MCALISTER'S DELI JR CHPS - GA LEVEL 4 and Format for 8&Under

Due to an administrative oversight seedings were redone for boys 12's. Match times remain the same.

Please double check your match times. Due to players having to withdraw due to illness there have been some changes.

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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For the safety of all Tournament players, parents, coaches and staff we will NOT be using a physical tournament desk where 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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* 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.

Players, parents or coaches will not be allowed in the buildings. Only tournament officials, racquet stringer and trainer will be allowed 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

This is an intermediate-level tournament sanctioned by USTA Georgia as a Level 4 (Southern Level 5 points). Registration must be completed online.

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.
Boys and Girls 10 and under that are eligible for orange balls or new to Youth Progression will play on a 60’ court with orange balls.

Player selection
This tournament is open for junior players regardless of ranking. You will receive an automated email if your player is selected and your credit card is charged.

Late Entry -
Full policy stated below. A $10 fee may be charged for a late entry.

Draws
Draws will be published by Thursday at 5 pm. It is your responsibility to check this tournament web page for the player draws, match times and any other updates.

Format
Limit 16 draw except when there are no League Matches. FMLC. 3rd and 4th place playoffs. Some consolations may not finish. Match times and tournament information can be accessed online at least 48 hours before the first scheduled match. Awards to winner, finalist and consolation winner and finalist.
All boys/girls 12-18's matches will be two sets with a match tie-break (10 point tie-break) in lieu of a third set.
All 10's matches will be two short sets (sets to 4 games). If sets reach 3-3 you must win by two games, example: 5-3. If sets reach 4-4 a set tie-break will be played. (7 point tie-break). If the players split sets then a 7 point match tie-break will be played in lieu of a third set. This is in accordance with USTA Georgia regulations.

Withdrawals and Refund Policy
Before the deadline, withdraw through TennisLink. After the deadline, email the tournament director.
No refunds for withdrawals after the tournament deadline.

USTA National is changing the tournament structure starting in 2021. For more information, follow the link to visit the USTA web page.
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USTA Georgia would love to hear about your experience. Please follow the link to share your thoughts about this tournament on our short survey.
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LATE ENTRANTS - USTA Georgia will allow late entrants to be accepted into all USTA GA tournaments, Levels 4-5, in the event that the draw is not full, provided that such late entrants do not affect the seeding and further provided that late entrants do not prevent timely entrants to be accepted into the draw under any circumstances. Accepting late entrants is at the discretion of the Tournament Committee. Seeds must be posted by 12 noon following close of registration. Once draws are posted, the tournament is closed and can no longer accept late entries