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2011 National USTA Selection Process This is a NATIONAL LEVEL 2
TOURNAMENT MIDWEST LEVEL 3 TOURNAMENT, 32 singles 16 doubles draw,
fic, run indoors at Dayton Center Courts.
2011
National USTA Junior Tournament Eligibility
2011
National USTA Seeding Process
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937-890-6112, 7087 Miller Lane, Dayton
$69.95 for 2 queens or a king. Special Dayton Center Court Rate
includes coupons for a free breakfast, free wireless high-speed,
Indoor Pool and Spa.
2.
Hampton Inn-Dayton
180 Rockridge Road, Englewood, Ohio, USA 45322 (937) 832-3333
$89.00 Free hot breakfast and internet PLEASE mention Dayton Center
Courts, so they know we are supporting them.
AIRPORTS
DAY-Dayton International 15 minutes from hotels
and the club CMH-Columbus aprox. 80 minutes
CVG-Cincinnati/Covington aprox. 80 minutes IND-Indianapolis aprox.
120 minutes.
DIRECTIONS/CHECK-IN
The tennis club cannot be seen from the street.
Please give yourself plenty of time to find us and use the
directions posted on our website as Mapquest/Yahoomaps/GPS systems
are often incorrect since the Trotwood connector went in. There
will be NO check-in on Thursday so you can enjoy the holiday with
your family. But PLEASE do check-in 30 minutes before your match to
hand in your completed form
2011 National USTA Medical Release and get your shirt.
SELECTION/COMPETITORS/ALTERNATES/WITHDRAWALS
Players accepted into the draw are listed under
competitors once the national office has made the selections. We
will order the alternates within 48 hours of their selections and
will contact them if/when a spot become available for them.
Withdrawals must be via email with a reason listed. We may ask for
a doctor's note for withdrawals less than 48 hours in advance. Once
selections have been made there will be no refunds.
SCHEDULE OF PLAY/BALLS/START TIMES/DVD
RECORDINGS/Complimentary Internet
Play will start at 8 am on FRIDAY and start times
will be posted above left under "Future Match Info" once they are
available . The singles front draw will play two rounds, the back
one on the first day, then we will play two rounds of doubles. Day
two both frount and back draws of singles will play two rounds and
we will play one round of doubles. Day 3 the front draw will play
the finals and 3/4 play-off while the consolation plays the
quarters and semis, and the finals of the doubles will play. (The
back draw matches are required.) Singles front draw will play the
best 2 out of three full sets. Consolation matches will play a
10-Point Match Tiebreak in lieu of a 3rd set. Doubles will be an 8
game Pro Set with a 7-Point Tiebreak at 8 games all. U.S.
Open/Wilson Tennis Balls will be used with new balls in the front
draw in the event of split sets. We will post the start times
followed by W:=second match time if they win (or) L:=second match
time if they lose. These times are subject to change based on
withdrawals/defaults/long matches etc. but we hope this will help
you to plan your weekend. Please do not call the club for your
start times, our desk staff will not give out times. We will be
recording all matches on DVD, the first person to ask for it will
get it unless both people ask before the match is over in which
case we will make a copy. Singles matches are $40.00, doubles
matches will be $20.00, with subsequent dvd's being discounted. We
do broadcast complimentary internet in our lobby.
Hitting Lessons/Practice Courts
If you want a tennis professional to practice or
warm-up hitting lessons are available for $32.00 a half hour, call
the club to schedule one. Players can reserve practice courts, but
please wait until First Match Start times are posted. If you call
let the staff know that you are part of the tournament and should
receive a discounted court fee of $13.00 per half hour or $26 per
hour. Practice courts must be paid over the phone by using a Visa
or Master Card there are no refunds.
Point Penalty System will be
enforced
IF YOU ARE LATE THE POINT PENALTY SYSTEM WILL BE
ENFORCED, THERE IS NO GRACE PERIOD. All players should check-in 30
minutes early. When you check-in players must have their shoes on
and be dressed and ready to play.
DRESS CODE
Proper Attire is required. The top and bottom of
your outfit must meet when your arms are at rest. No bare midriffs,
spaghetti straps, tank tops, alcohol or drug words, if it is
objectionable you will have to change before going on the court
which could incur a point penalty for the time violation.
ALTERNATES
Ordered alternates and up to date alternate status
are listed under alternates by event. If you are one of the top 5
alternates in the last 48 hours please e-mail to either 1. Let me
know you are no longer interested in coming or 2. e-mail with a
contact number where I can reach you between the hours of 7am and
11pm. On-site alternates get a chance to play if there is a late
withdrawal/no show. If you would like to register as an on-site
alternate please e-mail 24 hours in advance to let us know you
intend to come. An on-site alternate reports to the tournament desk
before the first matches, which means before 8am for this event,
and registers with us. If there is more then one on-site alternate
who registered for the tournament present, you will be placed in
order as per Friend at Court.
SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD/Point Penalty System/
Suspension Points We will have 1
Sportsmanship award. Our roving officials will make
recommendations, and the winner will be posted to this website. The
Point Penalty System will be enforced for lateness, use of a Deity
(God, Jesus, Christ, etc.), cussing, as well as abuse of racquet,
ball, and/or the facility. Suspension points will be given for
unsportsmanlike conduct, which includes misconduct at the hotel, as
well as for no shows. No grace period or warnings will be
given.
Things to know
We have a limited supply of ice. Please fill up
your cooler and water jug before you come each day. Use the cubbies
under the lobby tv for your racquet bag so you know exactly where
to find it. Two chairs are on each court. Check-in is 30 minutes
before each match except for 8am matches who may check in 15
minutes early. We will start giving out the balls and assigning the
courts before 8am. You must have your shoes on and be ready to go
on the court when you check-in. When we call you if you are not
ready you can be penalized under the USTA point penalty system for
the delay. We do our best to keep this event moving and on time.
Please remember that per Friend at Court late penalties start at
match time for all players scheduled for that time as long as 1
court is available. Draws will be updated on line throughout the
day. Racquet stringing will be available on site for $15.00 if you
have your string, we will also have a selection of string available
at varying prices.
USTA CODE OF CONDUCT
Players cannot enter two or more tournaments,
matches, or exhibitions scheduled to take place at the same time,
in whole or in part, unless each Tournament Committee involved
approves the multiple entries in writing. (THE NATIONAL OPENS COUNT
AS ONE TOURNAMENT AND YOU DO NOT NEED PERMISSION TO REGISTER FOR
MULTIPLE AGE DIVISIONS OR SITES.
Entering Two Divisions
) Players who disregard this rule will be assessed 5 suspension
points. Players who receive 10 or more suspension points during a
12-month period will be suspended for twelve consecutive weeks from
competing in any USTA sanctioned event.
rev11/23/11
Player Selection Type4 players are selected for each site from the most recent National Standings List of the next lower age division and 28 players are selected for each site from the age division of the event
Entry TypeEntry to this tournament is restricted. To see how entrants will be selected, follow the “Selection Process” link to the left. It is the player’s responsibility to check the selection list(s) after registering online to be sure that a check mark appears beside the player’s name on the list, in order to insure proper registration. Entries must be submitted by Thursday, October 27, 2011 12 Noon Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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