Level 5 in Hilton Head, SC, about 554 miles from you, entries close Sun, Oct 18, 5:59pm EDT. 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
3
16
Boys' Singles 12 & under
7
32
Boys' Doubles 14 & under
4
16
Boys' Singles 14 & under
6
32
Boys' Doubles 16 & under
4
16
Boys' Singles 16 & under
6
32
Boys' Doubles 18 & under
0
16
Boys' Singles 18 & under
0
32
Girls' Doubles 12 & under
0
16
Girls' Singles 12 & under
1
32
Girls' Doubles 14 & under
2
16
Girls' Singles 14 & under
4
32
Girls' Doubles 16 & under
2
16
Girls' Singles 16 & under
3
32
Girls' Doubles 18 & under
1
16
Girls' Singles 18 & under
2
32
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
This is a National Level 5 event hosting Boys & Girls singles & doubles 12s-18s.
Boys & Girls 12 & 14 divisions will be played on clay courts.
Boys & Girls 16 & 18 divisions will be played on hard courts.
Virtual Tournament Desk Registration *MANDATORY FOR ALL PLAYERS* by October 29, at 9pm
In response to the COVID-19, we will be using Match Tennis App’s Virtual Tournament Desk technology to help facilitate CDC best practices.
In order to compete in this event, all competitors MUST click the below link to fill out the check-in form, and sign the waiver for this tournament. Please note: this is NOT a registration for the tournament. You must still register for the tournament and until you are selected, your entry into the tournament is not confirmed by completing the below forms. However, these forms must be completed to participate in the tournament.
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To Find a Doubles Partner Follow These Steps:
• Click the link above to complete the pre-tournament check-in form
• Sign in to Match Tennis App
• Search for and click on our tournament details page inside of Match Tennis App
• Click the “Find A Doubles Partner” button and add your player’s name to the doubles list
• Then contact and be contacted by others looking for a doubles partner
• You must send your name, partner and usta number to the tournament director
The doubles pairing service is privatized through Match Tennis App, so you do NOT have to share any personal contact info with others unless you choose to do so!
IMPORTANT INFO REGARDING SITES!!
VMTC(hard) indictes Van Der Meer Tennis Center, 19 Deallyon Avenue, HHI, 29928.
VDSC(clay), VMSH(hard), & VMSI(indoor) all indicate Van Der Meer Shipyard, 116 Shipyard Drive, HHI, 29928.
SBRC(clay) indicates South Beach Racquet Club, 230 S. Sea Pines Dr, HHI, 29928
CHP(hard) indicates Chaplin Park, 11 Castnet Dr, HHI, 29928.
VIRTUAL TOURNAMENT DESK ***MANDATORY FOR ALL PLAYERS***
We will NOT be using a physical tournament desk where social gathering is most common. We instead will be using Match Tennis App’s Virtual Tournament Desk to help the staff to run a more efficient drsk with fewer interruptions.nt: Players should check in 15 minutes before match.
FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES TO ENSURE YOU'LL RECEIVE COURT ASSIGNMENTS VIA TEXT
* When setting up your Match Tennis App account, all family members should sign in with the same username and password.
* Make sure you add three DIFFERENT contact numbers during the Pre Tournament Virtual Check-In THAT WILL BE ON during the tournament. They all should be cell numbers since messages will be in the form of texts. When you are called to court, all your contact phones will receive the message.
Timeline
Entries opened
—
Entries close
Sun, Oct 18, 5:59pm EDT
Selections
After entries close
Draws posted
Usually the week of
Play
Oct 30 – Nov 1, 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 5?
A district-level event. Bigger draws, ranking matters for selection, points per win are higher than Level 6.
When do we know?
Selections post after entries close (Sun, Oct 18, 5:59pm EDT). Draws usually post the week of the tournament. Text Coach Ace and we will tell you the moment either one lands.
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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* If you need to add or change contact numbers go to “My Account” in Match Tennis App and click “Completed Waivers” to add or change contact numbers.
