***TOURNAMENT UPDATE***- MONDAY 4:00PM Please read the full message...
UNFORTUNATELY WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL THE TOURNAMENT THIS WEEKEND. Evacuations have been ordered for our area starting tomorrow so we will not be able to host the tournament this weekend, We will be rescheduling the tournament for another date and will have that date published as soon as it is approved. You were NOT charged an entry fee online yer as entries have not been processed, You may withdraw online so nothing will be charged. If you do not withdraw then you will receive an email stating "you did not get selected" which means that I did not select you so you r credit card would not be charged the entry fee. I am sorry for having to POSTPONE the tournament.
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***TOURNAMENT UPDATE***- Sunday 9/918- 9:00pm
We are still monitoring the storm and will make decisions on what our option are Tuesday morning. We are hoping that the storm will continue to track away from Charleston so we can host the tournament. We will update again tomorrow evening,
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***TOURNAMENT UPDATE*** SATURDAY 10:30PM
WE ARE AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF THE STORM NEXT WEEKEND. WE WILL BE EXTENDING THE DEADLINE TO ENTER THE TOURNAMENT UNTIL MONDAY NIGHT AT 12:00 MIDNIGHT SO WE CAN ANTICIPATE BETTER WHAT WILL HAPPEN NEXT WEEKEND. WE WILL MAKE A DECISION TUESDAY MORNING IF WE ARE ABLE TO HOST THE TOURNAMENT OR HAVE TO POSTPONE THE EVENT TO ANOTHER WEEKEND. PLEASE CHECK BACK SUNDAY NIGHT FOR ANOTHER UPDATE. THANK YOU.
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Welcome!
Welcome to the SC State Open Championships held at The Citadel in Charleston, SC. This is a USTA Southern Level 4 and USTA_SC Level 2 tournament. The SC Jr. State Open is proud to be part of the TennisRecruiting.net National Showcase Series. Please read all of the information on the website before contacting the tournament director.
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Contact Information
IT IS IMPERATVE THAT YOU ADD YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION (e-mail and phone) during the online registration process when prompted. Failure to do so might result in not being able to reach you to notify you of alternate status, time changes and draw changes. If you are unsure if the correct information is attached to your membership, please email the tournament director (barth_jonathan@yahoo.com) with your contact information for the weekend.
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TENNIS RECRUITING.net NATIONAL SHOWCASE SERIES
The SC State Open Championships is proud to be part of the Tennis Recruiting.net National Showcase Series. Tournaments in the National Showcases are USTA sanctioned junior tournaments open to players from all USTA Sections. These tournaments are designed to give players from all parts of the country the chance to compete outside their districts and sections. The singles events in these tournaments will count towards Tennis Recruting.net rankings. Players who compete in these tournaments and who win at least one singles match will become NATIONAL PLAYERS for their TennisRecruiting.net rankings
more info
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WITHDRAWALS
THERE WILL BE NO REFUND AFTER THE DEADLINE. If you need to withdraw before entries close, you MUST do so online. All withdrawals after entries close and anytime during the tournament must also be sent in writing to the Tournament Referee (jonathan_barth@kiawahresort.com).
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***LATE ENTRIES***
There will be a $25 processing fee for all late entries that are accepted into the tournament. All players must register online prior to the entry deadline to be considered for selection. Late entries may be accepted after the deadline provided the division is not full and they do not affect seeding.
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Selection Process
All singles draws are limited to 64 players. Doubles will be limited to 32 teams. Selections will be made based on the most recent USTA/SOUTHERN standings as of the deadline.
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Tournament Hotels
We have special tournament rates available at our sponsor hotels. PLEASE book EARLY and support the sponsors. Charleston will be very busy this weekend.
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Hotel #1
Hampton Inn and Suites Charleston/West Ashley: located at 678 Citadel Haven Dr. Charleston, SC 29414. Phone: 1(843)266-3620. Please call and ask for the Junior Tournament Rate or booking ID#LTS. The tournament rate is $119/night. To secure this rate you must book by August 24, 2018.
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Hotel #2
The Hilton Garden Inn Charleston/Mt. Pleasant located at 300 Wingo Way, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464.(843)606-4600 The tournament rate is $174/night.
more info
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First Match Times
Matches may begin as early as 4:00pm Friday, September 14 singles and doubles.
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Playoff for 3rd and 4th
There will be a 3/4 playoff for all singles divisions.
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Match Play Format (12's through 18's)
All main draw matches will be best 2 out of 3 sets with a match tiebreak in lieu of a 3rd set. All consolation matches will be best 2 out of 3 sets with a match tiebreak in lieu of the 3rd set. Consolation is a First Match Losers Consolation (FMLC). The Referee reserves the right to change the scoring in the main draw, if we have inclement weather. Doubles will play an 6-game Pro Set with ad.
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Doubles Events:
You may play singles and doubles in different age groups. Example: You may play girls 12 singles and girls 14 doubles.
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Doubles Partners
If you need help finding a doubles partner we will list your name as looking with your contact information provided for other people to contact you. To be put on the list email barth_jonathan@yahoo.com and give me your best contact email and phone number. If you are on the list and then find a partner please email me so I can remove you from the list as well. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO ASK FOR HELP FOR FINDING A PARTNER!!! ENTER THE TOURNAMENT IN SINGLES FIRST, THEN EMAIL ME THAT YOU NEED HELP FINDING A PARTNER.
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Girls 14 Doubles:
Ayla Hauser: kcflowers52@hotmail.com
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Boy's 10's Green
Finnley Hauser: kcflowers52@hotmail.com
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South Carolina Tournament Level 2
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Southern Tournament Level 4
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Please take the time to fill out our tournament survey.
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MEDICAL RELEASE FORM USTA requires a medical release SIGNED BY THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN for every player prior to their first match. Please download, complete, and bring signed form to expedite player check-in. Turn in the release at the tournament check-in desk. Click USTA SC Medical Release Form to download the USTA SC Medical Release Form. http://s3.amazonaws.com/ustaassets/assets/576/15/usta_sc_medical_release_10.5.11.pdf
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Sportsmanship Responsibilities: All parents are encouraged complete the "Parenting My Champion" sportsmanship video before their player participates in this level tournament.
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Please be aware that this tournament is a 10U Youth Tennis
Progression event. This means that in order to play in the 10U division offered
you must be in the corresponding level. If you are not able to register for 10U
singles that means you are not eligible for that level of 10U. To find out more
information call (803) 781-2574.
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PLAY YOUR FIRST TOURNAMENT & GET REIMBURSED UP TO $30! (link below) https://form.jotform.com/40263611301135
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Players are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.
Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Wednesday, September 12, 2018 4:45:00 PM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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