TOURNAMENT CANCELLED
All matches in the tournament have been cancelled due to very heavy rain in the Taylors area this afternoon as well as more rain forecast for the afternoon. We apologize and certainly hope that you will be back for our next tournament August 30th weekend.
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MIXED DOUBLES IS CANCELLED
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CHECK THE WEBSITE!!! CHECK THE WEBSITE!!!
Due to withdrawals, the draws have had to be updated so some times and sites have changed. Please check the website regularly and especially before leaving for each match to be sure you have the correct time and site.
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TOURNAMENT QUESTIONS
ALL TOURNAMENT QUESTIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE MUST BE DIRECTED TO THE REFEREE, LINDA SANDUSKY AT THE EMAIL ADDRESS ABOVE. THE DIRECTOR WILL NOT BE ABLE TO RESPOND TO CALLS OR EMAILS.
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DRAWS POSTED
Draws were posted at 2:45 on Thursday, May 2. Please remember to report to ALL matches 30 minutes prior to the time scheduled and report DIRECTLY TO THE SITE listed on the draw. Mixed doubles will be played on Sunday. The time for that match will be posted on Saturday evening.
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LOCATION (DIRECTIONS)
We will be playing matches at two sites (10 courts total.) PAV Pavilion: 400 Scottswood Road Taylors, SC 29687 Bspgs Butler Springs: 301 Butler Springs Rd, Greenville, SC 29615
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LATE ENTRIES AND AVOIDANCE REQUESTS
No late entries will be accepted after the deadline and we will also not accept avoidance requests after the deadline.
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REFUNDS FOR WITHDRAWALS
No refunds will be made for withdrawals after the deadline on Tuesday, April 30th at 11:59 pm.
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WITHDRAWALS
ALL withdrawals must be emailed to the tournament referee, Linda Sandusky.
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CHECK IN
Please check into ALL matches 30 minutes before the scheduled time. This will keep the tournament running on time. Also, you MUST report directly to the site listed on the draw. Do NOT report to the Pavilion for your first match unless that is where you are to play. You may stop by and pick up your shirt anytime during the weekend.
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MIXED DOUBLES
We will be playing mixed doubles in age divisions 12-18. Mixed doubles will be played on Sunday following singles matches. Please sign up with a partner so you will need his/her USTA number.
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WARM UP
Match warm ups will be limited to 5 minutes. WARM UP COURTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE AT THE TOURNAMENT SITES ONCE MATCHES BEGIN. Warm ups MAY BE done prior to the first matches each day at the tournament sites.
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LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED
Lunch will be provided for players on Saturday from 11-1 at The Pavilion check in area.
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AMENITIES
All entries will receive a $10 gift card for The Yard House Restaurant on Woodruff Road in Greenville. Fruit and snacks will be available throughout the weekend for the players. Lunch will be provided for the players on Saturday. EACH PLAYER WHO REGISTERS ONLINE WILL RECEIVE A TOURNAMENT T-SHIRT. Awards will be given to Champions and Finalist of the singles main draws, to Champion of the consolation draw and Champions of the doubles.
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DRAW FORMAT
Except for round robin formats, all singles draws will have a MODIFIED FEED-IN CONSOLATION. All players should report their scores, win or lose, at the tournament desk at the location of their match. Do not assume that you are finished with the tournament when you lose. ALWAYS double check the draws on line for your match times and locations. Doubles will be Single Elimination.
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10 and UNDER YOUTH PROGRESSION ELIGIBILITY
Please be aware that this tournament has two 10 and Under Youth Progression divisions: ORANGE BALL DIVISION AND GREEN BALL DIVISION. This means that in order to play in a 10 & Under division, you must be eligible for the corresponding level. If you are not able to register for a 10 & Under singles event, that means you are not eligible for that level. To find out more information call PJ Fulmer at (803)781-2574.
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BOYS' AND GIRLS' 10's ORANGE BALL DIVISIONS
Boys' and Girls' 10's orange ball divisions will be played on a 60' court using a low compression orange ball. Racquet size is limited to 25" or smaller. Draw format will be determined by the number of participants. Scoring format as follows: 2 out of 3 short sets using NO AD scoring, first to 4 and win by 2 games. 7 point tiebreak for 3rd set (first to 7 points wins the match, win by 2.) NO COACHING ALLOWED BETWEEN 2nd AND 3rd SETS. Doubles will be a 6 game set with a set tiebreak (first to 7, win by 2) at 6-6. Players must be able to serve out of the air.
