Tournament Reports
Future Match Info Report
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SPORTSMANSHIP AWARDS
Sportmanship awards went to:
HENSSEY NGO
WILL HICKMAN
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TIMELINE
- ALL TIMES POSTED ARE CENTRAL TIME:
- 7/24 Sun - Entries Open
- 9/08 Thu 11:59 pm - (One minute before Midnight) Entries will Close
- 9/10 Sat 8:00 pm - Selections and Alternates List Posted to website
- 9/12 Mon - Start calling alternates for any open spots - You have 6 hours to respond
- 9/13 Tue - Noon ABSOLUTE DEADLINE TO MAKE DOUBLES CHANGES!
- 9/14 Wed 8:00 am - The first Alternate we reach will be offered any open spot
- 9/15 Thu Noon - First Doubles Match Times Posted. Everyone entered in doubles will play Friday except Boys 10s.
- 9/15 Thu 5:00 pm - Stop calling alternates, any open spots will be filled with on-site alternates
- 9/15 Thu 9:00 pm - First Singles Match Times Posted. Singles play will begin Saturday.
- 9/16 Fri 2:00 - Draws Posted to website
- 9/16 Fri 2:00-4:30 pm - Mandatory Check-In at Mobile Tennis Center for Doubles Players
- 9/16 Fri 4:30-10:00 pm - Mandatory Check-In at Mobile Tennis Center for remaining Singles Players
- 9/16 Fri 5:00 pm - Doubles Matches begin, at least two rounds will be played, maybe 3
- 9/16 Fri 6:00-9:00 pm - Dinner will be served for participants and their guests at Mobile Tennis Center
- 9/17 Sat - Practice Courts Open at 6:30 am, Doubles continues at 8:00 am, Singles to follow
- 9/18 Sun - Practice Courts Open at 6:30 am, Play continues at 8:00 am
- 9/19 Mon - Practice Courts Open at 6:30 am, Play continues at 8:00 am at the Mobile Tennis Center
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MEDICAL RELEASE WAIVER
MAKE SURE TO USE THIS FORM - IT WILL SAVE MUCH TIME DURING CHECK IN
Medical Release Forms have to be FULLY completed and signed by the PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN. Parents, please do not send your child without this form completed. Print it now to save time and frustration later. This form has to be completed in order to check in. For those of you who have faxed in the form already, we will note it on the "Tournament Entry Fee Owed Report" as "S" for signed.
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BIRTH CERTIFICATES
All players must have a copy of a Birth Certificate or Green Card on file in the Southern office.
Players should go to this link to see if their name is on file.
If your name does not appear here please fax it to 770-368-9091 or e-mail to howard@sta.usta.com.
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WITHDRAWALS
Withdrawal Prior to Entry Deadline:
Go to the Tournament website and click "EDIT REGISTRATION" on the left side of your screen then "Withdraw". From there you can withdraw. If you do not know your Confirmation #, then click "Locate Confirmation" just below "Withdraw." We cannot withdraw you, you must do this yourself. You will lose the processing fee if you do not withdraw online before registration closes.
Withdrawal After Entry Deadline:
Immediately contact the tournament to withdraw from the tournament. You must fax or email your withdrawal. DO NOT call to withdraw. The email is tennismobile@gmail.com and the fax is (251) 208-5188. There are No refunds.
Defaulting during the tournament:
You must see the trainer and get approval from the Head Referee at the Mobile Tennis Center. Do not tell anyone at the desk and think you have properly defaulted. Unless you speak to the Head Referee in person, it will count as a "No Show." WE WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY WITHDRAWALS OVER THE PHONE!
If the player is not playing because of an injury or illness, the player shall provide written verification of the injury or illness from a medical professional no later than the last scheduled day of the tournament OR a visit with the onsite trainer will suffice.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Due to Alternate notification, Doubles, Time Changes, and Draw Changes, it is imperative for you to add contact information (email and phone) during the online registration process when asked. So a player does not lose out, please help us and yourselves by offering this contact information.
