Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I sign up for the league?
A: There are 2 ways:
1). Send a filled-out registration page (in this packet) with
the league entry fee. Directions are on the registration page.i
2). Go to
http://www.jrgrandprix.com. Click the 2nd logo on the left
(Chicago). Find the link on the page that says, “Junior Grand Prix League
Registration.” You can choose to pay online (Paypal option) or
download the
packet.
Once we
receive your registration, you will be sent an email or mail notification
confirmation.
Q: How do I sign up for tournaments?
A: Go to
http://www.jrgrandprix.com/chischedule.htm to check on event dates and
times. You may download the forms on that page and send the form in, with
payment, to the event location. Be sure to send your payments in early because
court time and player maximums vary from club to club. Tournaments can sell
out. You will generally not receive a confirmation from the facilities.
If you wish to verify your entry, please contact each club directly.
Q: Do I have to sign up for all of the tournaments?
A: No. You can sign up for any tournaments you wish. You can enter
one or all of them if you want. You can play when you want.
Q: I am a USTA ranked player. Can I play the Junior Grand Prix?
A: Yes. USTA ranked players may play in the Junior Grand Prix. If
you have any 2008 Final National Rankings, you may not play in any Junior
Grand Prix tournaments. If you have a 2008 Final Sectional/District
Ranking, you may play in the Junior Grand Prix, but not in the specific age
division being ranked. The Junior Grand Prix Girls' 15s age division will
be governed by the USTA Girls' 16s rankings. NOTE: A current-year USTA
standing has no bearing on eligibility to play in the Junior Grand Prix.
If there are any questions about this rule concerning your player or any other
players, email tennis@jrgrandprix.com
with the player name(s) and they will be checked for eligibility.
Q: I disagree with my point total. How do I get this fixed?
A: Please send scoring discrepancies to Warren San Luis at
tennis@jrgrandprix.com.
Q: Do my results affect my USTA ranking?
A: No. Gateway Junior Tennis – Chicago is not directly involved with any USTA
sanctioning.
Q: I play in the Junior Grand Prix. Should I play USTA
tournaments?
A: Absolutely. We recommend that many of our players try some USTA
tournaments. It is good for up-and-coming players to have a mixture of both.
Q: I have a very busy schedule. I cannot make all of
the tournaments. Can I still play in the league?
A: Yes! It is up to you to pick your own schedule based on the league
schedule. You may play as much or as little as you want depending on which
events you want to participate in.
If you have any other questions, please send an email to tennis@jrgrandprix.com.