USTA National Selection Tournament- October

PLAYERS NOT CHECKING IN FRI NIGHT MUST HAVE BOTH REQUIRED FORMS (Tracking Form and USTA Medical Waiver) FILLED COMPLETELY BEFORE PLAY ON SATURDAY!!!!!!!!! If unable to download these forms, text 432-349-8922 or email us at armsracquetshop@yahoo.com to have one sent to you. Early bird check-in is scheduled from 6-10pm, Friday, October 9th at Midland College Tennis Center.Tournament T-shirts and player bags will be available during early check-in and throughout the tournament. Tournament players are welcome at Midland College w/o paying courts fees. However, if you arrive in Midland after dark, please be aware that Midland College does not have lights.

1. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TRACKING REPORT - The tracking report is requested by our Chamber of Commerce to monitor hotel rates. The Chamber also provides additional funds for player amenities, based on the number of out-of-town players our tournaments bring to Midland. (The info is not used for anything else or shared with any other parties.) We will have extra copies available at check-in. more info

2. USTA MEDICAL WAIVER AND RELEASE FORM - The medical release is a USTA requirement and ALL USTA sanctioned tournaments are required to collect these. We will have extra copies available at check-in. more info

We are proud to offer two fabulous facilities, each offering a special rate as our host hotels.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott
The SpringHill Suites by Marriott, at a rate of $99-$109, is an all-suite hotel, located off Highway 191 and Loop 250, offering free Wi-Fi, iPod docks and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels, plus desks with ergonomic chairs and separate living areas with pullout sofas. Kitchenettes provide coffeemakers, minifridges and microwaves. Freebies include a hot buffet breakfast and parking. There's also a lobby bar and a patio with a fire pit, as well as an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness room. Other amenities include event business center and laundry facilities. Address: 5716 Deauville Blvd, Midland, Texas 79706. 432-695-6870.
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ALSO hosting is the Holiday Inn Express and Suites at a rate of $109. This hotel's location is right off Loop 250 and guests can enjoy free high-speed Internet access throughout the hotel and a 24-hour business center with print, fax and e-mail services. The hotel also offers guests the chance to relax by the outdoor pool or burn off a few extra calories in the well-equipped fitness center. In addition, it proudly offers a deluxe, hot breakfast that features eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy and their signature cinnamon rolls, so stop in for the perfect start to your day! Address: 5309 W Loop 250 N., Midland, Texas 79707. 432-520-3600. more info

THE SINGLES IS A 32 DRAW. ALL SINGLES MATCHES IN THE MAIN DRAW WILL BE THE BEST 2 OUT OF 3 TIE-BREAK SETS, REGULAR SCORING. ALL CONSOLATION MATCHES WILL BE 2 SETS REGULAR SCORING, AND A 10 MATCH-TIE BREAK IN LIEU OF THE 3RD SET. THE SINGLES WILL HAVE A FEED-IN DRAW CHAMPIONSHIP THAT FEEDS PLAYERS THROUGH THE ROUND OF 16. QUARTERFINAL LOSERS WILL BE FED INTO A SEPARATE DRAW TO PLAYOFF FOR 5TH AND 6TH PLACE. BOTH SINGLES AND DOUBLES WILL HAVE A PLAYOFF FOR 3RD AND 4TH PLACE. ALL DOUBLES THROUGHOUT THE TOURNAMENT WILL BE AN 8 GAME PRO SET, WITH A 7 POINT TIE-BREAK AT 8 GAMES ALL.
Day 1: Two Main Draw Singles, one consolation singles, one-two doubles (some divisions might play doubles before their singles)
Day 2: Two Main Draw Singles, two consolation singles, Quarterfinal Playoff consolation, one-two doubles (some divisions might play doubles before their singles)
Day 3: Finals & 3/4 Playoff (Main Draw), two consolation singles, Quarterfinal Playoff consolation, doubles (Finals & 3/4 Playoff)

Tennis stringers and medical trainers will be available on-site @ MIDLAND COLLEGE TENNIS CENTER. If you need their assistance, please go to Midland College or call 432-687-4046 to make arrangements. (Price for string jobs vary. Standard price with player's string provided is $20.) Trainer assistance is provided to all players, free of charge. They will both be on-site 15-30 minutes before the first matches of the day.

To withdraw BEFORE tournament deadline, visit http://tennislink.usta.com/Tournaments/playerregistration/Withdraw.aspx. To withdraw AFTER deadline, immediately email the TD, Lance Armstrong at www.armsracquetshop@yahoo.com. Withdraws must be in writing, no withdrawals will be taken by phone. For detailed info regarding USTA NJTS Entry Refund Policy, click link: more info

PLEASE do not park "on the circle" at Midland College Tennis Center. We realize that parking is limited. But the weekend campus security officers are VERY SERIOUS about keeping the circle open to through traffic. They are aware we will be starting early on Saturday and Sunday and will probably be ticketing cars parked there.

