Tournament Reports
Events - Alternates by Event
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PLAYERS OF THE DAY presented by VITACOST.com
DAY 1: Boys 18 (Alexander Nielsen - New York, NY) & Boys 16 (Jake Vassel - Danville, CA) DAY 2: Boys 18 (Bradley Yu - North Barrington, IL) & Boys 16 (Andew Pereverzev - Hallandale Beach, FL) DAY 3: Boys 18 (Teodor Carikov - Foster City, CA) & Boys 16 (Sam Landau - Los Angeles, CA) DAY 4: Boys 18 (Nicholas Condos - Wilton, CT) & Boys 16 (Ethan Silva - Harlingen, TX) DAY 5: Boys 18 (Trinity Grear - Adelphi, MD) & Boys 16 (Ryan Colby - Alexandra, VA) DAY 6: Boys 18 (Braden Shick - Greensboro, NC) & Boys 16 (Aryan Chaudhary - Santa Clara, CA) DAY 7: Boys 18 (Huntley Allen - Daniel Island, SC) & Boys 16 (Ben Shelton - Gainesville, FL) DAY 8: Boys 18 (Leighton Allen - Austin, TX) & Boys 16 (Luke Casper - Santa Cruz, CA)
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OFFICIAL HOTEL: BOCA RATON RESORT & CLUB: LIMITED ROOMS AVAILABLE BOOK NOW
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Click more info to view the hotel details and the discount Promo Code.
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DOUBLES INFO, DEADLINE PRE-EVENT, IMPORTANT INFO.
DOUBLES 1st round matches will take place on Day 1, 2nd rd matches take place on Day 2. We will always post the next day's doubles times/locations the evening prior (once the day's matches are complete). This allows us to schedule more efficiently. Doubles matches will take place daily not before Noon...
DOUBLES DEADLINE IS MONDAY JULY 8, 2019 (5pm). All singles players may play doubles. If you know your doubles team, please e-mail the team/division to Adam Baron at abaron@YellowTennisBall.com by the deadline. Important: make sure we reply back to you to confirm receipt of the e-mail. If we do not hear from you before then, we will NOT place you in the doubles draw. If you do not have a partner, and would like to be paired with another player, please email abaron@YellowTennisBall.com (make sure you receive an email confirmation)– we will do our best to pair you with another player (with a similar ranking).
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2019 PLAYER HANDBOOK
We look forward to welcoming you to South Florida. Please view the attached PLAYER HANDBOOK listed match sites, local restaurants (specials), practice courts, things to do, etc.
Safe travels and good luck!
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WELCOME
We would like to welcome all players and collegiate coaches to Delray Beach (Palm Beach County), Florida. This prestigious event consisting of over 440 of the top-ranked Boys 18s & 16s in the United States, is organized by Players’ International Management, the same staff that organizes the Delray Beach Open by VITACOST.com, the only combined 10-day ATP 250 Tour Event and ATP Champions Tour Legends Event in the world. Please click 'more info' for event details.
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HOTEL & TRAVEL INFO.
Please reserve early... limited rooms available at discount rates!
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WEATHER UPDATES - MATCH TIMES CHANGES
For updated weather details and/or possible match delays, please check the TennisLink website instead of calling. Updates will be listed on the bottom of the page under the Important Info. tab. DO NOT check the times listed on the draws, as those times will only be changed in the evening (if applicable), not during the day.
To receive Weather & Match Schedule Updates, click the below to sign up for RainedOut updates or text DELRAYCLAYS2019 to 84483.
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*** IMPORTANT to ALL PLAYERS*** MATCH TENNIS APP
We are
excited to provide our entrants with the highest quality tournament experience!
Please register for Match
Tennis App. We will be using Match Tennis App during our
tournament for the following:
1. Important Tournament
Notifications- you
must register to receive automatic email messages for (rain delays, schedule
changes, draw changes etc.) - the event will continue to update TennisLink with Weather Updates (on the bottom of the page in Notes).
