2017 AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
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THE
CHARLES TURNER VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD: This award is presented
to an individual in recognition of outstanding volunteer service to the Louisiana
Tennis Association through their organization or Community Tennis Association. (Southern
Award Nomination)
MEDIA
EXCELLENCE IN BROADCASTING AWARD: Presented annually to individuals or
media outlets, that has most contributed to the game of tennis by disseminating
knowledge of our sport to the general public Broadcast Media (TV, Radio, Cable
and Internet).
ADULT
TOURNAMENT OF THE YEAR AWARD: This award is given annually to the
Adult Tournament that stands out above all others. It must be well run and
enjoyable for both players and spectators. Special tournament amenities such as
player parties, food service, and player gifts are all considered. (Southern
Award Nomination)
CHARITY
EVENT OF THE YEAR: Presented to a tennis that donates its
proceeds to a philanthropic cause. Winner receives $500 and the certificate
of merit wins $250. (Not A Southern Award)
COMMUNITY
TENNIS ASSOCIATION (CTA) OF THE YEAR: Recognizes a CTA, for
outstanding service to the local tennis community, to the organization's
members, and in general, to the game of tennis.
EDUCATIONAL
MERIT AWARD: Recognizes an individual who has developed an outstanding
tennis program, which provides leadership and inspiration in junior programs
for schools, colleges, parks and playgrounds benefiting the growth of tennis in
Louisiana. (Southern Award Nomination)
GUS RIVERA JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: Two awards
presented annually to a boy and girl Louisiana junior ranked player who has
outstanding recognition of their tennis performance and sportsmanship. Winners
chosen by the Junior Tennis Council Committee.
JUNIOR
TOURNAMENT OF THE YEAR: Presented to the most outstanding
USTA/LTA-Sanctioned Junior Tournament. Tournament must be enjoyable for both
players and spectators, well organized, and include special amenities. (Southern
Award Nomination)
LEAGUE
TENNIS LEGEND AWARD:This award is chosen by the LTA league
council and its presented to an individual in recognition of outstanding
efforts in making the Adult League experience positive and enjoyable.
MEMBER
ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR AWARD: Recognizes a USTA/LTA member organization,
school, CTA, local tennis group, tennis club, etc. for outstanding service to
the local tennis community, to the organization's members, and in general, to
the game of tennis. (Southern Award Nomination)
PATRON'S AWARD WINNER:Recognizes an individual
or corporation for their significant contributions and support of community
tennis. The award is nominated by the LTA Executive Committee.
PROGRAM
OF THE YEAR AWARD: Presented annually to an innovated program for
beginner juniors and/or adults with a high percentage of participants
converting to USTA membership.
PROVISIONAL OFFICIAL
OF THE YEAR AWARD:Presented to a tennis provisional
official who has made outstanding contributions to the cause of tennis
officiating in their community and/or state. Winner chosen by the
Officials Committee
SPECIAL
TENNIS EVENT OF THE YEAR AWARD: Presented to a special tennis event in
the community and/or state that has been exemplary in the promotion and support
of tennis.(Southern Award Nomination)
TEAM
TENNIS EVENT OF THE YEAR AWARD: Presented to a USTA/LTA sanctioned
event that demonstrates outstanding execution of a team event. (Southern Award
Nomination)
TENNIS
PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR: Honoring a tennis professional that
demonstrates a significant contribution to the game of tennis through their
promoting of the USA Tennis Pathway programs and their support of the USTA
Mission Statement ("to promote and develop the sport of tennis”). All nominees
MUST be either USPTA or USPTR. (Southern Award Nomination)
THE
BEAU HOLTON TENNIS OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR: Presented to a tennis official
who has made outstanding contributions to the cause of tennis officiating in
their community and/or state. Winner chosen by the Officials Committee. (Southern
Award Nomination)
THE
Mickey McNulty FAMILY OF THE YEAR AWARD: Presented to a family that has
been outstanding in their promotion of tennis in their community and/or state. (Southern
Award Nomination)
2015 MARILYN SHERMAN
SPIRIT AWARD: The Marilyn Sherman Spirit Award is given
annually to a staff member or volunteer who exemplifies extraordinary spirit in
growing the game of tennis in the USTA Southern Section. (2014 Award
Nomination)
2015 NJTL CHAPTER OF THE YEAR:
The NJTL Chapter of the Year Award recognizes a program/chapter in the
Southern Section that demonstrates extraordinary community leadership &
excellence in youth tennis and education programming.
2016 WHEELCHAIR TENNIS EXCELLENCE AWARD: The Presented to a wheelchair tennis player, program, volunteer or tournament that demonstrates outstanding community service, on-court ability, event organization and overall promotion of the sport.
USTA
LOUISIANA FACILITY AWARD: Recognition to an outstanding public
tennis facility under the jurisdiction of a park & recreation program, an
education institution, a non-profit corporation or a private and commercially
owned and operated tennis facility with USTA and other growth programs open to
the public. (Application Deadline: June 29, 2015, USTA Award Nomination)
ADULT LEAGUE COORDINATOR OF THE YEAR- This award
recognizes the coordinator with the greatest increase in participation.
JUNIOR LEAGUE COORDINATOR OF THE YEAR- This award recognizes
the coordinator with the greatest increase in junior participation.