Will my junior get in?
We read their standing against this draw and tell you where that leaves them. We don't store their name without your permission.
Match format: One set to 8, 7-point tiebreak
Courts: Hard · Ball: Yellow ball
What your junior can earn
Points run off the round reached, not the draw size: up to 900 ranking points for winning it.
| Champion | 900 |
| Finalist | 675 |
| Semifinalist | 450 |
| Quarterfinalist | 315 |
| Round of 16 | 162 |
| Each consolation round won | 32 |
Standings points, before bonus points for beating a ranked opponent. What a result is actually worth to your junior depends on the six results they are already counting.
Draws
| Division | Draw |
|---|---|
| Boys' Doubles 18 & under | 16 |
| Boys' Singles 18 & under | 32 |
Entries open Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm EST; counts start then. Selection runs off the ranking list when entries close, highest ranked first, so whether a junior gets in depends on where they sit in this field. Add their USTA ID and we will tell you above.
Ask Coach Ace about this one
Level 3 in Wexford, PA, entries close Wed, Dec 30, 5:59pm EST. Entries open Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm EST. What do you want to know?
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From the tournament desk
MIDDLE STATES CLOSED LEVEL 3 TOURNAMENT INFORMATION (INDOORS)
THIS TOURNAMENT IS CLOSED TO MIDDLE STATES SECTION PLAYERS ONLY
PLAYERS MAY APPLY TO TWO CLOSED LEVEL 3 AGE DIVISIONS – YOU WILL BE SELECTED TO THE HIGHER AGE DIVISION IF YOU QUALIFY FOR BOTH
THIS TOURNAMENT WILL START AT 4 PM ON FRIDAY – PLEASE NOTE THIS POSSIBILITY WHEN APPLYING
DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO REGISTER
Online registration is required and needs to be COMPLETED before the entry deadline. In the case of a technical problem, contact the USTA MS Junior Competition Department at jrcomp@ms.usta.com BEFORE THE ENTRY DEADLINE. The time stamp on the email needs to be BEFORE the entry deadline.
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YOU CAN ONLY PLAY DOUBLES IN THE AGE DIVISION TOURNAMENT IN WHICH YOU ARE ACCEPTED FOR SINGLES
SELECTIONS AND SEEDINGS WILL BE DETERMINED USING THE NATIONAL STANDINGS LIST (COMBINED) AS OF THE DATE ENTRIES CLOSE
SINGLES: 32 PLAYER DRAW – FIC ROUND OF 16 – CONSOLATION DRAW PLAYED OUT TO COMPLETION (DETERMINES 9TH PLACE)
QUARTERFINAL MAIN DRAW LOSERS FEED INTO SEPARATE DRAW TO DETERMINE THE 5TH PLACE WINNER
3RD/4TH PLAYOFF WILL BE PLAYED
DOUBLES: 16 TEAM DRAW – SINGLE ELIMINATION – YOU MUST REGISTER WITH A PARTNER. PLAYERS MUST E-MAIL THE TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR WITH THEIR INTENDED PARTNER BEFORE ENTRIES CLOSE IF YOU CANNOT INDICATE YOUR PARTNER ONLINE. WE WILL NOT PAIR UP PLAYERS.
3RD/4TH PLAYOFF FOR DOUBLES WILL NOT BE PLAYED
MATCH FORMATS:
SINGLES MAIN DRAW: 2 OUT OF 3 SETS WITH A 10-POINT MATCH TIEBREAK IN LIEU OF 3RD SET
SINGLES CONSOLATION DRAW: SAME AS MAIN DRAW EXCEPT NO-AD SCORING
DOUBLES: 8 GAME PRO SET – NO AD SCORING. 7 POINT TIEBREAK PLAYED AT 8 GAMES ALL
MATCH SCHEDULE:
FIRST ROUND MATCHES WILL BE PLAYED ON FRIDAY STARTING WITH MAIN DRAW DOUBLES AND FOLLOWED BY ONE ROUND OF MAIN DRAW SINGLES
SATURDAY/SUNDAY – TO BE DETERMINED
No Late Entries Accepted
Refund Policy/Withdrawing Before Entries Close:
Players can withdraw themselves online any time before the tournament deadline. For instructions on how to withdraw, click here: WITHDRAW . No charge is made before the tournament deadline. AFTER THE DEADLINE HAS PASSED, NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS WILL BE ISSUED IF A PLAYER IS SELECTED AND UNABLE TO PLAY FOR ANY REASON.
Written Verification Requirement for Withdrawals Due to Injury, Illness or Personal Circumstance after selections have been made:
• Illness or Injury: The required written verification of an injury or illness must be from a medical professional and must be received by the tournament no later than the last scheduled day of the tournament.
• Personal Circumstance: If the player is withdrawing because of a personal circumstance, the player must deliver a written description of the situation no later than the last scheduled day of the tournament, and the Referee will determine whether the situation is a personal circumstance.
USTA Suspension Points for Withdrawals:
Any withdrawal (other than for previously authorized entry into concurrent tournaments) that does not meet the written verification requirements described above by the last scheduled day of the tournament (and, in the case of personal
circumstances, has also been approved as a personal circumstance by the Referee) will result in the player being levied suspension points, and any match that is not played will be coded as a Default.
USTA National Directive for Withdrawals and Refund
Sportsmanship and the USTA Player Oath: All participants shall familiarize themselves with FRIEND AT COURT , the rules of Tennis. By participating in the tournament, all players agree to abide by the USTA Player Oath: "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."
Spectator Oath: All tournament guests, including family members, coaches and other spectators, must adhere to the USTA Spectator Oath: “I pledge to set a positive example for players, treat fellow parents, coaches and officials with respect, emphasize the importance of fair play and good sportsmanship, cheer respectfully for winner and good points - not errors and double faults, allow players to work out on-court disputes, and not interfere with matches.”
Please click on the link below to the liability waiver that must be completed in order for you to participate in these tournaments. This waiver confirms you will adhere to the policies, regulations, and instructions issued by the USTA and the facility in which you are playing. https://form.jotform.com/ustams10s/msjrreleaseandwaiver
The director's own notes, as published on USTA. Ace reads these too.
Timeline
| Entries open | Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm EST |
| Entries close | Wed, Dec 30, 5:59pm EST |
| Selections | After entries close |
| Draws posted | Usually the week of |
| Play | Fri–Sun Jan 8–10, 2027 |
Questions parents ask
Will my junior get in?
Entries open Wed, Nov 18, 12:00pm EST. Selection runs off the ranking list when entries close, highest ranked first, 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 Level 3?
USTA junior tournaments run from Level 7 (local, open to anyone) up to Level 1 (national). Lower number, stronger field, more points. Points run off the round reached, not the draw size: up to 900 ranking points for winning it.
When do we know?
Selections post after entries close (Wed, Dec 30, 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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