IMPORTANT TOURNAMENT INFORMATION!
This is a USTA National L5 tournament.
We are hosting BG12-18's singles & doubles.
Draws will be a FEED IN LOSERS CONSOLATION through the quarter finals.
This is a 3 day tournament, beginning Friday, October 30 and finishing on Sunday, Novemebr 1.
Only doubles will be played on Friday (in the late afternoon).
Players are selected from the most recent USTA National Standings List.
Flighted singles draws will be limited to 16 players for each of the 2 draws, & doubles draws will be limited to 16 teams.
All main draw & consolation matches will best of three tiebreak sets, with a match tie-break in lieu of a third set.
Doubles will be an 8 game pro-set, ad scoring.
PLAYER SELECTION & SEEDING
This tournament will use the National Combined Standing List for player
selection. The Singles Seeding List will be used for splitting and seeding draws.
Players will be flighted/seeded by ranking 1-16 into the first flight, and
flighted/seeded 17-32 by ranking into the second flight. If it's not a full draw, we
will split the draws evenly. Also, we will not split draws with less than 16
players. There will simply be one draw for those divisions. For example: There
are 17 players in a division. Draw A will have 9 players and Draw B will have 8
players.
POINTS PER ROUND
This tournament carries with it USTA Level 5 points per round. Please click
here for the point tables and refer to the Flighted Draw table on page 7 for this
tournament.
Note: This is not like the old USTA Southern Waterfall draws.
MATCH SCORING/DRAW SIZE
Two 16-Player Draws. Players will be flighted into each draw by their
ranking from the Singles Seeding List. All matches are best of
three tie break sets with a 10-point tiebreaker in lieu of a 3rd set.
WITHDRAWALS
If there is a withdrawal after the draw has been published, the spot will be
replaced by the next alternate - no matter which draw/bracket it is - if there is
an alternate list.
VAN DER MEER TENNIS ACADEMY
If you are looking to maximize your development as a tennis player , look no further... it's right here at Van Der Meer Tennis Academy on beautiful Hilton Head Island. Our elite Tennis Academy has a proven track record over 30 years of producing and helping top ATP, WTA, ITF and Collegiate Stars with great character. Our top international staff is dedicated and experienced in integrating mental toughness, fitness training, stroke production, tactics, tournament scheduling, nutrition, and injury prevention for all levels and ages. When choosing an academy, do your research. Choose wisely. Choose Van Der Meer!
VDM ACADEMY GUEST TRAINING SESSIONS!!
Van Der Meer Tennis Academy is offering a discounted rate to all tournament participants for sessions. Training sessions will be available all week at VDM. Morning practice sessions are from 8:00—10 am Tuesday-Friday at $50 per session. Afternoon Sessions run from 3:30—5:30 at $65 per training session. For more information or to reserve a spot, please call 800-845-6138 EXT 115 . Players should be at VDM Tennis Center (19 DeAllyon Avenue) at least 15 minutes before each session. LIMITED SPACES ARE AVAILABLE, YOU MUST CALL IN ADVANCE TO RESERVE A SPOT.
Stringing available on site
Experienced stringing will be provided at The Van Der Meer Tennis Center only at the cost of $18 for labor. Our VDM Pro Shops carry Dunlop string. If you need another kind of string, please be prepared to bring it with you!
PRACTICE COURTS
Practice courts are available first come, first serve at VDM Shipyard and VDM Tennis Center on match days beginning at 7am. Matches will start at 8am. There will not be any further practice courts available once matches have started.
LATE ENTRY POLICY
If you wish to be a "late entry" please remember you will be placed at the bottom of the alternate list (regardless of ranking) . If selected for the event the late entry will pay the entry fee plus a $25 late fee. If you wish to be added please email (scott@vdmtennis.com) the following:
1. Name 2. usta number 3. division entering 4. contact phone number 5. credit card number
**Emails lacking the full information will not be added to the alternate list.
TOURNAMENT SITES & SURFACES
VMTC(hard) indictes Van Der Meer Tennis Center, 19 Deallyon Avenue, HHI, 29928.
