pa g e 12colorado tennis <strong>WINTER</strong> <strong>2009</strong>USTA COLORADO <strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL AWARDSEach year, USTA <strong>Colorado</strong> hosts <strong>the</strong> <strong>Colorado</strong> <strong>Tennis</strong> Hall of Fame Gala & <strong>Colorado</strong> <strong>Tennis</strong> Annual Awards Celebration.In addition to <strong>the</strong> formal induction ceremony for <strong>the</strong> incoming class of <strong>the</strong> Hall of Fame, USTA <strong>Colorado</strong> recognizes thoseplayers, coaches, administrators, volunteers and facilities who have made significant contributions to tennis over <strong>the</strong> courseof <strong>the</strong> past year. The nomination period for <strong>the</strong> Annual Awards concludes in September of each year.Bud Robineau AwardVicky Matarazzo (Lakewood)A long-time high school coach and USTA School <strong>Tennis</strong> Clinician, Vicky is <strong>the</strong>volunteer tennis director for Special Olympics <strong>Colorado</strong>, coaching athletes withphysical and intellectual disabilities while training Special Olympics coaches.She also regularly volunteers on <strong>the</strong> 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 <strong>the</strong> USTA <strong>Colorado</strong> Adult Recreation and Tournament Committees.Sam & Sid Milstein Awardgene wilken (Fort Collins)Gene picked up his first racquet at <strong>the</strong> age of 10, and in <strong>2009</strong>, he swept <strong>the</strong>M80 singles and doubles titles at <strong>the</strong> <strong>Colorado</strong> State Open.Jody Riser Knudsen AwardSONIA SCHWARTZ (Arvada)Sonia was key to <strong>the</strong> success of <strong>the</strong> USTA <strong>Colorado</strong> Diversity <strong>Tennis</strong>Fest Series,bringing tennis to diverse populations at <strong>Colorado</strong>’s largest ethnic festivals.Arthur Ashe Awardart rimando (Denver)Art has been <strong>the</strong> Berkeley Park tennis coordinator for more than 15 years,helping to grow tennis in that highly diverse community. A USTA <strong>Colorado</strong>board member, Art chairs <strong>the</strong> Diversity Oversight Committee.Jim Landin Awardclancy shields (Grand Junction)Clancy began <strong>the</strong> local tournament season with a win at <strong>the</strong> Elam Classic, followedby doubles victories at both <strong>the</strong> Elam and <strong>the</strong> Men's Safeway Open, apro-caliber event. He was also a finalist at <strong>the</strong> Denver City Open.Dorothy Mauk Awardandy zodin (Lakewood)Andy is host of “In <strong>the</strong> <strong>Tennis</strong> Zone”, a weekly radio show that features tenniscoverage of <strong>the</strong> local tennis scene, as well as interviews with some of <strong>the</strong>sport's most iconic figures, including Billie Jean King and Rod Laver.Joan Birkland Awardlauren strasburger (Denver)A former <strong>Colorado</strong> State University standout, Lauren won <strong>the</strong> Boulder Openand reached <strong>the</strong> quarterfinals at <strong>the</strong> Denver City and <strong>Colorado</strong> 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 <strong>the</strong> year ranked No. 1 in <strong>Colorado</strong> in <strong>the</strong> Women’s 65s division.In 2008 and again in <strong>2009</strong>, she won <strong>the</strong> singles championships at both <strong>the</strong>Denver City Open and <strong>the</strong> <strong>Colorado</strong> State Open.Richard Hillway Awardkent denver school (Englewood)Kent Denver won its second consecutive <strong>Colorado</strong> Boys’ High School State4A Team Championship (fifth title in school history), sweeping every titlematch it played.Ade Butler Awardpatrick zuraski (<strong>Colorado</strong> Springs)An active official at all levels of events, Patrick joined <strong>the</strong> 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 <strong>the</strong> country, Krista continuedher success in college, where as a freshman at <strong>the</strong> University of Texasshe competed in <strong>the</strong> top three singles and top two doubles positions.Margaret Rogers Phipps Awardnicole kalhorn (<strong>Colorado</strong> Springs)Nicole earned a top-20 Intermountain ranking in <strong>2009</strong>, capturing severaltournaments at <strong>the</strong> state level. A member of <strong>the</strong> Team <strong>Colorado</strong> Select Squad,she won her first 12s title at <strong>the</strong> 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 <strong>the</strong> Year honors and a spot on <strong>the</strong> All <strong>Colorado</strong> Boys' <strong>Tennis</strong> 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 named<strong>Colorado</strong> High School Player of <strong>the</strong> Year for 2008-<strong>2009</strong> by The Denver Post.Carter & Lena Elliott Family Award<strong>the</strong> young family (<strong>Colorado</strong> Springs)Rich has served on <strong>the</strong> board of directors of USTA <strong>Colorado</strong> for 10 years, whilePennie, Matt and Brad began Stars <strong>Tennis</strong>, a student-led summer instructionalprogram for under-served kids in <strong>Colorado</strong> Springs.E.L. Griffey Awardarvada tennis center-APEX P&R (Arvada)Consistently ranked among <strong>the</strong> top five facilities in <strong>the</strong> state for league participation,Arvada <strong>Tennis</strong> 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 <strong>the</strong>ir <strong>2009</strong> seasonwinning <strong>the</strong> 4A Girls' High School Team Championship, bringing homeindividual state titles at <strong>the</strong> 