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The Chicago Tennis Patrons and the CDTA would like to celebrate our 2013 Award Winners.

Facility of the Year Oak Brook Tennis Center

Junior Player of the Year - Female Carol Finke

Junior Player of the Year - Male Martin Joyce

Junior Recreational Player of the Year - Female Kenya Hill

League Player of the Year - Female Janine Stalcup

League Player of the Year - Male William Ferguson

Organization of the Year Southside Junior Tennis Association

Tennis Official of the Year Nancy Hoekstra

Volunteer of the Year Fely Ong

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Your generosity allows us to continue supporting community youth tennis programs and high potential junior tennis players and programs.

USTA/Midwest Section

James B. Zagel The Joyce Family The Mel Timmons Family Good Heart Work Smart Foundation

Trudy Brahin Family Mary Seelig Family CrossCourt News Helen Shockley Family Paul Dean Family John Shostrom Family Midtown Athletic Clubs Mel Timmons Family Tom Patterson Family Jon Vegosen Family Alan G. Schwartz Family

The proceeds from our Annual “Evening of Champions” as well as any contributions you wish to make will benefit the many junior tennis programs supported by the Chicago District Tennis Association & Chicago Tennis Patrons.

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Kudos, Jon,

Christine M. Smith (President) on your David Martin (Vice President) Dorothy Paige (Secretary) Hall of Fame Induction Julie Roth (Treasurer) We continue to bask in a glow for Susan Byrne John M. O’Driscoll Lisa Culp Tom Patterson all that you have accomplished. Don Edwards Mark Revermann Bill Higgins Julia Steele Through your dedication to tennis, Donald Kempster Jose Villarete Kathryn McPherson Judge James Zagel your passion for your profession, and your patient parenting, you continue to represent excellence in all that you do. Who We Are Chicago Tennis Patrons is the fund raising arm of the Chicago District Lucky are we who have you so Tennis Association.  As a separate not-for-profit tax-exempt corporation, the CTP may deeply ensconced in our lives. accept tax-deductible contributions.  The CTP is a 100% volunteer organization whose primary focus is helping kids in the greater Chicago area through the sport of tennis.  Our programs are funded by contributions from generous individuals ~Shari, Jared and Spencer and organizations.  Virtually all (approximately 96%) of the funds contributed by our sponsors are re-invested in the youth programs and the scholarships we support.

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Mission & Values Our mission is to positively impact the lives of kids in the greater Chicago area by providing access to tennis programs that help kids develop a healthy, active lifestyle while learning values and life skills necessary to be successful in life and a positive contributor in their communities.

The youth programs we support provide a safe and positive environment that helps kids by:  encouraging a healthy / active lifestyle  promoting values, such as confidence, sportsmanship and respect  teaching life skills, such as leadership, responsibility and managing emotions  developing athletic skills that open opportunities for scholarships ... and a lifetime of fun  creating social opportunities that result in a broad network of lifetime friendships  exposing kids to diversity which provides them with a broader life perspective  engaging parents to become involved with their kids & their local communities

What We Do

The Chicago Tennis Patrons offers grants and scholarships to support tennis programs for children who might otherwise not have the opportunity to develop their talents and potential.

 Our programs provide all children regardless of income, race, gender or ability the opportunity develop athletic and social skills in a safe and positive environment.  Grants and scholarships are also provided to support high performance tennis programs and individual junior tennis players who have shown promise and potential.

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he Chicago Tennis Hall of Fame was created by the Chicago Tennis T Patrons, Inc. on August 23, 2004. The purpose is to honor Chicago area tennis players who have contributed to the game as a player, coach, administrator, or in another manner that has benefited the game.

The foundation of the Chicago Tennis Hall of Fame, and the men and women to be so honored, are the following who have been inducted since the inception date. They are as follows:

2004 Marion Baird 2006 Jay Kramer 2004 George E. Barnes 2008 Katrina Adams 2004 Gene Buwick 2009 George J. Jennings, Jr. 2004 Joseph E. Carrico 2009 Melvin E. Timmons 2004 Patricia Freebody 2010 Janet French 2004 Grant Golden 2010 Dave Muir 2004 Seymour Greenberg 2010 Mary Seelig 2004 Andrea Jaeger 2011 Thomas Patterson 2004 George M. Lott, Jr. 2011 Chris Scott 2004 Frank Parker 2012 Billy Martin 2004 Marty Reissen 2012 John & Tolly Shostrom 2004 Helen Shockley 2013 Stephen H. Butzlaff 2004 James C. Stewart 2014 Sylvia Gothard 2005 Alan G. Schwartz 2014 Jon Vegosen 2006 Billie Jean King 31 6 2014 Hall of Fame Inductee

Sylvia Gothard

ylvia Gothard’s tennis career in the US S began in 1969 when Dave Muir offered her an opportunity to teach at South Side Racquet Club in Dolton. Since then, she has been involved in growing programs and activities within the Chicago District.

In 1973, she managed the Park Forest Rac- quet Club and from 1976 – 1991 was Tennis Director at Ravisloe Country Club.

