Tournament Reports
Events - Alternates by Event
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PLEASE CONFIRM MATCH TIMES
It is important to check the draws each evening after 8 p.m.. to confirm the following day match times/locations. Withdraws, walk-overs, weather, and court availability can effect future times, so check the draw carefully each evening at 8 p.m. or later.
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**IMPORTANT** TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION CHECK IN *Bring Medical Release to Check-in*
REGISTRATION CHECK IN 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Friday April 28.
** The 14s registration will take place at Van Deer Meer Tennis Center. Van Deer Meer Tennis Center is located at 19 Deallyon Ave. **The 12s will check in at Van Deer Meer Shipyard. VDM Shipyard 116 Shipyard Dr.
You will receive a tournament packet that will include directions to all the sites and practice courts and restaurant discounts. Bring the completed medical form. ***PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP WITHOUT YOUR MEDICAL FORM COMPLETED*** (print copy by clicking on "more info" at the bottom of this message). Bring completed form to registration.
For those of you in singes only and that "just can't make it," please follow these instructions: DO NOT CALL! Follow these instructions so you will not be replaced in the draw.
1 - Make sure your entry fee has been paid!! (No pay - no play) 2 - Email or Fax in your Medical Release Waiver WITH your CELL phone numbers & HOTEL info completed to 843-785-7032 The medical release can be found at: http://www.southern.usta.com/Juniors/tournaments_rankings/forms/ or by clicking on "more info". 3- Come to the main site on Saturday to register - only the VDM Tennis Center site will have registration on Saturday morning. You must register before your first match or you will not be guaranteed a player gift. (Players do not have to register, parents or guardians may register them). 3 - Show up 30 minutes before your match time. Please be patient with us when checking in, we will be focused on getting matches on and off the court. Checking in people at this time will be a detriment to the tournament. 4 - On Saturday, beginning at 7:30 AM, we will only have one person checking in players for the tournament (those that did not come the night before). . If this causes you to be late for your match, unfortunately that will be your problem that could have been avoided. Therefore, we urge all of you to check-in on Friday this includes Locals, Commuters and Travelers. Thank you for your cooperation.
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MEDICAL RELEASE FORM TO BRING TO CHECK-IN
Click on "more info" here to print medical release and bring completed form to check in.
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DRAW TIMES and SCHEDULE
Match times are visible by clicking on "draws". Please do not call VDM asking about draw times, they will not have the information, it is all here, online and CAN NOT be changed at a player/parent's request.. It is important to check the draws each evening after 8 p.m.. to confirm the following day match times/locations. Withdraws, walk-overs, weather, and court availability can effect future times, so check the draw carefully each evening at 8 p.m. or later.
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Court Surfaces and Sites
Surfaces: BG 14s will be played on hard courts BG12s will be played on Clay
Sites (all on Hilton Head Island):
VDMTC= Van Der Meer Tennis Center (hard courts)19 Deallyon Ave SHIP= Van Der Meer Shipyard (Clay) 116 Shipyard Dr SHPHC= Van Der Meer Shipyard (Hard courts) 116 Shipyard Dr PORT= Port Royal Racquet Club (clay) 15 Wimbledon Ct SPAN= Spanish Wells Club (clay) 1 Brams Point Rd. CHAP= Chaplin Park (hard courts) 11 Casnet Dr.
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DOUBLES CLOSED!!!
DOUBLES DEADLINE EXPIRED!!
The Deadline to TO INDICATE A PARTNER WAS WEDNESDAY 6 p.m.! It was posted here since registration closed, it has now expired. Please do not call or email wanting in doubles, it is closed. No more Doubles teams may be added, the draw is closed so we can work on it and have the times ready for Thursday's posting. .
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SELECTIONS, SEEDINGS, AND MATCH SCHEDULE INFO
Selections were based off the Tuesday 4/18 standings list.
Alternates are listed in order on the "alternate report" here online.If a spot opens the alternate will be contacted by email and phone/text. On-site alternates should report to main site (12s at Shipyard / 14s at TC) at 730 a.m. Saturday. Must have entry fee and completed medical forms.
Seedings are based off the 4/18 Southern Standings and will be posted Thursday 4/27
Start times will be posted Thursday 4/27 by 5 p.m.. Be prepared to play up to 2 rounds of doubles Friday 4/28 starting after 430 p.m. Singles will start as early as 8 a.m. Saturday, be prepared to play!
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FORMAT AND SCORING
Draws
will be 64 players with a Feed In Consolation through the Round of 16,
Quarter-Final Consolation, and a 3rd/4th playoff. All Consolation draws will
play through Monday. BG14 Main Draw will play the best two out of
three tie-break sets. BG12 Main Draw and both BG14 and BG12
Feed-in Consolations will be the best of two sets playing a 10 point match
tie break at 1-all. Main Draw will play two rounds each day
beginning on Saturday. Doubles play will begin Friday afternoon as early as 430 pm. Doubles format will be an 8 game pro set and a set tiebreak at 8-all. In the event
of inclement weather, match format is subject to change.
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Sonesta Resort Special!
Located inside Shipyard Plantation, directly next to the VDM Shipyard courts. Tournament rate is $209 per night. Book directly by clicking on "More info" below. Sonesta Hilton Head: Enjoy the charm and warmth of one of the finest hotels in Hilton Head South Carolina. Nestled along the coast with stunning 360º views and lush landscapes as far as the eye can see, our award-winning Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is a premier destination for getaways, gatherings or business.Walk along the beach, or stroll through our verdant, tropical gardens. Dine on the amazing fare offered at one of our several notable restaurants, but not before wading into our zero-entry lagoon swimming pool. Pamper your body and senses with a trip to our Arum Spa. Or venture outside to find some of the best treasures on the island at your disposal.
