Tournament Reports
Match Schedule Info - Future Match Info
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WEATHER INFORMATION
INFORMATION REGARDING WEATHER ISSUES AND ANY MATCH TIME CHANGES WILL BE POSTED HERE IN THIS SPOT.
4:50 pm Sunday - Still raining, will resume play at 8:00 am Monday with the on court singles and doubles. We are in the process of updating times on the draw. When complete, we will post the "Future Match Info" Report so you can see your exact time. Report should be completed by 6:00.
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GREAT SPORTS MAKE A SPORT GREAT!
During this tournament, the Officials are charged with
the duty of recognizing good sportsmanship.
If they see a player perform a significant act of good sportsmanship,
they will present the player with a memento of a chip stating “Great Sports Make a
Sport Great.” The recipients for Friday, April 28th are as follows: Tianna Dixon Nicole Nowak Huntley Allen Justin Waldman Tessa Trate Emily Brandow Angel Carney Emily Truluck
The recipients for Saturday, April 29, 2017 are as follows: Raquel Bolin Samantha Buyckx Kennedi Carter Peyton Gatti Justin Waldman (also received one on Friday!) Anil Chakka Suhas Krishnan Daniel Li Jefferson Hobbs Callen Hein John Dansfeld Oliva Kapp Morgan Downing Paul Hendrix
The recipients for Sunday, April 30, 2017: Joseph Tanjuatco Masaki Posey Matthew Rowe Czarina Aquirre Samantha Buyckx (Saturday & Sunday) Peyton Lee Abigail Waldman Andrew Broadstreet Elizabeth Truluck Olivia Kapp (Saturday & Sunday)
The recipients for Monday, May 1, 2017: Griffin Babineaux Coy Simon (x 2 Today) Colton Gromly Thomas Montroy (x 2 Today) Paul Hendrix (Saturday & Monday) Christopher Rios Andrew Broadstreet Scott Sculley Justin Waldman (Friday, Saturday and Monday)
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TIMELINE:
ALL TIMES POSTED ARE CENTRAL TIME: 04/16/17 Sun - 11:59 pm (One minute before Midnight) Entries will Close 04/18/17 Tue - Selection and Seeding List sent to Tournament Director from USTA Southern by noon 04/18/17 Tue - Selectons made by 5:00 ( If your credit card had issues, you can call 251-510-0113 starting Wednesday to give payment 04/18/17 Tue - Alternates list posted by 6:00 04/19/17 Wed - Late Entries added if there are open spots 04/19/17 Wed - Start calling alternates for any open spots - You have 8 hours to respond 04/20/17 Thu - Last day to withdraw and receive a refund with proper documentation, see policy and procedure below 04/25/17 Tue - Last Day to make doubles changes: add or change partner, enter or withdraw via Email - tennismobile@gmail.com 04/27/17 Thu - 5:00 pm First Match Times posted 04/28/17 Fri - 3:00-8:30 pm Mandatory Check In 04/28/17 Fri - 3:00 pm Draws Posted 04/28/17 Fri - 5:00 pm Start Doubles, Rd of 32 and 16; so everyone in doubles will play Friday night. Boys and Girls 18s will play a third round Friday night. 04/29/17 Sat - Practice Courts Open at 6:30 am, Play begins at 8:00 am with 1st Rd of Singles, 2nd Rd of Singles, 1st Rd of Consolations, Doubles will be played after singles 04/29/17 Sat - 11:00 am-2:00 pm Lunch served for participants. 04/30/17 Sun - Practice Courts Open at 6:30 am, Play continues at 8:00 am 05/01/17 Mon - Practice Courts Open at 6:30 am, Play continues at 8:00 am
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SURVEY LINK
If you have more than one player in the tournament or did not receive a survey via email, please click on "more information" to go to the survey. Thank you!
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New Rule Junior Change for 2017 effective March 14th
A Direct
Acceptance list into the Southern Closed Championship will be created that
includes the top 16 age-eligible players for each of the BG 12-18’s
Divisions. This EXEMPTS players from
playing in their State Qualifier.
The Direct
Acceptance List for each age division (BG 12-18s) will be published on May 15th. This list will be compromised of the Top 16
Age-Eligible players for the month of June in their respective age
divisions. Players not listed on this Direct
Acceptance list are not eligible for this exemption. Players must REGISTER for their respective
Southern Closed Championship in order to take advantage of this exemption.
Bill Ozaki
will be on site and will be able to answer any questions you may have.
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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. Link:
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BIRTH CERTIFICATES:
All players must have a copy of a Birth Certificate or Green Card on file with 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.
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TENNIS PARENT ALERT AND JUNIOR MEDICAL RELEASE FORM
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 form with you, email to tennismobile@gmail.com, or fax
to us (251-208-5195) to speed up the registration process. Players are
not allowed on court without this signed release:
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
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 miss something, 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.
