GA STATE JR FALL OPEN CHPS (18-10)(STATE CHP)-GA L2 & STA L3

Congratulations to Aaron Orr on winning the Sportsmanship Award for the tournament! He showed great sportsmanship during his play.

In response to the Covid-19, we will be using Match Tennis App's Virtual Tournament Desk technology to help facilitate CDC best practices.
In order to compete in this event, all competitors MUST click the link below to fill out the check-in form, and sign the waiver for this tournament.
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* When setting up your Match Tennis App account, all family members should sign in with the same username and password.
* Make sure you add three DIFFERENT contact numbers during the Pre Tournament Virtual Check-In THAT WILL BE ON during the tournament. They all should be cell numbers since messages will be in the form of texts. When you are called to court, all your contact phones will receive the message.

* If you need to add or change contact numbers go to “My Account” in Match Tennis App and click “Completed Waivers” to add or change contact numbers.

For the safety of all Tournament players, parents, coaches and staff we will NOT be using a physical tournament desk where the social
gathering is most common. We instead will be using Match Tennis App's Virtual Tournament Desk to help facilitate CDC guidelines
for social distancing. Please click the "more info" link to learn how we will be using VTD to keep everyone safe during the tournament.
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1. Use MatchTenisApp "PLAYER CHECK-IN" 15 - 30 minutes before your match. Do not check-in any earlier than this time. If you check-in late you, will be penalized per USTA FAC.
2. When your match is called...go directly to your court (THERE IS NO TOURNAMENT DESK) - click the blue link to confirm your court assignment. Then you will be able to report the scores after your match.
3. Match balls - 1 can of balls will be provided (on court). The balls are yours to keep after the match so remember to collect them before leaving the court. Please remember that players (not umpires) are responsible for retrieving any balls that go over any fences. If the ball is irretrievable than a new ball will be placed in play. We will not provide used balls.
4. Players will use scoring device (only one player will keep up with the score).
5. Please bring your own Ice and water (we do have refill stations if needed). Volunteers will assist at a safe distance.
6. Players are encouraged to bring their own chairs in order to maintain social distancing.
7. After the match and before you leave the court, report your scores via the TennisMatchApp link sent to your cellphone. Please gather your trash and take with you when you leave the court and the facility. We will be sanitizing and prepping courts for the next matches.
8. Practice courts will be available early in the morning - 7:00 am - 7:30 am as they will be sanitized for matches beginning at 7:30 am.
9. Spectators of players should bring your own chairs to watch matches...bleachers will be blocked off.
10. Face masks should be worn when not socially distancing.


TAKE YOUR TEMPERATURE BEFORE COMING TO THE TOURNAMENT - DO NOT COME IF YOU ARE SICK. BE SAFE & BE WELL!

1. If you are sick with any symptoms at ALL, DO NOT ATTEND OR PLAY A MATCH!

2. If you do not feel comfortable playing tennis- DO NOT PLAY. Only play if you are comfortable playing. Each Person is responsible for his or her own safety during these unknown challenging times. BE SAFE


Ultimately, however, it is up to each player and/or parent to decide whether to participate in any event. Further, every player is expected to take all reasonable precautions to protect themselves from the risk of exposure.

Players, parents or coaches will not be allowed in the buildings. Only tournament officials, racquet stringer and trainer will be allowed in the building. MASK ARE REQUIRED IN THE BUILDING.
Players should bring their own water and ice.
Players should bring only one person with them to the match site.
If there is a rain delay players will be directed to their cars.
Social distancing is required at all times.
Restrooms will be available.
Hand sanitizer will be available as you exit the match site.
Players should not shake hands.
Players should use racquets to return ball to adjacent courts. DO NOT TOUCH the balls.

Player and Spectator Covid - 19 Guidelines and Recommendations
If you do not feel comfortable playing tennis- DO NOT PLAY. Only play if you are comfortable playing. Each person is responsible for his or her own safety during these unknown challenging times. BE SAFE. If you are sick with any symptoms at ALL, DO NOT ATTEND OR PLAY A MATCH!
Guidelines for Players – Social distancing: ? Arrive at the venue dressed for your match shortly before your allotted start time and depart the venue immediately after the match. Do not use the locker rooms or showers ? Players should maintain at least 6 feet between each other and officials ? Do not shake hands with players/opponents or have any other physical/close contact before, during or after a match ? Balls should be touched as little as possible; use your racket or foot instead ? At changeovers, go around opposite sides of the net ? Do not share any equipment or other items (racket, water bottles, food) with teammates or opponents ? Exit the facility as soon as your match is completed and scores reported ? Follow any other facility guidelines or recommendations Observe good hygiene: ? Avoid touching surfaces where possible ? Wash/sanitize your hands regularly, including before and after bathroom use, and after touching surfaces ? Use hand sanitizer after the completion of the match ? Cough into a tissue and discard it immediately ? Don’t touch your face ? Bring personal hand sanitizer and wipes to the tournament ? Sanitize your grip; wipe and disinfect your racquet after play ? Do not place personal items on public surfaces. Ex. Towels should be placed on your bag not on the court, fence or net post.

