L5 USTA KS Open BG12-18 Sunflower State Games

Rain delay update- we are planning on resuming play at 3:30 for matches in progress. There is a 30 minute delay for matches still to be put on

IMPORTANT -SCORING FORMATMain Draw matches (including 3rd/4th place matches) will be best of 3 sets with a match-tie-breaker in lieu of the 3rd set.
Back draw matches will be best of 3 short sets (first to 4 games with tiebreaker at 4-4) and a 7 point tiebreaker in lieu of the 3rd set.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION!!Due to the COVID-19, all 17 USTA sections have worked to create a fair playing field moving forward as a unified body in 2021. The USTA Missouri Valley has agreed to terms with other sections to establish certain time periods that level 3-7 tournaments can count towards the 2021 national standings list. In order to comply with this agreement, the USTA Missouri Valley section will award this event the following points:
2021 USTA National Standings: Level 6 Points
2020 USTA Missouri Valley Standings: Level 5 Points
In 2020, a participant of this tournament will receive level 5 points towards their SECTION ranking. For the 2021 standings, a participant will receive level 6 points towards their NATIONAL ranking.
NOTE: Doubles will not be played at this tournamentIn accordance with Missouri Valley junior tournament policy due to COVID-19 there will NOT be doubles at this tournament.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONPlayers should bring with them:
A folding chair (for changeovers) and umbrella (shade)
Water and ice (with backup water/personal coolers to refill)
Personal towels
Spectator chair(s) and umbrella(s)
USTA Kansas requests that only 2 spectators per player attend the event
Index cards and a pencil to track the score during the match (Score towers will not be available)


SAFE PLAY MODIFICATIONS:
Arrive on the site 10-15 minutes before scheduled match time and depart promptly after reporting your match score.
Make every effort to maintain a safe social distance from players, officials, spectators and tournament staff to minimize the risk of exposure.
Wash your hands before heading to the site. Sanitize your hands before and after your match.
Offer a nod, air shake, bow or thumbs up instead of shaking opponents' hand.
Where safe gates will be left open to minimize contact with common surfaces upon entering/exiting the court
SEEDING:Seeding for this tournament, as per MVTA regulations, was done from the last MVTA Standing List which was published on 3/12/2020.


Notes
The Junior divisions will start on Friday, July 10 at 5pm if necessary.
The purpose of the Games is to provide top-quality amateur competition in a wide range of activities and promote physical fitness, personal health and well-being for Kansans of all ages and skill levels. 2020 marks the 31st Anniversary of this Olympic style competition. We are honored to work with the USTA and its members in hosting this sanctioned tournament. We look forward to seeing you at the Games! Medals awarded to finalists and third place finishers in each event.
Online registration is required and needs to be COMPLETED before the entry deadline. This event is worth Missouri Valley Level 5 points. This is an intermediate tournament. All players who register will be selected for the tournament. Seeding for this tournament will be based off the most recent Missouri Valley Standings list. Only one singles and one doubles division may be entered per player in this tournament per Missouri Valley Junior Competition rules.
Match Format: Singles: Best of 3 sets with 10 point tiebreak in lieu of the third for Main Draw matches. Consolation will be 4 game short sets with a match tie breaker for the 3rd. Doubles: Single Elimination 8 game pro set.
All Players are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.
Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Friday, July 3rd, 2020 11:59:00 PM Central Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.




Player Selection Type
Players are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.
Entry Type
Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Friday, July 03, 2020 11:59:00 PM Central Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
Quick Reference
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Players are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.

Entry to this tournament is open to specified residents only. Entries must be submitted by Sunday, July 5, 2020 11:59:00 PM Central 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: 400032620 from the searchable schedule homepage.

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