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Level 6 in West Des Moines, IA, about 577 miles from you, entries close Tue, Sep 8, 4:59pm CDT. 36 in so far, Boys' Singles 14 & under is the busiest draw (13 of 16). What do you want to know?
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Draws
One set to 8, 7-point tiebreak · Hard courts · Yellow ball
| Division | Entered | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| Boys' Doubles 12 & under | 2 | 8 |
| Boys' Singles 12 & under | 5 | 16 |
| Boys' Doubles 14 & under | 3 | 8 |
| Boys' Singles 14 & under | 13 | 16 |
| Boys' Doubles 16 & under | 6 | 8 |
| Boys' Singles 16 & under | 13 | 16 |
| Boys' Doubles 18 & under | 1 | 8 |
| Boys' Singles 18 & under | 1 | 16 |
| Girls' Doubles 12 & under | 0 | 8 |
| Girls' Singles 12 & under | 1 | 16 |
| Girls' Doubles 14 & under | 0 | 8 |
| Girls' Singles 14 & under | 2 | 16 |
| Girls' Doubles 16 & under | 0 | 8 |
| Girls' Singles 16 & under | 0 | 16 |
| Girls' Doubles 18 & under | 0 | 8 |
| Girls' Singles 18 & under | 0 | 16 |
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
Des Moines Golf and Country Club is hosting a USTA Level 6 singles and doubles tournament in the BG12-BG18 divisions. All of the matches will be played outside.
Check-In
• Players must check in 30 minutes before each match , ready to play (shoes on, water filled, bathroom used).
• Match times are approximate and may shift slightly as play progresses.
Score Reporting
• Both players , win or lose, must report scores to the tournament desk immediately after each match.
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• Be sure to confirm your next match time before leaving the desk.
Singles
- The draw(s) with the most players after entries close should prepare for their first round matches to be played Friday, September 11th evening after 4:30 pm
- Single finals and playoffs will be played on Sunday, 9/13.
Doubles:
- Draws will remain open until NOON on Saturday, September 12th.
- Matches will start following the conclusion of all scheduled singles matches.
- Doubles will be single elimination with an 8 game, No-Ad Proset format.
- Should weather delays become an issue, we will cancel doubles.
L6 Tournament
Skill Level: Intermediate
Eligibility - This event will be open to all junior members and residents of all Sections. A player who is still eligible for the 8-and-under or 10-and-under divisions becomes eligible for older divisions of sanctioned USTA Missouri Valley tournaments only by first completing the USTA Net Generation Pathway.
Point Level - National Level 6
Draw Size - The singles draw is limited to 16 players.
Player Selection - After the entry deadline has passed, the Tournament Director will select the top 16 players in each division of the most recent National Standings List.
The Tournament Director will have an Alternate List for any players not selected for the top 16. A player may only register for one division.
Recommendations for Entering a L6
Watch the registration and change divisions before the deadline, if it looks as though your divisions is maxed out and another division is not full
Play other L6 Tournaments in nearby districts who may not reach the maximum entrants
Play the L7 tournaments and increase your ranking to help your chances of being selected
In most age groups, you must play USTA tournaments and have a ranking to be selected in the top 16
Match Formats
With Ad Scoring (may be modified by TD based on draw sizes/schedule/court availability)
Main draw - Best of two out of three tiebreak sets with a Super Tiebreak in lieu of 3rd set (10- point)
Consolation - Best of two out of three tiebreak Short Sets with Match Tiebreak in lieu of 3rd set (7-point)
Timeline
| Entries opened | — |
| Entries close | Tue, Sep 8, 4:59pm CDT |
| Selections | After entries close |
| Draws posted | Usually the week of |
| Play | Fri–Sun Sep 11–13, 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 (Tue, Sep 8, 4:59pm CDT). Draws usually post the week of the tournament. Text Coach Ace and we will tell you the moment either one lands.
Closing soon near you
- UPPER ARLINGTON FALL JR OPEN - BOYS 14, 16, 18s, GIRLS 14-16sLevel 6 · 5 mi · Sat–Sun Sep 12–13, 2026 · closes Tue, Sep 8, 5:59pm EDT
- Scarborough East Head-Penn Open B14-18s Single Day ShowdownLevel 7 · 9 mi · Fri Sep 11, 2026 · closes Tue, Sep 8, 5:59pm EDT
- Scarborough East Head-Penn Open BG12s Single Day ShowdownLevel 7 · 9 mi · Sat Sep 12, 2026 · closes Tue, Sep 8, 5:59pm EDT
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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