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GET YOUR GAME FACE ON VOLVOCAROPEN.COM APRIL 2-10, 2016 // CHARLESTON, SC
D EA R FA N S , Welcome to the first annual Volvo Car Open, owned and operated by Family Circle magazine. This is a celebration of our 44th year as a women’s professional tennis event, and marks our 16th year on Daniel Island in beautiful Charleston, SC. Our new title sponsor, Volvo Car, USA has made a strategic decision to build its first production facility in the greater Charleston area, and we couldn’t be more excited that they have chosen our event to showcase its best in class international brand. When you arrive at the Stadium, we invite you to check out all of Volvo Car, USA’s latest variety of SUVs and sedans located around the facility. You can even take one for a spin at the “Ride and Drive” tent, situated conveniently near the main entrance. We have many activities to keep you busy throughout your time with us. From cardio tennis and pickleball clinics, to fashion shows and wine tastings, there is always something to do on our grounds! One big addition to this year’s weeklong schedule is the PowerShares Series on Saturday night, April 9th. This event will feature Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick, James Blake and Mardy Fish all competing to become the first winner of the “Charleston Legends” trophy. As always, our tournament will showcase thrilling women’s tennis with matches that will have you on the edge of your seat. We welcome back our current champion, Angelique Kerber, to defend her title, as well as a handful of fan favorites including Venus Williams, Andrea Petkovic, Madison Keys and Genie Bouchard. We’re excited that you are joining us for, what we believe is, the best experience in women’s professional tennis. The Volvo Car Open team, along with more than 500 volunteers and our valued partners, work extremely hard to make sure your time with us is fun, exciting and memorable. I invite you to reach out to me directly if we can make your experience any better. Thank you,
Bob Moran Tournament Director bob.moran@meredith.com
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MATCH S C H E D U L E DAT E
SES S IO N
GATES O PE N
PL AY B EG IN S *
F E AT U RE D M ATCHES
SAT
4/2
DAY
9:00 am
10:00 am
Qualifying Rounds
SUN
4/3
DAY
9:00 am
10:00 am
Qualifying Rounds
MON
4/4
DAY
9:00 am
10:00 am
1st Round
TUES
4/5
DAY
9:00 am
10:00 am
1st & 2nd Rounds
TUES
4/5
NIGHT
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
1st & 2nd Rounds
WED
4/6
DAY
9:00 am
10:00 am
2nd & 3rd Rounds
WED
4/6
NIGHT
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
2nd & 3rd Rounds
THUR
4/7
DAY
10:00 am
10:45 am
3rd Round
THUR
4/7
NIGHT
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
3rd Round
FRI
4/8
DAY
10:00 am
10:45 am
Quarterfinals
FRI
4/8
NIGHT
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
Quarterfinals
SAT
4/9
DAY
9:00 am
10:45 am
Semifinals
SUN
4/10
DAY
9:00 am
10:45 am
Finals**
*All match times subject to change. **Doubles Final begins at 10:45am followed by Singles Final.
SPECIAL
E VE N T
2016 PowerShares Series SATURDAY NIGHT, APRIL 9 // 7:00PM Mark your calendars now for an exciting addition at the Volvo Car Stadium! Don't miss seeing Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick, James Blake and Mardy Fish play live in Charleston! The PowerShares Series features four world-renowned champions playing two semifinals, with the winners meeting in a championship match.
> BOX SEATING: $75.00 > TERRACE SEATING: $30.00 To purchase, call 800.677.2293
DAY AC T I V I T I ES AT THE O P EN
Sat, April 2 – Sun, April 10
Mon, April 4 – Sun, April 10
LISETTE L MONTRÉAL PANTS GIVEAWAY Visit the Lisette L Montréal pop-up shop on-site all week. When you try on a pair of their pants, you will be entered to win a free pair. Drawings will take place every half hour!
MUSC HEALTH PICKLEBALL CLINICS (9:00AM - 5:00PM) Hop on the short courts and play some pickleball! This sport combines elements of tennis, ping pong and badminton. Beginners and experts welcome!
BAN CARDIO TENNIS COURT (1:00PM AND 3:00PM) Get a 30-minute tennis workout in at the Open, thanks to Ban. Cardio tennis clinics will occur twice a day throughout the week. We'll supply the equipment, just bring your A-game! Players of all abilities are welcome.
