Friday, August 8, 2003

USTA tourney wraps up Sat.

Play concludes this weekend in the USTA Girls 14 Super National Hard Court Championships at the Peachtree City Tennis Center, and while there are no Georgians remaining in the draw, there is plenty of outstanding tennis to be played by young ladies from around the country, according to a tournament spokesman.

To earn the right to compete in this event, players must qualify and be endorsed by their USTA sections. Each section has an entry quota is based on its Junior USTA Membership. It is a rigorous process and only the top girls are admitted. There is always a long list of alternates hoping to get in.

The singles finals are expected to begin at around 10 a.m. Saturday, weather permitting. The doubles final could be either today or tomorrow. Would-be spectators are encouraged to call the tournament desk at 770-486-9474, ext. 902, for up-to-the-minute information on starting times.

Admission to the tournament is free.

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