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Divisions & Codes:
Sport Code        TE
 

Note: Junior age is determined as of August 1, 2007. Adult/Senior age is determined as of December 31, 2007.

General Guidelines: This is an outdoor competition. All 1st round matches will begin Friday, August 3 at 10:00 a.m. All athletes must provide proof of age with either a driver’s license, birth certificate, or with current USTA card. Entry form and signed waiver should be mailed together with entry fee (check or credit card). When registering, please indicate NTRP rating and USTA membership number and any other information useful for seeding in the sport-specific section of the entry form. If registering for doubles, each athlete MUST register separately and list partner on the registration form. This is a USTA (www.usta.com) sanctioned tournament. Membership cards are REQUIRED at the competition-site. Juniors may register for a max of 1 singles and 1 doubles event. Adults may register for a max of 1 singles and 1 doubles event.

Refunds: No refunds will be issued except for the following circumstances: athletes who have advanced in a District Tournament after registering for the SGA or unless there is an insufficient number of entries resulting in the cancellation of a division. Those individuals must contact the SGA office by July 20 so a refund can be remitted.

Dress Code: The following attire is appropriate to participate: Tops: collared shirt, t-shirt, tank-tops (women only). Shorts/Skirts: men's shorts, women's shorts or tennis skirts. Shoes: tennis shoes only. Ball caps, hats, visors, warm-ups, running suits, and sweat shirts are appropriate. The following attire is prohibited: black soled tennis shoes, cleats or running shoes, torn or ripped shirts, tank-tops (for men), short-shorts, and attire with inappropriate messages or images.

Court Surface: Outdoor, collegiate regulation hard surface.

Description of Events: Open Singles, Doubles - No age or ability limitations; expected to consist of ranked
sectional and district players and current or past varsity and high school players. A Singles and Doubles -Those
players of 4.0 or 4.5 ability as based on the National Tennis Rating Program Scale; A players regularly
play local or nearby tournaments and compete on a regular basis. B Singles, Doubles - A rating of 3.5 or less
on the NTRP scale; players will generally have two years or less playing experience. When registering, please
indicate NTRP rating and USTA membership number and any other information useful for seeding in the
sport-specific section of the entry form.

NTRP Rating Categories / General Characteristics of Playing Levels:
1.0 This player is just starting to play tennis.
1.5 This player has limited experience and is still working primarily on getting the ball into play.
2.0 This player needs on-court experience. This player has obvious stroke weakness but is familiar
      with basic positions for singles and doubles play.
2.5 This player is learning to judge where the ball is going but overall court coverage is weak. This
      player can sustain a rally of slow pace with other players of the same ability.
3.0 This player is consistent with medium paced shots, but is not comfortable with all strokes and
      lacks control when trying for directional intent, depth or power.
3.5 This player has achieved improved stroke dependability and direction on moderate shots, but
      still lacks depth and variety. This player is starting to exhibit more aggressive net play, has
      developed court coverage, and is developing teamwork in doubles.
4.0 This player has dependable strokes including directional intent and depth on both forehand and
      back-hand sides on moderate shots. This player also has the ability to use lobs, overheads,
      approach shots, and volleys with some success.
4.5 This player has begun to master the use of power and spins and is beginning to handle pace,
      has sound footwork, can control depth of shots, and is beginning to vary tactics according to
      opponents. This player can hit first serves with power accuracy and place the second serve
      and is able to rush the net successfully.
5.0 This player has good shot anticipation, frequently has an outstanding shot, or exceptional
     consistency around which a game may be structured. This player can regularly hit winners or
     force errors off of short balls and can put away volleys and overhead smashes. This player has
     good depth and spins on most second serves.
5.5 This player has developed power and/or consistency as a major weapon. This player can vary
     strategies and style of play in a competitive situation and hits dependable shots in a stress
     situation.
6.0-7.0 These players will generally not need NTRP ratings. Rankings or past-rankings will speak for
        themselves.

Competition Format: Players may enter a singles and a doubles event in the SGA. Juniors entering the adult
class will only be allowed to compete in the OPEN division. A consolation bracket will be played for Adults losing
in the first round only. The consolation rounds are single elimination. Competition will follow USTA rules
(www.usta.com), regulations and codes of conduct. Commissioners will determine eligibility for division of com-petition. Matches will be the best 2 of 3 sets and will utilize regular deuce-add scoring. If a third set is necessary,
a match tie break will be played (play to 10 pts, must win by 2). Junior tournament will be a full feed-in
with consolation determining 3rd & 4th place. Commissioners have the authority to alter the scoring format if
necessitated by weather. Maximum 32 entries in each draw. All players must arrive at least 15 minutes prior to
scheduled match time. Point and game penalties will apply for tardy players. Forfeits will be determined by
Commissioners per USTA governing rules. USTA officials will be on-site during match play. Players will be
asked to “call their own matches”. If a lines person or umpire is needed, one will be provided, but only if
absolutely necessary. Tennis balls will be provided.

*The SGA has a NO REFUND policy. Click hear for details on eligibility, inclement weather, refunds, etc.

Competition Schedule: (Tentative)
Thursday, August 2 - Opening Ceremony Activities
4:00 p.m. - Pre-Opening Ceremony Festivities Begin at the World Arena, Click here for details.
6:00 p.m. - Opening Ceremony Gates Open
7:00 p.m. - Opening Ceremony Begins

Friday, August 3
10:00 a.m. - Competition

Saturday, August 4
8:00 a.m. - Competition

Sunday, August 5
 8:00 a.m. - Competition

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