VMSC(clay), VMSH(hard), & VMSI(indoor) all indicate Van Der Meer Shipyard, 116 Shipyard Drive, HHI, 29928.
SBRC(clay) indicates South Beach Racquet Club, 230 S. Sea Pines Dr, HHI, 29928
CHP(hard) indicates Chaplin Park, 11 Castnet Dr, HHI, 29928.
All Boys & Girls 12's & 14's divisions will be played on clay courts.
All Boys & Girls 16's & 18's divisions will be played on hard courts.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION FOR DEFAULTS & WITHDRAWALS
During hours of play:
You must get approval from the Head Referee. The Head Referee will be located at VDM Tennis Center (19 DeAllyon Ave, Hilton Head, 29928) location. Please then email the tournament director (scott@vdmtennis.com) with your withdrawal. WE WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY WITHDRAWALS OVER THE PHONE.
AFTER PLAY HAS ENDED FOR THE DAY :
If you become ill or injured (or personal emergency) after play has ended for the day, email your detailed withdrawal to the tournament director (scott@vdmtennis.com)
CHECK DRAWS NIGHTLY FOR CHANGES:
Check your draw carefully each evening after 8 p.m. to verify time, locations, and if there has been a withdrawal that effects your next match.
Sportsmanship Responsibilities
All parents are encouraged complete the "Parenting My Champion" sportsmanship video before their player participates in this level tournament.
CHECK THIS SITE OFTEN
Always double check your match times before you leave for your match! Also, check this site for up to the minute weather information. As soon as we make a decision concerning the weather delays, we will immediately post the information on the website.
Hotel Information: Sonesta Resort
Sonesta Resort Discount:
The Sonesta Resort offers the best accommodations on the island. A 4 diamond ocean front property that shares their driveway with the Shipyard Racquet Club. Considered one of the nicest hotels on the island, Sonesta's rooms come with either two queens or one king bed. The tournament rate is $199.00 not including. resort & tax fees. Guests can reserve this rate by clicking on the link below. Should an attendee wish to cancel their guest room reservations less than 5 days prior to arrival, they will be charged 1 night room and tax. Please note that the last day to make reservations in your block is 10/22/26. In the event you miss the deadline for the room block, please call Lauren@954-918-9055 about receiving the room block price. She will honor that rate provided there are still rooms left.
Located within 2 miles of both tournament sites, Holiday Inn Express includes breakfast, short walk to the beach and shopping. Discounted rooms start at $109.00 for 2 queen beds. Reservations are made directly by clicking on the link below.. Please note** The cutoff date to make a reservation is 10/22/26. The cancellation policy is 48 hours in advance of arrival date or you will be charged the room rate for one night . In the event you miss the deadline for the room block, please call the front desk@843-842-6662 about receiving the room block price. They most likely will honor that rate provided there are still rooms left.
Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island - USTA L5 DVDM Championship 2026
Hotel Information: Courtyard Marriott
As one of the newest Hilton Head Island hotels, we deliver sparkling and spacious rooms & suites with free WiFi, comfortable beds, ergonomic desks, onsite Bistro and Bar and flat-screen streaming TVs with Netflix and YouTube. Refuel at The Bistro, then work off our Southern hospitality in our 24-hour fitness center. Unwind on island time at our rooftop bar, shimmering pool, firepits or one of our three tropical cabanas. The tournament rate is not available . Should an attendee wish to cancel their guest room reservation less than 2 days prior to arrival, they will be charged one night room and tax.
Hotel Information: Spark by Hilton
Spark by Hilton is a brand-new hotel and a “new brand” for the Hilton family making budget-friendly hotel stays something special with the Hilton Honors loyalty program. Spark by Hilton focuses on Simply comfortable, spotlessly clean, guest rooms providing elevated essentials, multi-functional pivot desk, convenient mini fridge, 24/7 retail market and free coffee service, free Wifi and breakfast every morning featuring a bagel bar and juices.