Guidelines for Spectators
– ? Maintain at least 6 feet between others ? Please bring a chair and spread out ? We recommend one parent/family member per player ? Please bring plenty of water and ice for both your player and yourself. ? Use face masks in areas where social distancing is not possible ? Please stay off the courts; only players should retrieve balls ? Do not touch the fences; please remain 6 feet from the court ? Avoid touching surfaces where possible ? Wash/sanitize your hands regularly, including before and after bathroom use, and after touching surfaces ? Bring personal hand sanitizer and wipes to the tournament ? Don’t touch your face ? Exit the facility as soon as possible Remember: If you are sick with any symptoms at ALL, DO NOT ATTEND OR PLAY A MATCH! Ultimately, however, it is up to each player and/or parent to decide whether to participate in any event. Further, every player and spectator/parent is expected to take all reasonable precautions to protect themselves from the risk of exposure

BG 12-18'S THE PRO PENN MARATHON BALL WILL BE USED.
BG 10'S GREEN DOT BALLS WILL BE USED.

TOURNAMENT SITES:
Newman Tennis Center(NTC)-3103 Wrightsboro Rd.
Fleming Tennis Center(FTC)-1850 Chester Ave.
Diamond Lakes Tennis Center(DLTC)- 102 Diamond Lakes Way
Grovetown High School(GHS)-2010 Warrior Way
Patriots Park(PP)5445 Columbia Rd.

SUBSCRIBE TO TOURNAMENT COMMUNICATIONS - PLAYERS MUST "OPT IN" Tennis Link (Tournament Directors) are now able to send emails and/or texts straight to you! You must "opt in" during registration in the Event Communications area or you may also do so on your "My Tennis page" after event registration (detailed instructions are provided). Communication is limited to 30 days after the close of the event and to only the players who have opted in.
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TOURNAMENT INFORMATION Check this website throughout the day for important information & updates. DO NOT USE THE iPhone MOBILE APP...IT DOES NOT PROVIDE

SEEDING and DRAWS
Seeding shall be done using only the results from most recently published USTA Southern Combined Standings Lists of the division in the order in which players appear on the list. Players selected on their 10's standing shall not be considered for seeding in the 12's division.
. Draws and seeds will be posted on Thursday, October 1st, by 3:00 pm.

PLAYING FORMAT AND SCORING
BG12-18s
All Singles draws will play the best two out of three tie-break sets with a Match tie break in lieu of the third set, with a Full Feed in Consolation through the Quarterfinals and 3/4 playoff. The Finals of the Consolation Draw will not be scheduled and will not be played.
BG10s: Boys and Girls 10's will play on the regular 78' court, using Green Ball. The required scoring format for 10's singles matches shall be the best of two short sets with no-ad scoring (first to four (4) and win by two), with a set tiebreak (first to seven (7) and win by two) at 4-4 in each set, and a set tiebreak (first to seven (7) and win by two) in lieu of the third set.

ALTERNATES
Alternate’s List: The alternate list will be updated daily after selections are made. Once posted, it will be listed above - "Alternate by Event" list. If you plan to enter another tournament, you have to first e-mail the Tournament Director to take your name off the alternate list.
On Site Alternates must register at their age group's tournament site. You must inform the Tournament Referee on Thursday night or before that you plan to be an On-Site Alternate. Please make sure we have accurate contact information for you to be reached during the weekend. On-Site Alternates will be selected in the order of the Alternates List. On Site Alternates should be on-site when their age and gender check in for play 30 minutes prior to the first match in the first round (or 2nd round if there are Byes).