MC Midland College Tennis Center, 3600 N. Garfield St, Midland TX 79705 (Tournament Headquarters)
RC Racquet Club, 3009 Racquet Club Dr., Midland, TX 79705

WARM UP SITES
After play begins at 8:00am on Saturday morning, most courts at playing sites will be used for matches.
If you don't have an 8:00am match, here are some possible sites for warm-up:
Midland High School, 1206 W. Illinois, Midland, TX 79701
San Jacinto Junior High, 1400 N. "N" St, Midland, TX 79701
Goddard Junior High School, 2500 Haynes Ave, Midland, TX 79705
Abell Junior High, 3201 Heritage Blvd, Midland, TX 79707
Lee High School, 3500 Neely Ave, Midland, TX 79705 more info

Airlines to Midland International Airport (MAF) are:
American Eagle
Continental Express
Southwest Airlines
United Express Airlines
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Most local car rental agencies are conveniently located within the Airport Terminal,on the first level across from the Baggage Claim Area.
Alamo (432) 563-0378 www.nationalcar.com
Avis (432) 563-4700 www.avis.com
Budget (432) 563-1640 www.budget.com
Dollar (432) 561-5995 www.dollar.com
Enterprise (432) 561-5172, www.enterprise.com
Hertz (432) 563-0110 www.hertz.com
National (432) 563-0378, www.nationalcar.com
Thrifty (432) 561-5454 www.thrifty.com

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Freeze deadline is September 24, 11:59 a.m. ET
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(in order of distance, from least to greatest)
1. COMFORT SUITES, 4706 N. Garfield Dr., Midland, TX 79705, (432) 620-9191
2. FAIRFIELD INN, 2300 Faulkner Dr., Midland, TX 79705, (432) 570-7155
3. DOUBLETREE BY HILTON, 117 W. Wall Ave., Midland, TX 79701, (432) 683-6131
4. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS, 5309 W. Loop 250 N., Midland, TX 79707, (432) 520-3600
5. LA QUINTA INN & SUITES, 2606 North Loop 250 West, Midland, TX 79707, (432) 694-1200
6. MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN, 5509 Deauville Blvd., Midland, TX 79706, (432) 689-3511
7. SLEEP INN & SUITES, 5612 Deauville Blvd., Midland, TX 79706, (432) 694-4200
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Midland Community Theater presents several entertaining plays and events throughout the year. The $3 million Cole Theatre complex is home to the MTC, ranked among the Top 10 amateur theater groups in the United States. The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde – based on the novella by Robert Louis Stevenson, this Pickwick Players’ production explores the darker side of our human psyche when an English prosecutor learns an old friend of his is somehow associated with a sinister fellow named Edward Hyde. This strange detective thriller first released in 1886 has frightened and enthralled us for years. Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10 - 7:30pm curtain. more info

Tour the museum and CAF, including the world’s largest collection of aviation nose art on the planes flown in World War II. The CAF is a nonprofit aviation association dedicated to Honoring American Military Aviation through flight, exhibition and remembrance, by maintaining a flying museum of classic military aircraft. More than just a collection of flyable warbirds, the Commemorative Air Force’s fleet of historic aircraft, known as the “Ghost Squadron,” recreate, remind and reinforce the lessons learned from the defining moments in American military aviation history. more info

Cinergy Midland and EPIC complex, boasts 11 auditoriums, a game floor with over 60 games, chef-prepared American favorites, beer and wine, movie must-haves, a multi-level Laser Tag arena, Sky Walker (a gravity-defying, black light overhead ropes course), and Atomic Rush (a quick response, immersive game experience). Auditorium showcase large wall-to-wall screens, enhanced JBL sound, and plush leather seating. The theatre also features a Cinergy EPIC (“Experience Perfection in Cinema”) auditorium, and five 3D-capable auditoriums.
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The Durham Children's Museum offers a variety of hands-on, interactive exhibitions that create an exciting learning experience for children of all ages. A rotating exhibition space offers 4 to 5 diverse and education-based exhibitions a year. A permanent exhibition space called "My Town" is a two-story, child-sized cityscape featuring a bank, construction site, Victorian house, grocery store and more. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm. Sunday, 2 to 5 pm. Admission charged. more info

The Big Sky Drive-In Theatre was built with the Family in mind! Quality time with the family, great tasting dinner choices for everyone, outdoor dining amenities and four playgrounds for children of all ages! One ticket buys admission to two great first-run movies for only $7!! All in the comfort of your own car!
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