If you did not add your contact information during registration, you can email this information to tennismobile@gmail.com at anytime.
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DOUBLES & FRIDAY
PLEASE CHECK THE DOUBLES COMPETITORS LIST FOR YOUR NAME
If you are supposed to be entered and your name is not present, If you are not supposed to be entered and your name is present, or If you are supposed to be paired with someone specific, email tennismobile@gmail.com
Remember, the Doubles Event is just as important as the Singles Event. If you do not show up for your match, you will be penalized. An excuse like "I did not know my Mom signed me up for Doubles" is not acceptable - LOOK AT THE COMPETIORS LIST, PLEASE. If your name has a small "d" by the age division, you entered doubles at the time of registration.
Last opportunity to sign up for doubles, withdraw from doubles, or add a partner is Tueday 9/13 at NOON. Please note that you are responsible for entering or withdrawing from doubles as well as finding a partner. If you do not have a partner by 9/13 at Noon, we will do our best to assign you one. However, if there is an odd number of entries, there are no guarantees. Any alternates that were selected to play singles, will have to notify me if you want to play doubles.
The sooner you provide us with accurate doubles information, the sooner we can prepare and post the Doubles Draw. Thank you for your cooperation.
DOUBLES PLAY WILL BEGIN FRIDAY 9/16 AT 5:00 pm. At least two rounds will be played on Friday. EVERYONE IN DOUBLES WILLL PLAY FRIDAY NIGHT. Saturday, the Doubles will be played at 8:00 am.
If you enter doubles, you may enter a different age division than your singles.
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ENTRY FEE
Please Check the "Entry Fee Owed Report" when posted to make sure your fee has been paid. There will be several Credit Card Failures and Alternate Entries that will have to pay the entry fee. We will no longer accept checks. YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS ONLY:
1. OVERNIGHT YOUR FEE. MONEY ORDER ONLY - The Fee is $56 Made Payable to MATA, c/o Mobile Tennis Center, 851 Gaillard Drive, Mobile, AL 36608.
2. CALL IN YOUR CREDIT CARD NUMBER. Call the Mobile Tennis Center Pro Shop at (251) 208-5185 only, Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm. Do not call any other phone numbers or email for credit card processing.
Some of you will send in your waivers and it is will be listed on this report. If you have an "S" in the Waiver column, it means I have received your Signed Waiver.
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FACILITY RULES
The Mobile Tennis Center uses conduct rules above and beyond those enforced by the USTA.
Players participating in tournaments at the facilities identified are required to abide by these facility rules of behavior on and off of the court. These rules also apply to parents, coaches, siblings, and other guests of the players.
The list below indicates the Facility Behavior Rules:
- No use of the word "suck" or any form of the word spoken or spelled.
- No use of expressions of frustrations with references to deities (i.e. "Oh My God", "Jesus", "Jesus Christ", "Christ", "God") either spoken or spelled.
- No use of "freaking", "frigging", or "fricking" or variations of such words either spoken or spelled.
- No Smoking anywhere on the premises. Premises includes parking lots, bathrooms, and anywhere within 30 feet of a tennis court.
Verbal rules apply to any langu-age. We have officials on sight that are fluent in many langu-ages.
Anyone found in violation of these rules may be subject to a Code Violation and receive suspension points.
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DRESS CODE
For the Boys:
Any T-shirts worn must be plain or tennis related.
No underwear should be visible above waist band or below hemline.
Shirts must be worn at all times.
Shorts must be worn appropriately above pelvic bones.
Sleeveless shirts are acceptable if made that way - no cutoffs
For the Girls:
Any T-shirts must be plain or tennis related.
Skirts and shorts must be worn appropriately above the pelvic bones.
The bottom of you Shirt must touch the top of your Skirt or Short while standing upright-shoulders back. This means do not roll down your skirts or shorts. Trust us when we tell you that your equipment (skirt or short) is not working properly during play when rolled.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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THE CODE
In matches without an official on court, players are expected to follow The Code.
