Tournament Reports
Players By Event
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TUESDAY SCHEDULE
The schedule for Tuesday has been posted, please check all events you are playing in for updated times. I am leaving the club for today, I will have schedule announcements in the morning if there are any further delays or changes, please call 215 438 9900 x118. Thanks and enjoy your evening in Philly, Lauren.
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Welcome
Welcome to 50 Years of the Best in Women's Tennis! The Germantown Cricket Club welcomes you to our club and the 2008 National Senior Women's Grass Court Championships. If you have any queries please don't hesitate to let us know.
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Tournament Director Contact
Prior to the event if you wish to speak with me I may be reached only by calling 215 438 9900 x 118. I am at the club Tuesday - Sunday and will definatley return your call as soon as possible. Please do not leave multiple messages or messages at the pro shop as this prolongs the time it takes me to return your call or email. Thanks so much.
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Thanks Sponsors
Without our tournament sponsors this event would not be possible. Thanks to our major sponsors: Duane Morris, Citizen's Bank, Guy Laren, Leadership Development Forum, Harmelin Media, USTA Middlestates, The Graham Company, The Bancorp Bank.
If you are interested in becoming an event sponsor please contact the Tournament Director, Lauren Verrall.
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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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Draws and Match Times
Singles and doubles draws have been posted.
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Practice Courts
Practice courts will be available on Saturday the 12th and Sunday the 13th of July after 2.00pm. Courts are given out on a first come first serve basis and no advance court reservations are permitted.
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Player Pro Am
This year the pro am will be held on Sunday the 13th 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 me in advance if you plan on playing. I appreciate your RSVP, when you arrive at the Pro Am please sign in on the Clipboard to let me know that 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, cross training or running specific shoes are not permitted.
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Consolation
Consolation rounds will be played for all events (with the exception of any event that is played in a round robin format).
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Tournament Dinner
The Poolside Player Dinner will be held at GCC on Wednesday the 16th of July, at 6.30pm.
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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. More information to follow. During inclement weather my personal voicemail will be updated with any necessary messages. 215 438 9900 x118.
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Hilton City Ave
A special rate of $119 per night has been arranged at the Hilton Hotel on City Ave.4200 City Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131. The hotel is approximately 15 minutes from GCC. To make your reservation please call 215 879 4000. If you have any difficulty making a reservation please ask to speak with John or Kris. Parking is a flat rate of $5 per night (come and go as many times as you please). Rooms must be booked by the 7th of July to guarantee the special rate.
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Marriot Philadelphia West
Marriot Philadelphia West,
111 Crawford Ave, West Conshohocken, PA 19428. A special rate of $119 per night single/double has been arranged for tournament players. Please book by June 20th to guarantee the special rate. Reservations may be made by calling 610 941 5600 please quote reservation code GCCGCCA. The hotel is approximately 20 minutes from GCC.
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Housing
Unfortunately we are unable to assist players with housing this year.
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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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Refunds
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 be able to resolve your issue.
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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 4, 2008 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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