Sat, April 2 – Sun, April 3 FAMILY WEEKEND (9:00AM – 3:00PM) Experience two fun-filled days of balloon art, face painting, magicians, jump castles and much more. Free admission for kids 15 and under, and adults are only $10. AUTOGRAPHS AVAILABLE
Sat, April 2 DRAW CEREMONY (3:00PM – 4:00PM) Be a part of Volvo Car Open history as player names are drawn to determine who will battle it out on the courts! Interact and take photos with WTA players.
DON'T MISS OUT!
Tues, April 5 LISETTE L MONTRÉAL LADIES DAY (9:00AM - 5:00PM) Join us for a special day of tennis with your best girls! For the cost of a Tuesday ticket, you'll enjoy giveaways, shopping, wine and cheese tastings and loads of activities, all while watching world-class women's tennis. Rally up the ladies and make a day of it! GIRL TALK LUNCHEON (11:00AM – 12:30PM) Presented by Lisette L Montréal Our Ladies Day Luncheon is all about girl talk this year. Plan to be entertained by two fashionable mother daughter duos: Snezana and Jelena Jankovic, former World No. 1 and Lisette Limoges, world-renowned fashion designer, and daughter Kathryne. Tickets are $60 and include a catered lunch. * A Volvo Car Open day session ticket is required, along with the luncheon ticket.
NIG H T AC T I V I TI ES AT THE O P EN
H A P PY H O U R N IG H TLY 4 : 0 0pm - 7 :0 0pm
Tues, April 5
Thurs, April 7
DUNLOP SPORT/ANTIGUA PERFORMANCE APPAREL NIGHT (7:00PM – 10:00PM) Be one of the first 2,000 fans through the gate on Tuesday night, and receive a special gift. In addition, the merchandise tent will offer special pricing on all Antigua clothing. After the first match, two lucky USTA teams will compete head-to-head on court.
MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT (7:00PM – 10:00PM) Presented by Prudential
Wed, April 6 PINK OUT NIGHT FOR THE CURE (7:00PM – 10:00PM) Presented by MUSC Health Join us in our effort to PINK OUT the stadium in support of the Susan G. Komen® for the Cure Lowcountry. For each person wearing pink through the gates, the Volvo Car Open will make a donation to cancer research, community health outreach and advocacy programs.
S H O P P I N G AT TH E O P EN
In honor of the men and women who serve our country in the Armed Forces, the Volvo Car Open, on behalf of Prudential, is proud to host military appreciation night – giving activeduty and retired military, plus their families complimentary admission. Join us in thanking our service members and their families.
Fri, April 8 SUNTRUST NIGHT (7:00PM – 10:00PM) Don't miss an exciting night of great matches and prizes. Join SunTrust on Friday when they host an interactive on court activity – the annual ball toss. A true fan favorite!
The 2016 Volvo Car Open merchandise tent will be bigger and better than ever. Your Serve Tennis out of Atlanta will once again operate and carry all the latest tennis lines available as well as logoed souvenirs - your one stop shop! Three vendors will also be showcased in Match Point Market: Baseline Boutique, Hermosa Jewelry and Escapada.
DINING
AT T HE O P E N
Whatever you're craving, there's something to suit your taste at the Volvo Car Open. After entering the gates, you'll find a wide variety of options at our unique food and beverage destinations throughout the grounds. Enjoy! MATCHPOINT MARKET:
FOOD COURT:
- Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream - Brown Fox Coffee - Daniel Island Grille - Lime-A-Rita - Match Point Market Cocktails - T&T Ketel Korn and Candied Nuts
- Hamby Catering - King of Pops Gourmet Popsicles - Zeus Grill CLUB COURT: - Courtside Cocktails - Mountain Top Jumbo Pretzels and Fresh Squeezed Lemonade - Souvenir Cup Refill Depot
FOOD TRUCKS (rotating daily): - Bac'n Me Crazy - BKeD - Brava Bowls - Caribbean Creole - Just Eat This! - Kona Ice - Roadside Seafood - Tow in the Dough
STADIUM: - Beer & Cocktail Carts - Chic-fil-A - Clos du Bois Corner (terrace level) - Half Court Hot Dogs - Lime-A-Rita - Souvenir Cup Refill Depot - Verde Fresh Salads and Wraps
GRAND LAWN: - Michelob Ultra Center Court Lounge - Mountain Top Jumbo Pretzels and Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
24
16 oz. TERVIS + LID:
$
24 oz. TERVIS + LID:
$
29
2016 Volvo Car Open Souvenir Cups Purchase on-site from a number of food and beverage vendors and enjoy complimentary soda and water refills all week. All drinks sold into cups are $2 less than posted menu price.
