Tournament Reports
Match Schedule Info - Future Match Info Events - Alternates by Event
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Players evaluated the Sportsmanship of there opponents and themselves.
77% of the players responded that their opponents sportsmanship equaled their level of sportsmanship. 6% of the players responded that their opponents sportsmanship exceeded their own. 17% of the players responded that their sportsmanship was better then their opponents (these were mostly the players that had issues with their own sportsmanship).
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Congratulations to our Tournament Sportsmanship Winners
Girls Sportsmanship Winners; Katrine Boianov, Rachel Secord and Shriya Ramesh who received a Joe Shade. Boys Sportsmanship Winners, Nolan Shaub, Zachary Bobofchak and Benedict Graft who received a Joe Shade.
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Welcome to the USTA Midwest Level 2 Memorial Day Weekend Boys and Girls 10 and Under Tournament Homepage
We are excited to have 32 Top Midwest Boys and 32 Top Midwest Girls playing at Harper College. Please read this tournament page for the details that will make your tournament experience more enjoyable.
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Tournament Questions
We are happy to answer your tournament questions. We request that you please first read this tournament page then e-mail Paul.MacDonald@comcast.net with any questions. E-mail is the fastest and most accurate method of communication and provides a written record. E-mails will be returned a.s.a.p.
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Please Register for Text Alerts For Tournament Information Including Match Changes Caused by Weather
Please register your mobile phone with the attached Rainedout link to receive tournament updates. We will send out a text alert if matches are moved or postponed/delayed. No Keyword is needed.
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32 Compass Draw Explanation
Compass Draws are confusing. Click on the link for an explanation where you go after each match. Remember you will play at least four singles matches with a 32 draw.
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SINGLES TOURNAMENT WILL BE A 32 COMPASS DRAW SINGLES, DOUBLES WILL BE A 16 DOUBLES SINGLE ELIMNATION TOURNAMENT
All Singles Matches will play two out of three tiebreak sets (at six games all a tiebreak will be played first player to win 7 points with a 2 point advantage). Instead of a third set, a Match Tiebreak (first player to win 10 points with a 2 point advantage) will be played.. Two singles matches per day per players.
If the draw is full all players will play at least 4 singles matches.
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FIVE SPORTSMANSHIP INITIATIVES
1. We will ask all players at check in to read and if they are in agreement to sign the USTA Junior Player Oath. I recognize that tennis is a sport that places the responsibility for fair play on me. I promise to abide by the rules of the game, which require me to give the benefit of the doubt to my opponent. At all times I shall strive to compete with the true spirit of sportsmanship, recognizing that my behavior on the court is a direct reflection of my character. Whether this match ends with my victory or defeat, I promise to conduct myself in a way that honors my opponents, my team, those who support me, and the game of tennis.” 2. We will ask each player after every match to evaluate the sportsmanship of their opponent. 3. We will ask each Parent to fill out a Sportsmanship Survey. 4. USTA Midwest Sportsmanship Award will be given to a participant at the conclusion of the tournament. 5. In addition the Tournament Sportsmanship winner will receive a Joe Shade (JoeShade.com).
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REMINDER, THIS IS A THREE DAY TOURNAMENT. DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS EVENT EVEN IF YOU THINK THAT YOU WILL NOT MAKE IT UNTIL MONDAY
This tournament ends on Monday. If you must go to school or parents must go to work on Monday, do not sign up for this event even if you think you will not "make it" till Monday. You must be Injured, Ill or there must be an Emergency for you to withdraw. The USTA Referee has the right to ask for proof from a Doctor.
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MATCH SCORING/DRAW SIZE
The Singles Main & Consolation Draws will play best of 3 tiebreak sets with a 10-point super tiebreak in lieu of a third set. 32 Compass draw. If the draw is full all players will play four singles matches and possibly five.
Doubles will be a single elimination tournament.
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Tournament Hotel is the Double Tree by Hilton
Tournament Hotel is Double Tree by Hilton. Room rate is $109 plus tax. Please book your room by May 24. Rooms are first come, first serve, so book today.
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PLAYER SELECTION & SEEDING
This tournament will only
use the most recent Midwest Standings List for player selection and seeding. If you have questions regarding player selection and/or seeding, please contact the USTA/Midwest Section office at jrtourney@midwest.usta.com.
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ORDER OF PLAY/MATCH SCHEDULE
SATURDAY: Play begins at 8am. All players have two singles matches followed by up to two doubles matches. SUNDAY: Play begins at 8am. All players have two singles matches followed by doubles. MONDAY: Play begins at 8am. Singles followed by the doubles final. Schedule subject to change based on the number of the players in the draw and the weather.
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BY REGISTERING FOR THIS TOURNAMENT YOU AGREE TO ABIDE BY ALL USTA, AND USTA MIDWEST SECTION RULES
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MATCHES WILL BE PLAYED AT HARPER COLLEGE, 1200 W ALGONQUIN ROAD, PALATINE, IL 60067.
Harper College,1200 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067. Tennis courts are on the west side of the campus, just north of the football field. Please park in visitor parking in lot 12. Visitor parking is found by entering the campus off of Roselle Road. Parking is not permitted at the football field or next to the tennis courts.
Due to construction activities only Porta Potty's will be available as restrooms.
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HARPER COLLEGE TENNIS COURTS
The 12 Harper College Outdoor Tennis Courts are three years old. Please be aware that there are no windscreens. Due to the courts' location adjacent to athletic fields, it is typically windy.
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PLAYER CONTACT INFORMATION POLICY
If you do not provide an email address and/or cell number(s) when you register for this tournament, then we will not be able to notify you about any possible changes in the tournament.
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DUAL ENTRY POLICY
Please see link if you have signed up for two tournaments on the same weekend.
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POINTS PER ROUND
This tournament carries with it Level 2 USTA/Midwest points per round. For more information on USTA/Midwest points per round, please visit the following link:
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PROVIDE YOUR FEEDBACK
If you have questions about USTA/Midwest tournaments, please email jrtourney@midwest.usta.com. Also, please take a minute to tell us what you thought about this tournament using the following link:
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TOURNAMENT FEES
1) If your credit card has been declined, please contact the tournament director immediately. You have until noon Monday to pay for the tournament. The tournament director has the option to withdraw you from the competitors list if you have not communicated with them. 2) No refunds after player selections.
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NO REFUNDS AFTER PLAYER SELECTION IS COMPLETE
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Draws and Match Times are Posted. Click on Draws.
1. Please be aware that match times are tentative and subject to change. Please register for text alerts to made aware of any changes. 2. The draws and seeding were made by the USTA Midwest Section staff in Indiana. Due to the large number of players from Illinois some first round matches will be two players from the same district. 3. Please remember that the singles draw is a compass draw and all players are scheduled to play four and possible five singles matches.
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First Match Report Times are Poste
Click on the Future Match Info above to find your first match time. The time under your name is your first match report time. The time in brackets (W=the time if you win, L=the time if you lose). Please remember that everyone is guaranteed to play four matches. Draws will be posted on Friday, May 26 by 6 p.m.
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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 Thursday, May 18, 2017 11:59:00 PM Central Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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