2009 FTA Boys High School Tournament
sponsored by the Florence Area Sports Council
March 6-8, 2009
The tentative schedule is indicated below. Please note that the FTA recognizes that students may not be allowed early dismissal from school. Matches will be scheduled, whenever possible, to meet the travel demands of each team.
Schedule
Friday 3:00-7:30 PM Check-in for all schools (Refreshments provided)
5:30 PM First group of matches begin
8:00 PM Second group of matches begin
*** Group 2- Play may begin prior to 8:00 PM if teams and courts are available. ***
Saturday 8:15 AM Check in at designated location
8:30 AM 1st group of morning matches begin at designated location
10:30 AM 2nd group of morning matches begin at designated location
1:00 PM 1st group of afternoon matches begin at designated location
3:00 PM 2nd group of afternoon matches begin at designated location
6:30 PM Meal/Social provided for all participants, coaches, and parents at one of the local high school cafeterias. Coaches, players, family, and out of town guests are invited as guests of the FTA. Time may be adjusted due to tournament play
Sunday 8:15 AM Check in at designated location
8:30 AM 1st group of morning matches begin at designated location
10:30 AM 2nd group of morning matches begin at designated location including
Championship Match
Champions and Finalist Trophy presentation
Teams Signed Up
as of 3/5/2009
Beaufort High School - Beaufort, SC
Bluffton High School - Bluffton, SC
Boiling Springs High School - Boiling Springs, SC
Camden High School - Camden, SC
Cary Academy - Cary, NC
Charlotte Latin High School - Charlotte, NC
Clover High Scholl - Clover, SC
Dutch Fork High School - Irmo, SC
James Island High School - Charleston, SC
Lexington High School - Lexington, SC
Providence Day School - Charlotte, NC
South Aiken - Aiken, SC
Summerville High School - Summerville, SC
Travelers Rest High School - Travelers Rest, SC
West Florence High School - Florence, SC
Wilson High School - Florence, SC
Hotel Information
Courtyard by
Marriott
2680 Hospitality Blvd.
Florence, SC 29501
(p) 843-662-7066
Rate: $89 per night, includes breakfast for up to 4 people.
Mention Florence Tennis Association tournament to get special rate.
Free on site internet in rooms and lobby.
Quality Inn & Suites
150 Dunbarton Drive
Florence, SC 29501
Phone: 843-664-2400
Rate: 76.49 per
night, includes deluxe continental breakfast.
Mention Florence Tennis Association High School Tournament to get special rate.
Free on site internet in rooms and lobby.
Country Inn & Suites
1739 Mandeville Road
Florence, SC 29501
Phone: 843-317-6616
Rate: $74.00 per night, includes deluxe continental breakfast, up to 6 people per room (2 queens and pull out sofa)
Free on site internet in rooms and lobby.
Hilton Garden Inn
2671 Hospitality Blvd.
Florence, SC 29501
Phone: 843-432-3001
Rate: $79.00 per night
Mention Florence Tennis Association High School Tournament to get special rate.
Free on site internet in rooms and lobby.
Sleep Inn
1833 Florence Park Drive
Florence, SC 29501
(p) 843-662-8558
Rate: Call for rate, includes free continental breakfast
Mention
Florence Tennis Association High School Tournament to get special rate.
Free on site internet in rooms.
Additional Information
Each team will play 4 matches:
one match on Friday evening
one match Saturday morning
one match Saturday afternoon
one match on Sunday morning
Matches will consist of 1 through 5 Singles and 2 Doubles played simultaneously. Number 1 Doubles will only be played in the event of a 3-3 tie.
Cost per team is $150
All participants will receive a tournament shirt and supper will be provided on Saturday evening for all players, coaches, family members, and out of town guests.
Coaches will receive a tournament polo shirt.
If you have questions or would like to participate contact Richard Walker at 800-800-2557 or Ed Sprenger at 843-992-2807.