It’s time once again to recognize those individuals, clubs,

and organizations involved in the game of tennis who go

that extra mile to make a difference.  Whether they’ve been a teacher, player, mentor, motivator or inspiration to

others to play, now is your chance to help them shine.  Please look over  the nomination ballot for this year’s USTA

Recognition Awards and help us show our appreciation to these individuals, as well as raise awareness for tennis programs and events the nominees have supported throughout the year.  The winners will be invited to attend the USTA/Virginia Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon on Saturday, October 24, 2009 at The Dominion Club in Glen Allen, VA.

Nominating someone is easy….Click the online ballot , choose the category, and submit your nomination.  Be sure to

include contact information for the nominee. 

REMINDER:  The individual or organization/tournament

nominated has to be a USTA member and be located in

Virginia.

 

Categories Include:

Volunteer of the Year                                   Family of the Year

Tennis On Campus Leadership Award            Committee Chair of the Year

Tournament Director of the Year                  Tournament of the Year

Tournament Player of the Year                     Sportsmanship of the Year

League Coordinator of the Year                    Umpire of the Year

Jr. Team Tennis Coordinator of the Year     Coach of the Year

Teaching Professional of the Year                 Club of the Year

Organization of the Year                                 Press Award

Community Outreach

 

The deadline for

nominations is Friday,

September 25, 2009, so get on the ball!

 

 

 

 

We also would like to encourage you to let us know if there is an individual who is worthy of recognition but does not fit into any of the categories on the ballot, as well as any ideas for new categories for next year.

 

Please assist us in recognizing those who do so much to further the game of tennis in Virginia!  If you have any questions, please contact Betty Wickersham in the Virginia District office at 540.982.5524.