PAPA JOHN'S GEORGIALINA JR TENNIS CLASSIC SUPER CHPS - GA LEVEL 3 & STA L3

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Events - Alternates by Event (9/9/20)

Congratualations to Evan Hamilton receiving the Sportsmanship Award for his contributions to the tournament.

6:30 PMWEATHER UPDATE - NTC - We just had a little more rain and courts are wet. We do not have another site (rain came to other site) and these courts will not dry before 9:00 pm tonight, therefore all matches at NTC will be cancelled. Thank you for your patience and safe travels.

5:00 PM RAIN DELAY: NTC & FTC - NO MATCHES BEFORE 6:30 PM. PLEASE SEND IN SCORE IN PROGRESS (D=DELAY), SO WE CAN DETERMINE NEW MATCH TIMES.

Format Update (ONLY G12s and B14s): Beginning in the QF round of MD and the 2nd round of Consolation, the format will change to short sets through the remaining rounds (2 regular short sets to 4 games with a 10-point match tiebreak for 3rd set).

Due to the weather on Saturday, we have revised all draws for Sunday matches. Please check your site and match time. Most Divisions will return to the same site as played on Saturday, except Boys 14s will move to Newman Tennis Center. Please check the draws, carefully...not all divisions will finish play due to the delay.

4:30 PM: DLTC - matches canceled for tonight. Check website late tonight for revised Sunday schedule. If on court, report score - use D=Delay)

4:00 PM: NTC, FTC - matches are canceled for tonight. Check website late tonight for revised Sunday schedule. If on court, send scores - use D=Delay).
4:00 PM: DLTC - 4:00 matches delayed until 5:00pm, 4:30 pm matches delayed until 5:30 pm.

3:30 PM: GTHS Site Update - matches on court are in 1 hour delay until 4:30 pm. 3:30 matches report at 4:30 pm.

3:00 pm: FTC Site Update - matches on courts 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 are delayed until 5:00 pm, we will update all other matches by 4:00 pm with new match times.
3:00 PM: DLTC Site Update - all matches on court report by 4:00 pm (Rodriguez, Bautista, Wakefield and Atwood report by 4:00 pm); all other matches report at 4:30 pm.
3:00 PM; NTC Site Update - no matches before 5:00 pm;

2:30 pm - NTC Site Update - matches on court are delayed until 4:00 pm. 2:00 matches should report at 4:00 pm. All other matches should now be on a 1.5 hour delay from posted match time. We will update again if conditions do not improve.

2:00 pm - rain delay at NTC, FTC and DLTC.
NTC: players on court report back at 3:00 , matches not on court add 1 hour to your match time.
DLTC: players on court report at 4:00 - All other matches we will update you at 3:00
FTC: matches on court report at 2:30 (matches on courts 6,7,8,9, 10 report at 2:45). 2:30 and 3:00 matches add 1 hour to your match time.

8:00 am - B16s Diamond Lake - matches are delayed by 1 hour due to rain. Next update at 8:00 am.

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 and can be used as extra balls for subsequent matches. 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 (we do have refill stations if needed). Volunteers will assist at a safe distance.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Spectators of players should bring your own chairs to watch matches...bleachers will be blocked off.
9. 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!

Practice Court Availability- Practice courts will only be available early in the mornings from 7:00 am - 7:40 am. Newman Tennis Center may have two courts available (courts 13 and 14) throughout the day. Leave bags off the court, outside the gate. Do not sit on benches.

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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* 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.

The following sites will be used for tournament play (please check the draw carefully for your site):
NTC: Newman Tennis Center - 3103 Wrightsboro Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
FTC: Fleming Tennis Center - 1850 Chester Ave. Augusta, GA 30906
DLTC: Diamond Lakes Tennis Center - 102 Diamond Lakes Way, Hephzibah, GA 30815
GTHS: Grovetown High School - 2010 Warrior Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
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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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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.

Check this website throughout the day for important information & updates. DO NOT USE THE iPhone MOBILE APP...IT DOES NOT PROVIDE TOURNAMENT INFORMATION POSTED DURING THE TOURNAMENT!!!

EVENTS
Singles (No doubles will be offered due to Covid-19)

SELECTION PROCESS
Players will be selected for Southern L1, L1A, L2, and L3 Tournaments ONLY from the most recent Southern Standing List of the division of the tournament; players will no longer be selected from the next-younger division Southern Standing List.

