Weather Update @ 6:48 am
Proceed as scheduled at all sites this morning. There may or may not be a short delay as we wait for a few puddles to dry.
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SUNDAY TIMES AVAILABLE!
We will use the same location and times for tomorrow with the 10-and-Under events.
I am unable to change "SAT" in the draw so just call it Sunday and all will be fine.
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RippnerTennis welcomes tournament players and their families and thanks all for your participation in our upcoming event.
Thank you everyone for participating in this RippnerTennis USTA event!
In an effort to make this weekend run smoothly, we have several channels of communication to guide you through the tournament: 1. For immediate information (weather updates, draw notices, etc.), follow our Twitter account [https://twitter.com/RippnerTennis] 2. For posts and general information, either follow our Facebook account or simply bookmark the page [https://www.facebook.com/SATCJRS/] 3. To join the fun, follow our Instagram page [rippnertennis]
We strive to make your experience as enjoyable as possible and welcome your input into this process. Feel free to contact Coach Mike (Michael@rippnertennis) before, during, and after the event to send you input and questions. Perhaps your ideas will be implemented in upcoming tournaments!
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Challenger 2-Day (12s-18s) and Challenger 1-Day (10s) are now located on separate tournament homepages
The 10s Divisions for this Challenger can be found using the "more info" link. The Tournament ID number for the 10s homepage is 800038217.
more info
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Challenger Information and Schedule
Check out the new Challenger Information page on our www.texas.usta.com website using the following link! Every Challenger tournament is listed with dates, locations, rules, formats, points, and directions on how to find ranking information!
more info
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Hotel Notice!
Austin will be very busy due to the South by Southwest festival. Rooms close to downtown will be nearly impossible to come by...search exits farther South (South Austin Tennis Center), Southwest (Polo Tennis Club), West (Westlake High School), and North of downtown (UT Whitaker).
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Sites for this tournament
We have the following sites for this tournament:
South Austin Tennis Center (SATC) 1000 Cumberland Rd Austin, TX 78704
UT Whitaker Tennis Courts (UTW) 51st and Guadalupe Austin, TX 78751
Polo Tennis and Fitness Club (Polo) 17370 US Hwy 290 West Austin, TX 78737
Westlake High School (WHS) 4100 Westbank Dr Austin, TX 78746
Be sure to check the abbreviation in the draw to ensure proper arrival.
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Tournament Amenities
We are currently finalizing plans for the event with local business partners.
If all goes according to plan, local coffee shop Patika will have coffee at all sites (for parents, not players) and Mantis Massage will be providing the opportunity for chair massages.
Additionally, we will be offering t-shirts for competitors so don't forget to give your size!
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Medical and Media Waiver/Release
Click here to access the 2017 Medical and Media Waiver/Release. This only needs to be completed 1 time for all Challenger, CMZ, or SCMZ tournaments in 2017.
more info
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Excessive Overrule Guideline: The USTA Texas Officials Committee along with the Competitive Department has established a guideline in reference to excessive overrules as clarified in the Friend at Court. This guideline states "Once a player has been overruled for a second time in a match, they will be cautioned that after another overrule, they will be penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct under the point penalty system."
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ATTENTION ALL SPECTATORS (INCLUDES PARENTS, COACHES, RELATIVES, FRIENDS, ETC.) In an effort to promote a more enjoyable and fair experience for all, the following policy is in immediate force and effect, and shall be diligently and stringently enforced. USTA Texas has implemented a “ZERO TOLERANCE” policy for improper behavior.
1. Any attempt by a spectator to speak to the official in an abusive or disrespectful manner regarding a line call or other ruling during match play shall be cause for immediate removal from the playing area and, if warranted, from the premises.
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2. Any spectator behavior deemed unacceptable towards a player, other spectator or staff member shall be cause for immediate removal from the playing area or the entire premises. If said behavior is directed towards a player, either before, during or after a tournament, it shall result in an automatic and immediate suspension of that spectator’s right to attend USTA Texas tournaments, for a period of time to be determined by the USTA Texas Discipline and Grievance Committee.
3. Refusal to adhere to a removal request shall trigger immediate enforcement of the point penalty system against the player with whom the spectator is involved (per point penalty system regulations), including possible immediate default from the tournament.
4. The On-Site Official is the SOLE judge regarding unacceptable behavior.
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Inappropriate umpire/spectator communication, whether it be about a ruling or any other facet of a tennis event is prohibited while a match is in progress. Being a parent, coach, etc. does not endow special privileges. With the only exception of the right to remove their own child from competition at any time, a parent or coach is merely a spectator.
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USTA Texas "No Late Entries" Policy for Juniors Due to a new USTA Texas internal procedure, junior division players will NOT be able to register for a tournament after the online published deadline. We are aware that currently parents reach out via email or phone to the USTA Texas staff and/or tournament director requesting to be manually added to the tournament after online registration has closed. If a player misses the registration deadline, then he/she will not be permitted to participate in that tournament
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Registration Confirmation: As a parent or player it is your responsibility to assure registration in the event. Regardless if you register on the website or mobile app after completing the registration you should visit the USTA web driven site and confirm your registration by finding the player in the applicants list. If you select to skip this process please be aware that should any malfunctions of the system occur, players will not be granted late entrance in the event due to a system error.
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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 Tuesday, February 28, 2017 11:59:00 PM Central Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
In the future, you can jump straight to this tournament by entering the tournament identification number: 800038217 from the searchable schedule homepage.
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