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1st Annual Carolina North Open 2024
Champions Circuit
1,000 Ranking Points
$6K
Weslyan Christian Academy
High Point, NC
2023 Carolina North Open
September 27-29, 2024
• Weslyan Christian Academy
High Point, NC
Basic Information
Spectator tickets only $5!
Notes:
Congratulations to Sam Gurevich our last USA TENNIS TOUR Champion, 2022 Kentucky Open Champion! The event was held Sep. 24–25, 2022 in Louisville, KY.
Warm Up Courts
Warm up courts for players available starting Thursday September 26 2024
Contact Luke 706-405-9692 to reserve a court.
Announcement
Looking For Doubles Partner?
Contact me at 706-405-9692 if your interested in playing with a partner.
Tournament Information
Official Ball: Check back later for more information!
Official Surface: HARD
Court Rules Regulations, Official Draw Posted:
Please do not damage the tennis court.
Please honor the Tennis Code.
Please exemplify good behavior and conduct while on Weslyan Campus.
Please do not damage the facility or campus in any way.
Draws:
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Draws Posted: WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 19
Prize Money:
Men’s Purse: $3K
Women’s Purse: $3K
Total Event Purse: $6K
Men’s & Women’s Singles
Champion: $1500
Runner Up: $500
Semifinalists: $100
Quarterfinalists: $50
Round of 16: $0
Men’s & Women’s Doubles
Champion: $250
Runner Up: $100
Semifinalists: $25
Quarterfinalists: $0
Round of 16: $0
Parking:
There is parking available once you enter the campus there are parking lots by the tennis courts.
Warm Up Courts Available for Players & their Coaching Staff.
Warm Up Courts available before matches for players and their coaches. Call 706-405-9692 to reserve a court.
Scheduling
All match times are NOT BEFORE times. You may go on after your scheduled time, but not before.
LIABILITY
By playing this tournament, you are assuming all risk And agree not to hold USA TENNIS TOUR 21Ace Tennis Events LLC or Weslyan Christian Academy responsible for any civil matter.
1st Match & Check In
Please Arrive on time for your matches and don’t make me call you!
Tournament Information & Rules and Regulations
Coaching
No coaching after 1st game of any set.
Coaching permitted at the fence with your coach or team. Coaches allowed on court only in between sets.
No coaches allowed on court during play.
No coaching during play.
No hand signals.
Point penalty and code violations for breaking any rule.
Scoring
Doubles 1st Round : 2 out of 3 with 10 point for the 3rd – NO AD.
Doubles SF & F – 2 out of 3 sets
Singles – 2 out of 3 sets
Semis- 3rd Set tiebreak at 7-7
Final – 3rd Set tiebreak at 8-8
Spectators Donation
All fees go toward prize money and helping decrease costs for players. $20 Family $5 Individual
Comes with drinks and snacks provided.
Covid-19 Hand sanitizer available
Social distancing in place
Please wear mask when possible
Stay safe players!
Please bring your own chairs, water bottles, PPE, to be extra safe!
No requirements.
BALLS
New balls for the 3rd Set.
Semifinal and Final Ball Rule Implementation May Be In Affect
Code of Conduct & Dress Code
Please use all caution and behave in best practices that reflect the USA TENNIS TOUR’s love for the sport. Please no running shoes or non tennis shoe that could damage the tennis court. This is a clay court event, clay court shoes preferred. Please do not damage the courts or areas. Please refrain from wearing non appropriate tennis attire & shoes.
Awards & Accolades
Nominate players for the following awards with prizes to the winner! “BEST DRESSED” “Sportsmanship Award” “The Tree” “Best Form” “Best Serve” “Biggest Weapon” submit your entries at the Tournament Desk!
Check In & Registration
Try to come check in Friday a couple hours before your first match, fill out paperwork and get your player gift, and check out the facility! Players, please be there in time to do your PRE MATCH interview, Tournament Press Conference, Tournament Media & get your personal warm up done, use the bathroom & be ready to play. Try to check in at the desk 15-30 minutes before your scheduled match time at least so we can know you’re there! We can get the court ready, and get everything prepared for your match to start!
