WINTER 2009 - the Colorado Tennis Association

pa g e 12colorado tennis WINTER 2009USTA COLORADO 2009 ANNUAL AWARDSEach year, USTA Colorado hosts the Colorado Tennis Hall of Fame Gala & Colorado Tennis Annual Awards Celebration.In addition to the formal induction ceremony for the incoming class of the Hall of Fame, USTA Colorado recognizes thoseplayers, coaches, administrators, volunteers and facilities who have made significant contributions to tennis over the courseof the past year. The nomination period for the Annual Awards concludes in September of each year.Bud Robineau AwardVicky Matarazzo (Lakewood)A long-time high school coach and USTA School Tennis Clinician, Vicky is thevolunteer tennis director for Special Olympics Colorado, coaching athletes withphysical and intellectual disabilities while training Special Olympics coaches.She also regularly volunteers on the adaptive court at Arthur Ashe Kids Day.Clyde Rogers Awardmike shellman (Aurora)An NTRP Verifier, USTA Umpire and tournament director, and long-time tennisinstructor/administrator at South Suburban and Highlands Ranch, Mike alsoserves on the USTA Colorado Adult Recreation and Tournament Committees.Sam & Sid Milstein Awardgene wilken (Fort Collins)Gene picked up his first racquet at the age of 10, and in 2009, he swept theM80 singles and doubles titles at the Colorado State Open.Jody Riser Knudsen AwardSONIA SCHWARTZ (Arvada)Sonia was key to the success of the USTA Colorado Diversity TennisFest Series,bringing tennis to diverse populations at Colorado’s largest ethnic festivals.Arthur Ashe Awardart rimando (Denver)Art has been the Berkeley Park tennis coordinator for more than 15 years,helping to grow tennis in that highly diverse community. A USTA Coloradoboard member, Art chairs the Diversity Oversight Committee.Jim Landin Awardclancy shields (Grand Junction)Clancy began the local tournament season with a win at the Elam Classic, followedby doubles victories at both the Elam and the Men's Safeway Open, apro-caliber event. He was also a finalist at the Denver City Open.Dorothy Mauk Awardandy zodin (Lakewood)Andy is host of “In the Tennis Zone”, a weekly radio show that features tenniscoverage of the local tennis scene, as well as interviews with some of thesport's most iconic figures, including Billie Jean King and Rod Laver.Joan Birkland Awardlauren strasburger (Denver)A former Colorado State University standout, Lauren won the Boulder Openand reached the quarterfinals at the Denver City and Colorado State Open.Male High School PlayerJack Cella AwardFemale High School PlayerJim & Anne Dyde AwardMale College PlayerVernon John AwardFemale College PlayerRosemary Fri AwardMale PlayerJim Landin AwardFemale PlayerJoan Birkland AwardSenior Male PlayerSam & Sid Milstein AwardSenior Female PlayerFay & Dorothy Shwayder AwardUmpireAde Butler AwardFay & Dorothy Shwayder Awardjanice aoki (Littleton)Janice ends the year ranked No. 1 in Colorado in the Women’s 65s division.In 2008 and again in 2009, she won the singles championships at both theDenver City Open and the Colorado State Open.Richard Hillway Awardkent denver school (Englewood)Kent Denver won its second consecutive Colorado Boys’ High School State4A Team Championship (fifth title in school history), sweeping every titlematch it played.Ade Butler Awardpatrick zuraski (Colorado Springs)An active official at all levels of events, Patrick joined the CTUA in 2001 and hasserved on its board of directors since 2006, as secretary and treasurer.Rosemary Fri Awardkrista damico (Parker)A junior standout ranked nationally as high as No. 6 in the country, Krista continuedher success in college, where as a freshman at the University of Texasshe competed in the top three singles and top two doubles positions.Margaret Rogers Phipps Awardnicole kalhorn (Colorado Springs)Nicole earned a top-20 Intermountain ranking in 2009, capturing severaltournaments at the state level. A member of the Team Colorado Select Squad,she won her first 12s title at the age of 10.Jack Cella Awardcasey macmaster (Fort Collins)A senior at Rocky Mountain High School, Casey capped back-to-back perfectseasons with his second 5A high school singles championship, earning himPlayer of the Year honors and a spot on the All Colorado Boys' Tennis Team.Jim & Anne Dyde Awardsammie watson (Denver)One of Intermountain’s top ranked players, Sammie plays No. 1 singles atKent Denver, winning consecutive 4A Singles Championships. She was namedColorado High School Player of the Year for 2008-2009 by The Denver Post.Carter & Lena Elliott Family Awardthe young family (Colorado Springs)Rich has served on the board of directors of USTA Colorado for 10 years, whilePennie, Matt and Brad began Stars Tennis, a student-led summer instructionalprogram for under-served kids in Colorado Springs.E.L. Griffey Awardarvada tennis center-APEX P&R (Arvada)Consistently ranked among the top five facilities in the state for league participation,Arvada Tennis Center is home to many events and programs includingsanctioned tournaments, coaches trainings and wheelchair tennis.Willa Wolcott Condon Awardcheyenne mountain high school (CO Springs)The Cheyenne Mountain High School tennis team capped off their 2009 seasonwinning the 4A Girls' High School Team Championship, bringing homeindividual state titles at the No. 3 singles and No. 2 and 4 doubles positions.Mike, Gene & Maurice Reidy Awardalex clinkenbeard (Loveland)A two-time finalist from Loveland High School at the 5A High School championships,Alex was the team captain. He is a stellar student and volunteer.Charlie & Ira Brown Awardstephanie schwartz (Arvada)A frequent competitor in tournaments, leagues and on her high school tennisteam, Stephanie organizes and teaches at fundraising tennis camps, alsocoaching a middle school tennis team in an under-served neighborhood.John Hough Awardluke lorenz (Colorado Springs)Luke won the Boys’ 12s singles and doubles at the ITA Memorial Day Circuit,also capturing the doubles at the Easter Circuit. A member of the Team ColoradoSelect Squad, Luke has been recognized for his work ethic and leadership.Jerry & Lillian Brawer Awardjohn vcelka (Highlands Ranch)An avid wheelchair player and member of the Colorado Wheelchair TennisFoundation board, John works to provide tennis opportunities for wheelchairathletes. He competes in events statewide, enjoying consistent results.Phyllis Lockwood Awardbrittan sutphin (Lakewood)The No. 1 singles player at Wheat Ridge High School, Brittan received JeffcoPlayer of the Year honors in 2009. After a near-death experience, she hasmade it her mission to place AEDs in all Colorado schools and sports facilities.Vernon John Awardclancy shields (Grand Junction)In 2009, Clancy was named WAC Player of the Year, leading Boise State to theNCAA team championships. He also received the ITA/Rafael Osuna SportsmanshipAward for character, academics and tennis accomplishments.Wheelchair PlayerJerry & Lillian Brawer AwardBoys' High School TeamRichard Hillway AwardGirls' High School TeamWilla Wolcott Condon AwardOrganizationE.L. Griffey AwardFamilyCarter & Lena Elliott Family AwardVolunteerJody Riser Knudsen AwardMedia ExcellenceDorothy Mauk AwardGirls' Sportsmanship (under 14)Margaret Rogers Phipps AwardBoys' Sportsmanship (under 14)John Hough AwardGirls' Sportsmanship (15-18 yrs)Phyllis Lockwood AwardBoys' Sportsmanship (15-18 yrs)Mike, Gene & Maurice Reidy AwardJunior Sportsmanship (Park & Rec)Charlie & Ira Brown AwardContributions to Under-served PlayersArthur Ashe AwardService to Recreational PlayersClyde Rogers AwardService to Tennis CommunityBud Robineau Award