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Park Lane Hotel Special Rate
PARK LANE HOTEL AND SUITES. Special tournament rate is $125 per night. Room comes with deluxe breakfast and the rooms all have kitchens. The link to book is http://bookings.ihotelier.com/bookings.jsp?groupID=1763337&hotelID=13325
Or click on "more info" below to connect to their website for booking directly.
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Hampton Inn Rate Special!
The Hampton Inna at One Dillon Rd. Hilton Head Island is offering a special rate for players/families. The Hoel is centrally located between the sites. The rooms include 2 Queens, non-smoking rooms with Wi-fi and Breakfast at $155 a night. Click on "more info" below to book directly.
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Best Western Ocean Breeze Hotel
The Best Western Ocean Breeze. Just opened in 2016! Located next to the VDM Tennis Center, within walking distance to the Beach! Special tournament rate of $114-$128 a night includes a Hot Breakfast. Call 866-430-2692 and ask for "Van Der Meer Tournament rate"
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SATURDAY LUNCH FOR PLAYERS
Lunch from Papa John's Pizza will be provided at all sites Saturday between 12-1pm
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Warm-Up Courts
Warm up courts are provided free of charge at these sites of play Friday (VDMTC and SHIP) 3-4 p.m., Saturday(all sites in use) 7-745 a.m., Sunday(all sites in use) 7-815 a.m., Monday (VDMTC and SHIP)7-8 a.m. You do not need call to reserve during those times, any called-in reservations will be charged for court-time. Courts may be available first-come/first-serve at Center Court and Chaplin Park but we can not guarantee anything at those sites.
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TRAINER
The trainer will be located at Shipyard Courts.
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USTA SOUTHERN MEDICAL RELEASE and PARENT ALERT
This tournament requires a USTA Southern Medical Release SIGNED BY THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN from every
player to be presented at the time of tournament registration. Please download and bring this completed form with you or fax to us (843-785-7032)
to speed up the registration process. Players are not allowed on court without
this signed release Click more info to download and print the form:
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WITHDRAWALS
All withdraws before deadline must be done online by the player. All withdrawals after the entry deadline must be sent to the tournament referee and/or director Andy@vdmtennis.com Please
state the following: Players name, age division, reason for the withdrawal and
contact phone numbers.. Withdrawals
received after the deadline are not eligible for a refund.
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VAN DER MEER TENNIS ACADEMY
If you are looking to maximize your development as a tennis player, look no further... it's right here at Van Der Meer Tennis Academy on beautiful Hilton Head Island. Our elite Tennis Academy has a proven track record over 30 years of producing and helping top ATP, WTA, ITF and Collegiate Stars with great character. Our top international staff is dedicated and experienced in integrating mental toughness, fitness training, stroke production, tactics, tournament scheduling, nutrition, and injury prevention for all levels and ages. When choosing an academy, do your research. Choose wisely. Choose Van Der Meer!
Special pricing for practice sessions for Tournament Players available. Call 800-845-6138 ext #1 to book a session.
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SEEDING INFORMATION
Seeding will be done using the Southern Standing List, which is the same list used to select players into the tournament.
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LATE ENTRY POLICY AND INSTRUCTIONS
Late entries may be accepted. Players that effect seeding (by USTA rule) are not accepted late. Late entries will be added to the bottom of the ordered alternate list (no matter what the ranking) after the on time entries in the order in which they were received. Late entries are accessed a $25 additional late fee. No phone calls to enter late- only emails to andy@vdmtennis.com List name, USTA#, age division, phone number in the email. You will then be contacted for payment and upon payment will be entered on to the alternate list. Late entries will not be accepted if his/her standing would affect the seeding.
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WELCOME
We
invite you to join us for a weekend on our beautiful Island and enjoy lots of
great tennis! Hilton Head Island in South Carolina is known as the most
family-friendly destination in the world. Offering an assortment of outdoor
excursions and also named as one of the top ten family beaches in the country,
the Island is the perfect selection for a family vacation or getaway. Select
the "more info" link below for additional information on the Island.
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Eligibility
This event is restricted to the following Jr. players: U.S. Citizens; Permanent Resident Aliens; Diplomats, Refugees/Asylees; CTA. Refer to USTA Regulation III.A.2a. Link: https://www.usta.com/Youth-Tennis/Junior-Competition/Eligibility/
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Direct Acceptance Rule
New Rule Junior Change for 2017
effective March 14th
A Direct
Acceptance list into the Southern Closed Championship will be created that
includes the top 16 age-eligible players for each of the BG 12-18’s
Divisions. This EXEMPTS players from
playing in their State Qualifier.
The Direct
Acceptance List for each age division (BG 12-18s) will be published on May 15th. This list will be compromised of the Top 16
Age-Eligible players for the month of June in their respective age
divisions. Players not listed on this Direct
Acceptance list are not eligible for this exemption. Players must REGISTER for their respective
Southern Closed Championship in order to take advantage of this exemption.
Bill Ozaki
will be on site and will be able to answer any questions you may have.
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Dunlop Grand Prix Balls
Dunlop Grand Prix Balls will be used.
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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 Sunday, April 16, 2017 11:59:00 PM Eastern 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: 700009117 from the searchable schedule homepage.
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