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Level 7 in Pontiac, MI, about 185 miles from you, entries close Wed, Jan 6, 5:59pm EST. What do you want to know?
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Draws
Best of 3 sets, 7-point match tiebreak for the third · Hard courts · Yellow ball
| Division | Entered | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| Boys' Singles 16 & under | 0 | 8 |
| Boys' Singles 18 & under | 0 | 8 |
Counts are live from USTA as of the last hour. Selection is by ranking list: a full draw still takes alternates, and unranked juniors get in when a draw is not full.
From the tournament desk
This is a Level 7: One Day USTA Sanctioned Singles Tournament for Boys 16 & under and Boys 18 & under.
• LOCATION: Wessen Indoor Tennis Club
• DATE: Friday, January 8, 2027
• TIME: First-round matches begin at 6:30 PM. Plan on 2-3 hours.
• COST: $65 per player
TOURNAMENT INFORMATION:
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• A max number of players per is set per Division, however we may be able to accept more players, depending on available courts. Do not hesitate to register. We will try to get everyone in.
• 2 short sets to 4 with a 7 point tiebreak at 4-4 and a 7 point tiebreak for split sets. NO ADS. Compass Draw, unless less than 8 players in the division, then Round Robin.
• Bottom-up player selection, based on rankings. This means players witthout a USTA ranking will be selected first. Highest ranked players will be selected last.
PLAYERS - PLEASE READ:
• Check-In: Please arrive no later than 6:15 PM, and check in at the tournament desk.
• Warm-Up: Each player will get a 10 minute warm-up for their first match (does not apply to late arrivals!)
• Lateness Rule: Please arrive on time! USTA Point Penalty system will be used. If you are running late, please call the Tournament Director (see below.) • 5 minutes or less: Loss of toss and 1 game
• 5:01-10 minutes: Loss of toss and 1 game plus 2 points
• 10:01-15 minutes: Loss of toss and 2 games
• More than 15 minutes: Default
IMPORTANT DATES:
• REGISTRATION CLOSES: Wednesday, January 6 @ 5:59 PM
• PLAYERS SELECTION: Wednesday, January 6
• DRAWS POSTED: Thursday, January 7
• TOURNAMENT DATE: Friday, January 8
• Registration Closes: Wednesday, January 6 @ 5:59 PM
• Cost per Player: $65
• Tournament Venue: Wessen Indoor Tennis Club, 121 Branch St., Pontiac, MI 48341
• Club Front Desk: 248-253-9300
• Tournament Director : Joel Ewald • If you have questions about the tournament, please communicate via email joel@wessenitc.com , or call the club at 248-253-9300.
• *During the tournament - if you need to get in touch with Coach Joel during the tournament for an emergency situation, please call 248-410-9451 * This number is monitored on the day of the tournament while players are on court. This number is ONLY for emergencies, late arrivals, etc.
Rules:
• ZERO TOLERANCE: The USTA has implemented a Zero Tolerance Policy and this will be strictly enforced. Please see this link for more information: Zero Tolerance Policy .
• DUAL-ENTRY: Players are only allowed to be signed up for multiple overlapping events with written consent from both tournament directors. Players who disregard this rule are subject to suspension points
Timeline
| Entries opened | — |
| Entries close | Wed, Jan 6, 5:59pm EST |
| Selections | After entries close |
| Draws posted | Usually the week of |
| Play | Fri Jan 8, 2027 |
Questions parents ask
Will my junior get in?
No draw is full yet. Selection is by ranking list, so a junior with no ranking can still get in when a draw is not full, and goes on the alternate list when it is.
What is a Level 7?
The entry point of USTA junior tennis. One or two days, local, no ranking needed to enter, and every win earns ranking points. The right first tournament.
When do we know?
Selections post after entries close (Wed, Jan 6, 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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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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