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 <strong>the</strong> 5A High School championships,Alex was <strong>the</strong> 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 (<strong>Colorado</strong> Springs)Luke won <strong>the</strong> Boys’ 12s singles and doubles at <strong>the</strong> ITA Memorial Day Circuit,also capturing <strong>the</strong> doubles at <strong>the</strong> Easter Circuit. A member of <strong>the</strong> Team <strong>Colorado</strong>Select 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 <strong>the</strong> <strong>Colorado</strong> Wheelchair <strong>Tennis</strong>Foundation 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 <strong>the</strong> Year honors in <strong>2009</strong>. After a near-death experience, she hasmade it her mission to place AEDs in all <strong>Colorado</strong> schools and sports facilities.Vernon John Awardclancy shields (Grand Junction)In <strong>2009</strong>, Clancy was named WAC Player of <strong>the</strong> Year, leading Boise State to <strong>the</strong>NCAA team championships. He also received <strong>the</strong> 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 <strong>Tennis</strong> CommunityBud Robineau Award
<strong>WINTER</strong> <strong>2009</strong>colorado tennis pa g e 13we’re changing<strong>the</strong> world.what you should know about <strong>the</strong>colorado youth tennis foundation$17,050Total Raised in <strong>2009</strong>$0$15,000<strong>2009</strong> GoalIndividual Gifts$10,000$5,000The <strong>Colorado</strong> Youth <strong>Tennis</strong> Foundation raises money through our two premierevents – <strong>the</strong> <strong>Colorado</strong> <strong>Tennis</strong> Hall of Fame Gala and <strong>the</strong> ever-popularPunk Relic Charity Tournament, as well as through donations from foundations,corporations and individuals.In <strong>2009</strong>, <strong>the</strong> CYTF's goal was to raise $15,000 in individualgifts to help us provide tennis opportunities to kids inneed across <strong>Colorado</strong>. Thanks to your generosity,<strong>the</strong> CYTF exceeded its goal, making sure that all kids who have an interesthave a chance to play tennis.To make a gift – big or small, visit our website at coloradotennis.com and click on <strong>the</strong> CYTF logo. Your gift will be acknowledged in <strong>the</strong> nextissue of <strong>Colorado</strong> <strong>Tennis</strong> newspaper.If you are aware of corporations who might be interested in sponsoringone of our events please contact us at 303/695-4116 x 201.help us change <strong>the</strong> worldThank you to <strong>the</strong> following CYTF donors (September-November <strong>2009</strong>):AnonymousScott and Sonja AsperDavid BaileyRoger and Mary BallengerJerry and Marty BerglundStuart Conway and Janet BramhallCliff BuchholzAde ButlerLeslie CavnessSue ChamleeJane Burnham Eugene CorriganDelish Demure Event GuestsGregg and Karen EngelLinda HansonLisa HarrisRichard HayesJohn HermesOwen and Mary HobsonLisa JaphaStephen and Carol JostDenise and Thomas KingKatie KoontzMary KovarikDan Levin and Kadra KnudsonCynthia and Michael LowingerLee and Susan McIntireJane MileyCarl and Trish MilliceVarinda MissettBrent and Julie MorseBoots O'BrienPrime Time <strong>Tennis</strong> PlayersMary Ann and Walter RaynorLinda RedstoneAnn RobertsJohn and Jeannie RobertsonRandy and Nancy RossJulie SmithMarcia StricklandBrad Sugar<strong>Tennis</strong> with <strong>the</strong> Stars PayersJudy Wolter Susan and Tim WrightLynelle Zabelone player at a time.We live in a time when <strong>the</strong> issuesfacing <strong>the</strong> health and focus of youngstersare pressing and significant.Childhood obesity is prevalent incommunities throughout our state,and our kids are tested daily withdecisions surrounding drugs, gangsand o<strong>the</strong>r potentially life changingchoices that may have a profoundeffect on <strong>the</strong>ir future.<strong>Tennis</strong> is much more than just ahealthy activity that promotes physicalfitness. It fosters decision-makingskills and instills self-confidence,sportsmanship and teamwork. Itextends beyond <strong>the</strong> boundariesof age, color and economic background.<strong>Tennis</strong> provides a place for youngstersto make new acquaintancesand streng<strong>the</strong>n existing relationshipswith family and friends. It teaches<strong>the</strong> importance of physical, emotionaland mental fitness; of makinggood choices; and developing goodcharacter.We envision communities whereall kids are introduced to tennis in<strong>the</strong>ir schools, where <strong>the</strong>y are given<strong>the</strong> opportunity to <strong>the</strong>n get involvedin after-school programs in elementary,middle school and high school.We believe tennis gives kids <strong>the</strong>tools to learn, compete and win inlife – through proper practice, dedication,knowledge and respect.MAKE A DONATIONHOST ANEVENTattend an eventdonate anAUCTION ITEMsponsorvolunteerWe need to focus on <strong>the</strong> future andmake sound investments in <strong>the</strong> livesof our youth. Through tennis scholarshipsand grants, <strong>the</strong> <strong>Colorado</strong> Youth<strong>Tennis</strong> Foundation is reaching out tokids of all ages and backgrounds in<strong>the</strong> hope that kids receive <strong>the</strong> manybenefits of <strong>the</strong> sport.To learn more about <strong>the</strong> CYTFScholarships and Grants program,or to help us change <strong>the</strong> world,one player at a time, please visitCOLORADOTENNIS.com.visit COLORADOTENNIS.comor call 303/695-4116
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