Level 4 in JACKSON, MS, about 660 miles from you, entries close Thu, Jun 10, 4:59pm CDT. What do you want to know?
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Draws
One set to 8, 7-point tiebreak · Green Clay courts · Yellow ball
Division
Entered
Draw
Boys' Doubles 18 & under
0
32
Boys' Singles 18 & under
0
64
Girls' Doubles 18 & under
0
32
Girls' Singles 18 & under
0
64
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
Monday Weather Update-1:30-Matches Cancelled
Heavy Rain/Possible Hail are scheduled to hit RIver Hills in the next hour. We don't expect to have playable courts for the remainder of the day and unfortunately will cancel all remaining matches. If you were on the court and did not report your score to the tournament desk, please email your score to justynschelver@hotmail.com. I appreciate everyone's patience through a very difficult weekend and please travel safe if you're getting on the road! Hope to see many of you here for next year's tournament!
Monday Schedule/Format
Draws/match times have been updated for Monday. Format will be short sets for all singles matches except main draw finals(short sets will be played if weather/doubles matches are a concern). The first 2 rounds of consolation have been scheduled for all flights and we will plan to schedule and play the final if at all possible. PLEASE text and or email me if you intend to withdraw from any match tomorrow!! Tentative doubles times are posted and may adjust slightly depending on singles results. Thanks again for getting us to a point to finish all draws tomorrow and say a prayer for good weather to finish the tournament! Thank you!
Welcome to the Jackson/Ridgeland area for the 4th annual National Level 4 Claycourt Open
We're excited to host this year's players, coaches and families for Jackson's "CLAY COURT OPEN National L4" BG18s. Ridgeland Tourism has supported and played a critical role in hosting all of our National events and we're confident you'll find everything you need located about 10 minutes to the host facility(RIVER HILLS CLUB). The Renaissance(Outdoor Shopping and dining) and Township areas provide hotels, shopping and Restaurants that should make the weekend relatively stress free off the court. Please visit the Ridgeland tourism website for information on restaurants, hotels and local attractions in the Ridgeland area. If you have questions, concerns or need anything during the event you're welcome to reach me directly(check this webpage for answers to most of your questions first!). We hope you have a great tournament and enjoy the weekend in Jackson/Ridgeland!
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Justyn Schelver-843-422-4450
justynschelver@hotmail.com
Tentative match and site schedule-Draws will be posted at 3:00 p.m. CST on Thursday, June 18th
Saturday -One round of doubles to start the day , 2 singles matches(unless you have a bye)
Sunday- 2 rounds of singles and 1 to 2 rounds of doubles(Main Draw Singles finished if weather isn't an issue)
Monday- Finish consolation singles finals and doubles draws played to completion(including 3/4 playoffs)
Draw Format(Flighted Draws)
Boys and Girls singles divisions will accept up to 64 players. Those players will be seperated into flights(as many as Four-16 player draws)based on the Seeding list as of June 10th .
Timeline
Entries opened
Sun, Apr 11, 11:00am CDT
Entries close
Thu, Jun 10, 4:59pm CDT
Selections
After entries close
Draws posted
Usually the week of
Play
Sat–Mon Jun 19–21, 2027
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 4?
USTA junior tournaments run from Level 7 (local, open to anyone) up to Level 1 (national). Lower number, stronger field, more points.
When do we know?
Selections post after entries close (Thu, Jun 10, 4:59pm CDT). 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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Tournament Sites
River Hills Club-3600 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS, 39211
The Club at the Township-340 Township Avenue, Ridgeland, MS 39157(Practice courts once play has begun on Saturday and Sunday) Courts can't be reserved(first come/first serve). Let the pro shop know you're with the tournament. 4 per court if needed and 45 minutes max if others are waiting. Thank you!
Hotel Information-Tournament Host Hotel in the heart of the Township!!
