WE HAVE RESCHEDULED THE TOURNAMENT FOR JUNE 5-7 2015
DUE TO THE FRIGID TEMPERATURES EXPECTED TO LAST INTO THE TOURNAMENT WEEK AND WEEKEND OF FEBRUARY 27-29 WE HAVE RESCHEDULED THE TOURNAMENT FOR JUNE 5-7. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY REGISTERED YOU WILL NEED TO WITHDRAW FROM THE TOURNAMENT SO YOU WILL BE REFUNDED THE ENTRY FEE TO YOUR CREDIT CARD. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WITH WITHDRAWING PLEASE CONTACT GARY LINK AT GLINKSC@GMAIL.COM. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. AS YOU KNOW THIS WINTER HAS BEEN VERY COLD AND DETERMINED TO STAY AROUND LONGER THAN WE EXPECTED AND WANT.
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MEDICAL RELEASE
Please click on "more info" to download, print and fill out a SC Medical Release form. You must turn in the form at the tournament desk when you check in for your first match.
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TOURNAMENT QUESTIONS?
Direct all tournament questions to the tournament Referee, Gary Link at glinksc@gmail.com.
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HOST HOTEL
The host hotel is the Baymont Inn & Suites Greenville. 246 Congaree Rd. The rate is $64 and includes a free breakfast buffet for each guest, free high-speed wireless, free parking, and plenty of dining and shopping within walking distance. Guests can call 864-288-1200 or 1-800-WYNDHAM and ask for the SportsClub Jr Tournament Group rate. Reservations must be made by February 22nd, 2015 to receive the discounted rate. The hotel website is baymontinns.com/hotel/47002 or click on "more info" below.
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SPORTSMANSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
All parents are encouraged to complete the "Parenting My Champion" sportsmanship video before their player participates in this level tournament.
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SEEDING CRITERIA - STATE LEVEL 3 TOURNAMENTS
Computerized seeding shall be done using the results from the most recent USTA South Carolina Combined Standings Lists. A player may also be considered for seeding if he/she meets the following criteria: Players who have a standing in the next younger age division may be seeded in any group of seeds if they are in the top 15 of the most recently published USTA South Carolina Combined Standing Lists or up to 50 of the most recently published USTA Southern Combined Standing Lists of any younger age division. Southern Standing in the top 300 - may be given consideration for seeding. National Standing in the top 400 - may be given consideration for seeding.
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TOURNAMENT SPONSORS
Thank you to our loyal tournament sponsors! Ron's Carpet and Air Duct Cleaners, Southern First, Auger Family Chiropractic, Professional Party Rentals, Pizza Inn, Panera Bread Co. at Haywood Mall, Outback Steakhouse on Orchard Park Dr. and Edible Arrangements on Congaree.
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TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE
Kelly Hesketh, Chair; Dave Carrick, Tournament Director; Gary Link, Tournament Referee
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T-SHIRTS & CONTACT INFORMATION
Please indicate your t-shirt size as well as your contact information when you register for the tournament.
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HOSPITALITY
Pizza will be served on Saturday at noon. Panera Bread products for breakfast on Saturday and Sunday and soft drinks all weekend.
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TOURNAMENT START
The tournament will start on Friday afternoon. All Players need to be prepared to play anytime after 4:30pm on Friday afternoon.
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TIME/SCHEDULING CONSTRAINTS
Any time/scheduling constraints must be submitted to the Referee at glinksc@gmail.com prior to the entry close date. We will do our best to accommodate your request.
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DOUBLES
Obtain your doubles partner's USTA# and sign up online before entries close. You may signup without a partner and we will randomly pair you with another player seeking a partner if one is available. For planning purposes we cannot accept late entries into doubles.
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DRAW FORMAT
All singles draws will have a first match losers consolation. All doubles draws will be single elimination.
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MATCH FORMAT
Singles main draw and consolation will play a 10 point match tiebreak in lieu of a 3rd set. If you split sets you are entitled to a 3 minute set break and on-court coaching is allowed. If you leave the court you will forfeit your time to receive coaching. All doubles will play an 8 game pro set with a 7 point tiebreak played at 8-8.
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BOYS AND GIRLS 10'S DIVISIONS
Boy's and Girl's 10's divisions will be played on a 60' court using a low compression orange ball. Racquet size is limited to 25" or smaller. Draw format will be determined by the number of participants. Scoring format as follows: 2 out of 3 short sets using add scoring, first to 4 games (win by 2) 7 point tiebreak at 4-4. 7 point tiebreak for 3rd set (win by 2). Doubles will be a 6 game pro set.
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MATCH CHECK IN
Check in for your matches AT LEAST 15 MINUTES EARLY!!!!
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CHECK THIS SITE OFTEN!
Always double check your match times before you leave for your match! Also, check this site for up-to-the-minute weather information. As soon as we make a decision concerning weather delays we will immediately post the information on this site. The Referee reserves the right to change the scoring format and/or court surfaces due to inclement weather.
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AWARDS
Awards will be presented to singles champions, finalists and consolation winners.
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WARM UP
Match warm ups will be limited to 5 minutes. Warm up courts will not be available at Sportsclub once matches begin.
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BALLS
Dunlop is the official ball of the Sportsclub Jr. Championships.
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South Carolina Tournament Level 2 and Southern Level 4
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Please take the time to fill out our tournament survey.
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There will be no Matches Friday evening. There will be tournament check in Friday evening 4:00-6:00 PIZZ FRIDAY EVENING with optional check in. Thank You
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Sportsmanship Responsibilities: All parents are encouraged complete the "Parenting My Champion" sportsmanship video before their player participates in this level tournament.
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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 Sunday, February 22, 2015 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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