If you've never read it, please do so.
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FORMAT OF PLAY
All maindraw matches will be best two out of three sets.
All consolation matches will be best two out of three sets with a tiebreaker in leau of the third set. The third set tiebreaker will be a match tiebreak played to ten points with a margin of two points.
The Singles Consolation will be a full feedin consolation through the quarterfinals
There will be a playoff for third and fourth place in the Singles Main Draw.
The Format of Play for Doubles is a 32 Draw, Single Elimination with a 3rd/4th Playoff
The Scoring for Doubles is an 8-game Proset
Schedule of Play (for a 64 Singles Draw and 32 Doubles Draw):
Friday: 2-3 rounds Doubles
Saturday: 1-2 Rounds Doubles, 2 rounds Main Draw, 1 round Consolation
Sunday: 2 rounds Main Draw, 3 rounds Consolation, Doubles TBD
Monday: 2 rounds Main Draw, 3 rounds Consolation
In the event of weather delays: We may use short scoring in the Main Draw in order to stay on schedule. REMEMBER, NOTHING CANCELS UNLESS IT ALL CANCELS.
THE 10S FORMAT FOR SINGLES WILL BE A ROUND ROBIN AND EACH MATCH WILL BE TWO SHORT SETS, REGULAR SCORING -- FIRST TO 4 GAMES BY A MARGIN OF TWO GAMES, WITH A 7 POINT TIEBREAK IF TIED AT 4-4 IN THE SET. A FULL 7 POINT MATCH TIEBREAK WILL BE PLAYED IN LIEU OF A THIRD SET.
DOUBLES WILL BE A ROUND ROBIN AND EACH MATCH WILL BE ONE REGULAR SET, FIRST TO 6 GAMES BY 2 GAMES, REGULAR SCORING, WITH A FULL 7 POINT TIEBREAK IF 6-6 IN THE SET.
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ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- EVERYONE ENTERED IN DOUBLES WILL PLAY FRIDAY NIGHT
- Remember there will be a FULL day of play on Monday - Parents be prepared for your child to do well, this just may be the tournament they make it to the final round of play!
- This is a Southern Level 3 Tournament and an Alabama Level 2 Tournament
- You may enter 2 Singles Divisions, in an effort to get in the higher age group you will only be selected for one age division
- If you enter doubles, you may enter a different age division than your singles.
- The Selection Process DOES include the selection of 1/8 from the Younger Age Group
- Singles Play will start on Saturday
- The Format of Play for Singles is a 64 Draw, Full Feed-In Consolation through the Quarterfinals, with a 3rd/4th Playoff in the Main Draw.
- The Scoring for Main Draw Singles is Best 2 of 3 Sets and the Scoring for Singles Consolation is a Tiebreak in lieu of a third set.
- Doubles will start at 5:00 pm Friday
- The Format of Play for Doubles is a 32 Draw, Single Elimination with a 3rd/4th Playoff
- The Scoring for Doubles is an 8-game Proset
- Mobile is in the Central Time Zone
- Please read all of the information provided on the website. It is a lot to scroll through but will probably answer any questions you might have.
- Email any other questions to tennismobile@gmail.com
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USTA SOUTHERN SEEDING CRITERIA
USTA Southern Level 1, 2 and 3 Tournaments
SINGLES SEEDING CRITERIA: Seeding shall be done using only the results from most recently published USTA Southern Combined Standings Lists of the division in the order in which players appear on the list.
Definition of Most Recently Published USTA Southern Combined Standings Lists:
• Southern Closed Championships (June) Published List on Monday prior to tournament start
• Southern Championships (other than June) Published List at least 8 days prior to tournament start
• Southern Designated Published List at least 8 days prior to tournament start
• Southern Level 3 Published List used for Selections tournament start
In addition to the list, other criteria to consider:
• 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 10 of the most recently published USTA Southern Combined Standings Lists of any younger age division.