AC Hotels by Marriott
Mississippi's first "AC Hotels by Marriott" is located in "The Township" area of Ridgeland and will serve as the official tournament hotel for every National event in the area going forward. There are 2 food and beverage outlets in the hotel and you will be in walking distance to various restaurants and shopping options. The property is adjacent to "The Club at the Township"(practice courts) and an easy commute to RIver Hills Club. AC Hotels is an exclusive line of properties and I'd urge all players/families to book quickly(rooms may be limited) and keep in mind the Tournament rate will expire at the end of May. You will find the information for your online reservation link below. If you have questions or need help with the link, please do not hesitate to ask. We appreciate your business and look forward to a successful event.
Book your group rate for EKS Jackson Clay Court Open Championship L4
Ridgeland Host Hotels
MS Clay Court Open Championships 2026 | Explore Ridgeland, MS
Draws and Seeding
Singles seeding and flights will be based on the Singles seeding list from June 10th.
Doubles seeding will be done by using the lates Doubles Seeding list from June 10th.
Pre Match Warm Ups and Hitting Sessions
River Hills teaching professionals Nick Barone-769-428-2855 and Mathis Billman-769-270-3611 will be available for hitting lessons and pre match warm ups at River Hills.
Reunion teaching professional, Gabriel Costa, will be available for hitting lessons and pre match warm ups and can be contacted at 803-626-6861.
Cost is $40 per half hour or $80 per hour.
PRACTICE COURTS
Friday - Practice courts at RHs will be available for players on Friday pm. Please check in at the pro shop just inside the Indoor Center for a court assignment on Friday. There WILL NOT be court reservations taken by phone and courts will be first come/first serve(4 per court if needed)
Saturday and Sunday -Practice courts will be available for match warm-ups throughout the weekend prior to first matches at 8. After matches have begun we will have court options at The Club at the Township through mid afternoon(River Hills also has hard courts that can be used when open). The Township(located 100 yards from the host hotel-AC by Marriott) asks that tournament players check in at the pro shops and be prepared to have 4 players per court if needed(Reference Justyn Schelver or the tournament). If the pro shop is locked you may enter through the fitness center. Contact me at 843-422-4450 if you have an issue. Justyn
Doubles Format of Play and starting time(not before 8:00 a.m Saturday)
Doubles will be Single Elimination, 8-game pro-set with AD scoring. (7-point tiebreak, win by two at 8-8). You must play doubles in the same division as singles. Please email me with your doubles partner regardless of whether you were able to register online. justynschelver@hotmail.com
Singles Format of Play and starting time(not before 9:00 a.m. on Saturday)
Scoring will be best of 3 tiebreak sets with a 10-Point Match Tiebreaker in lieu of the 3rd set.
Tournament Ball
Dunlop Grand Prix Regular Duty
Doubles Partners and Pairings
If your partner is already registered for the tournament, you can select them when you register for doubles. If you do not have a partner, please follow the instructions below:
1) If you are in singles, but don't have a doubles partner yet, PLEASE REGISTER ON MATCH APP!!! This is an extremely useful tool and is in place so that you don't have to send 15 emails trying to track down player information.
2) If you have a partner, but are not listed together on the tournament website , please email me at justynschelver@hotmail.com
3) You have until Wednesday, at noon to send me your partner's name. At that time(not before!!), I would look at the option of randomly pairing players who are entered, but don't have a partner.
PLAYER SELECTION AND ALTERNATE LISTS
Players who registered before entries closed (Players and Alternates) will be listed on the website. If you need to withdraw after the deadline, please email me at justynschelver@hotmail.com. Players can withdraw before the deadline by going to their Profile on USTA.com and under upcoming events clicking the manage button on this tournament.
Tournament Committee
The tournament committee includes: Billy Gip Clark, Justyn Schelver and William Foreman.
Stringer
There will be an experienced stringer available throughout the tournament. Rackets should dropped off at the RHC pro shop inside the indoor center. Indicate you are with the tournament and the time you're requesting pick up.