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FACILITY RULES:
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 include parking lots, bathrooms, and anywhere within 30 feet of a tennis court.
Verbal rules apply to any language. We have officials on sight who are fluent in many languages. Anyone found in violation of these rules may be subject to a Code Violation and receive suspension points
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DRESS CODE:
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, shorts, 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
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THE CODE
In matches without an official on court, players are expected to follow "The Code" If you have never read it, please do so.
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SITE
We will use one site for matches and will have at least 8 courts available all day for warmup at this site: MTC - Mobile Tennis Center 851 Gaillard Drive, Mobile, AL 36608
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WITHDRAWALS:
Withdrawal Prior to Entry Deadline:
Go to the Tournament website and click "EDIT REGISTRATION" on the right
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) 208-5195. 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. There are No
refunds after 4/20/17. Refunds will only be given with proper documentation and valid excuse and may take 4 weeks to process. See procedures below for receiving a refund. Defaulting during the tournament:
You must see the trainer and get approval from the Head Referee at the
Mobile Tennis Center. Do not tell just 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.
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REFUNDS AFTER REGISTRATION CLOSES:
If you withdraw before registration closes, your credit card will not be charged. If you withdraw after registration closes, you may be eligible for refund. A player shall not withdraw from a tournament after entries close except for illness, injury, or personal emergency. A withdrawing player shall immediately notify the Tournament by fax or email that the player will not be playing. 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. If the player is not playing because of a personal emergency, the player shall provide a written explanation of the situation to the Referee no later than the last scheduled day of the tournament. The Referee shall determine whether the situation is a personal emergency. FYI - a personal emergency does not include "my parents can't get off work" or "I have too much homework" or "I can't miss school". In order to receive a refund, you must notify the tournament immediately of your withdrawal, no later than Thursday 4/20/17. Then, YOU MUST MAIL IN A SELF-ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE with your written medical excuse or emergency explanation. You must also include the exact "Payee" name the check is payable to. This must be received by the last day of the tournament which is 5/01/17. You will receive suspension points if you do not have a documented medical excuse or a written explanation of a personal emergency. Our best advice to you, is make sure you assess your means of travel and schedules before registration closes. Thank you for your cooperation.
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DOUBLES
Once Online Registration has closed, you can still email to register, withdraw or make changes to doubles. The players listed without a partner name, have not indicated one to me. If you see someone for whom you would like contact info, you can request that info via email from me. The sooner you provide us with accurate doubles information, the sooner we can prepare and post the Doubles Times. Thank you for your cooperation. DOUBLES PLAY WILL BEGIN FRIDAY 4/28/17 AT 5:00 PM. TWO ROUNDS WILL BE PLAYED ON FRIDAY EVENING
If you do not have a partner and want to be randomly paired, you must email tennismobile@gmail.com to notify us that is your intention. If you have not emailed by Tuesday 04/25/17, you will be removed from the doubles competitors list. For clarification, randomly paired means the tournament director has the discretion to pair you with whomever needs a partner.
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ENTRY FEE
Please make sure your
fee has been paid before check-in. There will be several Credit Card Failures and Alternates who will have to pay the entry fee and we do not accept
checks.
PLEASE CALL 251-510-0113 TO PAY THE ENTRY FEE. This is the Tournament Director's private office mobile phone. Only she has access to the voicemail. If you get voicemail, you can leave your credit card information, she will process your card and then send you a text confirmation. On your message, please include the card number, expiration date, zip code of the billing address and the cvv code (3 or 4 digits ususally on the back of card). We do not keep your credit card information.
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LATE ENTRIES
WE WILL ACCEPT LATE ENTRIES ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS, VIA EMAIL - tennismobile@gmail.com. We can only accept late entries if they have no affect on the seeds. The seeds are prepared at the time of selections now. EMAIL IS THE ONLY WAY TO COMMUNICATE FOR LATE ENTRIES.
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FORMAT OF PLAY
Singles 64 Draw: Full Feed-In Thru
the Round of 16. Consolation will go through Monday. Scoring for Main Draw
Singles (14-18’s) is Best 2 of 3 Sets Scoring for Singles Consolation
is a Tiebreak in lieu of a third set. Doubles 32 Draw: Single Elimination with a
3rd/4th Playoff Scoring for Doubles is an 8-game Pro Set IT BEARS REPEATING - ALL PLAYERS IN THE SEMIFINALS OF DOUBLES WILL PLAY AGAIN, EITHER FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP OR THE 3rd/4th POSITION!
