Welcome to Oakbourne Country Club

CRAWFISH CLASSIC

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

Do I need to enter all player information when registration opens on December 4?

No! The new registration process is simple. On December 4, you only need to complete the payment and enter the team captain’s information.

You can add the remaining players to your team roster by the end of December using the link provided during registration.

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TEAM FORMAT

How many players are on each team?

Each team plays with 6 players on the court lineup. We recommend bringing a roster of 7 players, although some teams may bring 8 to allow for substitutions.

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How many matches will we play?

Each team is scheduled to play 3 matches during the Round Robin stage, weather permitting. Defaults count as a match.

 

CHECK-IN

Where do we check in?

Check-in takes place at Oakbourne Country Club (OCC), the tournament's main site.

 

Who can check in for our team?

The team captain may designate any team member to check in and pick up the team bag, which includes tournament shirts and tickets.

 

SCORING

How does match scoring work?

Matches follow standard tennis scoring:

• Best of 3 sets.

• Regular 7-point tiebreaker at 6–6 in the first two sets.

• Regular 10-point match tiebreaker in place of a third set.

Regular tiebreakers switch sides every 6 points. The Coman tiebreaker format is not used.

 

How does a team win a match?

Each court won is worth 1 point. The team that wins the majority of courts earns a Team Win.

 

ROUND ROBIN & PLAYOFFS

How do teams advance to the Sunday Finals?

The team with the most Team Wins in its division advances to Sunday's playoffs.

 

What happens if two teams finish with the same record?

If two teams finish with a 2–1 record, their head-to-head result determines which team advances.

 

What happens if three teams finish with a 2–1 record?

The division winner is determined by the following tiebreakers, in order:

1. Most individual matches (courts) won.

2. If still tied, fewest sets lost.

3. If still tied, fewest games lost.

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SUBSTITUTIONS & PLAYER RATINGS

What if we need a substitute?

• Update your roster using the link provided during registration.

• You may find your own substitute, even at the last minute.

• If you cannot find a substitute, email janusz@oakbournecc.com as soon as possible to help avoid a court default.

We strongly recommend bringing at least 7 players on your roster.

 

Can a substitute be rated higher than our division?

Yes. However, you must notify both the tournament desk and your opponent before the match. The court played by the higher-rated player will count as a loss.

 

Which division must our team enter?

Teams must register for the division of their highest-rated player.

Example: A team with five 3.5-rated players and one 4.0-rated player must enter the 4.0 division.

 

DIVISIONS

What divisions are available?

Ladies: 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and Open

Men: 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and Open

All divisions have limited draws, so early registration is strongly encouraged.

 

REGISTRATION

When does registration open?

• Crawfish Classic: Online registration and payments for non-members open after December USTA ratings are published.

• Team E Registration: Opens in May.

 

When is the registration deadline?

Registration closes when the tournament is full. In 2024, registration filled on the same day it opened, so we encourage teams to register early.

Visit www.crawfish-classic.com for registration information and updates.

 

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE TEAM FEE?

Your team fee includes:

• Three matches (weather permitting; defaults count as a match).

• Locally designed, long-sleeve tournament Dri-FIT shirts.

• Friday evening jambalaya at Oakbourne cooked and served by OCC GM Jeff Damico and OCC Golf Superintendant Jason Barras!

• Saturday lunch at Oakbourne.

• Saturday night crawfish boil in the spring or shrimp boil in the fall, along with other local favorites.

• Saturday night party featuring a live band or DJ.

• All weekend access to beer truck.

• Sunday lunch at Oakbourne.

• Soft drinks and snacks throughout the weekend at all tournament sites.

• Prizes for each member of the winning team.

 

SCHEDULE & MATCH TIMES

What is the tournament schedule?

All draws consist of four-team Round Robin groups followed by playoffs.

• Friday: First-round matches scheduled between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM.

• Saturday: Second- and third-round matches.

• Sunday: Playoffs for division winners.

All matches are subject to weather and scheduling adjustments.

 

Where can I find the draws and match times?

Draws and schedules will be posted on the tournament website under “Draws.”

Team captains are encouraged to save the website on their phones for easy access to tournament updates.

www.crawfish-classic.com

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TOURNAMENT LOCATION & CONTACT INFORMATION

Where is the main tournament site?

Oakbourne Country Club (OCC)

3700 E. Simcoe Street
Lafayette, LA 70501

 

Additional matches may be held at other tournament sites. Please visit the tournament website for the list of locations.

 

Who do I contact with questions not listed on this website?

Tournament Director: Janusz Conradi
Tournament Committee: Oakbourne Tennis Association
Email: janusz@oakbournecc.com
Phone: 337-232-0223