Notes
USTA Junior Player Oath:
All players must abide the USTA Junior Player Oath as
follows:
"I recognize that tennis is a sport that places the responsibility
for fair play on me. I promise to abide by the rules of the game,
which require me to give the benefit of the doubt to my opponent.
At all times I shall strive to compete with the true spirit of
sportsmanship, recognizing that my behavior on the court is a
direct reflection of my character. Whether my matches end with my
victory or defeat, I promise to conduct myself in a way that honors
my opponents, those who support me, and the game of tennis."
TOURNAMENT SITE:
Welcome National Players to Seminole Lake Family Tennis Center! We
are secluded back in Seminole Lake Estates on the water with a
relaxing inviting family atmosphere.
We have 13 newly resurfaced clay courts with a breezy 2 story
upper deck overlooking the courts for easy spectating,
restaurant, locker rooms, pro shop etc....
TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION
Friday, February 9th
Registration will be at the "Tournament Desk" located on the 2nd
floor in the 2 story building of the tennis club Friday, February
9th from 2 PM - 8 PM. Please bring your completed Release and
Waiver form (found in the "more information" link below).
Registration is MANDATORY, but if you are unable to attend because
of travel arrangements, please notify the Tournament Director by
calling (727) 394-1733. and email:
info@seminolelakefamilytennis.com
ONSITE ALTERNATES:
Players wishing to sign-up as an on-site alternate must do so
Saturday morning at the tournament desk by 7:30 AM. Sign-in will
close at 7:30 AM.
The alternates will then be ordered according their seeding based
on the alternates that are on site.
Alternates can still play doubles even if they are not playing
singles IF there is a spot.
Match Formats:
*Main draw best of 3 tie break set
*Feed in Championships best of 3 tie break set with a 10 point
tiebreak in lieu of a third set
*Quarter final playoffs best of 3 set tiebreak sets with 10-
point match tiebreak in lieu of a third set
*Doubles 6 game pro set with 7 point tiebreak at 6 all
(SINGLE ELIMINATION)
Draws:
Draw will be made and posted 4 days prior to start of tournament
February 7th.
This division will be a draw-size of 32 with a Feed-in
Championship through the Round of 16. The FIC shall be played to
completion. The quarterfinal losers will be fed into a separate
draw to playoff for 5th and 6th place.* The semifinals losers will
playoff for 3rd and 4th place. The FIC shall be considered part of
the tournament and participation is mandatory for all singles main
draw players.
Consolations are mandatory; if your drop out you must let the
tournament director know OR penalty points will be assessed,
DEFAULT NO SHOW
Doubles:
Doubles Deadline will be February 6th by 6:00 pm.
Sign up for doubles: Both players need to send an email to the
tournament director by the 6th of February.If you need help finding
a partner please EMAIL the tournament director (NEEDS PARTNER).
All first round doubles will be played Saturday morning 8:00
am.
You are automatically eligible for doubles if you are selected
for singles.
Alternates not playing singles, can play doubles if there is a
spot.
DOUBLES PLAYED FIRST THING SATURDAY
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO LOOK AT DOUBLES DRAW FIRST . DOUBLES FIRST
ROUND WILL BE PLAYED AT 8:00 AM. SINGLES TO FOLLOW
Entry and Selection process:
https://www.usta.com/content/dam/usta/pdfs/Junior%20Competition_%20Entry%20and%20Selection%20Processes%20for%20the%20National%20Level%202%20and%20Level%203%20tournaments.pdf
Withdrawal/Entry Refund Policy
https://www.usta.com/content/dam/usta/pdfs/Junior%20Competition_Withdrawals%20and%20Entry%20Fee%20Refunds.pdf
Seeding
https://www.usta.com/content/dam/usta/pdfs/Junior%20Competition_Seeding%20Criteria.pdf
Courts and Practice courts
FRIDAY: On-Site
HarTru Courts will be available for practice from 12pm-8pm on
Friday.
"First come first serve" Reservations (727) 394-1733
There will be 2 hard courts and clay courts for practice throughout
the tournament "first come first serve reserve"
Stringing stringer will be available on property; $15
stringing only; $25,$30,$32 string provided
Airports:
St. Pete/Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
HotelsHoliday Inn Select 3535 Ulmerton Rd Clearwater Fl
33762--- 727-577-9100
Doubletree Redort by Hilton- 17120 Gulf Blv N Redington Beach
33708- 727391-4000
Hampton inn Suites 100 East Bay Dr Largo Fl 33770
855-233-0582
Marriott , 12600 Roosevelt Blv N, St Petersburg, Fl
727-572-7800
HospitaliityLunch will be provided Saturday and Sunday for
Players
Ranking more info
Player Selection TypeNational Selection Tournament
Entry TypeEntry 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, January 18, 2018 11:59:00 AM Eastern 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: 150002518 from the searchable schedule homepage.
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