TO U R NA M E N T I N FO R M ATI O N & RE M I N DE RS FOOD & BEVERAGES No food, beverages, coolers or glass containers may be brought onto tournament grounds, with the exception of one sealed bottle of water per person. The Volvo Car Open has a variety of choices for your dining pleasure to satisfy your food and beverage needs. NO SMOKING POLICY The Volvo Car Open is a non-smoking facility. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted anywhere on the tournament grounds. MATCH SCHEDULE All start times and match schedules are subject to change. Check VolvoCarOpen.com for updates. CAMERAS No flash photography is allowed. Cameras are prohibited for any purpose other than using photographs for personal and private domestic use. Such photographs cannot be exploited or displayed in any manner or in any medium whatsoever without the express written consent of the WTA. LOST & FOUND Any lost items can be found at the Guest Services Tent located near the main gate. TICKET POLICIES Please be prepared to present your ticket to our usher staff at all times. There will be a checkpoint at the site entrance, Stadium Court and Club Court. Patrons wanting to leave and re-enter the tournament grounds will need to obtain a hand stamp upon exiting. You will need both a hand stamp and the ticket stub to re-enter. Keep your tickets! No ticket or credential holder may continually collect, disseminate, transmit, publish or release from the grounds of the tournament any match scores or related statistical data during match play (from the commencement of a match through its conclusion for any commercial, betting or gambling purpose). REFUNDS/EXCHANGES There are no refunds or exchanges. All sales are final.
UMBRELLAS While umbrellas are allowed on-site, please be advised that you may be asked to discontinue use if they obstruct sight lines of those around you. RAIN POLICY A session will be considered complete if one match in that session is completed. In the event of rain or high winds that result in the cancellation of scheduled matches during a session, we will attempt to accommodate the ticket holder with a General Admission ticket for a subsequent session, based on availability. There will be NO REFUNDS issued. You must retain your original ticket stub in the case of a postponement in order to re-enter the rescheduled session. Information on scheduling changes can be obtained by calling the tournament hotline, (843) 849-5000, or visiting our website's homepage. PARKING Parking is available in several locations on Daniel Island. Free shuttle service to the main entrance will be provided to those parking only in the satellite lots. BAG POLICY For the comfort and safety of all patrons, bags and backpacks will be screened upon entry. Once checked, bags and backpacks will receive a tag that shows they’ve been screened. Anyone leaving and wanting to re-enter will have their tag removed. Upon re-entry, bag will again be screened and tagged. Clear bags will be visually scanned and permitted without needing a bag tag. The following items are prohibited from entering the grounds: glass bottles or containers; alcoholic beverages; weapons; illegal substances; bikes, skateboards, scooters, self-balancing scooters or roller blades; pets, with the exception of service animals. Prohibited items that are discovered during inspections must either be returned to their owner’s vehicle/ transportation or discarded. The Volvo Car Open will not provide a storage area for these items. Guests arriving by public transportation must take particular caution not to bring any prohibited items as no exceptions will be made.
* Please visit our website for more information on prohibited items and new policies.
SPONSORS TITLE SPONSOR
PREMIER LEVEL
CORPORATE LEVEL
CHARLESTONIAN LEVEL Ban Hamby Catering & Events Palmetto Warrior Connection Post and Courier United States Tennis Association
OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS Clos du Bois Pepsi
Royal Cup Coffee US Foods
S P O N S O R S AT T H E OP E N
Take a break from the on-court action and visit Sponsor Row for a chance to receive giveaways, sample products and meet with the supporters of our tournament. Be sure to pick up a Sponsor Row Passport daily at the front gate for a chance to win prizes!