David LeMair Tennis Junior Open BG12-18 L5 (400pts)

It is raining very heavily now. We know when the rain does stop it will take a number of hours to dry, IF they dry. However, if the sun comes out there is a possibility that we could get out there this late afternoon/evening and play. As a result, we are planning on the following:
*Match play to start at 5 PM for singles main draw only. Times to be updated by 11 AM today.
*We will announce again by 2 PM if we are a go or not for today.
*Singles consolations are still cancelled.
*Doubles are cancelled. Singles is taking us too late in the day to fit doubles in as well.
Thank you again to everyone for your patience!

It is raining right now, courts are soaking wet, with more rain showing on the radar.
MATCHES ARE DELAYED - NO MATCHES BEFORE NOON TODAY.
As a result:
*Consolations are cancelled for both singles and doubles. Guidelines (USTA FAC guidelines and posted on the tournament homepage) for inclement weather are that main draw matches be prioritized.
*Doubles - for now, we will still finish main draw doubles from last night and finals later this evening after singles are completed.
*New times for today will be posted no later than 10:30 AM. As of now B12, G12 and G14 should plan to start first/at Noon today. Other events will follow soon after so noone else should count on a certain number of hours delay, just that they will not play before 12:30 PM.
*If additional delays are needed, it will be posted no later than 10:30 AM as well.

There is currently a light rain happening in the area, please be sure to check for any updates before you leave your house tomorrow! Any delays will be announced by 7 AM.

WE WILL BE USING TWO TOURNAMENT SITES FOR THIS TOURNAMENT!


If you see "JEFF" next to the day/time of your match, you will play that match at Jefferson District Park.


If you see "WKFLD" next to the day/time of your match, you will play that match at Wakefield Park.


Addresses and directions for each site are listed below. Please check in at the tournament desk at least 15 minutes before the match time at the site where you are playing.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE TOURNAMENT UPDATES, IN PARTICULAR ABOUT THE WEATHER, PLEASE TEXT/DIAL 84483 AND SEND THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE: DLTENNIS


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Please Be On Time!

Players should check in and be ready to play (warmed up, stretched, and been to the restroom) at least 15 minutes before the match start time.
If a court is open, we will get the match started asap in order to avoid any delays later in the day!

Important Information:

Tournament Notes are VERY important, please be sure to read them thoroughly! New Notes may be posted throughout the week and weekend, please check tournament website for new notes, as well as confirm start times of next match on the draw, well before your coming match!

Rain Policy:

If it rains and matches have not yet begun for the day, matches may need to be delayed by one or more hours, or even cancelled for the day. If this happens, an update will be posted on the tournament homepage at least one hour before the time for the first matches of the day. If it rains and matches are already being played, players will be called off the courts. Tournament director will take scores and tell players when to return to finish matches. An update will then be posted on the tournament homepage. Please continue to check the tournament homepage. If you cannot get online or aren't sure, please contact Teresa at teresalemair@aol.com or via call or text at 703-862-8702.

If there is rain on a tournament weekend, match formats may be shortened, consolations may be cancelled, worst case tournament may be considered complete.

TWO TOURNAMENT SITES!!

Wakefield Park (WKFLD): 8100 Braddock Road Annandale, VA 22003
Notes: Once you get to the park, follow signs to Audrey Moore Rec Center.
When you turn into parking lot, the rec center is on the left.
The tennis courts are in the back right corner of the parking lot.
Restrooms are in the rec center. From 495: Take Exit 54, Braddock Road West.
At light, turn right onto W Braddock Road (you'll see a big sign for Wakefield Park and Audrey Moore Rec Center).
Continue to the back of the park area, turn left at signs for Audrey Moore Rec Center.

TWO TOURNAMENT SITES!!

