USTA Winter National Championships

Alternates By Event
Players By Event

B18 - Michael Redlicki, Hawthorn Woods, IL

G18 - Kourtney Keegan, Roswell, GA

B16 - Aaron Revzin, Needham, MA

G16 - Alexandria Najarian, Bloomfield Hills, MI

Scholarship For Athletes...

Scholarship For Athletes will be around all day and they are still available to meet with families today. Please contact Ross Greenstein at (858) 200-5090 or Tanja Markovic at (818) 251-6948 if you would like to setup a private meeting.

All College and Junior Coaches are invited to attend a Reception on Monday, December 27th, 7:00pm, at the Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe, hosted by the USTA Player Development. Coaches attending will receive a Coaches Recruiting Folder. If you are a coach and plan to attend please email Sally Grabham, BoilerSal@cox.net, and include your name, email and cell phone number.

Patrick McEnroe, General Manager of USTA Player Development, has said that “Ninety-nine percent of junior players should aspire to play collegiate varsity tennis. Only the truly exceptional should be planning to proceed directly from the ranks of junior tennis to the world of professional tennis.”

One of the most important, and often difficult, decisions that top ranked junior tennis players have to make (in consultation with their parents and coaches) is whether to go to college or whether to “turn pro.” The purpose of this presentation is to provide real data that will assist players and their support teams, while pondering the future, and enable them together to make informed decisions. We will cover information addressing financial, personal, educational, and professional development perspectives that should be considered when making the very important decision as to whether the young athlete should choose to attend college or turn professional. The following materials will be presented:

(1) The USTA player development pathway
(2) The monetary value of a college tennis scholarship
(3) Annual costs for playing the professional tour at a highly competitive level
(4) ATP and WTA rankings (earnings) needed to break even financially playing professional tennis
(5) What you can make as professional tennis player at the progressive levels
(6) Sample case studies of professional careers – including career earnings
(7) The average age of tour professionals – broken down thru top 500
(8) Career progressions of playing records in the developmental pathway including the average number of years it takes to become top 100 and the “life expectancy on the pro tour”
(9) Examples of “signing deals” with agents should you decide to turn pro
(10) USTA Collegiate Varsity Committee’s Summary and Conclusions

We have created a Facebook page to assist players in finding doubles partners, warm-up partners, updated tournament information, and to make communication with other players easier. Click on the following which will direct you to the Facebook page, sign in, become a fan, post comments, check out pictures from the 2009 tournament and enjoy! more info

Professional action photos will be available at the Winter Nationals this year. David Kenas Photography will be on-site all week for those who are interested in having pictures taken during match play. To sign up, please visit David’s booth during the player registration and fill out a form to provide your match site/time and contact info. There will be a $10 fee payable with the sign up form. The $10 will be refunded when you place an order. If you have any questions, please contact David directly at 732-616-7333 or david@dkshots.com. You can view examples of his work at his website, www.dkshots.com.

The USTA PLAYER DEVELOPMENT will be holding a 10u Camp during the Winter Nationals on December 30, at Scottsdale Ranch Park. Come out and watch the QuickStart Exhibition Tournament scheduled 2 - 4 pm.

Dave Critchley, Director of The Players Academy, will be holding Player Clinics before, during, and after the Winter Nationals. Dave, a former member of the Arizona State University tennis team, and Pro Circuit player, currently works with elite juniors and college players.

Player Clinic: The emphasis will be on live ball drills and lots of points allow players to prepare for tournament play. There will also be some doubles drills, situational drilling and some footwork drills.

Two Clinics daily: 9-11am and 2-4pm --- Dec 20, 21, 22, 23
One Clinic on Dec 24 --- 9-11am
No Clinics on Dec 25
Two Clinics daily: 9-11am and 2-4pm --- Dec 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, and Jan 1 - 30
Cost: $40 individual clinic or $60 for both

Contact info: to register for a clinic please call or email Dave at theplayersacademy@yahoo.com (480) 570-8818

Special Suns Experience for USTA Winter National Championship Participants, Family & Friends. While you’re in Phoenix for the USTA Winter National Championships, come by the US Airways Center and enjoy the excitement of Phoenix Suns Basketball! For any (or all) of the games below, we invite members of your group to come into the arena 30 minutes prior to the general public for an exclusive viewing of both teams warming-up from the first 5 rows of the arena! You will need to meet on the Bud Light Paseo at 5:00pm the day of the game in order to be part of the early entry, located on the east side of the arena. Everyone in the group will also get a free Suns player jersey bag!

