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Tournament Reports
FIRST MATCH TIMES in Alphabetical order
Girls 12s needing partners 7/6
Girls 14s needing partners 7/6
Boys 12s needing partners 7/6
Boys 14s needing partners 7/6
Girls 12s doubles as of 7/6
Girls 14s doubles teams as of 7/6
Boys 12 doubles team as of 7/6
Boys 14s Doubles teams as of 7/6
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THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR PLAYING THIS YEAR!!!!
We had a GREAT time with everyone this year!! We hope to see everyone again soon!!! Be safe going home!!
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DAILY SCHEDULE(REVISED)
• Friday 6:00-7:30pm - Courtesy Early Check-in (Rome Floyd Tennis Center).
• Saturday 6:30am - Check-in Desk opens at Rome Floyd
• Saturday 8:00am - Singles play begins at all sites.
*Saturday 11:00am - Doubles registration closes.
•All BG12-14 events will play 2 rounds of singles on Saturday.
• Saturday - Doubles Play begins after singles, not before 4:00pm.
• Sunday and Monday 8:00am - Doubles play begins the day.
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Medical Release Form
As you already know, everyone must have a signed medical release form at check-in on Saturday. You can print one from the Internet or just fill one out when you check in. DON'T MAIL, or fax, the release to us. To print a form, click "more info".
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IMPORTANT DOUBLES INFORMATION -
Doubles registration will remain open until Saturday July 7 until 11am. We understand how tough it is to find a partner, so we will give everyone the oppurtunity to meet someone at check in. If you find a doubles partner at the tournament, you both must come see me. If you do not get a partner, and you want to be paired with someone randomly, please let me know at check in time.
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USE FACEBOOK TO HELP FIND A DOUBLES PARTNER
We have setup a facebook page for this tournament to assist you in finding a doubles partner. Please DO NOT post phone numbers or email addresses on this page. They will be deleted. Click on "more info" to go to the page.
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SINGLES DRAWS ARE 64 PLAYERS AND DOUBLES DRAWS ARE 32 TEAMS
Singles is a full feed-in consolation. Doubles is single elimination. The entry fee includes singles and doubles.
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SCORING FORMAT
12 & UNDER SINGLES DIVISIONS will be 2 out of 3 sets with a 10 point match tiebreak used instead of a 3rd set in main draw and consolation draw matches.
14 & UNDER SINGLES DIVISIONS will be 2 out of 3 full sets for main draw matches. Consolation matches will be 2 out of 3 sets with a 10 point match tiebreak used instead of a 3rd set.
ALL DOUBLES will be 8 game pro sets with a 10 point match tiebreak at 8 games all.
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Rest periods between singles matches
The following heat policy will be implemented: When players are scheduled to play 2 singles matches in one day, they will be offered a rest period equal to the length of their first match (up to 3 hours). They will be offered a minimum of 2 hours rest regardless of first match length. This rest period guideline does not apply to doubles.
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3-Minute Coaching Break
In matches playing a match tiebreak in lieu of a third set there will be a 3-minute coaching break between the end of the second set and the match-deciding tiebreak. This 3-minute break is treated the same as the 2-minute set break between first and second sets, except that players may receive coaching on the court.Players may not leave the court. unless requesting a toilet break. The toilet break will be taken after the 3-minute coaching break. No coaching is allowed during the toilet break for either player.
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Electronic Devices Prohibited on court
Players may not use electronic devises on court that are designed for communication (cell phones, pda's, etc.) or data storage/display (pocket notebook, rolodex, word processor, etc.). Use of these devices (except during the 3-minute coaching break between the second set and a match-deciding tiebreak) will result in immediate code violation for unsportsmanlike conduct. (A device that is in the "ON" mode constitutes use.) Notes and printed material brought on court for reference with a player are permitted.
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Advance Rehabilitation
Advance Rehabilitation will be providing a Certified Athletic Trainer for the tournament. The athletic trainer will be available 30 min prior to the start of play each until the end of the day for taping, injury treatment, injury evaluation, and assist with searching further medical treatment if needed. The athletic trainer will be stationed at Rome Floyd Tennis Center. For more information about Advance Rehabilitation click "more info."
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WITHDRAWALS MUST BE IN WRITING
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WITHDRAWING AFTER THE TOURNAMENT DEADLINE
There will be no refunds for any players withdrawing after the entry deadline. The reason(s) for withdrawal must be in writing and sent by email to doddsports@hotmail.com by the last day of the tournament in order to avoid suspension points for withdrawing without a legitimate cause. The Referee of the tournament will determine whether or not withdrawals are legitimate. Medical withdrawals MUST have cause in writing submitted by a Medical Professional.
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TOURNAMENT HOST HOTELS
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COMFORT SUITES OF ROME
call direct at (706) 232-6055 We have 64 suites in our hotel, with a deluxe hot and cold breakfast from 6:00am to 10:00am to get your morning started. An indoor pool with hot tub to help relax with your busy day. A fitness area so that you can always feel your best. 32" flat screen TV in every room with microwave, fridge, and sofa. We have on-site laundry and Dry cleaning, cable plus HBO. Irons, ironing boards and hair dryers in every room. We have a suite shop where we sell drinks, snacks, and other personal needs. A WONDERFUL staff ready and willing to help with your every need. We are 100% non-smoking and pet free, we have USA Today free Monday- Friday offered at the front desk. We have great promotions going on right now when you sign up to be a CHOICE PRIVILEGE member today! ASK FOR THE TENNIS RATE!
