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Unsanctioned in Kissimmee, FL, entries close Wed, Dec 2, 5:59pm EST. What do you want to know?
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Draws
One set to 6, 10-point tiebreak · Hard courts · Red ball
| Division | Entered | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| Coed Singles 8 & under - Red | 0 | 32 |
Counted within the last hour. Selection: First come.
Will my junior get in?
The ID is on your junior's USTA account. We look up their published standing, read it against this tournament's entry count and its selection rule, and tell you where that leaves them. We never ask for a name and USTA never sends us one.
From the tournament desk
Please read the FAQs below before calling, emailing, or texting us about the event! They answer the most common questions we are asked prior to registration closing.
Book your room early if you plan to stay on-site during the tournament, they sell out fast on busy weekends! Star-Island.com
FAQs:
Why hasn't my credit card been charged yet / I need to withdraw? You have up until the time registration closes to withdraw without being charged, credit cards are not charged when you register. If you need to withdraw before registration closes, follow the directions in this link. How to Withdraw . Once registration has closed, your card will be charged and it is non-refundable.
What time will the tournament start? The first matches of the tournament typically start between 8 and 9 am, but that doesn't mean you will. Most of the time, Red ball starts after 11am. Start time are very dependent on the number of player in the tournament and in your specific draw. I can't answer this question until we have completed taking entries, compiled the draws, and the draws are officially posted.
How will I know when the draws have been posted? Typically the draws are posted on Friday morning by 11AM. Please don't call, text, or email prior to this time asking for your match times, if we haven't posted it, it's because it isn't finalized yet. When the draws are complete and posted, you will find them under the DRAWS tab. We will send out an email when draws are posted to notify players to check online.
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I live far away, can I get a late start? No, since these are round robin format, all of the players typically need to start at the same time.
Are there warmup courts available? Typically, only prior to the earliest matches of the day. Because we normally reach our facility capacity during tournaments, we need all of the courts for match play. There are free public courts at Oak Street Park in Kissimmee, about 6 miles from our location, they are usually first come, first serve.
General info: The resort amenities including but not limited to the playground, minigolf course, pool and pool area are not open to tournament players or their families unless you have a room booked on property during the tournament. If you'd like access to the amenities by booking a room for the weekend please visit star-island.com . Players and their families are permitted to enter the pool area for access to the market/deli, bar, and restrooms.
PETS are NOT permitted at Star Island unless they are a registered service animal in their vest. Emotional support animals and pets that do not provide a neccesary physical service are not allowed on property.
The director's own notes, as published on USTA. Ace reads these too.
Timeline
| Entries opened | — |
| Entries close | Wed, Dec 2, 5:59pm EST |
| Selections | After entries close |
| Draws posted | Usually the week of |
| Play | Sat Dec 5, 2026 |
Questions parents ask
Will my junior get in?
No draw is full yet. Selection runs off the ranking list when entries close, and it runs differently at different levels, so whether a junior gets in depends on where they sit in this field. Add their USTA ID and we will tell you.
What is a Unsanctioned?
USTA junior tournaments run from Level 7 (local, open to anyone) up to Level 1 (national). Lower number, stronger field, more points.
When do we know?
Selections post after entries close (Wed, Dec 2, 5:59pm EST). Draws usually post the week of the tournament. Text Coach Ace and we will tell you the moment either one lands.
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More junior tournaments
Text Coach Ace at (213) 410-2440 with your junior's name and division. Ace keeps the file: deadline, selections, draws, and what to do the night before.
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