Match Coin Toss
No match is official to start with out a USATT official doing a coin toss, explaining the rules and the scoring and taking a formal picture of the players at the net, please check in at the desk and await instructions from the Director on what your court assignment is and they will tell you that the official will be right behind you.
5 Minute Warm Up
All matches will use a 5 minute warm up, so try to do your personal warm up and hit some balls before you check in!
Referee On Site
Tournament umpire on site for disputes if needed. Contact the director or wave your hand in the air with intent and call for Referee.
Trainer on Site
Trainer / Physio on site for minor injuries and medical needs.
Medical time Outs
3 minute MO. 2nd and 3rd MO must be approved by a Official. Limit 3 per set. Limit 2 per set in 3rd set.
Bathroom Policy
During play, the clock will begin after permission is granted. 2:30 2 minutes and 30 seconds Warning after 3;00, Point Penalty at 3:15, point penalty at 3:45, point penalty at 4:30, game penalty at 5:00, game penalty at 8:00
Amenities
Water and towels provided for players and snacks and amenities available. Need something? Just ask, we might can accommodate! Water Coolers on Court for Players Towels Available for Player Use Snacks for Players Spectators that use the snack table are encouraged to donate to the event! All donations benefit the players in tournaments to reduce costs!
Draws (Digital Event)
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All draws on line. Some draws will be posted onsite as well.
Avoidance Requests
during the Event Send all info to Luke! 706-405-9692 Check In Get your player gift and check in to the event. Please check in before play!! So I know you’re there!
Player Interviews
Please be ready to do your pre tournament and pre match interview before matches, at random, we appreciate your support!
Coaches Interviews
We’d love to interview your coach as well, let us know if your coach is available!!
TOURNAMENT FORMAT:
Main Draw Singles: 32
Main Draw Doubles: 16 Teams
Qualifying Singles: 16
Qualifying Doubles: 8 Teams
The Main Draw will consist of 25 Direct Acceptances, 4 qualifiers, 3 Wild Cards.
If more than 32 players register, there will be Qualifying Draws created and the main draw will be increased to a draw of 64.
To apply for a Wild Card – email lukeharden2@gmail.com
All matches will be best of 3 sets with regular scoring.
In USA TENNIS TOUR matches, the semifinals third set tiebreak is played at 7-7, and the final third set tiebreak is played at 8-8.
IMPORTANT Info:
Please email lukeharden2@gmail.com to detail your level of play, former accolades, tournament wins, if you played college, etc.
If the venue has complications with COVID-19 and/or tournament entries have fewer than the minimum players needed, the event may be canceled, postponed to another date or deactivated entirely, all funds will be credited to the player in this rare case.
TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION & SELECTION
All Wild Cards must be approved by USATT. SELECTION WILL BE MADE THE TUESDAY BEFORE THE EVENT at the latest.
WITHDRAWAL & REFUND POLICY:
Late entries will go to the bottom of the alternate list, if there is one.
Refunds are applied for via emails only. lukeharden2@gmail.com
Schedule Requests:
Go to email to apply for avoidance requests , send a email to lukeharden2@gmail.com
Postponing:
The tournament will be postponed if the number of players isn’t sufficient. Decision will be made accordingly.
Withdrawing
All withdrawals PRIOR to the registration deadline must be submitted via email with a reason for withdrawing . Withdrawals AFTER the registration deadline must be made via email to lukeharden2@gmail.com with reasoning for not remaining in the tournament, and we will respond accordingly.
To withdraw to sign up for another tournament, find out more about our program to put you in a future USATT event. lukeharden2@gmail.com
SCORING FORMAT:
All matches will be best of 3 sets with regular scoring.
Semifinal – 3rd set , tiebreak at 7-7
Final – 3rd set , tiebreak at 8-8
Early Registration
Register early for discounts. Coming soon.
Venue:
Weslyan Academy
High Point, NC
Contact:
Luke Harden
Tournament Director
706-405-9692
lukeharden2@gmail.com
