Thanks
Thank you to everyone for a great tournament! We hope you enjoyed playing on the grass at Germantown Cricket Club. Regards, Lauren.
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Coman Tiebreak
The Coman Tiebreak will be used for all events.
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Player Registration
When you first arrive at GCC we ask that you come to the Registration Desk prior to your first match. The registration desk will be open:
Saturday the 11th of July from 1.30 - 3.30 pm
Sunday July 12th from 1.30 - 3.30 pm
Monday 13th July 9.00 - 10.30 am
Tuesday 14th July 9.15 - 10.30 am
If you are unable to be at the Registration Desk during these times (for example if you are only playing doubles and your match isn't until later in the afternoon) please find me (Lauren) and I will get you registered.
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About Us
The Germantown Cricket Club is located approximately 15 minutes from downtown Philadelphia. Our facilities include 45 tennis courts (24 grass), swimming pool, squash, fitness, bowling, cricket and beautiful dining facilities located within our historic clubhouse. During the tournament we invite you to make use of all that GCC has to offer.
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Philadelphia
Philadelphia has a variety of things to do during down time between matches. Places of interest include: Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Betsy Ross' House, Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Italian Market, Valley Forge, Longwood Gardens, Philadelphia Zoo. For retail therapy the King of Prussia Mall is located about 20 minutes from GCC.
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Tournament Hotels - The Ace Club
The ACE Center
Special rates have been arranged at the ACE Center, located approximately 15 minutes from GCC in Lafayette Hill. The ACE Center has fantastic amenities (including tennis courts, outdoor sundeck, racquetball, croquet, bocci, exercise room, jogging path, volleyball) and rates include a continental breakfast each day. When booking your room please reference The Germantown Cricket Club. Rates per room are as follows: Single Occupancy $79, Double $85, Triple $91, Quad $97. All rates are per room, per night. State and local taxes, if applicable, are additional.
ACE Center 800 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA, 19444. For reservations please call 610-825-8000 or 800-523-3000. For more information please visit www.aceconferencecenter.com
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Tournament Hotel - Marriot Philadelphia Downtown
Special rates have been arranged for tournament players at the Marriot Philadelphia Downtown, approximately 15 minutes from GCC. This is a great hotel located in the city centre with great access to shopping, dining and entertainment. Room rates are $139 per night single / double plus taxes. When making a reservation please quote Germantown Cricket Club. Marriot Philadelphia Downtown, 1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107. Phone 215 625 2900. This room rate is limited and must be booked by Friday, June 19th, 2009 to guarantee the special rate.
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Tournament Hotel - Crowne Plaza Philadelphia Main Line
Special rates have been arranged at the Crowne Plaza City Ave. Rooms are available for $105 per night plus taxes (single and double). The Crowne Plaza is a newly renovated hotel featuring free parking and free high speed internet. Crowne Plaza Philadelphia Main Line Hotel 4100 Presidential Boulevard
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19131
(215) 477-0200
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Directions
Directions to the club are available by visiting our website. The club address is 411 W. Manheim St, Philadelphia, PA, 19144. We are located approximately 15 minutes from Centre City Philadelphia and 25 minutes from the Philadelphia International Airport.
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Practice Courts
Practice courts will be available on Saturday the 11th and Sunday the 12th of July after 2.00pm. During the event limited practice courts will be available beginning approximately 9.30 am (conditions permitting) and will also be available throughout the day. Courts are given out on a first come first serve basis and there are no advance court reservations.
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Player Pro Am
We will be hosting a player Pro Am on Sunday the 12th of July, from 2.30 - 4.00 pm. Our members love having the opportunity to hit with tournament players so please join us. Light refreshments will be served after the Pro Am. Please email Lauren in advance if you are interested in attending. When you arrive for the Pro Am please sign in on the Clip Board (even if you have RSVP'd) to indicate you are here and still plan on playing.
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Tennis Attire
All white tennis attire is required. Modest colour trim is accepted. This rule applies to shoes, socks, hats, warm-ups and any other attire worn on the court. Tennis specific shoes are required. Grass court, clay court, cross training or running specific shes are not permitted.
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Draws Limited
Draws are limited to the first 32 entrants (or doubles teams) for each division.
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Seeding
Seeding will be done using the All Factors Method. If you have information that you wish to put forward please send it via fax (215 438 5086) or via email lauren@germantowncricket.org.
Seeds will be posted prior to the completion of the draws.
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Consolation
Consolation rounds will be played for alll events (with the exception of any event that is played in a round robin format).
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Tournament Dinner
This year the Player Dinner is sponsored by Fidelity Investments. The Player Dinner will be held at GCC on Tuesday the 14th of July at 6.30pm. Dress is casual.
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Other Venues
Tournament Matches may be played at other sites. Please double check the site of your match on the draw.
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Entry Information
When registering online please be sure that your email address and cell phone number is included (and is accurate). This will ensure that you recieve any tournament related correspondance prior to and during the event.
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Inclement Weather Policy
In the event of inclement weather we will do everything possible to keep the tournament running on schedule. If it becomes necessary to move matches to indoor venues players may be assessed a small fee per match to help cover court costs. During inclement weather my personal voicemail will be updated with any necessary messages. 215 438 9900 x118.
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Refund Policy
No refunds will be issued after close of entries. Any request for a refund prior to the close of entries must be submitted in writing.
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Trouble Registering Online
If you have trouble with any part of the registration process please send an email to linkteam@usta.com and they will assist you.
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Only Women's 35, 45, 55, 65, & 75 are ITF Sanction- Grade 2
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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 Friday, July 3, 2009 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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