office.
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YOU MUST PLAY THE SAME DIVISION IN SINGLES AND DOUBLES
Per Southern Tennis Assoication Rules: You MUST play the same division in DOUBLES that you designated to play in SINGLES. PLEASE sign-up accordingly. Players signing up for TWO (2) singles divisions, PLEASE keep a close eye on your doubles status after the competitor list comes out. Thank you for your cooperation!
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DOUBLES
Doubles and Singles must be same Age Group. . Doubles play will begin on Friday evening with two or three rounds. (It is an 8-game pro set.). We do NOT partner players. It is your job to find a partner, confirm the partnership, and then register by the doubles deadline.. AND, BOTH PLAYERS MUST REGISTER!!!! AGAIN, both players must register...
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Order for Doubles Selection
Players registered or
not registered for the singles tournament can register for doubles. But please
note that the selection for doubles is in the following order:
1. Teams with both players entered in the singles.
2. Teams with one player entered in singles and one alternate.
3. Teams with one player entered in singles and one player not registered for
singles.
4. Teams with both players not registered for singles.
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USTA SOUTHERN SEEDING CRITERIA
USTA Southern will provide selection list. Players will be selected directly from the USTA Southern Standing list in the age division in which they apply. Players will no longer be considered for selection based on their lower age division standings. On a Draw, players will be seeded numerically 1-4, and in groupings of 5's, 9's and 17's.
Seeding will be prepared by the Southern Office at the time they prepare the selection list.
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CURRENT STANDINGS 2017
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2017 POINTS PER ROUND
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Due to Alternate notifciation and Draw Changes, it is imperative for you to add contact information during the online registration process when asked. So a player does not lose out, please help us and yourselves by offering this contact information.
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LATE ENTRIES:
For the late entries we will receive, they
will be placed at the bottom of the alternates list. If the seeding has been completed
and a late entry is the next to get in, we will determine if they will affect
the seeding before we can accept you into the tournament.
Once Accepted: Late entries shall be accepted and go to the bottom of the alternates list ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS in the order received via email. EMAIL IS THE ONLY WAY TO COMMUNICATE FOR LATE ENTRIES. Last day of LATE ENTRIES IS TUESDAY, MARCH 28, 2017 at NOON.
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ON-SITE ALTERNATES
"On Site" Alternates must register at their age group's tournament site. You can inform the Tournament Referee on Friday night or before that you plan to be an On-Site Alternate. Please make sure we have accurate contact information for you to be reached during the weekend. On-Site Alternates will be selected in the order of the Alternates List. On Site Alternates should be on-site when their age and gender check in for play 30 minutes prior to the first match in the first round.
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WITHDRAWLS:
Withdrawl Prior to Entry Deadline: Go to the Tournament website and click "Withdraw" in the "EDIT REGISTRATION" box on the right side of your screen. 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. Withdraw After Entry Deadline: Email the tournament director immediately to withdraw from the tournament. You must EMAIL your withdrawl to jwahlborg1@gmail.com. DO NOT CALL TO WITHDRAW. There are NO refunds if withdrawing after March 24, 2017. NO Exceptions. Defaulting during the tournament: You must see the Head Referee . The desk cannot officially default you. Unless you speak with the Head Referee, it will count as a "NO SHOW".
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NO REFUNDS AFTER FRIDAY, MARCH 25:
If you withdraw before March 24, 2017 your credit card will not be charged. If you withdraw after March 24, 2017 there is NO REFUNDS.
Per STA Requirements "An entry fee refund is not required for anyone withdrawing within seven days of the start date."
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MANDATORY TOURNAMENT CHECK-IN:
Check-in will start at 4:00 PM and end at 7:00 PM on Friday evening at your Doubles Site. Saturday morning check-in will be available for those who cannot make it on Friday. If you miss Friday Check-in: 1. Make sure your entry fee has been paid - Check the tournament Entry Fee Report when posted. 2. Arrive at your site 1 hour before your match time to check-in. 3. For those playing 8:00 AM Check-in at the desk no later than 7:30.
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TENNIS PARENT AND JUNIOR MEDICAL RELEASE FORM
USTA requires a medical release SIGNED BY THEIR PARENT OR GUARDIAN for every player. This form must be presented at the time of the tournament registration. Please download and bring this completed form with you, to speed up the registration process. Players are not allowed on court without this signed release. Click here for
more info
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THE CODE:
In matches without an official on court, player are expected to follow "THE CODE" if you have never read it, please do so. Click here for
more info
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SPORTSMANSHIP VIDEO:
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TRAINER INFORMATION:
Gary (225) 335 - 2366
Independence – Friday Highland Road– Saturday Highland Road – Sunday Highland Road – Monday
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STRINGER:
There will be one experienced stringer at the Highland Road Park during the tournament. Highland Road Schedule (225) 766-0247: Friday: Stringer will be available during the Evening Saturday: 9 AM - 6 PM Sunday: 9 AM - 6 PM
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HOTEL INFORMATION (GROUP CODE: ICE)
Holiday Inn Baton Rouge South - $99 Rate 9940 Airline Highway Baton Rouge LA 70816 To reserve, please click below and enter Group Code "ICE" or call (225) 924-7021 and ask for in-house reservations.Click here for
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AWARDS:
Full Feed In Thru Round of 16 (Level 1A and
2’s):
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Singles:
Places #1 – #6 - #5 & #6 Quarterfinal Playoff Winner and Finalist
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Doubles:
Places #1 – #4
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TOURNAMENT BALLS:
We will be using Dunlap Grand Prix Tennis Balls
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LOCAL RESTAURANT:
Louisiana Lagniappe For a great seafood meal, visit Louisiana Lagniappe at 9990 Perkins Road in Baton Rouge. Click here for
more info
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Louisiana Sanctioned Tournament Evaluation:
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Players are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.
Entry to this tournament is open to specified residents only. Entries must be submitted by Sunday, March 19, 2017 11:59:00 PM Central Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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