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After the draw is posted, any withdrawal will not lead to any re-ordering of team members. If a player withdraws after the draw is posted, then the first alternate will be placed on that team.
POINTS PER ROUND
This tournament carries with it USTA Level 4 Team Tournament points. All players will receive Position #1 points for wins. For more information on ranking points, please click the following link: more info
MATCH SCORING/DRAW SIZE
16-Compass Mixed Dominant Duo. Players will have a singles and doubles match each round. All singles matches are best of three tie-break sets with a 10-point tiebreaker in lieu of a 3rd set. All doubles matches are 6-game sets with a 7-point tiebreaker played at 6 all. All matches will be no-ad scoring.
ORDER OF PLAY
SATURDAY & SUNDAY: 2 rounds of play
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
In an effort to promote a more enjoyable and fair experience for all, the following policy is in immediate force and effect and will be diligently and stringently enforced. USTA Midwest has implemented a “ZERO TOLERANCE” policy on improper behavior. Please click here to view the policy.
PLAYER CONTACT INFORMATION POLICY
If you do not provide an email address and/or cell number(s) when you register for this tournament, then we will not be able to notify you about any possible changes in the tournament.
PROVIDE YOUR FEEDBACK
If you have questions about USTA/Midwest tournaments, please email jrtourney@midwest.usta.com .
TOURNAMENT FEES
1) If your credit card has been declined, the tournament director will be reaching out to you, and they will have the option to withdraw you from the competitors' list if you do not respond and communicate with them. 2) No refunds after player selection.
WRITTEN NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR WITHDRAWS
After draws are published, any player coded as "Withdrawal" or "Walkover" on the draw sheet must submit written verification (email) regarding the reason for withdrawal. If the player is not playing because of an injury or illness, the player shall deliver written verification of the injury or illness from a medical professional. If the player is not playing because of a personal circumstance, the player shall deliver a written description of the situation. If the reason is not for INJURY, ILLNESS, PERSONAL CIRCUMSTANCE, or previously authorized entry into another tournament, the player is subject to the Suspension Point System ( Friend at Court pp. 115-120 ). Written verifications should be emailed to jrtourney@midwest.usta.com no later than the last day of the tournament to be considered valid. This is in accordance with USTA Regulation IV.C.16.
DUAL ENTRY
Please see this link if you have signed up for two tournaments on the same weekend. more info
TOURNAMENT HOTEL
The Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Racine Harbourwalk in Downtown Racine on Lake Michigan @ 223 Gaslight Circle. Guests will enjoy comfortable well-appointed guest rooms, indoor pool, whirlpool, complementary wireless internet, and an onsite Chancery Restaurant. To book a room call reservations at 844-778-2137 and simply mention that you are participating in the tennis tournament at the Racine Tennis Club and receive a tournament discount rate. For additional information, please visit the website at http://racineharbourwalk.doubletreebyhilton.com
The Country Inn and Suites, 7011 122nd Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53142. Rate includes free hot breakfast, 24 hour fitness and swimming, and a microwave and refrigerator in your room. Book your reservation by calling (262)857-3680 and asking for the West Side Tennis & Swim Club rate and use Club Code 120546 when calling, Rates starting at $105.00 plus tax per night.
TOURNAMENT LOCATIONS
Please make sure you know which club you are playing at. Matches followed by "RTC" will be played at the Lifesport Tennis Club - Racine (Racine Tennis Club), 5100 Briarwood Lane, Racine, WI 53402 (262-639-6100). Matches followed by "Keno" will be played at the Lifesport Tennis Club - Kenosha (East Side Tennis & Fitness Club), 7611 Sheridan Road, Kenosha, WI 53143 (262-652-7373).
DRAWS & MATCH STARTING TIMES
Tournament draws and match starting times will be available on the Wednesday prior to the start date of the tournament after 6:00pm. Click on the word DRAW to find each draw with match times and match location. Please make sure you know which club you are playing at. Matches followed by "RTC" will be played at the Lifesport Tennis Club - Racine (Racine Tennis Club), 5100 Briarwood Lane, Racine, WI 53402 (262-639-6100). Matches followed by "Keno" will be played at the Lifesport Tennis Club - Kenosha (East Side Tennis & Fitness Club), 7611 Sheridan Road, Kenosha, WI 53143 (262-652-7373).
PRACTICE & WARM-UP COURTS
After the draws are posted, you may call one of the clubs listed below to book ONLY a practice court for Friday. Lifesport Tennis Club - Kenosha (East Side Tennis & Fitness Club), 7611 Sheridan Road, Kenosha, WI 53143 (262-652-7373); Lifesport Tennis Club - Racine (Racine Tennis Club), 5100 Briarwood Lane, Racine, WI 53402 (262-639-6100). We will be offering a limited amount of Practice Courts on Friday night - full court for an hour for the reduced rate of $20 per hour. Warm-Up Courts start Saturday and go through Sunday and are on a Half Hour basis only for $5 per player. To accommodate the most players, there can be up to 4 players on a warm-up court. Warm-Up Courts for Saturday will be available to book on Thursday after 9am. Please mention the tournament in order to be able to book a court at any of these clubs. You will need to pre-pay for the courts with a credit card.