GA STATE OPEN CHALLENGER (18-10)(STATE CHP)-GA L2&STA L4

Court Layout with Player Entrance Locations

Congratulations to our two Good Sportsmanship award winners!
Jonathan Molner - B18s
Sean Aquio - B18s

• Draws of 16 or smaller will play Full Feed-in Consolation through the Quarterfinals.
• Draws larger than 16 will play Full Feed-in Consolation through the round of 16 with quarterfinal losers 5/6 playoff.
• For draws of larger than 32, consolation semis and finals may not be played.

• Because of heat and the compressed format being used at the Challenger...
• BG 12-18 singles matches will play 2 sets with a Match Tiebreak in lieu of a 3rd set.
• BG10 singles will play 2 first-to-4 games short sets with a 7-pt set Tiebreak in lieu of a 3rd set..

· In matches playing a match tiebreak in lieu of a third set there will be a 3-minute coaching break between the end of the second set and the match-deciding tiebreak. · This 3-minute break is treated the same as the 2-minute set break between first and second sets, except that players may receive coaching on the court.
· Coaching may be received via cell phone during this 3-minute on-court break only.
· Players may not leave the court. unless requesting a toilet break. The toilet break will be taken after the 3-minute coaching break. No coaching is allowed during the toilet break for either player.

The following policy will be implemented: When players are scheduled to play 2 singles matches in one day, they will be offered a rest period equal to the length of their first match, with a maximum of 3 hours.
Note: Players must contact the referee immediately after their match if the next scheduled match time must be delayed to allow sufficient rest. ***** Players will be expected to report on time for their next match if they do not request an extension from the referee at the conclusion of their first match.

There will be no refunds for withdrawals after player selections are made.

840 Turner McCall Blvd., Rome, 30161 706-295-0400.
• Guest Rooms: $89.00 + tax.
• Business Center, Free Wireless High Speed Internet
• Free Breakfast Bag To Go and Coffee and Juice (6:00 a.m. -9:30 a.m.)
• Free Local Calls and 800 # Access
• All rooms have: Microwave, Refrigerator, Alarm Clock, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board, Coffee Maker
• Copy and Fax Service, RV - Bus Parking.
• Swimming Pool is open with restrictions.
• Cancellation policy: Cancel 48 hours prior to 4 PM the day of arrival to avoid a one-night charge..
COVID-19 Information: We are disinfecting/cleaning our rooms with hospital grade cleaners. Our supplier is the same supplier for the hospitals. All check out rooms are sanitized thoroughly as well as our lobby and public bathrooms daily.

390 Dodd Blvd SE, Rome, GA, 706-234-0014
• King Room: $59.99, 2 Doubles: $64.99 + tax
• ALL Guest rooms remodeled with NEW furniture.
• Free High Speed Wireless Internet access
• Individually wrapped and packaged items such as muffins, pastries, cereals, oatmeal, grits, yogurt, fruit will be available.
• Coffee and tea and juice will be available as well.
• All rooms have microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker (irons, ironing boards and hair dryer available at front desk)
• Copy and fax service
• All rooms are indoor corridor
• Cancellation policy - Cancel 24 hours prior to 6:00 pm day of arrival to avoid 1 night charge.
• To reserve online, click "more info".
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23 Chateau Drive, Rome 30161 - Phone: 706.232.6055 - Fax: 706.232.1110 - Email: gm.ga583@choicehotels.com
• Guests must book directly through hotel for Tennis Rate (706-232-6055).
• Standard King Suite Guest Rooms: $79.00 (Sleeps 3 w/pull-out sofa bed),
• Standard Double Queen Suite Guest Room: $79.00
• All rooms have 40" flat-screen TV, Mini fridge, and microwave.
• FREE High Speed Wireless Internet, Complimentary USA Today, Free HBO Movie Channel.
• Free Grab and Go Breakfast Items will be available, although the breakfast area is not open.
• Cancellation policy: Cancel at least 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid one night's room charge.
• Late Check-out: Check-out time is 12:00 p.m.. Checking out after 1:00 p.m. will result in an additional night's charge.
COVID-19 Information: Because of the current situation our country is in with COVID-19, we have adopted new policies to help prevent the possible spread of the virus. Please understand that by booking at our Hotel, you are agreeing to abide by these policies.
* No gathering in the lobby or breakfast area. Please check in and move to your room or outside where we can maintain a safe distance.
* Stay behind the barrier at the desk when checking in or communicating with the attendant.
* Note that our team cannot enter the room while you are in there. We must practice social distancing at all times.
* Our team is constantly disinfecting all surfaces at the desk, pens, keys, key pad, counter tops and end tables. We are also doing this in all frequented places in the Hotel.