Two Games Available: 12/29 vs. Philadelphia 76ers 7:00PM Tip-off

12/31 vs. Detroit Pistons 7:00PM Tip-off

Various Upper and Lower Level Seats are available. All tickets are discounted group tickets and do not have any additional fees associated with the purchase.

If you receive the message “You’ve reached your ticket limit” it means that seats in that particular section have sold out. Please check other prices and/or other games for availability.

Please contact Dave Segal at 602-379-7593 or dsegal@suns.com.

TO ACCESS THIS OFFER, USE THE SPECIAL OFFER CODE: USTA

TO ORDER (4 Simple Steps)
1. You will be given the best seats available in the price category of your choice. Copy and paste this link into your web browser: http://tinyurl.com/PHXTENNIS
2. Enter ONLY the password USTA and click verify.
3. Create an account by providing your full name and e-mail address. You'll be able to use this account every time you take advantage of this offer.
4. You will receive a file attachment via e-mail that contains your tickets. open the attachment and simply print the file. These print outs will be your tickets for that game.

If you do not receive your tickets within 30 minutes or are having difficulty with the Ticketmaster program, please email dsegal@suns.com or call 602-379-7593.

Tournament ID: 759360110

Events: USTA Winter National Championships – B&G 16s & 18s

Singles: Draw of 128 with Feed-In Championship
Doubles: Draw of 64

Entry Fee: $95.00 - includes singles and/or doubles, does not include a non-refundable processing fee charged at the time of online entry.

Singles Entry Deadline: Online Registration Begins – October 21, 2010 Online Registration Closes – December 2, 2010, 12:00 noon EST.

Doubles Entry Deadline: Entries accepted between 12 Noon to 5:00 pm on December 26th at the Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe.

Time/Place of Singles Draw: The singles draw will be held at the USTA Central Arizona Office December 20th at 9:00 am.

Time/Place of Doubles Draw: The doubles draw will be made at the Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe after registration at approximately 10:00 pm. Doubles play will not start until after singles on December 28th.

Seeding Method: The Computerized List Method of seeding will be used for the tournament. Refer to Table 16 in 2010 Friend at Court for the seeding criteria.

Match Formats: All matches will be the best of 3 Tiebreak sets. A 7-point Set Tiebreak will be used in all sets tied at 6 all.

Tournament Format: Singles FIC will feed in losers through the quarterfinals there will be a playoff for 3rd and 4th place in Singles & Doubles play in the FIC and playoff matches is mandatory.

National Ranking Level: This USTA National Championship is a National Level 1 Ranking Tournament.

Tournament Ball: Wilson Racquet Sports is providing the official ball, the Wilson Championship Extra Duty. Three balls will be used and for all matches and players will receive new balls for all third sets.

Girls 16 Site, Hotel, Turn. Office & Registration

Hotel: Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe, 1600 S. 52nd Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281, $79.00 per night – single/double. Rates include full hot breakfast buffet. Reservations must be made by December 14, 2010. Call the hotel directly at (480) 293-9080, ask to speak with Jason, and mention you are with the USTA Winter National Championships tennis tournament to receive this discounted rate.

Site: Kiwanis Recreation Center, 6111 S. All American Way, Tempe, 480-350-5201.

Alternate Site: Chandler Tennis Center, 2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler, 480-782-2650.

Stringer Availability:
Kiwanis Recreation Center: Stringer will be on site during business hours. The charge is $20/racquet for players providing string. An assortment of string is available at the pro shop if needed.

Chandler Tennis Center: Stringer will be on site during business hours. The charge is $20/racquet for players providing string. An assortment of string will be available.

