Nearly 400 of the top junior tennis players in the country, aged 16 and 18 and under, will compete for the title of National Champion. In addition, wild cards for direct entry into the US Open will be awarded to the tournament’s top finishers. The Girls’ 16s event will begin on Saturday, August 2 and conclude with the singles and doubles finals on Saturday, August 9. The Girls’ 18s tournament will get underway on Sunday, August 3 and conclude with the singles and doubles championships on Sunday, August 10. Both divisions will feature 192-player singles draws and 96-team doubles draws. The Opening Ceremony for the USTA Billie Jean King Girls’ 16s and 18s National Championships will take place at the Barnes Tennis Center on Saturday, August 2 at 4:30 p.m. (PDT). Admission is free each day of the tournament and there is no charge for parking at Barnes Tennis Center. For the most current match schedule, check the official tournament website at: www.ustagirlsnationals.com. Youth Tennis San Diego on Facebook / Instagram USTA on Facebook / Instagram