Patel Tennis (Tuesday-Wednesday), Fountain Valley

• Doubles BU12, BU14, GU12, GU14, GU16 - We will select 16 teams ( 32 players)

• Doubles BU16 - We will select 16 teams ( 32 players)

• Doubles GU18 and BU18 - We will select 8 teams ( 16 players)

• IF we have less entries in Doubles then It will be a Round Robin Draw ****

• We may combined two doubles draws if there are less entries, I will send email to players/parents before we add you to draw.

We will be using 3 locations :

FVHS = Fountain Valley High School (Sat and Sun) - FVHS - GOOGLE MAPS

1) FVHS - Fountain Valley High School

17816 Bushard St. Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Parking is free and it is located next to tennis court off the Bushard Street.

2) BGHS = Bolsa Grande High School (Only Sat) - GOOGLE MAPS

BOLSA GRANDE High School

9401 WESTMINSTER BLVD, GARDEN GROVE, CA 92844

Parking is free and it is located next to tennis court off the Deodara Street.

3) BU- Biola University = (Only Sat) Google Map

Site location parking info

SITE LOCATIONS13800 BIOLA AVE, La Mirada CA 90639.

Parking: The courts are on the corner of Biola Ave and Roma. You can enter through the main gate on Biola ave. Once you pass the science center (about 300ft from entrance), make a right and go straight

Match Details

• Start Time: 8:00 AM both days

• Match Format: • Singles: Best of two sets, 10 point match tiebreak in lieu of third set (regular scoring)

• Doubles: 8-game pro set, no-ad, tiebreak at 8–8

Balls: Dunlop GRAND PRIX Extra Duty Hard Court balls

Check-In & Match Procedure

• Check-in: Minimum 15 minutes before your match

• Late Check-In Penalties (Per USTA Rules): • 0:01 – 0:05 late: lose toss + 1 game

• 0:06 – 0:10 late: lose toss + 2 games

• 0:11 – 0:15 late: lose toss + 3 games

• 0:16+: match default

• Doubles Check-In: Both players must check in together

• Restrooms: Please use facilities before checking in

We are proud to have the following (TBD) officials on-site:

• Tournament Referee: Marcia Jones

• We will have umpires and court watchers present. Court watchers are authorized to overrule calls to ensure fair play.

Alternates & Entry Notes

• Alternates will be considered for first-round matches only

• On-site alternates must check in at the desk and be ready to play

• Entry Selection: Based on NSL

• Seeding: Based on NSL

• If replaced by an alternate, no refund or credit will be issued

Warm-Up Courts

• FVHS & BGHS: Sat & Sun: 7:15 – 7:50 AM

BU: Sat: 7:20 AM

• Sunday: First come, first served if courts are open

• Nearby Public Courts: La Quinta HS, Ellis Park, Murdy Park

Food & Amenities

• Complimentary snacks, and bottled water at all sites.

• Every player will receive a 32oz Patel Tennis water bottle

• Numerous restaurants available on Brookhurst St nearby

Match Schedule

• Saturday: Main Draw Singles & Doubles (Rounds of 16 & QF)

• Sunday: Main Draw Semifinals & Finals

• Semi-finals and Finals Location: Fountain Valley High School (HS)

• Draws Posted: Wednesday, May 7 by 8:00 PM

• Sat and Sun: Consolation Matches

Tournament Policies

• No refunds or credits will be issued after entries are processed

• All players must report match scores to the desk and check their next match

• Players must notify withdrawal in writing via email—no-shows without written notice will incur 5 suspension points under USTA rules

We’re committed to making this event a memorable and positive experience for all players and families. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you and best of luck to all competitors!

Sincerely,

Harshul Patel

Tournament Director

(949) 842-3892 (Text Only)

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MATCH FORMATS

ALL MAIN DRAW MATCHES WILL BE "BEST OF TWO SETS" WITH A MATCH TIE BREAK IN LIEU OF A THIRD SET. (FIRST TO 10 BY 2) - Regular Scoring

Consolation: Depending on your draw size you will either have first match loss consolation or you will also feed to the consolation if you lose the second match. you will have to check the draw closely or ask at the desk.

Players are required to play in the consolation. It’s ok if you withdraw from the consolation for illness, injury, or personal reason. What is NOT ok, is if you NO-SHOW from your scheduled consolation match. if you do this, you will be assessed 5 suspension points. (If your division has less than 16 players, the format for consolation may change.)