Site Practice Court Availability:
Kiwanis Recreation Center: Closed December 24 & 25. Open December 26th from 9:00 am until 6:00 pm. Courts can be reserved in advance for $12/hour. During and prior to tournament play limited practice courts will be available for advance reservations. Contact Larry Funk at 480-350-5721 or email Larry_Funk@tempe.gov for advance court reservations. Hitting pros are also available. During tournament play, practice courts will be available on site on a limited basis.
Chandler Tennis Center: Open December 24th 8:00am until 3:00pm closed December 25th open December 26th 12:00pm until 5:00pm. Courts can be reserved 48 hrs in advance by calling (480) 782-2650. Fees range from $4.00-$5.00 per court for day/night, for 1-1/2 hours. Call for information on hitting pros. During tournament play, practice courts will be available on site.

Additional Practice Courts: Unless indicated by an asterisk, all facilities are city parks/schools open to the public everyday, including Christmas Day, and courts are available to the general public on a first come, first served basis. No individual reservations are accepted or required.

City of Tempe
Corona Del Sol High School, 8 courts - lit, 1001 E. Knox Road, East of Rural between Warner & Ray Roads.
Marcos De Niza High School, 8 courts - lit, 6000 S. Lakeshore Drive, North of Guadalupe between Rural & McClintock Rds.
McClintock High School, 8 courts - lit, 1830 E. Del Rio Drive, East of McClintock, north of Southern Ave.
Tempe High School, 8 courts - lit, 1730 S. Mill Ave., At East Broadway Road. more info more info

Hotel: La Quinta Inn and Suites-Scottsdale, 8888 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, Arizona 85260 $76.50 per night - single/double.Rates include Complimentary Extended Continental Breakfast and Complimentary In Room High Speed Internet Access. Reservations must be made by December 12, 2010, by calling toll free 800-531-5900 or directly 480-614-5300. Mention the USTA Winter National Championships for the discounted rate, but to receive the special rate you cannot book online and must call for the reservations.

Site: Scottsdale Ranch Park, 10400 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, 480-312-7774.

Alternate Site: The Racquet Club at Scottsdale Ranch, 9707 E. Mountain View Road, Scottsdale.

Stringer Availability:
Scottsdale Ranch Park: All About Tennis will be providing the stringing services on site.
The Racquet Club at Scottsdale Ranch: Stringers will not be available onsite, please use stringer services at Scottsdale Ranch Park.

Site Practice Court Availability:
Scottsdale Ranch Park: Dec. 24th, open 9:00am – 5:00pm. Closed Christmas Day, open Dec. 26th 9:00am – 9:00pm. Courts can be reserved 24 hrs in advance by calling (480) 312-7774. For courts on the 26th, call on Dec. 24th. Fees range from $4.00-$8.00/court for day use and $8.00-$12.00 for evening use for 1-1/2 hours. Call for information on hitting pros. During tournament play, practice courts will not be available on site.

NO PRACTICE COURTS AVAILABLE AT THE RACQUET CLUB PRIOR TO THE TOURNAMNET.

Additional Practice Courts: Unless indicated by an asterisk, all facilities are city parks/schools open to the public every day, including Christmas Day, and courts are available to the general public on a first come, first served basis. No individual reservations are accepted or required.

