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Level 6 in DOWNERS GROVE, IL, about 291 miles from you, entries close Wed, Oct 21, 4:59pm CDT. What do you want to know?
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Draws
Format per USTA · Hard courts · Yellow ball
| Division | Entered | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| Boys' Team 14 & under | 0 | — |
| Boys' Team 16 & under | 0 | — |
| Boys' Team 18 & under | 0 | — |
| Girls' Team 14 & under | 1 | — |
Counts are live from USTA as of the last hour. Selection: per USTA.
From the tournament desk
Greetings Players & Families,
This is a 1 potentially 2-day Level 6 May Dominant Duo . Please review the details carefully and check the USTA website or app for official start times and site information.
General Reminders
Arrival: Please arrive 15 minutes before your start time.
Match Flow: Rounds may begin earlier or later than posted; do not leave without checking in with the tournament directors.
Communication: Ensure your phone number is correct in the USTA system—we will use this to notify you of round times.
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Locations: Note that the main tournament page lists only one location, but the actual draws will specify the school site.
Match Format (Each team gets 3 rounds, 1 round singles for each player and 1 doubles)
Doubles: One 6-game set, tiebreaker at 6-6 (7 points), No-Ad scoring
Singles: Best of 2 out of 3 short sets to 4 games, tiebreaker at 4-4 and in lieu of a 3rd set (7 points), No-Ad scoring
Order of Play: Each round starts with doubles, followed by #1 singles, then #2 singles (with a 5-minute break between singles). Tournament staff may adjust if matches run long.
Site:
Downers Grove North High School
Boys 14s and 16s & Girls 14s and G16
Downers Grove North High School (DGN)
4436 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515 Tennis courts are beside the football stadium and softball field. Enter from the one-way alley off Main Street. Courts are parallel with Ogden Ave.
Player Expectations
Warm-Up: Players may use open courts before matches if available; 5-minute warm-up will be provided with opponents.
Equipment & Comfort: Bring water, sunscreen, hats, and shade.
Sportsmanship: We expect good sportsmanship at all times. USTA’s Zero Tolerance Policy will be enforced—violations may result in penalties and suspension points.
Match & Court Conduct
Players should raise their racquet if they need assistance.
Follow all USTA, high school, and facility rules.
Switch sides after every odd game and leave balls at the net after matches.
Courtesy Matters:
Players make their own line calls on their side.
Always give the opponent the benefit of the doubt.
Call scores and “in/out” loudly.
Spectators may not make calls or interfere in matches.
We are looking forward to a great day of tennis. Thank you for your cooperation in making this a fun, competitive, and positive experience for all players!
Please indicate a partner when registering for this event. Any player unpaired at the time of registration closing will be automatically paired with another player by ranking before player selections are completed.
Timeline
| Entries opened | — |
| Entries close | Wed, Oct 21, 4:59pm CDT |
| Selections | After entries close |
| Draws posted | Usually the week of |
| Play | Sat–Sun Oct 24–25, 2026 |
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 6?
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, Oct 21, 4:59pm CDT). 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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