MATCH FORMAT CONSOLATION: One 8 game pro set, No-Ad. (7 point tie-break at 8 games all)

**Draws and match formats may be altered for cogent reason.

ALL PLAYERS WHO WITHDRAW FROM THE MAIN OR CONSOLATION DRAWS MUST EMAIL Harshul Patel AT pateltennis@outlook.com it must be received before your scheduled match, or you may face suspension points for a No-Show. Telling the person at the desk is not sufficient. We must have it in writing.

Seedings: Seeding will be based off the National Standings List

Selection Process:

Players will be selected using the latest USTA National Standings list when selection is made. Selections based on NSL rankings.

• Both days Matches will start at 8 am.

• Main draw matches will be best of 2 sets, 3rd set 10-point tiebreak REGULAR SCORING

• Consolation matches will be 8 game pro-set (@ 8-8 7-point tiebreak) No ad Scoring

• Doubles: 8 game pro set. regular tiebreak at 8-8. No Ad Scoring

*** EVERY PLAYER WILL RECEIVE PATEL TENNIS 32 0Z WATER BOTTLE (New Colors - Royal Blue and Dark Purple)***

There will be crystal trophies for the main draw, consolation (Champion and Runner-up), and doubles events. (champions and finalists).

** Draws and match formats may be altered for cogent reasons.

Balls: Dunlop Grand Prix hard court extra duty tennis balls will be used for every match

*** THERE WILL BE NO REFUND or CREDIT ONCE WE PROCESS YOUR ENTRY FOR ANY REASON ***

Match Schedule:

• Sat: Main Draw Singles and Doubles - Round of 16, QF

• Sun: Main Draw Singles and Doubles - Semifinal, Final

• Doubles may play two rounds if the draw is smaller! It all depends of the draw and conflict of players playing singles and doubles matches

• Please note: Consolation Match schedule MAY change, depending of the conflict of remaining players in the draw playing singles and doubles matches.

• SOME CONSOLATION MATCHES WILL BE PLAYED ON SATURDAY EVENING FOLLOWED BY MAIN DRAW SINGLES AND DOUBLES MATCHES.

• REST OF THE CONSOLATION MATCHES WILL BE PLAYED ON SUNDAY STARTING AT 8 AM.

• THERE ARE PLAYERS DRIVING FROM LA, RIVERSIDE, SAN DIEGO TO PLAY CONSOLATION MATCHES. PLEASE LET ME KNOW BY TEXT OR EAMIL IF YOU ARE NOT GOING TO PLAY CONSOLATION MATCHES.

• Consolation matches schedule will be updated within a few hours of your 1st match.

• Time will be posted on each round! Please pay attention to where and when your matches are!

Warm up courts:

• FVHS and BGHS : Available - Sat and Sun from 7:15 am to 7:50 am only. HBHS - 730 am on SAT only

• Sunday from 7:15 am onwards, If any courts are open, First come first serve, You may have to share your court!

• PLEASE NOTE: WE DON'T Guarantee warm up courts. You are welcome to use them if they are open!

• La Quinta High School tennis courts, Ellis Park tennis courts, Mardy Park tennis courts are located in nearby area. It's first come first serve!

Tournament Referee: Marcia Jones

DOUBLES PAIRING

It's VERY IMPORTANT to pair with your partner when entering in doubles. Your registration is not complete until BOTH players confirm and you receive a CONFIRMATION EMAIL! Please contact the tournament director BEFORE the entry deadline if you need assistance.

If you are looking for a doubles partner, there are two ways to find one through Match Tennis App . Once you have a partner, your registration is not complete until you are PAIRED with your partner via the USTA registration page. Players are responsible for finding their own doubles partner and pairing with them before the entry deadline.

Option 1

1. login to Match Tennis App

2. Search for Tournament and click on it

3. Click "Find Doubles Partner" button

4. Add your Name to the doubles partner list

5. Click the email Icon beside players you would like to contact to play (Privatized system)

Option 2

1. login to Match Tennis App

2. Click on "Player Search"

3. Type name and search of player you would like to play with

4. Click on this player's name

5. Click the blue button "Send Message" to ask to play doubles

Each division will take a maximum of 32 players, with possibility of exanding to 48 if we receive 48+ entries. Remember, 47 or less entries will not qualify for an extra flight. We have to wait until entry deadline for SCTA to approve an extra flight.

Tournament Referee: Marcia Jones

FVHS tennis team will receive proceeds from this tournament.