City of Scottsdale
Aztec Park, 2 courts - lit, 13636 N. 100th Street, 100th Street & Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd.
Chesnutt Park, 2 courts - lit, 4565 N. Granite Reef, Northeast of Camelback and Granite Reef.
Cholla Park, 2 courts - lit, 11320 E. Via Linda, Northwest of Frank Lloyd Wright & Via Linda.
Comanche Park, 2 courts - lit, 7639 Paseo Del Norte, 1/2 mile north of McCormick Prky and Paseo Del Norte.
Grayhawk Neighborhood Park, 2 courts - lit, 20726 N. 76th Street, Southwest of 76th Street and Grayhawk Drive
Horizon Park & Community Center, 2 courts - lit, 15444 N. 100th Street, Frank Lloyd Wright and 100th Street.
Indian School Park & Tennis Center*, 13 courts - lit, 4289 N. Hayden Road, Northeast of Hayden and Indian School. (480) 312-2740 *Closed on Christmas day, minimal charge for courts, call for hours of operation and court reservations.
Ironwood Park, 1 court - lit, 18650 N. 94th Street, Northwest of 94th Street and Union Hills.
Mountain View Park & Community Center, 2 courts - lit, 8625 E. Mountain View, East of Hayden on Mountain View.
Northsight Park, 2 courts - lit, 8400 E. Thunderbird Road, Northeast of Thunderbird and 84th Street.
Paiute Park, 2 courts - lit, 3210 N. 66th Street, South of Osborn on 66th Street.
Rio Montana Park, 2 courts - lit, 11180 N. 132nd Street, Southwest of Via Linda and 130th Street.
Sonoran Hills Park, 1 court - lit, 7625 E. Williams Road, South of Pinnacle Peak Rd, East of Scottsdale Rd.
Thunderbird Park, 2 courts - lit, 9170 E. Thunderbird Road, Northwest of 92nd Street and Thunderbird.
Scottsdale Community College, 8 courts - lit, 9000 E. Chaparral Road, East of the 101 – Pima Freeway.
Desert Mountain High School, 8 courts - no lights, 12575 E. Via Linda, East of 124th Street.

Hotel: Phoenix Marriott Mesa, 200 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona 85201 $79.00 per night – single/double/triple/quad. Reservations must be made by December 13, 2009, by calling (800) 835-9873 or (480) 898-8300. They must identify themselves as members of USTA Winter National Championships Girls 18. More Info

Site: Gene Autry Tennis Center, 4125 E. McKellips, Mesa, 480-654-3787. For more information on this site click here.

Alternate site: Monte Vista Village Resort, 8865 E. Baseline Road, Mesa

Stringer Availability:
Gene Autry Tennis Center: Stringers will be on site during most of the tournament. Stringer not available on Dec. 31. The charge is $20.00/racquet for players providing string. An assortment of string is available at the pro shop if needed.

Monte Vista Tennis Center: (information to come)

Site Practice Court Availability:
Gene Autry Tennis Center: Closed Christmas Day. Practice courts are available for rental on Dec. 26 from 8am - 6pm at $5 per player for 90 minutes. Call 480-654-3787 for court reservations starting Dec. 21. Courts are available for rental from 6:45-8am on Dec. 27, 28, 29 (No reservation required, just pay $5 upon arrival and share court with 3 other players). No charge for warm-up courts on Dec. 30-31.

Monte Vista Tennis Center: (information to come)

Additional Practice Courts: Unless indicated by an asterisk, all facilities are city parks/schools open to the public every day, including Christmas Day, and courts are available to the general public on a first come, first served basis. No individual reservations are accepted or required.

City of Mesa
Brimhall Junior High School, 6 courts - no lights, 4949 E Southern Ave., East of Greenfield

Shepherd Junior High School, 1407 North Alta Mesa Dr., East of Higley, south of McKellips.

Mountain View High School, 2700 E. Brown Road, At Lindsay Road.

Dobson High School, 1501 W. Guadalupe Road, Between Dobson Rd. and Alma School Rd.

Skyline High School, 8 courts, 845 S. Crismon Rd., Between Southern Ave. and Broadway Road. Enter courts Off Pueblo at back of school.

Kleinman Park , 4 courts - lit, 710 S. Extension Road, West of Country Club at 8th Ave

Late Entrants - players entering after the December 2nd deadline at 12:00 noon EST - will not be selected for the tournament. They are eligible to be placed on the Alternate List, but they will be placed at the bottom of the list in the order the late entry is received. Late Entrants have little to no chance of being accepted into the singles draw as the Alternate List typically consists of 50 to 150 players depending on the age division, and historically the tournament has approximately 10 Onsite Alternates per division. Late Entrants are eligible to enter doubles during Doubles Registration on December 26th but there is no guarantee you will make the doubles draw.