2. "Doubles Pairing" -
Privatized Service (Find a doubles partner for our tournament. Register, add
your name to the list, and connect with others looking)
3. "Find
a Warm-Up Partner" Privatized Service (Find a partner to warm-up
with before your matches. Add your name to the list and connect with others
looking)
Please register now to use any of
these free services. Enter promo code “FL-24695” during
registration for free access. You must register through the website before you
can use the mobile app. No Credit Card Required. Please click the
"more info” link below to register.
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IN NEED OF A DOUBLES PARTNER
If you need a doubles partner please use The Match Tennis App Free Doubles Pairing Service. Please click the link below to
register, add your name to the doubles request list, and communicate privately with
others who are also looking for a doubles partner. This service
is privatized through Match Tennis App, so you do NOT have to share any
personal contact info with others unless you choose to do so! If you are already a Match Tennis App subscriber, find our tournament, go to the tournament details page, click the “Find a Doubles Partner” button, and add your name
to the doubles partner request list for our tournament. Click the “more info” link
below to
register:
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REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN LOCATION (Boca Raton Resort & Club)
We are excited to announce that the Player Registration will take place at the Boca Raton Resort & Club (501 East Camino Real, Boca Raton). Parking info for Saturday only (thereafter, resort rules/fees apply) -- Very important to mention 'USTA Clay Court Nationals or 'YellowTennisBall' to the security gate to enter the resort grounds. Feel free to self-park (complimentary) or valet ($15). Enter through the Lobby and signs for College Expo, Check-in, etc. will be posted...
Designed by legendary architect Addison
Mizner, Boca Raton Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort has
reigned as an icon of elegance for more than 80 years. Today, the resort
remains faithful to its glamorous past, while radiating a vibrant
energy, offering infinite amenities to every type of guest. Situated on
356-acres in fabled South Florida, this eclectic, private village
offers the best of all worlds: an award-winning spa, championship golf
and tennis (18 Clay Courts available for hotel guests only), expansive beach and luxury marina – all just steps from
your door.
For hotel reservations, click more info. (limited rooms available).
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SCHEDULE: MANDATORY REGISTRATION, COLLEGE RECRUITING EXPO & FORUM, MATCH SCHEDULE
Click more info for: Registration, College Recruiting Expo, College Educational Forum, Match Schedule, Pre-event Clinics and Hitting Lessons.
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MATCH SITES & PRACTICE COURTS
Multiple sites will be used... Please check in 20 minutes before your match times (double-check the site abbreviations). We will call your match 15 minutes before the scheduled time if courts are available. Thank you!
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ALTERNATE SIGN-IN (Singles & Doubles): DAYS 1 & 2
Click
more info. for Alternate sign-in times and locations.
Doubles on-site alternates:
Day 1: B18 sign in @ Delray Beach Tennis Center by 1pm… B16 sign in @ Boca West
by 1pm.
Day 2: B18 sign in @ Delray Beach Tennis Center by 1pm…B16 sign in @ Boca West
by 1pm.
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ALTERNATES INFO, SIGN-IN, ENTRY PROCESS
*Replacing a Singles Main Draw Player Before Draw is Made (Wednesday prior to the event): The tournament committee shall replace a player who was accepted as part of a Section’s quota with the next player on the Section’s endorsement list. The tournament committee shall replace a player who was NOT accepted per the above, with the next highest remaining alternate (National Standings List).
*Replacing of Singles Main Draw Player After Draw is Made, but Before the Completion of the 1st Round: The tournament committee shall replace a player after the draw is made, but before the completion of the 1st round with the highest listed remaining alternate…No players are replaced in the draw after the completion of the 1st round. For example, a player who wins their 1st round, but cannot play their 2nd round due to injury, will NOT replaced with an alternate.
General Information on When On-Site Alternates may be Admitted in
Draws
• Alternates may be admitted
into the singles and doubles main draws to replace withdrawing players/teams
until the completion of the first round of play so long as doing so will not
invalidate the seedings. However, * A substitution may be made for a player or team who has reached
the second round by virtue of a bye. * A
substitution may be made for a player who is injured during the warm-up of the player’s first-round match or a second-round match that the player has
reached by virtue of a bye.
Information on Alternate Lists and How They Work
• The order of the
alternates is based on the original Alternate List published by the tournament,
not a more recent National Standings List, and not in the order in which
alternates sign in.
