Be sure to register for Frenchy's 17th Annual Gumbo Tennis Classic before the Nov. 11 deadline. The charity event of the season includes men's, women's and mixed doubles and is certain to provide lots of intense, friendly competition. The tournament benefits the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. Register at Advantage Yours, the BBBS office or McMullen Tennis Complex. For more details, call (727) 518-8860.    If you haven't tried seen or tried Ed Krass' One-on-One Doubles, check out the Nov. 7 Men's Shootout at Hillsborough Community College. It's a state-sanctioned contest with a compass-draw format that insures lots of play and includes $1,000 in prize money. This event is a men's open-division level with a $45 entry fee that includes a barbeque dinner, beverages and a concert after the competition.    Register online at www.ustaflorida.comunder November Adult Tournaments, or for more info, call Ed, (813) 684-9031. For more info about the One-on-One Doubles Shootout, Click Here for the PDF.    In December, Shipwatch Tennis Club hosts one of the 22 contests in the Florida Tennis Cup. The Dec. 12 tournament will feature combined age groups of Women's, Men’s, and Mixed doubles play with all levels.  Fast-paced 8-game Pro Set matches will be served up all in one day.  Win your way to play in the State Cup Championships scheduled Mar. 21-22 in Boca Raton.    Event fee is $15.00 per player or $30.00 per team.  Players with a valid USTA membership receive a $5.00 discount.     Complete details are available on the Florida Tennis Cup website, www.FloridaTennisCup.com, or email tournament director Kevin Manning at kevman43@hotmail.com.    The Tournament of Champions, hosted by the Suncoast Tennis Foundation, is Jan. 22-24 at East Lake Woodlands. All winners, semi-finalists, finalists and consolation winners from the following 2009 charity tournaments will be invited:  Mike Alstott Family Foundation Tournament at Treasure Island, East Lake Memorial Day Tournament, Clearwater Central Catholic Tournament (adults only) and Frenchy's Gumbo Tournament, along with the 2008 STF Tournament of Champions Tournament.    Questions? Contact Judy, judybfoster@mindspring.com or 727-725-3681.