Singles: 128 draw with a mandatory feed-in championship through the quarterfinals. The semi-final losers in championship play will play-off for 3rd and 4th place. The feed-in championship winner and runner-up will be awarded 5th and 6th place.

Official Tennis Ball: Wilson Racquet Sports is providing the official ball, the Wilson U S Open Championship Extra Duty Ball. New can of balls will be provided for third set.

Doubles: 64 teams. Players eligible to enter Doubles event are: USTA National Open Doubles Qualifiers, Singles players, and Singles Alternates with doubles-only endorsements. The Doubles Draw will be filled in that order. Players may play doubles only in the same age division that they are playing singles.

At 4:30 pm on Registration Day, a “Players Without Partners” Meeting will be held to match any players who do not have partners. The tournament is not responsible for matching a player with a partner. Entries will close promptly on Sunday, December 26, 5pm.

Before the draw is made the tournament will replace a player who was accepted as part of a section's quota with the next available player on that section's endorsement list, and replace a player who was not accepted as part of a section's quota with the next highest remaining alternate. After the draw, tournament will replace a withdrawing player with the next highest remaining alternate. Tournament alternates may continue to look at the current list on www.usta.com, under the Reports tab. This list will be published on the website once the selection process has been completed which is usually within 3 to 5 days of the Entry Deadline.

***Please note: Alternate Lists are immediately updated as soon as we have a withdrawal no need to call and ask if there have been any withdrawals.***

An Onsite Alternate is a player whose name appears on the Alternate List and is on site in hope of getting into the tournament. All such players who intend to be Onsite Alternates need to participate in the tournament registration process on December 26th so that we know you will be on site. Please make sure to register at the Alternate Check-In desk. Replacement of withdrawing players continues as described above however identifying yourself as an Onsite Alternate will allow you to receive important tournament information and instruction on how to be available if an opening occurs in the draw at the last minute.

Withdrawals Prior to December 2nd Entry Deadline: If entries have not yet closed, a player may withdraw by going to the tournament’s USTA TennisLink Home Page - the same web page that the player registered for the tournament. Once in the system, click on the "Register Now" text in red. When taken to the next page, click on "Withdraw" on the left hand side of the screen. You will need your confirmation number from your original registration to withdraw. Because your credit card will not be charged prior to the entry deadline, no refund needs to be made. If you cannot locate your confirmation number, contact linkteam@usta.com.

Previously Authorized Entries into Two Concurrent Tournaments: If a player has previously received written authority to enter two concurrent tournaments from both Tournament Committees, the player must immediately notify both tournaments to let them know which tournament the player has chosen to play.

After Entry Deadline: The USTA Regulations with respect to withdrawals and entry fee refunds at USTA National Championships changed as of January 1, 2009. Immediately email Sally Grabham at BoilerSal@cox.net if you must withdraw from the tournament. No refund will be given unless the withdrawal is due to illness, injury, or personal emergency AND a written verification as described below is provided on or before December 31, 2010. All withdrawal refunds will be mailed by check within 14 days of the completion of the tournament.

Withdrawals After Draw Is Made: After the Draw is made on December 20th, contact Sally Grabham at 480-639-6705 and send written verification via email to BoilerSal@cox.net. The deadline to be considered for a refund is 11:59 pm (Midnight), December 19th. Any player withdrawing on or after December 20th will NOT receive a refund.

The required written verification of an injury or illness must be from a medical professional - it can be faxed to (480) 451-8220 or a .pdf can be emailed to BoilerSal@cox.net.

Players that suffer from an illness or injury during the tournament may obtain written verification from one of our certified athletic trainers, but it is the player’s responsibility to obtain this written verification and deliver it to the Tournament Director at the time of withdrawal.

If the player is withdrawing because of a personal emergency, the player must deliver a written explanation of the situation and the Referee will determine whether the situation is a personal emergency.

Any withdrawal that does not meet the written verification requirements by December 31, 2010 as described above (and, in the case of personal emergencies, have the emergency approved by the Referee) will also result in the player being levied suspension points and any match that is not played will be coded as a Default.