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HAMPTON INN OF ROME
Call direct at 706-232-9551 We have 64 rooms in our hotel, with a deluxe hot and cold breakfast to help you get on the go! That starts at 6:00am to 10:00am we also have on the run breakfast bags if you are in a hurry. We always have fresh coffee and tea in the lobby 24hrs. New cloud nine bedding, Free wireless Internet, USA Today Mon-Fri available, Dry cleaning, on-site guest laundry, microwave and fridge in all rooms, Cable plus HBO, Coffee pot, iron, ironing board and hair dryer in every room. We also have King Deluxe rooms available as well. A Great staff ready willing to help with your every need 24 hrs. Sign up for our Hilton Honors when you check in and start earning your rewards today! ASK FOR THE TENNIS RATE!
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LAQUINTA INN & SUITES
• Standard Guest Room: (1 King or 2 Queen Beds) $89.99
• King Suite (1 King with Pull out Sofa Bed) $109.99
• Family Suite (2 Queen Beds with Pull Out sofa Bed) $129.99
• All Rooms have Fridge, Microwave, Coffee Maker and 32” Flat screen T.V.
• Earn Points or Airline Miles With each Stay
• Fitness Center, Business Center, Onsite Guest Laundry, Pool & Spa
• Free High-speed Wired/Wireless Internet
• Complimentary Hot Breakfast
• Cancellation Policy: Cancel 4 P.M Day before Arrival to avoid one night room charge.
Call 706-291-1034 and Ask for the tennis rate!
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DIRECTIONS
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Directions to Rome Floyd Tennis Center from I-75 Exit # 290
•301 West 3rd Street, Rome, GA
• Go west (left if you are coming from Atlanta) on GA Hwy 20.
• Eventually, GA Hwy 20 will merge into US Hwy 411 Follow 411 into Rome.
•As you enter Rome, you pass a Ford dealership on the Right,
• Go past the Dean Ave. Exit and immediately take a RIGHT at the next exit onto US 27 North (the exit will be marked "Rome").
• Go 2.3 miles to the 5th traffic light (Checkers on the corner - Hurry...16 oz. Milkshakes 99 cents!)
• Turn LEFT onto Broad Street and go 0.3 mile to the 4th traffic light at 5th Avenue (El Zarape on the corner)
•Turn RIGHT and go 0.2 mile to the 3rd traffic light at W. 3rd Street
•Turn LEFT on W. 3rd Street.
• Rome Floyd Tennis Center will be 0.2 mile on the RIGHT.
•Total distance from US 411 - 3.0 miles
•For a map click "more info".
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Alternate Directions to Rome from Atlanta and points south of I-20
•From downtown Atlanta take I-20 west to Thornton Road (north, i.e. turn right)
•From Atlanta Airport take Camp Creek Parkway. (west, the only way it goes)
• From I-285 southwest of Atlanta take Camp Creek Parkway (west, left if going north on I-285). (After you cross I-20 (Camp Creek is called Thornton Road)
•Stay on Thornton Road approximately 35 miles to Rockmart. This road will change names several times (various peoples’ names, but is mostly US Hwy 278.
•As you approach Rockmart, there will be a Sonic Drive-In on the right.
•At the traffic light just past Sonic, turn right on GA 101.
• Stay on GA 101 approximately 18 miles to Rome.
•After you cross US Hwy 411, go 1/2 mile to the first traffic light.
•Turn left and immediately to the right and stay on Hwy 101.
•Go 1.6 miles to W.3rd St. (1st light past Broad Street.)
•Turn right on W. 3rd St. Tennis center is on the left.
•For a map click "more info".
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Directions from I-75 southbound from Tennessee
•Take Exit 312 (GA 53 West)
•Turn RIGHT on GA HWY 53 West
•Go Approximately 22.7 miles to intersection with Broad Street (GA Hwy 293) in Rome (first traffic light past N. Broad Baptist Church)
•Turn RIGHT onto Broad Street
• Go 0.5 mile on Broad Street
• Turn RIGHT onto 5th Avenue (El Zarape on the corner)
•Go 0.3 mile to 3rd traffic light
•Turn LEFT on W. 3rd Street
•Rome Floyd Tennis Center is 0.2 mile on Right.
•For a map click "more info".
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Satellite Sites/Practice Sites
The distance from the main site is between 2.75 miles and 5.4 miles. Directions to all sites will be available at check-in at Rome Tennis Center. Directions to some of the sites are below.
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Directions to Alto Park (ALT)
•Turn RIGHT out of tennis center onto W. 3rd St. Go 0.1 mile to dead end.
•Turn RIGHT.
•Go approximately 0.4 mile to 1st traffic light.
•Turn LEFT onto Shorter Avenue (GA Hwy 20).
•Go a little more than 2 miles to 1st traffic light past DAIRY QUEEN (on Left).
•Turn LEFT on Burnett Ferry Road. (The park is on this road, all appearances to the contrary.)
•Go approximately 2.7 miles to Alto Park.
•Turn RIGHT into Alto Park and follow driveway (it sort of turns to the right.)
• TOTAL DISTANCE ~ 5.4 miles (1014 Burnett Ferry Rd SW, Rome, GA )
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Directions to Etowah Park (ETO) from Rome Floyd TC
•Turn LEFT out of tennis center onto W. 3rd.
•Go 0.2 mile to dead end.
•Turn RIGHT Go approximately 0.3 mile to 3rd traffic light.
•Turn LEFT onto Broad Street.
• Go approximately 0.5 on Broad Street.
• Continue STRAIGHT ahead on Martin Luther King (changes name to Kingston Road) for approximately 1.7 mile.
• Etowah Park is on LEFT
•Look for sign that says "GOLF Driving Range." (It is easier to see than the Etowah Park sign.)
• TOTAL DISTANCE ~ 2.75 miles (1325 Kingston Rd NE, Rome, GA
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Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Thursday, June 14, 2012 11:59:00 AM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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