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Tournament ID:   809690309
Dates:   January 23-25, 2009
Divisions: Open: BG(18-12)d,FMLC; XJ(18-12)d,FMLC; MW(Op)d,FMLC; X(Op)d,FMLC; NMW(2.5-4.5)d,FMLC; NX(2.5-4.5)d,FMLC
Organization: Arlington Parks & Recreation
500 W Mayfield Rd
Arlington, TX76014
Org Phone:(817)459-6163
Org Fax:(817) 557-5684
Org Website:www.arlingtontennis.net
Director:Sheryl B. Osborn
Director Phone:817-459-6163
Director Fax:817-557-5684
Director Email:atc@arlingtontx.gov
Referee:Susan Wertenberger
Section: Texas
District: Texas
Surface Type Hard
Entry Fee:*ONLINE ENTRY FEE: $33.00 for 1 event; $66.00 for 2 events per player.
MAIL-IN ENTRY FEE: $34.00 for 1 event; $68.00 for 2 events per player.
EVENT LIMIT: 2 doubles.
Join the Doubles fun at Arlington Tennis Center! Net proceeds benefit the Junior Development program sponsored by Arlington Tennis Association.
All entries include free player lunch on Saturday and a tournament towel!
Checks Payable To:Arlington Tennis Center
Send Checks To:Arlington Tennis Center
Liz Mahon Doubles
500 W. Mayfield Rd.
Arlington, TX 76014
Draws Posted:1/19/2009
Last Updated:1/25/2009 7:36:18 PM (Central Time)
 
Draws Competitors Seeds Results
 Entries Closed Sunday, January 11, 2009
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Sunday Results
Thank you for participating in the Liz Mahon Memorial Doubles Open! Nearly 100 entrants competed in this event, and we hope everyone had a great time.

Sunday results have been posted on this website and reported to area newspapers.

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Draw Posting
Draws for this tournament are now posted. Every effort was made to eliminate direct time conflicts for players who are participating in more than one division. When necessary, matches will be delayed to allow players the required rest periods.
Seeding Complete
Seeding for this event has been completed by the tournament committee. 12-month rolling standings published 1/7/09 were the initial criteria used for seeding. Adjustments in seeding will be made if more information is received prior to posting the draws.
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Welcome!
Welcome to the Liz Mahon Memorial Doubles Open for juniors and adults! This doubles only tournament for both juniors and adults was established to honor one of Texas' First Ladies of Tennis, Phebe "Liz" Mahon. Liz Mahon was a tennis icon in the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex, organizing classes, clinics and drills for adults and juniors, a junior tournament circuit and USTA leagues. Liz was also instrumental in the building of Arlington Tennis Center.

Net proceeds from this tournament will benefit the Arlington Tennis Association Junior Development Program. Fees include a player lunch on Saturday and tournament towel. Join us for fun on and off the court, all while contributing to the growth of the ATA Junior Development program, and honoring Liz!

