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Tournament info
Being that we are making accommodations within our normally scheduled activities to host this event there will be times when matches are played next to lessons or adult league matches. We are confident that there will be limited match disturbance but we appreciate your understanding in advance. This will be our 3rd tournament weekend in a row and we thank our members for giving up their courts to support junior tennis in MO Valley.
The HOA-district is unfortunately understaffed this weekend for officials. That being said, we will have an official on site for the majority of the event. If we are without an official a staff professional will be on-site and available for players needs. We expect all players and parents to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with the USTA MO Valley sportsmanship guidelines.
The scoring format will be as follows:
All matches will be regular scoring.
Main draw matches are 2 out of 3 sets with a 10-point tie-breaker being played in lieu of the 3rd.
Consolation will be 2 out of 3 short sets to 4 games with a 7-point tie-breaker in lieu of the third. Sets are the first player to win 4 games by a 2-game margin. If a set reaches 4-4 a 7-point tie breaker will be played.
Warm-up courts will be available starting at 11:00 am on Saturday and 7:00 am Sunday. There is a possibility of earlier courts on Saturday but we are leaving them open for member play.
There is ice and water available on site and on the courts. Please pick up any trash and treat the facilities with respect before, during, and after play this weekend.
Thank you and please let me know if you have any questions!
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Notes
THE TOURNAMENT SITE HAS CHANGED. THIS EVENT WILL NOW BE HOSTED
AT BLUE HILLS COUNTRY CLUB, LOCATED AT:
777 W Burning Tree Dr, Kansas City, MO 64145
LATE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED INTO THIS TOURNAMENT.
DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO REGISTER
Online registration is required and needs to be COMPLETED before
the entry deadline. In the case of a technical problem, contact the
USTA MV Junior Competition Program Manager at
nbortnick@movalley.usta.com or 913.322.4832 BEFORE THE ENTRY
DEADLINE. If calling, be sure to leave a voicemail. The time stamp
on the email or the voicemail needs to be BEFORE the entry
deadline.
If you are not sure if you have registered correctly, you may
check your registration two different ways
1. Check the confirmation email sent to you by TennisLink. The
email will indicate which events you are registered. There will be
an "s" next to the age division to indicate registration for
singles, and a "d" next to the age division to indicate
registration for doubles. Please note, that although you may have
registered for doubles, you must still follow the process outlined
below to be fully registered.
2. Check the "Applicants" tab on the tournament homepage. Next to
your name you will see the event(s) and division(s) for which you
have successfully registered. If you successfully registered with a
partner your partner's name will also appear on your
registration.
Entering Multiple Age Divisions
When entries close, a player may be entered in up to two age
divisions. The USTA Missouri Valley selects players for the singles
main draws in the following order: 18, 16, 14, 12. Unless otherwise
notified at nbortnick@movalley.usta.com, a player entered in two
divisions will be placed in the older age division should the
player qualify for both divisions. If a player is entered in two
age divisions and is selected into the older division, that player
shall not be eligible for selection into the younger division and
will be removed from the alternates list. If a player is not
selected for the older division, that player is eligible for
selection in the younger division and is eligible to be an
alternate in the younger division but not the older division. If
the player does not qualify for either division, the player will be
placed on the alternates list of the younger age division and
removed from the alternates list of the older age division as
players can only be on the alternates list for one division.
Know the Rules, Respect The Tournament
The section is grateful for the hospitality extended by the member
clubs and organizations hosting sanctioned tournaments. As a
player, please show your consideration and appreciation while a
guest during the tournament. Remember, the USTA Missouri Valley is
committed to the principles of Positive Coaching Alliance. Please
respect the rules, officials, other players, and tournament staff
at all times and make this tournament a positive experience for
everyone involved.
Please also make sure you know the rules and guidelines for this
tournament by fully reviewing the information below or by reviewing
the USTA MV Junior Regulations at the link above.
Eligibility
This tournament is closed to amateurs and members and residents of
the USTA Missouri Valley section.
Point Level
Section: Level 4 National: Level 4
Draw Size
The singles draw is limited to 32 participants.
Draw Type
This tournament will use a full feed-in through the Round of
16.
Selection Process
Players are manually selected by Manager of Junior Competition
after the deadline has passed.
Selection will based off the most recent version of the USTA MV
sectional standings list.
Seeding
Seeding for this tournament will based on the most recent USTA
Missouri Valley Standing list used to accept players into the
draw.
Scoring Format
Best of 3 with Match Tiebreak in lieu of 3rd
Singles Consolation (indoors) - Best of 3 Short Sets 7 pt
Tiebreaker in lieu of the 3rd
Schedule
This event is a Saturday-Monday tournament. You can expect matches
to begin as early as 12PM on Saturday. The tournament will play 6
matches on Monday. If you cannot play the tournament through the
completion date, please do not register as failure to play to
completion for reasons other than injury, illness or personal
circumstance will be penalized. The tournament committee will
determine what constitutes a personal circumstance.
Withdraws and Refunds
Withdrawals done before entries close need to be done through the
online registration process. Click on the "Withdraw" link in the
Edit Registration box to complete. Your credit card will not be
charged if you withdraw before the entry deadline. Click on the
"Locate Confirmation Number" link if you have misplaced the
confirmation number.
After the Entry Deadline
Withdrawals done after entries close need to be emailed to the
tournament director at the address above. Refunds are not given for
withdraws that happen in the 6 days before the start of the event.
Written verification must be provided by a medical professional by
the last scheduled day of the tournament for a withdrawal due to
illness or injury. A written notice of the situation must be
provided by the last scheduled day of the tournament for a
withdrawal due to personal circumstance/emergency. The tournament
committee will determine whether the situation is a personal
circumstance/emergency. Failure to provide documentation will
result in Suspension Points.
On-Site Alternates
Players who applied for entry into the tournament but were not
accepted into the draw may choose to be an on-site alternate.
On-site alternates will be listed in the order in which their names
appear on the USTA MV Standing List that was used for selection.
On-Site alternates MUST be on site for the first round of play in
the age division for which they are an on-site alternate. Please
contact the tournament director for further instructions.
Sportsmanship
The USTA Missouri Valley recognizes good sportsmanship at our
events. At the conclusion of each event the tournament director
selects one boy and one girl in each age division as a good
sportsman. These players will be recognized on the tournament
homepage and will also receive a $25 gift card to Tennis
Warehouse.
Tennis Warehouse Discount:
http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/?from=ustamv
Thank you for participating in the tournament! Good luck
Player Selection TypePlayers are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.
Entry TypeEntry to this tournament is open to specified residents only. Entries must be submitted by Tuesday, January 7, 2020 11:59:00 PM Central Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
Quick ReferenceIn the future, you can jump straight to this tournament by entering the tournament identification number: 400028620 from the searchable schedule homepage.
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