• Players with current top 50 USTA National standing, top 100 ITF ranking, top 1000 ATP or WTA rankings should be considered for seeding.
DOUBLES SEEDING CRITERIA
• Teams shall be seeded in the order of their combined standings (e.g., Player A holds the #1 standing and Player B holds the #10 standing. The Team of A & B would have combined standing of 11.) Teams that have the same combined standing shall be seeded in the order of the total number of Ranking points held by each team.
• Players with current top 50 USTA National standing, top 100 ITF ranking, top 1000 ATP or WTA rankings may be considered for seeding.
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LATE ENTRIES
Due to the time constraints, we will not take any late entries. Please register on time.
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REFUND OF ENTRY FEE
If you withdraw before registration closes, your credit card will not be charged.
If you withdraw after registration closes, you will not receive a refund.
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MANDATORY TOURNAMENT CHECK IN
Mandatory means just that. We are staying until 10:00 pm for your convenience. We feel strongly that you should be able to make it by that time, for no other reason than your children need proper rest.
For those of you that "just can't make it by that time" need to do the following:
1. Make sure your entry fee has been paid by Friday night - check the Tournament Entry Fee Report
2. Fax in your Medical Release Waiver WITH CELL PHONE NUMBER AND HOTEL INFO to 251/208-5188
3. Show up 30 minutes before your match time if you are playing at the Mobile Tennis Center. If you are playing at another site, you will have to check in at the Mobile Tennis Center before you go to the other site. 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. Those of you playing 8:00 am matches at the Mobile Tennis Center will need to be on your assigned court at 7:45. Make sure you allow yourself plenty of time.
On Saturday we will only have one person checking in players for the tournament (those that did not come the night before). Obviously this is not enough to check in everyone 30 minutes before their matchtimes. If you are not on your court by your assigned match time, you will be penalized. Because you did not check-in the night before, is no excuse for being late for your match. We cannot predict if there will be 5 people or 50 people waiting to check in when you do. You cannot play your match until you have checked in for the tournament. If there is a line that 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. We will be here until 10:00 pm on Friday. Remember that Eastern Time Zone people will gain an hour.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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MATCH CHECK IN PROCEDURES
RULE FOR MATCH CHECK IN:
Regulation IV.A.2 now states "The referee may penalize a player who is on site for lateness if a court is available and the player has failed to check in at the tournament desk by the scheduled match time."
THIS MEANS, IF THERE IS 1 OPEN COURT AT 10:00 AND THERE ARE 3 MATCHES TO PUT ON THE REFEREE WILL START THE CLOCK FOR LATENESS FOR ANYONE WHO HAS NOT CHECKED IN FOR 10:00 - EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE NOT ENOUGH COURTS FOR ALL 3 MATCHES.
1. The first matches of each day will report directly to the court at 7:45, and balls will be on the court. Matches should begin promptly at 8:00 a.m..
2. For all matches after 8:00, please get in a single-file line at the tournament desk at least 15 minutes before your scheduled match time. Do not wait until 9:59 to check in for 10:00. Please go to the bathroom, fill your water bottle, etc. before you check in.
3. Once you have checked in, please stay near the tournament desk until we tell you the court assignment. You must be where you can hear us call your name after you check in.
4. We will be watching the clock for lateness. Please do not ask us if your opponent has checked in - you have other things to think about. The staff and the Referee will take care of lateness issues, you need only worry about your own timeliness.
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ALTERNATES
CONTACT INFORMATION
It is your responsibility to notify me of your most current contact information. I will call the phone numbers given by TennisLink to notify you of the opportunity to enter. I will not try to contact you by the email address given by TennisLink this has proven to be unsuccessful. I will only communicate with you by email if you first contact me. Please email to tennismobile@gmail.com or fax to (251) 208-5188 your contact info.
ORDERED ALTERNATES REPORT
This is the order alternates will replace any withdrawals (This report will be posted after selections.)