ENTERING TWO DIVISIONS
Players can enter two divisions in 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. They would be removed from the other age division.
2. Players not selected to either division would remain on the alternates lists for both division but would be obligated to play 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 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, September 10th at 3:00 pm.

WATERFALL PROCESS FOR SPLITTING COMPETITORS
Thirty-two (32) players will be selected for each event (see selection process headline) and then be split into two Draws of 16 players using the Waterfall System for selection. If a draw has 23 players or less, then a single 32-draw will be played with feed-in through the quarterfinals. Seeding will be made prior to the players being split. 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

PLAYING FORMAT AND SCORING
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.
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.

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 must 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 page and click on Edit Registration. You will need your confirmation number that you received in your confirmation e-mail to complete the withdrawal process.
WITHDRAWALS AFTER SELECTION & DURING TOURNAMENT
A player shall not enter a tournament and then withdraw when the player discovers that tough opponents have also entered. A player may withdraw from a match or tournament only because of injury, illness, or personal circumstance; written verification must be provided. A player who cannot play a match shall notify the Referee in writing (NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED) immediately so that the opponent may be notified at once and saved a trip. A player who withdraws from a tournament is not entitled to the return of the entry fee unless the player withdrew prior to the published refund deadline date. Deadline for refund: players must withdraw by Noon on Friday, August 30 h to receive a refund.

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.

PLAYING SITES AND ADDRESSES
The following sites may be used for tournament play (please check the draw carefully for your site):
NTC: Newman Tennis Center - 3103 Wrightsboro Rd, Augusta, GA 30909
FTC: Fleming Tennis Center - 1850 Chester Ave. Augusta, GA 30906
DLTC: Diamond Lakes Tennis Center - 102 Diamond Lakes Way, Hephzibah, GA 30815
GTHS: Grovetown High School - 2010 Warrior Way, Grovetown, GA 30813
PP: Patriots Park - 5445 Columbia Road, Grovetown, GA 30813

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 result in the player being required to change prior to the match. This delay may result in penalties (PPS) being assessed.

TENNIS BALLS BEING USED
ProPenn
Marathon. Green balls for 10's.

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

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

This is an advanced-level tournament sanctioned by USTA Georgia as a Level 3 (Southern Level 3 points). Registration must be completed online. In the future, you can jump straight to this tournament by entering the tournament identification number: 703464020 from the searchable schedule homepage. Players may register for two age divisions. Players will automatically be selected for the older age division. Players must play in the same doubles age division as singles.T-shirts for all participants.

Boys and Girls registered for 12 and under division will play on a full court with yellow balls.
Boys and Girls 10 and under that are eligible for green balls in Youth Progression will play on a full court with green dot balls.

Player selection
See message above under Tournament Information

Late Entrants
The USTA Southern late entry policy will be followed and is stated below.

Draws
Draws will be published by Thursday at 3 pm. It is your responsibility to check this tournament webpage for the players’ draws, match times and any other updates.


Format
For all USTA Southern 10 and Under, Level 1-3 tournament play (not including Jr. Team Tennis), the required scoring format for singles matches, shall be the best of two short sets (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) for the third set. No-ad scoring.
Scoring for BG 12-18 - Main Draw and Consolation (FIC): Best of 2 sets with a 10 pt. Match tiebreaker in lieu of the 3rd set. Consolation finals will not be played.
Doubles - All doubles players must play in the same age division as they do in singles. BG 12-18 - 6 game set with a 7 point set tiebreak at 6 all. Ad scoring. BG 10 - 6 game set with a 7 point set tiebreak at 6 all. No-ad scoring. (NOTE: DUE TO COVID-19, DOUBLES WILL NOT BE OFFERED FOR THIS EVENT)

Withdrawals and Refund Policy
Before the deadline, withdraw through TennisLink. After the deadline, email the tournament director. Refunds are only available for players who do not complete a match due to inclement weather or cancellation of the tournament. If there is a refund, it would be minus the fixed costs of the tournament. Note: the TennisLink fee is non-refundable.

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
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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 of players who do not invalidate the seeding. A fee of $25.00 will be charged for Late Entries.

USTA National is changing the tournament structure starting in 2021. For more information, visit the USTA webpage
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