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Level 6 in SAN JOSE, CA, about 2088 miles from you, entries close Sun, Sep 6, 2:59pm PDT. 102 in so far, Boys' Singles 14 & under is the busiest draw (35 of 8). What do you want to know?
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Draws
Best of 3 sets, 10-point match tiebreak for the third · Hard courts · Yellow ball
| Division | Entered | Draw | Alternates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys' Singles 12 & under | 19 | 8 full | 11 |
| Boys' Singles 14 & under | 35 | 8 full | 27 |
| Boys' Singles 16 & under | 16 | 8 full | 8 |
| Girls' Singles 12 & under | 9 | 8 full | 1 |
| Girls' Singles 14 & under | 21 | 8 full | 13 |
| Girls' Singles 16 & under | 2 | 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
120 to 130 players will be accepted for this event. 3 Location will be used if enough players are registered.
Location 1 is at IHS Saturday and Sunday
Location 2 is at MPPS on Saturday
Location 3 is at PHHS on Suday
The singles draw size is limited to 8 players with the option to expand, however the event must have at least four entries to be played as a round robin.
Singles Draw Format:
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• The number of players entered in an event will determine the draw format:
• a round robin will be played if 4 entries are received.
• Feed-In Championship to QF will be played if 5-8 entries are received, no 3rd or 4th.
Selection for Singles Draw:
Players will be selected in the order their names appear on the most recently published National Standings List of the division . All players not selected will be placed on an Alternate List. Only 10 alternates will be keep on the list.
Singles Seeding:
Singles seeding will be done using the most recently published Singles Seeding List of the division.
AWARDS :
1st and 2nd place finishers for draw of 8 players.
CHECKING-IN
Players should check in to the tournament desk 15 minutes prior to each match. Players will be penalized per USTA Friend at Court rules for being late and defaulted if 15 minutes late for a scheduled match.
NO COACHING!
Once your child enters the court, NO COACHING ALLOWED!
Match Formats:
Singles Main Draw
Best of 3 Tiebreak Sets with a 10-point Match Tiebreak played in lieu of a 3rd Set.
Singles Consolation (NO AD)
Best of 3 Short Sets (4 games set win by 2)with a 7-point Match Tiebreak played in lieu of a 3rd Set.
Refund Policy
• No refunds once registration closes and you have been selected.
• If tournament is canceled after registration closes, but before the actual start of the tournament, you are entitled to a full refund, minus the non-refundable USTA and Serve Tennis fees.
• If you play in at least 2 matches, no refund is due. Matches won by withdrawal, walkover, or default are considered as a match - per USTA.
• If tournament is canceled after registration closes, but before the actual start of the tournament, you are entitled to a paid refund, minus the non-refundable USTA and Serve Tennis fees.
The director's own notes, as published on USTA. Ace reads these too.
Timeline
| Entries opened | — |
| Entries close | Sun, Sep 6, 2:59pm PDT |
| Selections | After entries close |
| Draws posted | Usually the week of |
| Play | Sat–Sun Sep 12–13, 2026 |
Questions parents ask
Will my junior get in?
Boys' Singles 12 & under, Boys' Singles 14 & under, Boys' Singles 16 & under, Girls' Singles 12 & under, Girls' Singles 14 & under are full; the rest have room. 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.
Can we enter two divisions?
One event per player at this tournament. Pick the age group that matches your junior's birth year, or the one up if they are ready for it.
When do we know?
Selections post after entries close (Sun, Sep 6, 2:59pm PDT). 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
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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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