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USTA SOUTHERN SEEDING CRITERIA
Seeding shall be done using only the results from most recently published USTA Southern Combined Standings Lists of the division in the order in which players appear on the list. For other 2017 updates, please select
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MATCH CHECK IN PROCEDURES
1 - The first matches of each day will report directly to the court at 7:45 am, and balls will be on the court. The court assignments will be posted on the big Court Assignment board. Matches should begin promptly at 8:00. We call this a "Shotgun Start" 2 - In most cases 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. When using block scheduling, we may use the shotgun start for matches after 8:00 am. Listen for announcements throughout the day regarding match check in. 3 - Once you have checked in, you must stay where instructed until we tell you the court assignment. 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.
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PHOTOGRAPHER - YOURGAMEFACE.COM
We have invited professional tennis photographers Lloyd and Melissa Claytonof YourGameFace.com to provide Action Posters and digital photos of players.
TOURNAMENT
PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES:
YOUR GAME FACE
WILL BE SHOOTING BY APPOINTMENT.
SIGN UP EARLY TO SCHEDULE
YOUR MATCH PHOTOGRAPHY.
COMMEMORATE THIS SEASON
OF YOUR PLAYER’S HARD WORK.
CALL TO SCHEDULE - POSTERS, PRINTS,
OR DIGITAL IMAGES.
CONTACT:
cell - 214-543-5437
email - yourgameface@me.com
website - www.YourGameFace.com
Instagram -
@yourgameface
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HIGH-TECH TENNIS VIDEO SERVICES:
HIGH-TECH
TENNIS VIDEO SERVICES
Make 2017 the year that YOU use technology
to your advantage!! We’ve helped over 500 junior tennis players become college
tennis players because we’ve been in the trenches with competitive junior
tennis players for the past 11 years… If you want to play college tennis, we
can help you GET NOTICED! If you’re a rising junior or certainly if
you’re a rising senior, DON’T DELAY: Reach out & impress the coaches @ the
colleges of your dreams today! Of course you don’t HAVE to send a college
recruit video from HIGH-TECH TENNIS but you should know that YOUR PEERS
ARE!! Also---If you’re not quite ready for college but you are ready to
compete with AND WIN against the top players, we can help you achieve your
training goals with a Match Play Video so please don’t forget the incredible
value of video!!
We’re proud to be the official
videographers of the Mobile Tennis Center & we’re the EXPERTS when
it comes to tennis videos so please visit www.high-techtennis.com for more info, including samples. Text us ASAP @ 678.640.2723 to reserve your match time.
We have MANY digital camcorders & our services are very popular… FIRST
COME/FIRST SERVED!!
Finally, please be aware that
our goal is to help junior tennis players achieve their recruiting &
training goals. Accordingly, any/all matches may be recorded for recruiting or
training purposes ONLY. Thank you for helping us as we work to help junior
tennis players!
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PRO SHOP:
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.
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STRINGER:
There will be two Experienced Stringers at the Mobile Tennis Center
during the tournament. Cost with your own string is $18. We also have a
large string inventory if you do not have your own.
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TRAINER:
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." Please note: The trainer has a lot of ground to cover with on-court issues and many people to see off the court. They are not there to give massages due to limited time and lack of privacy; but, they will advise you on various techniques you or your parents can do. Also, there is a science to applying Kinesiology Tape due to a specific diagnosis. Without the diagnosis from a doctor, the trainers will not apply this type tape. If you require this type tape due to a pre-existing injury, please learn how to tape before the tournament.
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VISIT MOBILE:
For Area Maps and Attractions, Click Here:
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MOBILE REGIONAL AIRPORT:
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.
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HOTELS:
Ask for Special Tennis Tournament Rate at the following Tournament
Hotels. Please try to stay at a Tournament Hotel. These hotels support
the tournaments which enable us to provide more for the participants.
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SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT MOBILE
New Property in Mobile, Alabama 3655 Springhill Memorial Drive
Mobile, Alabama 36608
251-378-3800
Rate: $99 Hotel Rate "Cut off Date" is two weeks prior to tournament start date.