About the Tournament
HEADQUARTERS: Arlington Tennis Center 500 W Mayfield Rd, Arlington, TX 76014.
  • All divisions will have First Match Loser Consolation (FMLC), or Round Robin (RR)
  • POINTS: Tx Section: Adult-100. National: Local: 1x.
  • TEXAS JUNIOR POINTS: Super Champs-Level 4 Standing points Champs-Level 2 Ranking points.
About ATC
ATC is a public facility featuring 20 outdoor lighted tennis courts and a full-service proshop. We carry the latest in tennis racquets and other equipment, and we offer prompt stringing service. All of ATC's teaching staff are USPTA certified professionals. If you have any questions about ATC or the tournament, please contact us via email: atc@arlingtontx.gov. We look forward to seeing you at ATC! more info
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Eligibility
  • Adult players are eligible to play NTRP levels the month they turn 19 years old.
  • Players who are moved up in level during the year must play in the new levels division unless they moved up after the entry deadline.
  • This tournament is open to all junior players. To earn points, junior players must compete in their qualified age division when offered.
  • Junior players may play in age eligible divisions. Divisions are Open level.
  • Junior players who enter adult divisions must play Open. Juniors are not eligible to play NTRP levels (see first bullet).
  • Players are limited to two events. Players may enter one singles and one doubles, or men's/women's doubles and mixed doubles.
About NTRP
For general information on the National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP), select the link, or visit: www.usta.com/adultseniortournament/ more info
USTA Membership Required
The Liz Mahon Doubles Open is a USTA sanctioned tournament, and USTA membership is required to participate. Your USTA membership info is the official data downloaded and used by the tournament staff. Cell phone numbers and email addresses are helpful. more info
Note About Doubles
  • Players MUST register for Doubles with a partner.
  • Once the deadline passes, players whose partners did not register (or who are not eligible) may be removed from the tournament.
  • Before the deadline and before registering for Doubles, confirm your partner is playing, that he/she is eligible, and that he/she is playing with you, not someone else.
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Format
  • The format for this tournament is best of three full sets, regular scoring.
  • Alternative scoring may be used due weather issues.
  • Adults will use the Coman Tiebreak will be used when a set reaches six all. (Coman Tiebreak: Players change ends after the first point, and thereafter every fourth point.)
  • Junior will use regular set tiebreaks when a set reaches six all.
  • All events with five or more entries will be first match loser consolation. If three or four teams are entered, the event will be a round robin.
  • Some events with fewer than three players may be combined with another division. Players will be contacted (if contact information is available) before combining with another division.
Alternative Scoring
If the Referee elects to use alternative scoring (e.g., 10-point Match Tiebreak) due to extreme weather or other issues, please note:
  • Players take only a two-minute break after the second set (not a 10-minute break).
  • Players do not leave the court (they go directly into the 10-point tiebreak after the two-minute set break).
  • Players do not receive new balls for 10-point Match Tiebreaks.
  • A decision regarding alternative scoring may not be made until shortly before matches begin. Players will be advised of the alternative scoring before they go on court for their matches.
Draws
Draws for this tournament will be posted by Monday evening, 6:00 PM, January 19. Draws will be updated nightly during the tournament, with final results reported to local newspapers.
Seeding
Seeding for this tournament may be based on rankings, current records and head-to-head encounters.
Schedule of Play
  • This tournament begins Friday, January 23. Some draws may not begin play until Saturday, January 24. We will avoid Friday night play when possible.
  • Players should arrive at their first match site 30 minutes prior to start of match.
  • Players should arrive at subsequent matches at least 15 minutes before the match is scheduled to begin.
Withdrawing
  • Please let us know as early as possible if you must withdraw so that we can update draws timely.
  • Withdrawals prior to the tournament should be done on line at the tournament website by selecting the Edit Registration from the left menu.
  • Withdrawals after the deadline but before the tournament begins should be via email to atc@arlingtontx.gov.
  • Players who will not play once the tournament begins (technically Friday evening) should contact the Referee at 817-459-6163 to verbally pull out, in addition to sending the email, as email may not be read timely during the event.
  • Out of consideration for your opponents and for tournament staff, please do not "no show" for your matches. "No shows" will receive penalty points.
Awards
Awards will be given for First, Second and Consolation in all divisions, including Round Robins.
Officials
All officials for this tournament are USTA certified, and the USTA code of conduct will be enforced. Court monitors may also be used, as needed.
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Site Information
All matches will tentatively be played at Arlington Tennis Center. more info
Practice Courts
Practice courts will not be available at ATC. Practice courts are available at area Park courts (see link) on a first come, first served basis. more info
Hotels, Food and Fun!
Information on hotels, restaurants and entertainment in the Arlington area, see the link and visit FUN CENTRAL on line. Hotels in the general area of the Parks at Arlington mall will be close to ATC. Remember the new Highlands mall just down the street from Arlington Tennis Center! more info
Rain Information
If rain is an issue, we will provide updated information on the information line, 817-459-6166, as well as on this website. If in doubt, please show up ready to play at your scheduled match time. more info
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Wireless Internet
Arlington Tennis Center is pleased to provide free wireless Internet to our guests.
Official Ball
The official tournament balls for this tournament are Penn Championship Yellow Extra Duty. A new can of balls will be distributed for each match and for split sets (if playing a full third set).
Emergency Care
Arlington Tennis Center is located directly across the street from Medical Center of Arlington, one of our area's largest hospitals. In addition, Medical Center of Arlington has a state of the art, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center. We hope you do NOT require its services! more info
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Advance Planning
Just a few FYIs for our guests:
  • Spectators are not allowed on the courts at any time.
  • No pets are allowed in the ATC proshop/building or inside the fenced area around the courts.
  • Smoking is not allowed in the proshop/building or inside the fenced areas.
  • Alcoholic beverages are prohibited on the property (including the parking lot).
  • Water coolers are not on placed on courts. However, free cups are available inside the proshop, and a water fountain (with jug-filling spout) and a commercial-sized ice machine are located on the west patio. Players may also bring their own water jugs on court, or purchase bottled water, fountain drinks, sports drinks and juices in the proshop.
Cell Phones
Please note that players may NOT use cell phones on court or at the tournament desk. Please turn them OFF. Spectators who use cell phones around the courts either at ATC or at alternate sites should be mindful of whether their conversations interfere with tournament play (in which case, they will be asked to leave the area or turn the phone off) or normal business operations at ATC. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Player Selection Type
No Selection Process. All registered players will be selected.
Entry Type
Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Sunday, January 11, 2009 11:59:00 PM Central Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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