POINT OF NO RETURN
It is your duty to notify us if you have reached the "point of no return" for travelling. We understand that some of you may not be able to come at a moments notice if a spot opens. Please be courteous and withdraw from the alternates list if you know you cannot travel. I have to contact alternates in order, even though it may be the night before the tournament and you are in Kentucky. We cannot know someones intent until you tell us. As long as you are on the Alternates by Event Report, YOU are telling us you can still attend.
ON-SITE ALTERNATES
Please email tennismobile@gmail.com if you plan to be an on-site alternate. On-site alternates need to check in during registration hours. If there is more than one on-site alternate, we will follow the ordered alternates report when filling an open spot.
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SITES
All matches played at the Mobile Tennis Center
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PRACTICE COURTS/WARMUPS
Friday - Mobile Tennis Center 60 courts available until 4:45 pm and 4 courts available all night. Cottage Hill Tennis Center 10 courts available 5:00-8:00 pm
Saturday - All 60 Courts at Mobile Tennis Center open at 6:30 am until 7:45 am. 4 Courts available all day.
Sunday - All 60 Courts at Mobile Tennis Center open at 6:30 am until 7:45 am. 4 Courts available all day.
Monday - All 60 Courts at Mobile Tennis Center open at 6:30 am until 7:45 am. 16 Courts available all day.
Lyons Park Tennis Center (5 courts) will be available for practice at no charge and will open at 7:00 am. There will be no pros at this site and you need to bring your own balls.
Pro Warmups: You may contact the following Pros to schedule a lesson. They will be available on Friday only. The cost is $40 for an hour and $20 for a half hour. You must may by credit card or cash in the Pro Shop prior to your lesson. You will be given a receipt to show the pro. If you need a hitting pro, you can contact directly Andy Pinkus (251) 533-5839.
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TRAINER
There will be a trainer on site at the Mobile Tennis Center during matches. By law, trainers are not allowed to distribute any medicine, even to adults. Please bring your own Tylenol, Advil, Sinus Medicine, etc.
Plan on HOT temperatures and start hydrating now.
If you have an injury or illness, we strongly suggest that you see the trainer. If you need to withdraw due to injury or illness, the process will be much smoother if we have confirmation from the trainer. Without confirmation, you may incur suspension points for leaving. Remember you must withdraw in person to the Head Referee.
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PRO SHOP
We do have a Fully Stocked Pro Shop at the Mobile Tennis Center. The tournament discount is 20% off regular priced clothing, shoes, racquets, and bags and 10% off sale merchandise.
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STRINGER
There will be two Experienced Stringers at the Mobile Tennis Center during the tournament. Cost with your own string is $15. We also have a large string inventory if you do not have your own.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
YOUR GAME FACE
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VIDEOS FROM HIGH-TECH TENNIS
HIGH TECH TENNIS VIDEOS
For the 4th consecutive year, HIGH-TECH TENNIS will be onsite for the ENTIRE tournament to offer their very popular Match Play and College Recruit Videos, as well as their newest services: Match Highlights ONLINE and Same Day Service (when possible). They’ve also scheduled a Recruit Video Day-AL to accommodate additional recruits who might not otherwise have access to their services--so be sure to find out more about what’s NEW at HIGH-TECH TENNIS! Danny and Julie provide a wonderful video service to tournament players and they always add value AND fun to the tournament experience for players, parents, and coaches alike. It’s time for you to find out what so many of the top players already know: VIDEO WORKS! Please visit www.high-techtennis.com for more info, including samples, and contact Danny or Julie Thiets (video@high-techtennis.com or 678.640.2723) to reserve your match time. They have TEN digital camcorders and their services are very popular…FIRST COME/FIRST SERVED…
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TOURNAMENT BALL
Pro Penn is the Official Tournament Ball and are available for sale in the Pro Shop.
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VISIT MOBILE
For Area Maps and Attractions, Click Here:
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MOBILE REGIONAL AIRPT
Click below for the Mobile Regional Airport Website.
