Will my junior get in?
We read their standing against this draw and tell you where that leaves them. We don't store their name without your permission.
Match format: Best of 3 sets, 10-point match tiebreak for the third
Courts: Green Clay · Ball: Yellow ball
What your junior can earn
Levels 6 and 7 pay per match won, capped at 4 wins: up to 95 ranking points for winning the flight.
| Wins the flight (4 wins) | 95 |
| Loses the final (4 wins) | 90 |
| Two wins | 40 |
| One win | 20 |
| One consolation win | 10 |
Standings points, before bonus points for beating a ranked opponent. What a result is actually worth to your junior depends on the six results they are already counting.
Draws
| Division | Draw |
|---|---|
| Boys' Singles 12 & under | 32 |
| Boys' Singles 14 & under | 32 |
| Boys' Singles 16 & under | 32 |
| Boys' Singles 18 & under | 32 |
| Girls' Singles 12 & under | 32 |
| Girls' Singles 14 & under | 32 |
| Girls' Singles 16 & under | 32 |
| Girls' Singles 18 & under | 32 |
Entries open Thu, Nov 4, 12:00pm CDT; counts start then. Selection runs off the ranking list when entries close, highest ranked first, so whether a junior gets in depends on where they sit in this field. Add their USTA ID and we will tell you above.
Ask Coach Ace about this one
Level 6 in Pelham, AL, entries close Tue, Dec 7, 4:59pm CST. Entries open Thu, Nov 4, 12:00pm CDT. What do you want to know?
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Plan the trip
From the tournament desk
***Update 7am***
Matches will start today at 9am. Times on draws are accurate.
***Update Saturday 11pm***
With rain forecasted overnight, we are moving start back one hour to allow time to assess courts and communicate in morning. Times Updated on draws. Update at 7am.
This tournament is running along with a W50 Pro Circuit event. Past winners include:
2018- Iga Swiatek
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2019- Barbora Krejcikova
Players will be able to watch the semi-finals and finals matches around their tournament matches.
Virtual Tournament Desk Registration **MANDATORY FOR ALL PLAYERS** by May 21 @ 9pm
We will be using Match Tennis App for the following:
• In app Pre-Tournament Check-In
• In app Match Check-In
• Court Assignment text messaging
• In app match Score Reporting
• In app viewable next on “Waiting list”
• In app viewing of “Matches in Progress”
Click HERE to Complete Your Pre-Tournament Check-In Form
Junior Player Travel Assistance
USTA Alabama offers financial assistance to eligible junior players (ages 12–18) competing in Alabama and Southern team events. Applicants must be Alabama residents and meet income eligibility requirements. Funding of up to $750 is available to help cover travel-related expenses such as fuel, lodging, meals, and tournament entry fees. Awards are considered on a case-by-case basis and require proper documentation of expenses.
For full eligibility details and how to apply:
Junior Tournament Player Financial Assistance Application https://form.jotform.com/242844892257064
Draw Size
Draws will be a maximum of 16 players. We will split all draws 17+ into Red/Blue divisions. Draws posted Thursday 9/14 by noon.
Hotel
For out of town players who may need lodging, we recommend the Holiday Inn in Pelham, AL. It is just one exit north of our club.
• 260 CAHABA VALLEY RD , PELHAM, ALABAMA 35124
Ice Machine
Ice is available for water bottles, injuries, and small coolers. Machine located behind the building by courts 5 & 8.
Match format
Matches are best of 3 sets, 10-pt match tiebreak for 3rd set. Regular Ad scoring.
Tournament Bags
Located at front desk inside.
Pelham Racquet Club
100 Racquet Club Pkwy
Pelham, AL 35124
The director's own notes, as published on USTA. Ace reads these too.
Timeline
| Entries open | Thu, Nov 4, 12:00pm CDT |
| Entries close | Tue, Dec 7, 4:59pm CST |
| Selections | After entries close |
| Draws posted | Usually the week of |
| Play | Sat–Sun Dec 11–12, 2027 |
Questions parents ask
Will my junior get in?
Entries open Thu, Nov 4, 12:00pm CDT. Selection runs off the ranking list when entries close, highest ranked first, so whether a junior gets in depends on where they sit in this field. Add their USTA ID and we will tell you.
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. Levels 6 and 7 pay per match won, capped at 4 wins: up to 95 ranking points for winning the flight.
When do we know?
Selections post after entries close (Tue, Dec 7, 4:59pm CST). Draws usually post the week of the tournament. Text Coach Ace and we will tell you the moment either one lands.
Closing soon nearby
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More junior tournaments
One message from Coach Ace, 2 days before the deadline: how full the draw is, what the winner earns, and the link to register.
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