If a player requests to withdraw from one event due to injury or illness, but continue to play in another event, a determination will be made by the Tournament Committee only after evaluation by the certified athletic trainer.

WRITTEN VERIFICATION REQUIREMENT TO RECEIVE ENTRY FEE REFUND:
• Previously Authorized Entries into Two Concurrent Tournaments: If a player has previously received written authority to enter two concurrent tournaments from both Tournament Committees, the player is entitled to a refund from the tournament that will not be played.
• Illness or Injury: The required written verification of an injury or illness must be from a medical professional and must be received by the tournament no later than the last scheduled day of the tournament.
• Personal Emergency: If the player is withdrawing because of a personal emergency, the player must deliver a written explanation of the situation no later than the last scheduled day of the tournament and the Referee will determine whether the situation is a personal emergency.

USTA SUSPENSION POINTS: Any withdrawal (other than for previously authorized entry into two concurrent tournaments) that does not meet the written verification requirements by the last scheduled day of the tournament (and, in the case of personal emergencies, has also been approved as an emergency by the Referee) will also result in the player being levied suspension points and any match that is not played will be coded as a Default.

The Draw will be made on Monday, December 20th, 9:00 am, at the USTA Central Arizona office. Draws will be posted at Registration on Sunday, December 26th, 12 Noon, at the Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe. Players will receive a copy of the draw at the Players Meeting and they will be posted to the Internet after the Players Dinner on Registration Day.

Registration for all divisions will be held on Sunday, December 26th between 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm at the Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe, 1600 S. 52nd Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281.

Players Without Partners Meeting: For those doubles players looking for a partner, 4:30 pm.

Mandatory Players Meeting: Sheraton Ballroom, 5:15 pm.

Player Dinner: The Player Dinner will be held at the Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe following the Players Meeting, 6:00pm. Free for the Player and $15 for all others.

Players who will not be able to arrive for registration between 12 pm and 5 pm, on Sunday, December 26th, must contact Sally Grabham at 480-639-6705 or email BoilerSal@cox.net. It is the players responsibility to check the tournament draws posted in the host hotels' lobbies for first match times. Players need to check in at the appropriate tournament desk, 30 minutes prior to their first round match, where all registration materials will be available.

The USTA Winter National Championships will present a Sportsmanship Award for each age division. Players are encouraged to nominate players for the Tournament Committee to consider. You have been involved in tournaments all year and are in a good position to bring to our attention those players worthy of consideration. The winner of the USTA Sportsmanship Award will receive a commemorative plaque from the USTA. Nomination forms will be available at registration and each tournament desk.

The finals of all singles and doubles, all 3rd/4th playoffsFIC finals will be on Saturday, January 1, 2011, at Scottsdale Ranch Park, 10040 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale. The USTA will award gold, silver and bronze tennis balls to the first, second and third place finishers in singles and doubles. In addition, the Winter National Championships will present our “Valley of the Sun” award to all winners and runners-up.

***When making your travel arrangements, please remember that Finals Day matches will continue through the afternoon.***

1st match time will be available at registration. Players are responsible for looking up match times. Singles play begins 8am on Monday, Dec. 27th. Doubles play begins Tuesday, Dec. 28th, after the singles matches. Players must check in with tournament desk before each match. Winners report results and return balls to the tournament desk. Losers must report for Feed-In information. The rules of the USTA shall govern play. The 12 pt tie breaker will be used in all sets tied 6 – 6. The Point Penalty System will be enforced.

Scheduled Rounds:
Day 1 - MD 2 rounds 1 round FIC
Day 2 - 2 rounds FIC 1 round MD, 1 round DBLS
Day 3 - 2 rounds FIC 1 round MD 1 round DBLS
Day 4 - 2 rounds FIC 1 round MD 2 round DBLS
Day 5 - 2 rounds FIC 1 round MD 1 round DBLS
Day 6 - Finals Day (see separate schedule below)

To better help you with your travel plans, we are providing you with the tentative schedule. All Finals Day Matches will be played at Scottsdale Ranch Park 10400 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale 85258. 480-312-7774.

