USTA Intersectional Team Championships
BG 16s2017 Tournament Handbook
Tournament Identification Number:703708417
Tournament Director, Grady Wilson: 318-332-1097
Tournament Desk-POTC, Philip Campbell:318-564-2153
Stringing/Housing, Anthony McMaster: 318-840-2329
Tournament Desk- BTC, Akeem Williams:318-218-4007
Head Referee, Dale Williamson: 601-507-7689
SITES
All matches will be played at Pierremont Oaks Tennis Club, or North Bossier Tennis Facility.
Pierremont Oaks Tennis Club:578 Springlake Drive, Shreveport, LA71106
Office: 318-865-4625, Pro Shop: 318-868-8118
North Bossier Tennis Facility:1651 Mondello Way, Bossier City, LA 71111
318-213-2108
INCLEMENT WEATHER
In case of inclement weather, the most current information will be posted on the POTC website or POTC Facebook
Website:
Facebook Page Search: Pierremont Oaks Tennis Club
DRESS CODE
All players are required to wear appropriate tennis attire and dress in a manner consistent with being a participant in “The USTA Intersectional 16 Tournament”.
Our general dress code is as follows and should be adhered to during your time on site.
Players not meeting the dress code may be asked to change while on site.
For the Boys:
- Any T-shirts worn must be plain or tennis related.
- No underwear should be visible above waist band or below hemline.
- Shirts must be worn at all times.
- Shorts must be worn appropriately above pelvic bones.
- Sleeveless Shirts are acceptable if made that way – no cutoffs.
For the Girls:
- Any T-shirts must be plain or tennis related.
- Compression shorts must be fully covered with a skirt or dress. Also known as “shorties” or “booty shorts” are not allowed to be worn without being covered.
- Skirts & shorts must be worn appropriately above the pelvic bones.
- The bottom of your shirt must touch the top of your skirts or shorts while standing upright-shoulders back. This means do not roll down your skirts or shorts. Trust us when we tell you that your equipment (skirt or short) is not working properly during play when rolled.
CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINERS
There will be two trainers on site at Pierremont Oaks Tennis Club all week. They will be in the Wimbledon Room by the Main Office. By law, trainers are not allowed to distribute any medicine. Please be sure to bring your own Tylenol, Advil, Sinus Medicine, Epi Pens, etc.
Please be advised that many players need the attention of the trainer each morning and proper planning of your time is required so that you are not late for your match.
Trainers will be at PierremontOaksTennisCenter at least one hour before the start of matches.
TEAM COACHES
Each team shall have a designated coach. A player may receive coaching from the coach during a match, but only during a changeover or set break. Coaching must be carried out in a manner that does not distract play on adjoining courts. The coach may only enter the court on a changeover or a set break. On-court coaching must be done from the net post area where the players rest on changeovers. Off-court coaching must be done from a position behind the court and outside the fence. Parents and personal coaches are welcome to attend the tournament, but shall not be involved with the tournament except as spectators.
PROSHOP
We have a fully stocked Pro Shop at Pierremont Oaks Tennis Club. The Pro Shop will be open 6:45 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
RACQUET STRINGING
There will be two experienced stringers on site during the tournament. Cost with your own string is $20.00. The Pro Shop also has a variety of string to choose from if you do not have your own. The stringers are located in the Pro Shop.
TOURNAMENT BALL
Wilson US Open Ball is the official tournament ball.
POOL ACCESS
All teams will be allowed pool access during the week of the tournament. Pool hours are 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, Sunday 1 p.m.- 8 p.m., Monday CLOSED.
PLAYER MEALS
Fresh lunches will be provided free of charge to all competitors and designated team coaches Saturday-Wednesday. Along with the daily lunches we will always have a salad bar with grilled chicken option available.
Pierremont Oaks will also be providing dinner Friday night, Saturday night, Sunday night, and Wednesday night.
The following are restaurant and business sponsors of the tournament and Pierremont Oaks:
Bistro Byronz - 6104 Line Ave, Shreveport, LA71106
(318) 219-4848
Newks - 7423 Youree Dr #100, Shreveport, LA 71105
(318) 797-2520
Panera Bread – 1705 E 70th St, Shreveport, LA71105
(318) 797-3644
Rotolos – 1409 E 70th St. #129, Shreveport, La 71105
(318) 220-8392
Superior Bar & Grill - 6123 Line Ave, Shreveport, LA71106
(318) 869-3243
Walk-Ons Bistreaux and Bar – 7031 Youree Drive, Shreveport, La 71105
(318) 220-4256
Other recommended nearby eating establishments:
Grub Burger Bar – 1370 E. 70th St. #100, Shreveport, La 71105
(318) 219-5395
Zocolos – 436 Ashley Ridge Blvd, Shreveport, La 71106
(318) 219-9536
Roly Poly – 6105 Youree Dr., Shreveport, La 71105
(318) 798-2210
Outback - 8825 Line Ave, Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 865-0036
Cush’s Grocery & Market - 9535 Ellerbe Rd, Shreveport, LA71106
(318) 795-9006
Carraba’s - 1706 E 70th St, Shreveport, LA
-(318) 798-6504
Twisted Root - 8690 Line Ave, Shreveport, LA71106
(318) 868-6410
Jason’s Deli - 5808 Line Ave, Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 861-695
Don Juan’s Baja Beach Tacos- 2333 Airline Dr., Bossier City, La 71111
(318) 752-3244
PLAYERS TENT
The player’s tent will be a place for players to get away and recuperate. It will have ice chests with waters & gatorade and fruit provided. There will also be a ping pong table.
WATER & ICE
Water is available on all the courts. Gatorade and fruit will be provided below Loser Buy’s Deck & the player’s tent.
HOST HOTELS
Holiday Inn Express
8751 ParkPlaza
Shreveport, LA71105
Room rate: $99 and includes breakfast
Reservations:318-629-0163
Mention Group Code: USTA Intersectionals