THE TOURNAMENT
As the site of several past National Championships and the last five Eastern States Singles, the Greenwich Country Club is excited to continue to host the only national ranking singles tournament in the country. The tournament draws from a number of states and has included players from age 14 to their 60s. The draw includes nationally ranked players, as well as those who make their mark in their club scrambles and local team matches. This uniquely broad mix of players illustrates the universal appeal that is one of the tournament's key attributes.
Singles has a long history in the sport of platform tennis, with the first National Championships played alongside the first doubles championships in 1935. Our efforts are supported by a number of organizations, including the APTA, leading platform tennis manufacturers, a number of the leading doubles players in the country, past Singles Champions, and others who appreciate the excitement, athleticism, pace and enjoyment of singles paddle. Once you have played it, you will truly grow to love it – it also may be the best thing that ever happened to your doubles game. From top tournament players to local club athletes, the Eastern States is the perfect start to another exciting season.
Watch these short videos documenting the fun and excitement of past years' tournaments.
DETAILS
ELIGIBILITY AND COST: Each entrant either must be an APTA member or pay a $20 APTA tournament registration fee. The entry fee for the tournament is $99.
TIME & PLACE: All matches will be played at the Greenwich Country Club, the Greenwich Field Club, and other club facilities in Greenwich beginning at 10:15 AM on Saturday, November 15. Semis and finals of most draws will be played Sunday, November 16.
EXTRAS: The KEGS will be tapped and flowing throughout the day at the Greenwich County Club. Plan to stay and enjoy!
FORMAT: The Draw initially will be limited to 32 players, so please sign up as soon as possible. It will expand only when we have a minimum of 8 players on the wait list. Men and Women are welcome to register, and we have had many women in the draw over the years. Should there be sufficient interest, we will provide an additional women's draw.
SINGLES RULES: Rules for singles are the same as doubles, with three exceptions:
1. Each player receives two serves.
2. No-ad scoring is used throughout – receiver chooses which side to receive at 3-all.
3. The singles sidelines are used.
LUNCH/FAVORS: Lunch is included on Saturday, and, as always, the best tourney mementos in the business for each participant. Sizes will be set aside for early registrants as long as what you choose is available - sign up right away to ensure the right "fit".
SPONSORS
We are pleased to acknowledge the strong support from our corporate friends. As has been the case every year since our inception, Sqwincher will supply us with plenty of electrolyte replacement beverages throughout the weekend. Sqwincher's products are key to maintaining the hydration of factory workers throughout the United States as well as service providers active in outdoor activities, including utility workers, arborists and public works employees.
Lakewood Capital also has supported the tournament since its inception and offered to host the registration site this year. Many thanks to Lakewood Capital for their loyalty and for providing middle market private equity opportunities for its investors.
Additional sponsorships are available. Please contact Roger Knight if you are interested.