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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 -
Weather Update-Sunday at 11:45
Strong storms just hit and all matches are suspended. Next update coming at 1:15 and no matches will resume before 2:00 p.m.
Sunday Schedule
Match times for Sunday have been updated and we will return to regular scoring(weather permitting) for the remainder of the tournament. I appreciate everyone's patience through a tricky day and please let me know if you have any questions. Justyn
Weather Update-Saturday 1:30 p.m.
The rain has held off at River Hills for the time being(there is a chance of showers later this afternoon) and updated first round singles and doubles matches are posted. Unfortunately many of the courts are holding a good amount of water and may not be playable until late afternoon.That said, the goal is to get first round singles(short set scoring) and first round doubles matches(Pro Sets)played this afternoon/evening if at all possible. Please confirm your match time and let me know if you have any questions.
Weather Concerns
There is currently a chance of rain in the area for parts of Saturday and Sunday. That said, we intend to do whatever we can to finish the tournament including playing through much of Monday if needed. I understand this is a concern for many of you traveling, but we will do everything we can to communicate throughout and finish the tournament if at all possible. If there are players who need to withdraw for any reason, please email me ASAP!
Just a reminder that courts will be available at River Hills this afternoon. Please check in the pro shop in the indoor center for a court assignment. Thanks in advance and please let me know if you have any questions.
Play in all matches is governed by Friend at Court , the USTA Code; USTA Southern Rules; USTA Southern Tournament Regulations, with the current USTA Point Penalty System in effect for all matches.
Level 4 Flighted Draws:
All USTA Southern Level 4 non-team events will Select 64 Players and flight into 4 – 16 Draws. Please see the document for information about Flighted Draws.
USTA Southern Flighted Draw Information
USTA Southern 2027 Doubles Format Change:
Starting in January 2027, USTA Southern L3 - L5 Tournaments will play no-ad scoring in Doubles.
SIGNING UP FOR TWO DIVISIONS:
Players may register for two age divisions in Level 3 Closed, Level 4 Open/Closed tournaments. Players that do register for both divisions will automatically be selected in the older division if they are selected for both. Players not selected to either division will remain on both alternate lists for both divisions but will need to play the division they first get into from the alternate lists. They will be removed from the Alternate list in the other division. Once a player is selected for any one division, NO CHANGES CAN BE MADE.
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 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.
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), 2025 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.
SPORTSMANSHIP & THE USTA PLAYER OATH:
All participants shall familiarize themselves with The Code which is meant to be a guide to fair play. By participating in the tournament, all players agree to abide by the USTA Player Oath: "I recognize that tennis is a sport that places the responsibility for fair play on me. I promise to abide by the rules of the game, which require me to give the benefit of the doubt to my opponent. At all times I shall strive to compete with the true spirit of sportsmanship, recognizing that my behavior on the court is a direct reflection of my character. Whether my matches end with my victory or defeat, I promise to conduct myself in a way that honors my opponents, those who support me, and the game of tennis."
SAFE PLAY INFORMATION FOR PLAYERS & COACHES:
Please be advised that if you plan to bring your coach with you, he/she SHOULD be Safe Play Approved through the end of the Tournament. This includes completing SafeSport training, acknowledging the USTA Safe Play Policy which includes reporting requirements, and a criminal background check. You can check if your coach is Safe Play Approved by visiting: https://www.usta.com/en/home/safe-play/search-for-a-tennis-provider.html. If they are not Safe Play Approved, please ensure they complete the process ASAP by visiting www.usta.com/safeplay and selecting “Get Approved.” PLEASE NOTE: SAFESPORT TRAINING IS 90 MINUTES LONG AND FULL APPROVAL CAN TAKE UP TO 5 DAYS.
All questions shall be directed to safeplay@usta.com .
PROCESS TO DECLARE RESIDENCY ON PLAYER PROFILE
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 link below for more information on how to do this:
• How to Declare Your Linked Child’s Residency
The director's own notes, as published on USTA. Ace reads these too.