On-Site
Sign-In Information, Locations and Player Ordering
• On each day in which
alternates may be accepted into a draw, any alternate desiring admittance MUST
sign in and be ready for play no later than 15 minutes prior to the first
scheduled match time of the event for which they are an alternate until they
have been released because all matches for the day have begun (please arrive by 7:40am).
*Shortly after the daily on-site alternate sign-in closes, the
eligible players will be placed in their respective order *On-Site Alternate Sign-in for the B18 Division will take place at the Delray Beach Tennis Center, 201 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach *On-Site Alternate Sign-in for the B16
Division will take place at the Boca
West Country Club – Tennis Clubhouse, 20583 Boca West Dr., Boca Raton
Information
for Players After They’ve Signed In
• On-Site Alternates must
remain on-site at their designated location, be accessible and be ready for
play. • On-Site Alternates must
have transportation available to immediately go to an alternative tournament
site, if required. Three sites are used for first round singles and doubles
matches for each age group.
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ATHLETIC TRAINERS DETAILS
Click more info. for the locations where an Athletic Trainer will be based and make sure to allow for sufficient time if a trainer is not stationed at your match site.
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MANDATORY FORMS, EVENT INFO, ALTERNATE INFO & MORE
Click more info for details about: Mandatory forms (please bring with you, do not send pre-event), Selection, Match Format, FAQ's, Alternates, Athletic Trainers, Stringing, Withdraws, Draw Size and more.
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PLAYER HANDBOOK
Click 'more info' to view the Event Information, as well as the Player Handbook listing local restaurant favorites, things to do in the area, match and practice locations, etc.... GOOD LUCK!
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RENTAL CAR DISCOUNTS
Enterprise Rent a Car is the official rental car provider for the Delray Beach Open and the YellowTennisBall.com Series. For discounted rental car rates, click here (or call 800 261 7331) and mention Special Promo code 41WT149 when booking either online or over the phone.
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EVENT SPONSORS & SPECIAL PROMOTIONS
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SELECTION PROCESS, SEEDING CRITERIA, WILDCARDS, ETC.
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PLAYER BIO BOOK
Deadline to submit 7/5/2019! If you would like to order ($30) your take-home copy of the 2019 Player Bio Book, available for all NCAA coaches, media, competitors and their families, email or call in your completed order form to Marlena (MHall@YellowTennisBall.com).
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COLLEGE RECRUITING EXPO & EDUCATIONAL FORUM (Sat., July 13, 2019)
EXPO. The 6th annual event is proud to offer participants the opportunity to
meet/ask questions/learn from NCAA college coaches (school list
announced soon). Important (NCAA rules):
Players cannot speak with any college coaches after they register for
the event or at any time while they are still in the tournament...Click more info for details.
EDUCATIONAL FORUM. Transition from Junior Tennis to Collegiate Tennis. College Coaches will be speaking.
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STRINGER: OFFICIAL LOCATION
Pro Circuit Stringing will be based at the Wyndham Hotel (1950 Glades Road, Boca Raton). Cell: 678-428-3649. $18 per racket (plus string).
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SPONSORS PROMOTIONS
City of
Delray Beach (Host
City) is a beach lover’s destination with one of America’s most beautiful
seashores and we hope you’ll have some time to take a stroll along the warm
surf. We invite you to take a leisurely walk along Atlantic Avenue, enjoy the
galleries, boutiques and gourmet restaurants.
Vitacost.com, Inc. is an online retailer of health and wellness
products, providing an award-winning experience to customers through its
website, www.vitacost.com. Vitacost.com features affordable pricing and speedy
delivery on nearly 40,000 items, including dietary supplements (vitamins,
minerals and herbs), hard-to-find specialty foods, organic body and personal
care products, pet essentials and sports nutrition products. In addition,
Vitacost.com strives to motivate, educate and inspire healthier living for
customers by creating and curating thousands of helpful tips, expert articles
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Palm Beach County Sports Commission is a private, not-for-profit
organization contracted by Palm Beach County to promote and market the County
as a sports tourism destination. The Commission brings sporting events and
activities to the County, enhances economic impact, stimulates bed tax revenues
(with a focus on the off-season), and maximizes utilization of County
facilities.