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MOBILE MARRIOTT
THE NEWLY REIMAGINED MOBILE MARRIOTT 3101 AIRPORT BOULEVARD MOBILE, AL 36606 Phone: (251) 476-6400 Reservations: 1-800-380-7971 Ask for the tennis tournament group rate starting at $99 This rate is eligible for Marriott Rewards Points!Room Block and Discounted Rate are Released 1 Week prior to tournament Experience the renovated Mobile Marriott! Located 3 miles from the Mobile Tennis Center and offering unobstructed views of either downtown Mobile or the sun setting over Spring Hill, we hope you will enjoy our many features and amenities. Complimentary WiFi and Ethernet access in each room. Complimentary on-site parking. Full access to our 2,400 square foot health club open 24 hours per day, featuring all new Life Fitness equipment. While on property, enjoy award winning Sage Restaurant, mix and mingle in the Marriott Great Room and lounge, all day Room Service, our outdoor swimming pool with sundeck, Business Center, and Gift Shop. Ideally situated in the retail and dining epicenter of Mobile. Ranked in the top 10% nationwide for Marriott Customer Service. Relax. Refresh. Revive. Rejuvenate. At the newly Reinvented Mobile Marriott
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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES MOBILE I-65
Dauphin Street at I-65 Exit 480 Springdale Blvd Mobile, AL 36606 Phone 251-473-2380 Fax 251-473-2385 Rate is $89 with free breakfast Mobile’s newest hotel the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mobile I-65 is a comfortable, convenient and quiet place to stay for your visit to the Mobile Tennis Center. This hotel offers our guests free breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, indoor pool, fitness center, business center and is 100% smoke free. Enjoy a great night’s sleep in our spacious guestrooms. We offer each guest a microwave, a refrigerator and a 42” TV.
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HAMPTON INN & SUITES - PROVIDENCE
525 Providence Park Drive East Mobile, Alabama 36695 251/776-5866 Phone 251/776-5887 FaxRate $99 per night/All Room Types Free Hot Breakfast offered daily, allowing guests to start their day of right without any additional charge. Free High-Speed and Wireless Internet access in all guestrooms and lobby.HHonors guests will have the option to earn both HHonors points and airline miles.The Perfect Mix Lobby provides a warm and inviting place to meet.Complimentary Shuttle Service to and from the airport and to the Mobile Tennis Center.Hotel Rate “Cut off Date” is 7 days prior to tournament start date.
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WINGATE BY WYNDHAM MOBILE I-65
Springhill Ave at I-65
Exit 5, behind Zaxby’s
516 Springhill Plaza Court
Mobile, AL 36608
Phone: 251-441-1979
Fax: 251-441-1978
Rate is $89 with free
breakfast
The Wingate by Wyndham
hotel is the closest hotel to the Mobile Tennis Center. Wake up in the morning to a free continental
breakfast, stay connected with free Wi-Fi internet access, get your work out in
the hotels fitness center or unwind at the outdoor pool. The Wingate Mobile also boasts oversized
guest rooms that include microwaves and refrigerators.
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COURTYARD MARRIOTT
1000 South Beltline Highway Mobile, AL 36609 Phone: 251-344-5200 Rate: Double and King $99.00 Breakfast is included. Conveniently located right off I-65 and just minutes away from the Copeland-Cox Tennis Center, this Marriott property is the perfect spot to be your tournament headquarters. Our Bistro offer breakfast and dinner to order as well as Starbucks coffee and drinks. Rate includes full hot breakfast for two. Enjoy a relaxing dip in our indoor pool or connect on our complimentary Wi-Fi. We are also located to many great local restaurants and shopping. 100% smoke free. Rates and stays are eligible for Marriott Rewards points. Hotel Rate "Cut off Date" is 14 days prior to tournament start date.
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FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT MOBILE
950-A West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
Phone: 251-316-0029
Rate: Double $89.00 Breakfast is included
Experience this newly renovated Marriott property. Conveniently located right off I-65 and just
minutes away from the Copeland-Cox Tennis Center, this Marriott property is the
perfect spot to be your tournament headquarters. The Fairfield Inn & Suites offers
complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi and Marriott’s Fairfield 100% Guarantee. Each room has microwaves and
refrigerators. Enjoy a relaxing dip in
our indoor pool and our outstanding service.
We are also located to many great local restaurants and shopping. 100% smoke free. Rates and stays are eligible for Marriott
Rewards points.
Hotel Rate "Cut Off Date" is 14 Days Prior to tournament start date.
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HAMPTON INN & SUITES MOBILE
1028 West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
Phone: 251-343-4007
Rate: Double $99.00 Breakfast is included
Conveniently located right off I-65 and just minutes away from the
Copeland-Cox Tennis Center, this Hilton branded property is the perfect spot to
be your tournament headquarters. Enjoy
our spacious guest rooms, rest in our clean and fresh Hampton bed®,
savor Hampton’s free hot breakfast or enjoy a plunge in our peacefully wooded
outdoor pool. Each room offers a
refrigerator, microwave, complimentary Wi-Fi and the 100% Hampton
Guarantee. We are also located close to
many great local restaurants and shopping.
Rates and stays are eligible for Hilton Honors rewards points.
Hotel Rate "Cut Off Date" is 14 days prior to tournament start date.
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QUALITY INN & SUITES
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. Call hotel @ 251-343-4949 & ask for the Mobile Tennis Center’s special rate.
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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, April 16, 2017 11:59:00 PM Central Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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