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HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!!
Thanks Mom for all you do for us every day!
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NEW MATCH TIMES
The EXTRA DRAW in all divisions have been cancelled.
NEW starting times are now posted!!!
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ATTENTION!!! Sunday's Starting times
Starting times will be posted by 6pm for all Sunday's matches.
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BG10s Coaching
We have had some questions in regards to whether we allow coaching before the third set tiebreak for Ten and Under matches. Since the third set is a 7 point tiebreak, our (USTA SOUTHERN) policy is a two minute break with no coaching. As mentioned, we have found some inconsistencies in these procedures. Please remember, no coaching before the third set tiebreak for Ten and Under, and a two minute rest period.
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TOURNAMENT CHECK-IN
We will offer a Friday check-in at Highland Park from 4 to 7 pm (CST). If you do not check in on Friday Night you must check in at Highland Park Tennis Center on Saturday at least one hour prior to your first match. For those of you that are late entries, please bring cash or check made out to: Jack Standfier to check-in. Report directly to your site on Saturday if you checked in on Friday.
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“Parent/Player Behavior & Medical Release”
The USTA requires a medical release SIGNED BY THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN for every player. This form must be presented at the time of the tournament registration. Please download and bring this form completed with you of fax it to us @ (205) 251-1864. Players are not allowed on court without this signed release:
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STRINGING
Player's Choice Tennis
"Everything Tennis!"
2800 Cahaba Village Plaza
Suite 180
Birmingham, AL 35243
205-985-4989
Extended hours of operation for the tournament:
Friday 9 to 7, Saturday 9 to 6 & Sunday 12 to 4.
Highland Park Tennis Center
3300 Highland Ave. S.
Birmingham, AL 35205
205-251-1965
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HOTELS
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott
2024 4th Ave. S.
Birmingham, AL 35233
205-322-8600
code: 4HP
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Doubletree Hotel
808 20th St. S.
Birmingham, AL 35205
205-933-9000
Code: HIG
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NEW Southern Level 3 Format
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SELECTION PROCESS
Because this is a Level 3 STA Event the following Selection Process is being used: Top 32 players applying from the usta/southern latest standings list. 28 players from this age group will be selected and up to 4 players from the younger age group who are eligible from the younger age group, who have a standing in the top 40 of the younger age group, and are not in the selected 28, will be selected. the names of the player who have been selected will appear as competitors. alternates are listed in the report section. do not refer to the alternates on the far left side of the web page (that list is not updated).
Players are allowed to enter two divisions with these guidelines: #1. players selected to both age divisions they apply for will automatically be selected to the older age division. they would be removed from the other age division. #2. players not selected to either divisions would remain on the alternates lists for both divisions but would be obligated to play the division they first get in, from the alt. list. they would be removed from the alternate list in the other division. #3. players selected to one age division woud 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.
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FORMAT & SCORING
32 players will be selected for each event and then be split into two Draws of 16 players using the Waterfall System for selection with a Full Feed in Consolation through the Quarters and 3/4 playoff. All Singles draws (12-18) will play the best two out of three tie-break sets with a Match tie break in lieu of the third set. The Finals of the Consolation will not be scheduled and will not be played.
Boys and Girls 10's will play on the 60 foot court using Orange Low Compression Balls and 25" racquest.
The required scoring format, for 10's singles matches, shall be the best of two short sets (first to four (4) and win by two), with a set tiebreak (first to seven (7) and win by two) at 4-4 in each set, and a set tiebreak (first to seven (7) and win by two) in lieu of the third set.
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***NEW USTA RULES FOR 2012**
When using a 10 point tiebreaker in lieu of the full 3rd set, there will be a mandatory 3 minute break.
Coaching will be allowed during this break.
When using a full 3rd set, there will be a mandatory 10 minute break between the 2nd and 3rd sets for ALL age divisions.
Line calls changed from "out" to "in" no longer result in a let. The player who made the incorrect call now loses the point regardless of their subsequent shot.
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SITES
Highland Park Tennis Center (HPTC) (BG10s, BG12s)
3300 Highland Ave. S.
Birmingham, AL 35205
Site Director: Jack Standifer
Cell # 205-835-8657
George Ward Park (GW) (BG14s)
331 16th Ave. S.
Birmingham, AL 35205
Site Director: Flip Phillips
Cell #: 256-694-3547
James Lewis Tennis Center (JL) (BG18s)
2800 Ave. K
Ensley, AL 35218
205-781-4558
Site Director: Vic Bell
Cell #: 205-317-5160
Mtn. Brook Swim & Tennis (MBST) (BG12s)
5601 Old Leeds Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35210
Site Director: Duncan Miller
Cell #: 231-881-6062
Birmingham Southern College (BSC) (BG16s, BG14s)
900 Arkadelphia Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35254
Site Director: Caroline Faught
Cell #: 205-568-1165
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PRACTICE COURTS
All tournament sites will be open for practice each morning of the tournament at 7 AM, if matches are scheduled at the site that day. Courts will be available on a first come - first serve basis. Other sites listed are open throughout the tournament.
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HITTING PROS
Our staff is available for private lessons and warm-ups throughout the tournament. Private Lessons range from $60 to $75 per hour and $30 to $40 for a half-hour. Match warm-ups cost is $30 per session. Contact the desk at Highland Park via phone at 205-251-1965 or by email at: academytennis@gmail.com
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TOURNAMENT BALL
USPTA Pro Penn Regular Felt for BG10s & BG12s. Divisions will be played on clay courts.
USPTA Pro Penn Extra Duty Felt for BG14s, 16s & 18s. Divisions will be played on hard courts.
BGs10s will use Orange QuickStart balls and will play on clay courts.
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WITHDRAWALS
A player may withdraw from a match or tournament only because of injury, illness, or personal emergency. A player who cannot play a match shall notify the Referee at once so their opponent will save a trip. A player who withdraws from a tournament is not entitled to the return of the entry fee unless the player withdrew prior to the published refund deadline date, which is (7) days prior to the start of the tournament. In the event of inclement weather and you do not play any matches in this tournament you are entitled to a partial refund based on the fixed tournament expenses. Please understand that tournaments have fixed costs which include: Trophies, T-shirts, Balls, USTA Officials, and many other costs that we must cover. The tennislink portion of your entry fee is non-refundable in accordance with USTA policy. If you do complete a match there is no refund/credit. Thank you for your understanding.
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ALTERNATES
The alternate list will be updated daily. It's listed above - "Alternate by Event". If you plan to enter another tournament, you have to first e-mail me at academytennis@gmail.com to take your name off the altenate list.
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ON SITE ALTERNATES
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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LATE ENTRIES
Contact our staff at 205-251-1965 or via email: academytennis@gmail.com
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Players are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.
Entry to this tournament is restricted. Please consult your Section or District rules and regulations for entry requirements for this tournament. If you enter this tournament and are not eligible, any refund is as the discretion of the Tournament Director. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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