110 W. Second Ave., Rome 30161, 706-378-4837
• Standard King Room: $ 159.00 (+15% Tax).
• Large room on river with balcony and 2 Queen beds, or King suite with full kitchen, separate living room with sleeper sofa: $ 189.00 (+15% Tax)
• To check availability click on "more info".
• "Hawthorn Suites is located inside a 115 year old renovated warehouse in the heart of downtown Rome, Georgia. It is within walking distance to most all types of shops and restaurants the city has to offer. Also for your convenience, Hawthorn Suites is 2-3 blocks from the Downtown Tennis Center and only 4.6 miles from Rome Tennis Center at Berry College. Ace your night's sleep before the big match with Hawthorn Suites! We serve up free wi-fi, free parking. At the end of a long day hit our beds for the sweet spot!"
• 2 night minimum reservation per room.
• Cancellation Policies: ** 48-hour Cancellation - Guests have until 48 hours prior to arrival to cancel without penalty. Late cancellations and No-Shows will be charged additional fee of one night at room rate.
** Early Check-out penalty: Guests who depart before reserved check-out date will be charged an additional fee of one night at room rate.
COVID-19 Information: Call for Details.
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35 Hobson Way, Rome, GA 30161 706-232-0021
• Standard King and 2 Queen Bed Guest Rooms: $109.00 + tax. Tennis rate not applicable for suites.
• Tennis rates available only if booked through hotel website. Click on “more info” below to access website. Then select your dates, select “more options”, and type in corporate ID: 100194699.
• Rate matches will not be honored at the hotel level.
• All rooms have microwave, refrigerator, and 42-inch Flat Panel HD TV.
• Complimentary grab and go breakfast at the front desk.
• Advance Deposit and Cancellation Policy: A first night’s stay deposit will be due with the reservation. Guests must cancel 24 hours prior to arrival to not be charged for the first night. This must be done by 6 PM the night prior to arrival.
• Early Check out: Must check out by 11:00 on the day of check out. Checkouts after 11 AM are subject to another night’s charge.
COVID-19 Information: At the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rome, GA, we take pride in ensuring the safety of all our guests. During these uncertain times, we have continued our high standards for a clean environment, as well as implemented more sanitization standards. We look forward to your stay with us.

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40 Grace Dr., Rome, 30161, 706-291-7797, Fax 706-291-6858, gm.ga889@choicehotels.com
• King Rooms: $82.00 + tax; 2 Queen Rooms: $86.00 + tax
• All rooms have 37" flat-screen TV, fridge, and microwave.
• FREE High Speed Wireless Internet, Complimentary USA Today, Free Showtime Movie Channel.
• Individually wrapped Breakfast items.
• Cancellation Policy: Cancel by 4:00 PM the day before arrival to avoid one night's room charge.

2973 Cedartown Hwy SE, Rome, GA 30161, Phone: (706)235-1717. Fax: (706) 378-0008.
• Guest rooms: KING BED $53.96 + tax, Two DOUBLE BEDS $62.96 + tax
• Rate is available by calling hotel directly at 706-235-1717.
• Hotel is near Georgia Highlands College and Darlington School
• 36 Rooms with Micro Fridge, Coffee Pot, Iron and Board , High Speed Internet
• No Breakfast is provided due to health considerations.
• Only 6 miles to Rome Downtown Tennis Center,
• Cancellation policy: Cancel by 6:00 pm two days before arrival to avoid penalty.

2209 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165, (706) 802-1223, Fax (706) 802-0135, Baymont.Rome@gmail.com
• Rooms are completely renovated. All rooms are Non-Smoking.
• Rooms have refrigerator, microwave, Iron and ironing board , Hair dryer, Coffee pot, Free Wireless Internet, Free Parking
• Free to go breakfast items like coffee, muffins, and fruit.
• Guest rooms: 2 Queen Beds $89.00 + tax,
• KING Suite with sleeper sofa $99.00 + tax. (Rates are based 2 adults, children 17 and under are free.)
• Rate is available by calling hotel directly at 706-802-1223
• Cancellation policy: Cancel by 6:00 pm 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid penalty.

15 Hobson Way, Rome, 30161, 706-232-3380.
• Standard King: $99.00 or 2 Queen Beds: $109.00 + tax. Tennis rate not applicable for suites.
• Tennis Rate available only if you book with the hotel directly at 706-232-3380. Hotel will not match tennis rates for reservations made through other venues.
• Rooms must be booked 7 day prior to arrival to be guaranteed the tennis rate.After 7 days prior to the event, the rate may be honored based on the availability of rooms.
• THE COUNTRY INN & SUITES is Rome’s finest award winning hotel, offering amenities comparable to upper scale hotels such as: expanded breakfast bar, free high speed internet access, micro-fridge and microwave in all rooms, and much more.
• For some it’s the cozy accommodations, breakfast and great rates. For others it’s the little things we do with the personal touches of home.
• Cancellation Policy: Adjustments to arrival dates must be made 24 hours prior to arrival. Reservations cancelled after 24 hour cutoff are subject to first night’s stay.
• Early Check out: Must check out by 12:00 noon on the day of check out. Check outs after noon will be charged an additional night.

