Minnesota Open ($2000 Prize Money Tournament)

Sherlock · 04-21-2012, 10:36 AM

2nd Annual Minnesota Open
Open Division Qualifying Draw August 27 - August 29
Open Division Main Draw August 30 - September 2
All other draws August 27 - September 2

$2000 prize money total
$750 for first place
Prize Money awarded beginning in the quarterfinals

We just started the tournament last year with $400 in prize money for the open men's divisions, along with a big range of NTRP and age division events for other players to play.

We are still working on some of the details. We are working on getting some of the members at the club to provide housing for the main draw entrants.

We probably won't have interviews or video feeds this year like some of the other big tournaments that get mentioned on here do. This is only our second year running the tournament and we have a ways to go before we get that big. But I'll try to keep everyone updated on the progress of the tournament.

Website: www.northmetrotennis.com
Email: rob@northmetrotennis.com

Last time I talked to him, Tony Larson had committed to playing in the tournament

TonLars · 04-23-2012, 06:25 PM

Definitely planning to come. One of the most unique and best run tournaments ive ever played. The tournament officials and organizers go out of their way to accomodate the players and there are tons of great prizes as a part of the tournament series.

Sherlock · 05-09-2012, 06:30 PM

We just confirmed we will have housing available for out-of-state players. No guarantees on how much, but we'll do our best to make it work if there is a lot of demand.

Sherlock · 08-21-2012, 04:59 AM

Registration closes in a couple days. At the moment we only have a couple pro circuit / college players playing, so there is still a good opportunity to win some prize money.

Hopefully we can see some of you up here.

SlapShot · 08-21-2012, 06:12 AM

I'm certainly playing. Look forward to getting a couple of good singles matches in.

SlapShot · 08-24-2012, 08:43 AM

Looks like we have a good open draw. Looking forward to getting my clock cleaned.

Sherlock · 08-29-2012, 06:37 AM

It was a very solid draw. Twice as many players overall from last year, and the open draw is much deeper this year than it was last year. Our goal next year will be to attract some solid out-of-state players and make the open draw even deeper.

gmatheis · 08-29-2012, 06:42 AM

any results posted anywhere?

SlapShot · 08-29-2012, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gmatheis

any results posted anywhere?

http://tennislink.usta.com/Tournamen....aspx?T=119617

rabidranger · 08-29-2012, 10:40 AM

That's how the payout in the slams should be.....

Harry_Wild · 08-30-2012, 08:38 PM

I may enter next year for fun! But I have to get in tournament shape before I do so! That means being able to go all out for three set match and then following day at least two sets. Sore body for sure!

psYcon · 08-31-2012, 07:44 PM

How the heck did this guy Andy Harris beat Tony Larson in double bagel?

TonLars · 08-31-2012, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psYcon

How the heck did this guy Andy Harris beat Tony Larson in double bagel?

They entered the winner incorrectly

NLBwell · 08-31-2012, 08:13 PM

Then you have to go back to the last agreed upon score.
Therefore, you have to play the match over again.

TonLars · 08-31-2012, 08:15 PM

Not a problem!

gmatheis · 08-31-2012, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NLBwell

Then you have to go back to the last agreed upon score.
Therefore, you have to play the match over again.

So Tony has to quadruple bagel the guy to move on??

axel89 · 09-01-2012, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TonLars

Not a problem!

good luck in the final tonlars bring home the cash prize!

TonLars · 09-04-2012, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by axel89

good luck in the final tonlars bring home the cash prize!

Thank you!

Timbo's hopeless slice · 09-04-2012, 10:41 PM

Well done, Tony..

I accidentally clicked on the men's 3.0 singles and happened to notice one Suresh B Ravipati winning the final in a tight three set match

could it be???

gmatheis · 09-05-2012, 03:47 PM

Way to go Tony!

btw ... you think you could take it easy on those guys next time ??
I mean only letting your opponents have 5 games in 8 sets might demoralize em

You're a beast man, Congrats !

04-21-2012, 10:36 AM	#1
Sherlock Rookie Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Minnesota, USA Posts: 192	Minnesota Open ($2000 Prize Money Tournament) 2nd Annual Minnesota Open Open Division Qualifying Draw August 27 - August 29 Open Division Main Draw August 30 - September 2 All other draws August 27 - September 2 $2000 prize money total $750 for first place Prize Money awarded beginning in the quarterfinals We just started the tournament last year with $400 in prize money for the open men's divisions, along with a big range of NTRP and age division events for other players to play. We are still working on some of the details. We are working on getting some of the members at the club to provide housing for the main draw entrants. We probably won't have interviews or video feeds this year like some of the other big tournaments that get mentioned on here do. This is only our second year running the tournament and we have a ways to go before we get that big. But I'll try to keep everyone updated on the progress of the tournament. Website: www.northmetrotennis.com Email: rob@northmetrotennis.com Last time I talked to him, Tony Larson had committed to playing in the tournament __________________ Currently USTA 4.0, and a certified USTA official. Wilson nTour nCode, ALU Luxilon Big Banger 53lbs. Last edited by Sherlock : 08-21-2012 at 05:00 AM.

04-23-2012, 06:25 PM	#2
TonLars Professional Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Minnesota, USA Posts: 1,449	Definitely planning to come. One of the most unique and best run tournaments ive ever played. The tournament officials and organizers go out of their way to accomodate the players and there are tons of great prizes as a part of the tournament series. __________________ Solinco Tour Bite string

05-09-2012, 06:30 PM	#3
Sherlock Rookie Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Minnesota, USA Posts: 192	We just confirmed we will have housing available for out-of-state players. No guarantees on how much, but we'll do our best to make it work if there is a lot of demand. __________________ Currently USTA 4.0, and a certified USTA official. Wilson nTour nCode, ALU Luxilon Big Banger 53lbs.

08-21-2012, 04:59 AM	#4
Sherlock Rookie Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Minnesota, USA Posts: 192	Registration closes in a couple days. At the moment we only have a couple pro circuit / college players playing, so there is still a good opportunity to win some prize money. Hopefully we can see some of you up here. __________________ Currently USTA 4.0, and a certified USTA official. Wilson nTour nCode, ALU Luxilon Big Banger 53lbs.

08-21-2012, 06:12 AM	#5
SlapShot Hall Of Fame Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 2,420	I'm certainly playing. Look forward to getting a couple of good singles matches in. __________________ Back to the Prestige MP. Should have never deviated.

08-29-2012, 06:42 AM	#8
gmatheis Semi-Pro Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 757	any results posted anywhere? __________________ 3 x Völkl PB10 Mid +3.5g lead / BHBR 17 @ 40lbs