VDM Tennis Center is next door and the beach across the street. Discounted rooms start at $109.00. A cancellation charge of a one night stay is placed if the guest does not call and cancel within 72 hours of reservation. To make reservations click on the link below.
The Good Chase Sportsmanship Race
USTA Southern has partnered with Match Tennis App to highlight junior tennis athletes who display exemplary sportsmanship. Join in the Good Chase and vote for those specific players to earn prizes!
** CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO VOTE!
** CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!
Important Registration Tips
● If you are encountering issues registering for this tournament, please see this Customer Care article on Registering Your Child for a Tournament
● If you need to add your child to your USTA Account, so that you can register them for the tournament, please see this Customer Care article on How to Add a Child to Your USTA Account
● If you run into further issues with registration, please contact USTA’s Customer Care at customercare@usta.com or 1-800-990-8782, for assistance.
New Process to Declare Residency on Player Profile Update 2/24/21
As of February 24, 2021, players that register for Level 1-4 tournaments will need to declare their residency on their player profiles. This action will only need to be done once. Please see the below links for more information on how to do this:
● How to Declare Your Linked Child’s Residency
New Selection + Seeding Process (Effective May 14, 2021)
As of May 14, 2021, the Southern Junior Competitive Committee has approved the selection process for Level 3 Closed – Level 5 Open tournaments to return to the original selection process.
All selections will be off the National Standing Combined List.
Seeding for Singles will be done from the National Singles Seeding List (when flighted tournament- split will be done from the Singles Seeding List)
Doubles seedings will be done from National Doubles Seeding List
SIGNING UP FOR TWO DIVISIONS
At this time, players may only sign up for one age division in Singles and Doubles because we cannot support players signing up for two age divisions.
YOU MUST PLAY THE SAME AGE DIVISION FOR SINGLES AND DOUBLES Per STA rules for all National Level 3-5's, you must play the same doubles division as your chosen singles division.
Important Notice to All Players Re: Concurrent Tournaments USTA Regulations state the following:
· Player shall not enter two tournaments at same time. When entries close, a player shall not be entered in two or more sanctioned tournaments, if any part of the tournaments overlap unless each Tournament Committee involved understands the situation and concurs in writing. After a player
has been eliminated from a tournament whose schedule of play partially overlaps with that of a second tournament, the player may enter the second tournament.
(USTA REGULATIONS IV.C. (Standards of Conduct),2021 Friend at Court, #s 12 through #17 apply).
Penalty: (4) Suspension points to player in violation per offense, enforced by either Tournament Committee, and/or USTA Administration.
Safe Play Information:
Safe Play Proactive Policy Highlights
DEFAULT NO-SHOW POLICY: Players are expected to play all matches including main draw and consolation. It is mandatory to notify the tournament director in written communication (via email) that a player needs to withdraw. Failure to notify the Tournament Director via email will receive a “Default No-Show” and 5 suspension points per the USTA Suspension Point System (USTA Regulations IV.F.)
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
Players, persons who appear to be associated with a player (including, but not limited to, parents and coaches), officials, and organizers of any tournament are under a duty to encourage and maintain high standards of proper conduct, fair play, and good sportsmanship. They are under an obligation to avoid acts that may be considered detrimental to the game of tennis. Detrimental acts include, but are not limited to, the acts set forth in USTA Regulation IV.C (Standards of Conduct). Friend at Court
Players must adhere to The Code .
Safe Play Policy- https://www.usta.com/en/home/safe-play/safe-play-policy-highlights-for-parents-and-players.html -
Tournament Director: Scott McKay
scott@vdmtennis.com
W: 800-845-6138 x141
C: 512-934-7693
The director's own notes, as published on USTA. Ace reads these too.