Host Hotel
Overland Park Sheraton & Convention Center - a Starwood property. .. $94 for singles/doubles occupancy.
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Withdrawal Information
http://www.usta.com/Youth-Tennis/Junior-Competition/WithdrawalsEntryFeeRefunds/
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Selection Process for Closed Regional
http://www.usta.com/Youth-Tennis/Junior-Competition/RTSelec_Closed/
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MANDATORY USTA WAIVER & RELEASE FORM
All players are required to submit a signed USTA Waiver & Release Form before competing in the tournament. A copy of the form will be sent to all accepted players shortly after selection. Applicants are encouraged to take care of this administrative task as soon as possible after tournament selection.
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DRAW AND MATCH FORMAT INFORMATION
Singles Draw and Match Format Information: The singles draw size is limited to 32 players. A Feed-In Championship whereby players are fed into the consolation through the Round of 16 will be played. The losing quarterfinalists will play off for 5th and 6th place and a playoff for 3rd and 4th place will also be held. All main draw matches and the 3rd/4th playoff will be the best of 3 Tiebreak sets with a 10-Point Match Tiebreak played in lieu of the 3rd set.
Doubles Draw and Match Format Information: The doubles draw size is limited to 16 teams. A single elimination format with a playoff for 3rd and 4th place will be played. All matches will be an 8-game pro set with a 7-Point Tiebreak at 8 games all.
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DOUBLES
Doubles Entry Deadline - Sat, Feb 6 - Noon Central Time: All singles players and alternates (including Late Entries) are eligible to enter the doubles, regardless of whether they registered with as a team with another player by the TennisLink entry deadline. • Teams that enter by the TennisLink entry deadline will be considered entered as a team in the tournament unless the Tournament Director receives in writing notice by Sat., Feb. 6 (noon) from both players that they no longer want to be considered for selection as a team. • Players that did not enter with a partner by the TL entry deadline may submit an entry until Sat., Feb. 6th at noon. Entries MUST come from both players as a verification that the players have agreed to compete as a team. • The Tournament Committee WILL NOT randomly pair players together as a team; pairings are only made when authorized as described above. NO BLIND DRAW.
Players Looking for Partners: The Tournament Committee will use its best efforts to facilitate players find partners before the doubles entry deadline. If you're interested in entering, but do not have a partner, please send Tournament Director an email (see above for email address) with the following information: name, telephone number, email. city and state of residence, USTA Membership Number, and a statement giving the Tournament Committee the authority to share your contact information with a prospective partner.
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Host Hotel.
Information Coming Soon. ... Feel free to email TD if needing suggestions for Overland Park, KS area (MANY choices)
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TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
Saturday (Day 1): Round 1 Doubles (Up 8 matches) - N/B 8:00 am start time for all matches Round 2 Doubles (4 matches) - N/B - 9:00 am Round 1 Singles Main Draw (16 matches) - start times begin at 9:30 am Round 2 Singles Main Draw (8 matches); Round 1 Consolation Singles (8 matches)
Sunday (Day 2): Round 2 Consolation Singles (8 matches) - matches may start as early as 8:00 am Round 3 Singles Main Draw/Quarterfinals (4 matches) Round 3 Consolation Singles/Quarterfinals (4 matches) Round 4 Singles Main Draw/Semifinals (2 matches); Quarterfinal Playoff Round 1 (2 matches) Round 3 Doubles/Semifinals (2 matches) - 8:00 am start time for both matches (tentative) Doubles Final: To be scheduled at the end of Day 2 taking into consideration players in singles matches and the need for appropriate rest. Monday (Day 3): 8:00 am: Singles Final, Singles 3rd/4th Playoff, Quarterfinal Playoff Final, Consolation Singles Semifinal 10:30 pm: Consolation Singles Final
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AIRPORT INFORMATION
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) This is the airport closest to OPRC/KCUT. Approximately 40-45 minutes from airport to club.
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HOSPITALITY AND PLAYER SERVICES
Club Facilities: All participants are welcome to take advantage of the tennis facilities. This includes use of the locker room (towels are free and available near the entrance), ice machine, and lounge with television. Exercise room must include adult supervision. The clubhouse features a pro shop with top of the line merchandise and a viewing area overlooking the competition courts.
Water and Ice: Water is available and the club also has an ice machine available for use by all participants. Although water and ice will be available, players are advised to bring water bottles/jugs to ensure they have ample water for proper hydration. There is not water jugs on the courts. Stringing: Full service stringing is available in the Pro Shop - ask front desk for pricing information and turnaround times.
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BALL TYPE
Wilson is the official provider of tennis balls for USTA Junior National Championships. Each match will be played with three Wilson Championship Extra Duty tennis balls.
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Click on the Selection Process tab to see how selections for this Regional will be made.
Entry to this tournament is open to specified residents only. Entries must be submitted by Thursday, January 14, 2016 11:59:00 AM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
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