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BOYS' AND GIRLS' 10's GREEN BALL DIVISIONS
Boys' and Girls' 10's green ball divisions will be played on a 78' court using a low compression green ball. Draw format will be determined by the number of participants. Scoring format is as follows: 2 out of 3 short sets using NO AD SCORING, first to 4 and win by 2 games, 7 point tiebreak for 3rd set (first to 7 points, win by 2.) NO COACHING ALLOWED BETWEEN 2nd AND 3rd SETS. Doubles will be a 6 game pro set, with a set tiebreak (first to 7, win by two) at 6-6. Players must be able to serve out of the air.
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MATCH SCORING FORMAT 12'S-18'S DIVISIONS
Singles main draw and consolation draw will play best 2 out of 3 sets with a 10 point match tiebreak in lieu of a 3rd set. A 7 point set tiebreak will be played when the set score is 6-6. AD SCORING WILL BE USED IN ALL 12's-18's DIVISIONS. If you split sets you are entitled to a 3 minute set break and on-court coaching is allowed. If you leave the court you will forfeit your time to receive coaching. All doubles will play a 6 game pro set with a 7 point tiebreak played at 6-6.
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South Carolina Tournament Level 2 and Southern Level 4
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Please take the time to fill out our tournament survey.
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Sportsmanship Responsibilities: All parents are encouraged complete the "Parenting My Champion" sportsmanship video before their player participates in this level tournament.
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Parents of 10 and
Under Players: If this is your child’s first USTA tournament and you are
having trouble registering, please contact USTA South Carolina at 803-781-2574
for assistance.
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First Tournament Promotion: Players participating in their first ever USTA tournament within the State of SC are eligible for the following promotion. Please copy the link to your browser to apply. SC Tournament Levels 1-4 $30 Amazon Gift Card SC Tournament Level 5 and 6 $20 Amazon Gift Card https://form.jotform.com/ustasc/firsttournament
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CHECK THIS SITE OFTEN Always double check your match times before you leave for your match! Also, check this site for up to the minute weather information. As soon as we make a decision concerning the weather delays, we will immediately post the information on the website.
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MEDICAL RELEASE FORM
USTA requires a medical release SIGNED BY THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN for every player prior to their first match. Please download, complete, and bring signed form to expedite player check-in. Turn in the release at the tournament check-in desk. Click USTA SC Medical Release Form to download the USTA SC Medical Release Form. Please copy and paste the link attached into your browser: http://s3.amazonaws.com/ustaassets/assets/576/15/usta_sc_medical_release_10.5.11.pdf
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10 & Under Youth Progression Eligibility Please be aware this tournament has two 10 & Under Youth Progression divisions. ORANGE BALL DIVISION AND GREEN BALL DIVISION. This means that in order to play in a 10 & Under division, you must be eligible for that corresponding level. If you are not able to register for a 10 & Under singles event, that means you are not eligible for that level. To find out more information call PJ Fulmer at (803) 781-2574.
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Tournament/Match Check In BRING YOUR MEDICAL FORM TO CHECK-IN Please check-in for the tournament 30 min. early. Tournament check-in will be available beginning Friday at 3:30 p.m. Please check into your site of play. If you are not scheduled to play Friday, the check-in is not mandatory, only check in at least 30 min. prior to your first match.
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Tournament Questions Direct all tournament questions to the Tournament Director, Tournament Organizer, or the Referee.
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Seeding Criteria The most current USTA Southern Standing List will be used for seeding purposes.
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Boys and Girls 10's Orange Ball Divsions Boy's and Girl's ORANGE BALL divisions will be played on a 60' court using a low compression orange ball. Racquet size is limited to 25" or smaller. Draw format will be determined by the number of participants. Scoring format as follows: 2 out of 3 short sets using NO AD scoring, first to 4 games (win by 1). If players split sets then a 7 point tiebreak is played for the 3rd set (win by 2). THERE IS NO COACHING BETWEEN THE 2nd AND 3rd SET BREAK IN THE 10 & UNDER DIVISIONS. Doubles will be a 6 game pro set Using NO AD scoring
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Boys and Girls 10's Green Ball Divisions Boy's and Girl's 10's GREEN BALL divisions will be played on a 78' court using low compression green ball. Draw format will be determined by the number of participants. Scoring format as follows: 2 out of 3 short sets using NO AD scoring, first to 4 games (win by 2). A 7 point tiebreak is played if players reach 4 all. If players split sets then a 7 point tiebreak is played for the 3rd set (win by 2). THERE IS NO COACHING BETWEEN THE 2nd AND 3rd SET BREAK IN THE 10 & UNDER DIVISIONS. Doubles will be a 6 game pro set using NO AD scoring
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No Selection Process. All registered players will be selected.
Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Tuesday, April 30, 2019 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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