USTA National Level 2 Tournament at Seminole Lake

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
All players MUST turn in a medical waiver prior to their first match signed by a parent or legal guardian in order to play in this event. Please print off and complete the USTA Medical Release Form prior to arrival at
https://assets-ssl.usta.com/assets/1/15/usta_release_and_waiver._juniors._2015.pdf

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:
*Singles: best 2 of 3 tiebreak sets with a Match Tiebreak in lieu of a 3rd set, regular scoring
Doubles: 8-game pro set with a tiebreak at 8-games all, no-ad scoring (SINGLE ELIMINATION)
Day 1: 2 main draw singles, 1 cons singles, 2 rounds of doubles.
Day 2: 2 main draw singles, 2 cons singles, 1 Q-cons playoff, 1 round of doubles
Day 3: Singles & Doubles Finals and 3/4 playoff, 2 cons singles, Q-cons Final

Draws:
Draw will be made and posted 4 days prior to start of tournament and posted on 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).
*If we help you get a partner:
1.you understand it is at random and you are willing to play with that player.
2. we can NOT give out information about another player unless permission is given by the player and/or family


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


The National Spring Championships (Easter Bowl)
All SINGLES finalists and SINGLES champions of the February National Level 2 will automatically qualify for the same age division of The National Spring Championships (Easter Bowl). Players must still register for The National Spring Championships in order to be considered for the event. NOTE: These players must still register for the tournament. DOES NOT APPLY TO 18's DIVISION. To read more about the National Championship selection process click here.

The National Championships
All SINGLES finalists and SINGLES champions of the October National Level 2 will automatically qualify for the same age division of The National Winter Championships. Players must still register for The National Championships in order to be considered for the event. NOTE: These players must still register for the tournament. To read more about the National Championship selection process click here.

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
file:///C:/Users/Kelly.work/Downloads/Junior%20Competition_Seeding%20Criteria%20(1).pdf

Eligibility for USTA National Junior Tournaments, USTA National Level 3 Tournaments, and Additional USTA Junior National Tournaments
https://www.usta.com/en/home/play/play-as-a-member/national/eligibility.html


National Ranking Point Tables: Although not required, it is helpful to provide players with information on the ranking points they will be earning for the draw type(s) being played.
https://www.usta.com/content/dam/usta/pdfs/20170307_2017.Point.Tables.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"

Hitting Pro Available:
Coach Michael is available throughout the tournament 30 min Slots


Stringing stringer will be available on property;
$20 stringing only;
$25,$30,$32 string provided

Airports:
St. Pete/Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)

_Hotels: _
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OUR Brand new hotel!: HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS, Come see why they are number 1 on "Trip Advisory"
FREE Shuttle
FREE Hot American breakfast buffet
(Tell them your are with the "USTA NATIONAL" GROUP)
(Tell them your are with the "USTA NATIONAL" GROUP)from the Seminole Lake Family Tennis Tournament. 727-914-7107
((RESERVATIONS DEADLINE JANUARY 15th, 2019))
((CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE BY FEBRUARY 14TH 3PM))

OTHER HOTEL OPTIONS:
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

Hospitaliity
Lunch will be provided Saturday and Sunday for Players
Ranking more info

National Selection Tournament

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, January 16, 2020 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: 150001720 from the searchable schedule homepage.

Division and Draw Type Abbreviations Legend

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