8:00 am - All Singles 3/4 Playoffs
8:00 am - All Consolation Finals - 5/6 Playoffs
10:00 am - B&G 18's Finals
12:00 pm - B&G 16's Finals
2:00 pm - All Doubles Finals
3:00 pm - All Doubles 3/4 Playoffs

***This schedule cannot be changed to accommodate individual player's travel plans, so please schedule your departures accordingly.***

All players are required to wear appropriate tennis attire, no basic T-shirts are allowed (slogan related), Winter National Championships shirt is acceptable. Please dress in a manner consistent with being a participant in the Winter National Championships. We ask that you dress as well during your doubles play as you do during your singles matches. Running shorts, cut off shorts, bare midriffs or any other attire that is simply recreational and not tennis oriented is not acceptable.

The USTA Regulations prohibit a player from entering two tournaments that have dates that overlap by one or more days unless a player has the prior written consent of both tournaments. There are two exceptions to this rule on the national junior level.

Both the USTA National Championships and the USTA National Opens allow for a player to enter more than one age division, however, it is important to understand the consequences of this decision.

If you want to play in one of these tournaments, but aren't sure if you will get in, you may enter up to two different age divisions. When selection is done, players are selected for the oldest age division first.

• If you are selected into the older age division entered, you will not be selected into the younger division.
• If you are not selected into the older division, you will only be considered for selection into the younger division and you will only be eligible to be an alternate in the younger division.

Tournament Players must enter contact information each time they register for a tournament. Due to a new policy from the USTA legal department, Tournament Directors no longer have access to phone numbers and email addresses of tournament participants unless the player has entered this information when they register for the tournament.

This means that if a player does not enter their phone and email information, a Tournament Director cannot contact them for any reason, including withdrawals, defaults, byes, rain delays, etc.

The only way to ensure that the Tournament Director has this information is for the player/parent to enter it when registering. We appreciate all of our player's/parent’s cooperation with this issue so that the tournament can continue to communicate necessary information to you.

Notes have been posted below which provide all of the information players need to know about the tournament. Please read this information before entering the tournament. ALL PLAYERS must complete a Player Information/Release Form and fax it to 480-951-6041 by December 12th before they can play in the tournament. To obtain a copy, please follow the link (more info) to the USTA Central Arizona website, Winter National Championships, and download the form.

***Additional information will be added and updated continually, so check back often.*** more info

NOTICE TO PLAYERS:

Thank you for applying for a wild card for the 2010 USTA National Winter Championships. The players who have received a wild card have been notified. It is worth noting that the number of applications for wild cards far exceeded the number of wild cards that were available.

We hope you will continue to work hard at your game and we wish you the best of luck with your tennis.

Thank you.

ALL PLAYERS must complete a Player Information/Release Form and fax it to 480-451-8220 IMMEDIATELY! The fax number listed at the bottom of the Player Form is no longer operational!

Each player is responsible for his or her own medical expenses. You should carry the necessary insurance information with you to the tournament. Medical advice and an on-site trainer will be provided. Players are reminded that the tournament must have a Player Information/Release Form on file before they can play.

You can no longer fax in your Player/Medical Release Forms. You may email them to BoilerSal@cox.net or bring them with you to registration.

B16& B18 Doubles Draws have been changed.

Draws will be posted at Registration on Sunday, December 26th, 12 Noon, at the Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe. Players will receive a copy of the draw at the Players Meeting and they will be posted to the Internet after the Players Dinner on Registration Day.

WEATHER INFORMATION

Match start times have been changed for Friday, December 31st due to extreme cold weather forecasted for Thursday night.

Consolation matches will now start at 9:00am, at all sites and Main draw semi-finals will start at 10:00am.

All other match times remain the same. We ask that you report to your site at the scheduled time. We are making every effort to get caught up and complete the tournament. Thanks, Sally!

For entry, use the USTA Registration System.

Level 1

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.