Apex Junior Championship (Level 6)

APEX JR. CHAMPIONSHIPS COVID-19 GUIDELINES

- Due to the large number of participants, we can only allow 1 spectator per player. Spectators must wear masks inside and outside. Please abide by this allowance, as we cannot have large numbers on site and must follow the Jefferson County Public Health mandate that states if you cannot safely distance by 6 feet, you MUST wear your mask.

Please understand that we are completely committed to keeping our tennis players safe. Please do your part to keep everyone safe and healthy. Understand that anyone who is not prepared to follow these guidelines will not be permitted to participate in the event or may be asked to leave the premises.

Facility COVID-19 Guidelines

Health Safety Guidelines & Parameters
- All players must follow all current Health Department guidelines when playing at the ATC.
- Do not come to the ATC if you are sick or are experiencing any symptoms of illness.
- All players and guests must observe social distancing guidelines maintaining a minimum 6-foot distance from others.
- All tennis players and supporters are required to wear masks or facial coverings on the grounds to reduce the risk for others. Players may remove masks when starting to play. We ask that players have one readily available.
- All players must sanitize their hands (and preferably wipe down equipment) prior to play and are encouraged to do so regularly while at and upon leaving the club. Please bring your own hand sanitizer! We have sanitizing stations throughout the facility for your convenience.
- Avoid touching common surfaces. Doors will be propped open limiting touch points. We ask that players enter the courts through the midways and not the gates if at all possible.

Use of Facilities
- Bathrooms - We will have restrooms available at the ATC. We ask that visitors/parents and players utilize the outdoor restrooms. Masks must be worn when coming inside the building.
The front desk is open, you can speak with them through a window to the west of the entrance.
-Please bring your own chair and umbrella for on court rest or off-court viewing.

- We ask that you minimize socializing at the club before and after play. USTA recommends no social gatherings on the premises. However, due to the fact that all players will have multiple matches each day, players and a family member are permitted to find their own socially distanced area on the grounds of the tennis center to rest and wait for their matches. We ask that family group please keep a minimum of 6 feet social/physical distance from other family groups while on the ATC grounds.

- Warm up courts will not be available. There are a few pocket parks with courts nearby should you want to warm up.
- Parking - will be limited on site. We hope to have auxiliary parking at the complex next door. You can also park down off 64th Place along the street or in the lot at the Oak Pavillion.

- Construction - Unfortunately, there is construction along Kipling/Ralston Road right before the Apex Tennis Center, so you may need to approach the facility from the west. If coming from the south of I-70, best to get off on Ward Road and head north, turn right (east) on 64th Ave, north (left) on Oak St., (right) on 64th Place, south (right) on Miller Street. Allow for extra time and check your smart phone maps for live traffic info.


Before you come to Apex:
- If you have yet to pay your entry fee, we will require payment over the phone (303) 420-1210 prior to arrival.
- Come dressed for play. Changing room facilities are not available.
- Items to bring with you:
- Mask, sanitizer, full LARGE water bottle, towel, sunscreen, and camp chair for rest periods and umbrella for shade. A blanket may also be helpful.
- No pets allowed on the property.

- Due to the large number of participants, we can only allow 1 spectator per player. Spectators must wear masks inside and outside. Please abide by this allowance, as we cannot have large numbers on site.


ARRIVING and Playing at Apex:
- PLEASE sanitize your hands once you arrive in the parking lot, and put your mask on!

- We ask only players to approach the tennis desk to check in. We may be utilizing a virtual check in app to eliminate congregating at the tournament desk. Players must be on site, either in their car or on the ATC property 15 minutes prior to the match start.

- Each player will get a minimum of 2 matches. We ask that both players report back to the tournament desk after each match. Players will have their own can of balls for use for 2 matches with their names marked on them.. Please keep track of your tennis balls. Players will send balls over to opponents using racquets or feet. Please try to not handle other players' balls if possible. Be sure to take your balls with you each time you switch sides. In doubles each player will be assigned 2 balls. Please return all tennis balls to the tournament desk after your 2nd match with those balls.


On Court Rules
* Do not place equipment next to other players - Socially distance at 6 feet or more. We will have placed dots/circles where players should place equipment.
* Sit on opposite benches/chairs
* Scoreposts:
Home player - Lowest alphabetically
Do not spin score post
1 player to move the score post balls - lowest alphabetically
* Use own tennis balls for serving and try to not handle another players tennis balls
* Use foot or racquet to move balls to opponents
* Take your assigned tennis balls with you on every switch over
* Use a racquet tap at the end of the match instead of a handshake
* After 2 matches - return balls to the desk and get a new can

Leaving Apex :
- Take all your items home with you including disposable mask/gloves and trash
- Sadly…no socializing or hanging out after play. Families should "spread out" on the grounds and maintain minimum 6' social distancing.
- Please sanitize before you get back in your car to protect yourself and family.
We have a number of food establishments nearby, if you leave prior to your next match, please allow plenty of time for return.


*We will have a roving USTA umpire on both sites. We expect great sportsmanship from all who play. We are fortunate to get to play tennis and want everyone to have an fun time competing. Umpires will assess warnings and penalties for unsportsmanlike conduct or poor line calling.
*We will also be awarding a sportsmanship award at the end of the tournament.

This is an indoor and outdoor tournament. We have 8 outdoor courts and 4 indoors. A majority of matches will be played outside. Come prepared to play in either location. Please do not request to play inside or out. The courts will be assigned as they come available. If you are not willing to play a match inside, please do not register for this tournament.

Tournament Director reserves the right to change the format if needed due to inclement weather or draw sizes.


Email Kim Greason with any questions at kimg@apexprd.org.

No Selection Process. All registered players will be selected.

Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Sunday, July 26, 2020 11:59:00 PM Mountain Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.

In the future, you can jump straight to this tournament by entering the tournament identification number: 250005320 from the searchable schedule homepage.

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