Gulfport, MS and Pensacola, FL have airports within an hour from Mobile. New Orleans is about 3 hours from Mobile.
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NATIONAL CAR RENTAL
National Car Rental 1-877-222-9058
Please use Code: XZ55080
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HOTELS
Ask for Special Tennis Rate for the Alabama Open Tennis Tournament
Please try to stay at a Tournament Hotel. The following hotels support the tournaments which enable us to provide more for the participants.
Please Note:
1. Get a confirmation number for your reservation.
2. Book Early.
3. If you have to cancel, do so within 72 hours of arrival date so you will not be charged.
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HILTON GARDEN INN
828 West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
Reservations: (877) 573-7206
Sales Office: (251) 544-6009
Rate: $109 including Full Cook to Order Breakfast for two guests ($5 each additional guest)
Ask for the “Mobile Tennis Center Rate”/No cut-off date/Last room availability
Only 3.0 miles from Mobile Tennis Center. Rate includes Full Cook to Order Breakfast. Full Service Restaurant, Lounge and Room Service, 24 hour Pantry, Microwave and Refrigerator in every room, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Precor Certified Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool and Spa.
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MOBILE MARRIOTT
3101 AIRPORT BOULEVARD
MOBILE, AL 36606
Phone: (251) 476-6400
Rate: $89
Room Block and Discounted Rate are Released 2 Weeks prior to tournament
For Driving Directions click here:
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LAQUINTA INN & SUITES
**OPENED OCTOBER 2008**
1570 Motel Court
Mobile, AL 36619
Phone: (251) 661-9978
Phone: (251) 338-8907
Rate: $79
Room Block and Discounted Rate are released 2 weeks prior to tournament
Only 12 minutes from Tennis Center via I-10 E to I-65 N, Full Complimentary Continental Breakfast
Microwaves/ Refrigerators in all rooms, Hi speed internet in all rooms, 24 hr. business center and fitness center, Outdoor pool with Jacuzzi
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HAMPTON INN - Prov.
525 Providence Park Drive East
Mobile, Alabama 36695
251/776-5866 Phone
251/776-5887 Fax
Rate $99 per night
Shuttle to Mobile Tennis Center
Room Block and Discounted Rate are Released 2 Weeks prior to tournament
For Driving Directions click here:
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HOMEWOOD SUITES
530 Providence Park Drive East
Mobile, AL 36695
Phoned: (251) 634-8664
Fax: (251) 634-8695
1 Bedroom Suite with 1 King Bed and Full-Size Sleeper Sofa $99
1 Bedroom Suite with 2 Double Beds and Full-Size Sleeper Sofa $109
2 Bedroom Suite with 1 King, 2 Doubles, and Full-Size Sleeper Sofa $179
Shuttle to mobile tennis center
Room Block Released 2 weeks prior to tournament
For driving directions click here:
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WINGATE BY WYNDHAM
Springhill Avenue & I-65
516 Springhill Plaza Ct
Mobile, AL 36608 US
Rate: $85
Phone: 251-441-1979
Fax: 251-441-1978
Closest to Mobile Tennis Center
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COURTYARD MARRIOTT
1000 South Beltline Highway
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 344-5200
Rate: Double and King $99.00
Click here for Hotel
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FAIRFIELD INN
950-A West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 316-0029
Rate: Double and King $89.00
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RESIDENCE INN
950 West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 304-0570
Rate: Studio & One-Room Suite $104
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HAMPTON INN I-65
1028 West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 343-4007
Rate: Double and King $99.00
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TOWNE PLACE SUITES
1075 Montlimar Drive
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 345-9588
Rate: Studio Suite $99.00 & Two Room Suite $119.00
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DRURY INN
824 West I-65 Service Road South
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 344-7700
Rate: Double and King $79.99
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This is an Alabama Level 2 event and a Southern Level 3 event.
Players will be selected based on STA guidelines for STA level 3
events.
Players are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.
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