WITHDRAWALS PRIOR TO ENTRY DEADLINE
If you have entered and wish to withdraw prior to the entry deadline, please go to the tournament web

WEATHER/REFUNDS
In the event of inclement weather and you do not play any matches in this tournament you are entitled to a partial refund based on the fixed tournament expenses. Please understand that tournaments have fixed costs which include: Trophies, T-shirts, Balls, USTA Officials, and many other costs that we must cover. The Tennislink portion of your entry fee is non-refundable in accordance with USTA policy. If you do complete a match, there is no refund/credit. Thank you for your understanding.

ATHLETIC TRAINER
For this event, the Trainer will be located at Newman Tennis Center.

STRINGER
There will be a stringer available at Newman Tennis Center.

DRESS CODE
The Tournament committee has set a dress code for this Tournament, the rules to which all participants are expected to adhere. These Rules are based on our community standards and all participants must observe, all rules, at all of the sites used during the tournament. Good manners on and off the court will be required of all participants, coaches and family at all times. Proper tennis attire should be worn. For females, proper attire does not include, roll down waist bands on skirts or shorts, or exposure of skin between tops and skirts or shorts. For males, proper attire does not include tank tops or sleeveless shirts, or shorts worn below the waist. Shirts must be worn at all times. Please respect our standards and adhere to our rules. Failure to do so will resul

USTA SOUTHERN PARENT & JUNIOR MEDICAL RELEASE FORM The USTA requires a medical release SIGNED BY THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN for every player. This form is two pages and must be presented at the time of tournament registration. Please click the "more info" tab to download a copy of the Medical Release Form and bring this completed form with you to speed up the registration process. Players are not allowed on court without this signed release: more info
LATE ENTRIES Late entries may be accepted or placed on the alternate list in the order received after entries received by the deadline. Entries received at the same time are ordered randomly. If the draw has been made the Tournament Committee may accept only late entries o

Entry Type
Entry to this tournament is restricted. Please consult your Section or District rules and regulations for entry requirements for this tournament. If you enter this tournament and are not eligible, any refund is as the discretion of the Tournament Director. Only USTA members can register online if available.
Quick Reference
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Division and Draw Type Abbreviations Legend
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HOTEL PARTNERS:
Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center 706-722-8900
Augusta Courtyard by Marriott 706-737-3737
Comfort Inn & Suites(Jimmie Dyess Pkwy) 706-496-3579
Comfort Inn & Suites(Noland Connector) 706-736-6100
Home2Suites(Augusta) 706-733-8787
Homewood Suites 706-738-3131

Waterfall process for splitting competitors
32 players will be selected for each event and then split into two draws of 16 players using the waterfall system selection. If a draw has 23 players or less, then a single 32 draw will be played with the feed in through the quarterfinals. Seeding will be made prior to the players being spit. The 32 players will be split as follows:
Red draw: 1,4,5,8,9,12,13,16,17,20,21,24,25,28,29,32
White draw: 2,3,6,7,10,11,14,15,18,19,22,23,26,27,30,31

Entering two divisions
Players are allowed to enter two divisions in the Southern Levels 1A, 2 and 3 tournaments.
1. Players selected to both age divisions they apply for will automatically be selected in the older age division.
2. Players are not selected to either division would remain on the alternates lists for both divisions but would be obligated to player the division they first get in from the alternates list. They would be removed from the alternates list in the other division.
3. Players selected to one age division would be removed from the alternates list of the division they were not selected.
4. Once a player is selected for any one division no changes can be made.

Seeding and Draws
Seeding shall be done using only the results from the most recently published USTA Southern Combined Standings Lists of the division in the order in which players appear on the list. Players selected on their 10s standing shall not be considered for seeding in the 12s division.
Doubles Seeding Criteria
Teams shall be seeded in the order of their combined standings. Teams that have the same combined standing shall be seeded by the highest singles seed of the four players.

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New COVID-19 Procedures) Virtual Tournament Check-In **Required for All Players**In response to the COVID-19, we will be using Match Tennis App’s Virtual Tournament Desk technology to help facilitate CDC best practices.

In order to compete in this event, all competitors MUST click the below link to fill out the check-in form, and sign the waiver for this tournament.
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VIRTUAL TOURNAMENT DESK ***MANDATORY FOR ALL PLAYERS***For the safety of all Tournament players, parents, coaches, and staff we will NOT be using a physical tournament desk where the social gathering is most common. We instead will be using Match Tennis App’s Virtual Tournament Desk to help facilitate CDC guidelines for social distancing. Please click the “more info” link to learn how we will be using VTD to keep you SAFE during the tournament:
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