Courtyard Rome Riverwalk, 320 West 3rd Street, Rome, GA 30165, (706) 295-7006
• King + Sleeper Sofa $129+ tax or Double Queens $129 + tax. Parking $5.00 per day.
• A block of rooms is being held until 6/12/20. After that date, call the hotel for rates and availability. Rates will be honored after the cut-off date.
• To book at the group rate online, click "more info"
• If you call 706-295-7006 to make reservations, refer to "Georgia State Open Challenger"
• Located across the street from the Downtown Tennis Center
• At the center of it all is The Bistro, your destination for a great breakfast, or drinks and dinner during the evening. The Bistro is open every day from 6am to 8am and 5pm to 8pm.
• Free Hi-speed internet; Fitness Center; Pet Friendly
• 24/7 Starbucks
• Cancellation policy - Cancel 72 hours prior to 3:00 pm day of arrival to avoid 1 night charge.
• Early Check-out penalty is $50.00.
Click "more info" to book your group rate for Georgia State Open Challenger.
COVID-19 Information: The well-being of our guests and associates is of paramount importance. We take standards for hygiene and cleanliness very seriously. Our leadership team is closely monitoring the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO) and local health department updates regarding COVID-19 and following their recommendations on the appropriate health and safety measures. We have well-established hygiene standards and daily cleaning procedures for the hotel to address both general cleanliness and disinfection. In addition, it is our standard practice to provide ongoing guidance to our hotel teams to promote safety and well-being through awareness, training and the use of everyday preventative practices.

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15 Chateau Drive, Rome, GA, 30161, Phone 706-291-1034, Fax 706-291-1036, laquintaromega@gmail.com
· Rates: Standard King $99.00 or Double Queen Room $109.00 plus tax, suites upgrade upon availability with additional charges.
· Rates listed above are for one or two people only.
· Tennis rate is available only if you book with the hotel directly at 706-291-1034.
· To book directly online, click "more info" below.
· Special rate is offered up to 48 hours prior to 1st day of the tournament.
· All rooms have microwave, fridge, and TV
· Complimentary "carry out bag" breakfast.
· Amenities offered are pool, fitness center, business center, and guest laundry.
· Cancellation Policy: call 48 hours prior to arrival to cancel without any charge.
· Early check outs: Must check out by 12 pm on the day of desired departure.
COVID-19 Information:COVID-19 prevention requires special attention to cleaning and disinfection of frequent touch areas ’frequent touch areas’ are those areas in the hotel used or touched most often by guests. These areas need special attention because they have the potential to accumulate the most dirt and spread bacteria. When cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, pay special attention to the high-frequency touch areas, such as, Curtains, sheers, and pull cords, PTAC control panel, Lighting switch button, Handles - doors, closets, drawers, Table Telephones - handset and dial pad Remote controls, Carpets - specifically in pet friendly area, Toilet and back or splash wall, Bathroom handles - toilet flush, shower control, sink faucets.

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100 Matchpoint Way, Rome, GA 30165
· Go west (left if you are coming from Atlanta) on GA Hwy 20 approximately 2.4 miles
· GA Hwy 20 will merge into US Hwy 411
· Follow 411 for approximately 18 miles to GA LOOP 1 (East Rome Bypass)
· Turn RIGHT onto GA Loop 1,
· Go 7.0 miles to the 5th traffic light (at Braves Stadium) on GA Loop 1 (Loop 1 eventually changes name to Veterans Memorial Pkwy)
· Turn RIGHT onto Braves Blvd (Armuchee Connector)
· Go 1.7 miles on Armuchee Connector
· Rome Tennis Center at Berry College will be on the LEFT.

100 Matchpoint Way, Rome, GA 30165
· Take Exit 312 (GA 53 West)
· Turn RIGHT on GA HWY 53 West
· Go Approximately 18 miles to intersection with GA Loop 1 (East Rome Bypass)
· Turn RIGHT onto GA Loop 1
· Go 2.7 miles on GA Loop 1 (Veterans Memorial PKWY) to 2nd traffic light (at Braves Stadium)
· Turn RIGHT onto Braves Blvd (Armuchee Connector)
· Rome Tennis Center at Berry College is 1.7 miles on the LEFT.

Boys' and Girls' 10 events will use Penn QST 60 Orange balls.

USTA National is changing the tournament structure starting in 2021. For more information, follow the link to visit the National USTA web page.
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