Jefferson Park (JEFF): 7900 Lee Highway Falls Church VA 22042 Notes: Once you get to the park, go left at the mini golf to get to the tennis courts. If you need to use the restroom, go right at the mini golf to the main golf center. Restrooms are in the front door to the right. From the South: Take 495 towards Tysons (West). Take Exit 50B, Route 50/Arlington Blvd East. Keep right to take the Fairview Park ramp. Take left onto Fairview Park Drive. Take Fairfview Park through traffic light at Lee Highway and turn left into Jefferson Park. From the North: Take 495 to Exit 50A, Route 50/Arlington Blvd West. Merge onto Gallows Road towards Lee Hwy/Route 29. Take Gallows Road 4 to 5 traffic lights, make a right onto Lee Highway. At second light, make a left. Turn left into Jefferson Park.

Tournament Site:

Courts are outdoors! Please dress accordingly, as it may be chilly in the morning and/or evening!

Match Formats:

Singles Main Draw - Best two out of three sets with a super tiebreaker (first to 10 pts win by 2 pts) as the third set. Regular scoring.

Singles Consolations - Best two out of three sets with a super tiebreaker as the third set. No add scoring.

Doubles - Eight Game Pro Set, tiebreaker at 8-8. Regular Scoring

Policy Regarding Refunds/Credits:

Players are able to withdraw online anytime before the deadline by editing their own registration via the tournament homepage. After the tournament deadline, no refunds or credits will be issued if a player is unable to play. If there is a rainout and an event is not played at all, a credit may be issued for a future outdoor David LeMair Tennis Tournament (to be chosen by player) within a certain time frame.

Waiver of Liability

Players and families of players selected for this tournament hereby release David LeMair Tennis and entire staff from any and all loss, claim, damages, injuries or liability that may arise from the player's participation in this event. The players and families accept full responsibility for their use of any and all apparatus, facility privileges or services whatsoever, and shall hold David LeMair Tennis and its staff harmless against any such claims.

MAS REGULATIONS AND RANKING POINTS

MAS Regulations and Ranking Points This tournament operates in accordance with the rules and guidelines listed in USTA Mid-Atlantic Regulations and USTA Friend at Court. By registering for this event, players and parents are agreeing to be familiar with and abide by all aspects of the MAS Regulations to include meeting sportsmanship expectations, all aspects of fair play, and respecting the game of tennis.

MAS CONTACT INFO: Kros@mas.usta.com

MAS EVENT REFUNDS
Member organizations are not required to refund players for tournaments affected by inclement weather. Per MAS regulations, in the event of inclement weather a tournament may utilize a shortened format in order to play the tournament to completion. If the tournament cannot be played, it is the MAS recommendation that players be offered a credit to a future tournament hosted by the same organization. However, this is only a recommendation and not a policy. Each member organizations shall post their refund policy on the tournament homepage.

Due to ongoing challenges associated with Covid 19 every tournament is being reviewed to verify that all recommended safety protocols can be met. There may be situations where a previously posted event may need to modify draw sizes, formats, or divisions to ensure safety for all participants. In the event of a change notification of such changes shall be posted on the registration page for the event impacted and all registrants will be notified by email. Please verify that you are providing up to date contact information when registering so that you receive all updates.

**A player who has been exposed to or diagnosed with COVID-19 in the time between player selection and the first scheduled match, may request a refund or credit up to 50% of the entry fee not including Tennislink Fee. The request must be in writing, at least 12 hours in advance of the first scheduled match and must include specific reference to a confirmed exposure or diagnosis.

PLAY TO COMPLETION
As per MAS Regulations if a player does not intend to play a match, the player must notify the tournament director within one (1) hour of the end of the previous match of his/her intention not to play. Failure to do so will result in a Default/no show code for the match; five (5) penalty points on a player’s record; loss of points for the tournament; and the event will not count toward the player’s Endorsement List eligibility.
TWO (2) PENALTY POINTS will be assessed to players who do not play any/all scheduled matches.

Effective October 1, 2019 - Players should have a standing of at least 250 on the current MAS Standing List to compete in an L5 or L6! This is a recommendation not a requirement.