Automate the planning process to save time and improve productivity
Paste tournament link: Enter the URL from USTA or ITF tournament page to automatically retrieve tournament details, dates, location, and registration information.
Register singles and doubles + wildcard: Sign up for the tennis tournament, and always sign up for both singles and doubles to avoid potential manual errors and reach out to potential doubles partners (unless there is an additional cost). In case of not being able to get in, players can apply for the wild card and Apply early: Submit wildcard requests well in advance with a compelling case.
Book closer to the site: Check the tournament sites information and book the hotel that is closer to the site, because sometimes different age groups play at different sites. You can always cancel the hotel if the player doesn't get in, especially for big national tournaments such as Clay Court at Rome GA, or Easter Bowl at CA.
Book with buffer: In case of weather or climate special situations, it's wise to arrive 2 days before the start date so that you won't get stressed by flight delays or cancellations. Players can warm up the day before, and USTA L1 often has registration 1 day before the start date. Important: In case of unknown finish date, book one-way tickets first to the tournament, then use airline points to book one-way home and try to do standby with cheaper tickets but standby for the better schedule.
Book at the airport: Hertz and Avis are good, Ace is ok. Don't use Dollar or Thrift. Some rental car companies are outside of the airport (e.g., Miami rental: Hertz, National, Dollar, Enterprise, Thrifty, Alamo, Avis, ACE, Sixt, Payless, Budget, Royal, Carnival). Don't rent from Economy, Dollar, or Thrift.
Pack proper clothes: There can be unexpected warm or cold weather. For example, Winter Nationals at San Antonio can be 40 degrees in the morning. Check the weather forecast before packing.
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