Rain Friday night
Friday matches will be moved to Overland Park Racquet Club. All 3 pm - 4:30 pm matches report in at 8:30 pm at OPRC. All 5 pm and 6 pm matches report in at 9:30 pm. There is $5 per player per match cash fee. Please bring to the tournament desk when checking in for your match.
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General Tournament Info
This tournament is USTA sanctioned and is a Category 2 National ranking tournament. ... As this is a Category 2 tournament, the 3rd/4th playoff is REQUIRED in all divisions. ... The tournament will be held on 14 outdoor hard courts. An additional fee will apply if matches are moved indoors due to inclement weather.... Practice courts are available at no charge all day on Friday 'til play begins. Courts will not be available after that time, except off site. ... Must have 3 players to hold any event...Players may enter ONE singles, ONE doubles and ONE mixed. ... Scoring format for round robins will be 2 sets and a tie-break to 10 for the third set.
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New in 2011
This event will now also feature 0s age division events
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Consolation
First match consolation will be offered for all players in singles & doubles - weather permitting. ...Format will be 2 sets and a tie-break to 10 for the third set... We will be using optional consolation, and players must notify the tournament desk if you are planning to play consolation. ... In a few cases, if there is match overflow, they will be moved to Loose Park or a 2nd site ... There will not be playoffs for losers in QF of large singles draws. ... Consolation times on the draw sheets posted are approximate.
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Withdrawal Policy
Any withdrawals (regardless of reason) after the entry deadline will not be refunded. Sorry.
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Host Hotel
Q HOTEL AND SPA - (816) 931-0001 - Single or Double Room - $89 per night Player rate based on double occupancy. ... Enjoy a one hour Swedish or Deep Tissue Massage by appointment for only $70 + Gratuity. Athletes can enjoy a special Sports Massage rate/times upon request. ... All rooms include hot breakfast w/made-to-order omelets and Belgian waffles, free wi-fi throughout the hotel, managers reception w/two free cocktails per adult, and shuttle transportation anywhere within 3 miles. Call for availability. ... NOTE: If you book through the hotel directly, you’re a VIP! Tell them the VIP Code #7049 to make sure they know you’re with The Plaza Tennis Center
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Friday Start Date - Monday Finish
Singles play will begin not before noon Friday. Play may begin later in a number of doubles divisions, but most singles will probably be before 5 p.m. due to increasing # of entries each year. ... If needed, the event will have a Monday finish.
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Country Club Plaza
The tournament site is located next to the world famous Country Club Plaza shopping area, the midwest's oldest outdoor shopping district. Enjoy the Spanish style architecture and retail & museums. more info
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General Tournament Info (2)
PRINCE will be the official ball of the tournament. ... Regular 12-point tiebreak (switch at 6) will be used. ... Locker rooms/showers available on site. ... Parking located around center, and across street in Plaza parking garages (Free). ... There is no social event during tournament - many delicious restaurants within walking distance. ...
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Tournament Chair / On-Site Director
Scott Hanover is the Tournament Organizer and contact prior to the event for all set-up details, etc. ... Pat Sibenaller will be on the on-site coordinator as I will be out of town during 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 Friday, August 26, 2011 11:59:00 PM Central Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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