Florida Sports Foundation is a 501(C)3 non-profit corporation. The mission of
the Florida Sports Foundation is to assist Florida’s communities with securing,
hosting and retaining Sporting events and sports related business that generate
significant economic impact and Sports Tourism for the state of Florida through
the Foundation’s grant programs, legislative initiatives and Industry Partner
service, recognition and development
Dwight Global Online School — the top online school for
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RS Tennis is a global premium tennis brand developed by 10 times
ATP Tour Champion and 2 times Grand Slam finalist Robin Soderling. Robin is the
first ATP Tour champion ever to develop tennis balls and strings. RS is known
for its excellent quality and modern branding. RS tennis balls have been used
in 6 ATP tour events and the premium RS strings is used by players on the ATP
and WTA tour as well as top juniors around the world.
Rafa Nadal Camps are here in US for first time ever. Are you ready
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Delray Medical Center. If you’re feeling a little nervous about an upcoming trip to the hospital, you’re not alone. You may be coming in for a screening and anxious to get the results. Or you may be scheduled for a more serious surgery. No matter why you’re coming to see us, you’ll find the information here to reassure you that you’ve made the right choice. From the stories of our patients to the depth of our services, at Delray Medical Center, we’re here to help.
Medicine Recovery & Performance understands beating the
competition and taking athletic performance to the next level is important.
That’s why we offer private coaching that’s 100% geared towards the athlete,
their unique sport, and exactly what it’s going to take to win. Unlike other
facilities who just focus on general fitness that doesn’t help you improve, we
focus on exactly what you need to make it to the next level.
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COLLEGE COACHES
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MEDIA
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PHOTOGRAPHY: YOUR GAME FACE
To Sign up for Action Photos or make appointments for match photography, call YourGrameFace at 214-543-5437. Prices:
* MATCH PLAY DIGITAL IMAGES - $150 (apx 150 photos sent via
DropBox) * SINGLE IMAGE POSTER 16X24 - $195 * TWO IMAGE POSTER 20X20 - $245 * FIVE IMAGE COLLAGE 20X30 - $395
HOW TO ORDER:
1. CALL TO SCHEDULE AND PAY FOR YOUR ORDER.
2. IF YOU DON’T KNOW EXACTLY WHAT YOU WANT TO ORDER, YOU CAN
PAY FOR THE DIGITAL
MATCH COVERAGE FOR $125 AND UPGRADE TO A POSTER LATER.
3. WE WILL DROP BOX THE IMAGES TO YOUR COMPUTER AFTER THE
EVENT, (OR MAIL A USB BY REQUEST).
4. FOR POSTER ORDERS, WE WILL EMAIL A PROOF SHEET OF THE
BEST IMAGES FOR YOU TO CHOOSE FINAL FAVS.
5. AFTER YOU ORDER…….. WHEN YOU GET YOUR COURT
NUMBER……….TEXT US THIS INFO:
1) PLAYER
NAME 2) COURT NUMBER 3) COLOR OF CLOTHING.
6. WE WILL NOT HAVE A PHOTO TENT UNTIL THE TOURNAMENT
CONSOLIDATES TO MAIN SITE IN DELRAY.
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SEEDING INFO + DRAWS POSTED
Singles seeds are based upon ATP, ITF, USTA and UTR rankings/ratings...Draw times and match locations will be posted on Friday, July 12 (5pm).
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WILDCARD APPLICATION INFO.
Update
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REFUND POLICY
Once the selection is finalized by the USTA, no refunds will be distributed.
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NATIONAL RANKING POINT BREAKDOWN
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ENTERING 2 DIVISIONS
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Players are selected from a variety of National Lists and generally require Section endorsement.
Entry to this tournament is restricted. To see how entrants will be selected, follow the “Selection Process” link to the left. It is the player’s responsibility to check the selection list(s) after registering online to be sure that a check mark appears beside the player’s name on the list, in order to insure proper registration. Entries must be submitted by Thursday, June 20, 2019 11:59:00 AM Eastern 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: 153602719 from the searchable schedule homepage.
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