Since 1977 Sylvia has been running programs, creating special tennis events, organizing fundraisers and hosting National, Mid- west and District tournaments at the H-F Racquet & Fitness Club. With her leadership, the facility has won numerous awards including USTA/Midwest Section Organization of the Year Award 2001, USTA/National Organization of the Year Award for 1988 and 2001; USTA/NRPA Excellence in Tennis Programming Award 2003; CDTA Facility of the Year 2000, 2008, 2011 and as a facility of the HF Park District, the NRPA Gold Medal Award for 1991 and 2006.

As a supporter of USTA 10 and Under Tennis, she made sure that HFRFC was the first to add blended lines for 36’ and 60’ play to not only outdoor courts but four indoor courts.

As a USPTA Master Professional, USTA Life Member, USTA Certified Referee and ITF White Badge Referee, she is a mentor for so many in the tennis field.

She personally has been awarded: USPTA Illinois State Profes- sional of the Year – twice, Chicago District Tournament Director of the Year - four times, Chicago Southland Aldo DeAngelis Award for Leadership and Vision on behalf of tourism in the Chi- cago Southland, USPTA/Midwest Nancy Mickler Award - three

30 7 2014 Hall of Fame Inductee times, USPTA 40 year service award, USTA/Midwest 20 year service award, inducted into the USPTA Hall of Fame – Midwest Division in 1996, received the Billie Jean King Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006, two resolutions from the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District honoring her accomplishments in 1996 and 2007, Certificate of Rec- ognition from the State of Illinois – Office of the Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka for 35 years of Service with the HF Park District and Racquet Club in 2012.

Volunteer services include: USTA/Chicago District Tennis Associa- tion board member and past president, Northern Illinois Professional Tennis Association past president, USTA/Midwest Communications Committee Chairperson, USTA/Midwest Information Technology committee member and chairperson, USTA/Midwest Tennis Industry Committee member.

Sylvia has hosted a Wimbledon trip for 23 years including tickets to Wimbledon and play on grass courts at various English clubs. To date over 375 people have shared her passion for her sport and her country.

She is the creator of the HF Park District Tennisfest. This 10-day festival started in 1988 with a 41 event tournament and free clinics and had approximately 200 participants. In 2013, its 26th year, Ten- nisfest, presented by “Land O’Frost” had grown to a 12 day, 55-event tournament with free clinics & lessons, pet contest, members and their other passions exhibit, fundraising book sale, free opening pic- nic with DJ and an award celebration with BBQ finale. Also included, the “Little Mo” Regional Tournament for juniors 11 and under, 36’ & 60” court events and the Chicago District USTA Junior Team Tennis District Championships. Total attendance approximately 2,500!

Sylvia is also a player and is a former English County Champion, In- surance Offices of Great Britain Champion and former National, Mid- west and Chicago District Ranked player.

“I have been blessed to meet so many who have inspired and encour- aged. Thank you to all who have been with me on this journey. This honor is for all”. 29 8

2014 Hall of Fame Inductee

Jon Vegosen on Vegosen has profoundly impacted J tennis. At the National level, Jon served as Chairman of the Board and President of the United States Tennis Association in 2011 and 2012. He has served on and/or chaired several committees, including the Grand Slam, Compensation, Budget, International, and Collegiate Committees. He currently serves on the USTA Board as Immediate Past President and Chairman of the USTA Major Construction Oversight and the Past Presidents Committees. In 2013, Jon was re-elected to a second term on the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Board and has served on, or as Chair of, several ITF Commit- tees and as an ITF Vice President. Jon also serves on the USTA Serves and International Tennis Hall of Fame Boards.

During Jon’s Presidency, the USTA implemented its largest tennis initiative – Ten and Under Tennis – to “kid-size” tennis. Jon calls tennis “The Sport of Opportunity.” His vision has been to promote and develop the growth of people through tennis – through education and mentoring, diversity and inclusion, and making tennis affordable and accessible. Jon oversaw two of the most successful US Opens and the unveiling of a strategic vision to revamp the USTA Billie Jean King National Ten- nis Center. He began a new tradition, the passing of the Conti- nuity of Leadership Plaque from the President to the First Vice President. He also created the US Open Sportsmanship Award and the USTA Disaster Relief Fund. Jon has well advocated curbing the dropping of varsity college tennis programs.

In 2006, Jon became a Vice President of the USTA/Midwest Section and the Midwest Youth Tennis & Education Founda- tion (MYTEF). Jon served on the Junior Competition and By- laws Committees and as Chairman of the Delegates-at-Large. He successfully led two Section “Think Tanks.” He has freely

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2014 Hall of Fame Inductee shared his expertise in employment law and intellectual property to benefit the Section. Jon has played a significant role raising funds for the Section’s Hall of Fame Charity Gala to benefit MYTEF, serving as Gala Committee Chair or Honorary Chair for several years.

Jon began volunteering for the Chicago District Tennis Association (CDTA) in 1994. He was on the Board for over a decade, including a term as President in 2001 and 2002. He also served on the Chi- cago Tennis Patrons Board. Jon was Chair of the Junior Develop- ment Committee for several years and served a term as Chair of the Nominating Committee. Among other things, Jon developed and implemented a strategic plan for the CDTA; wrote the Parent Guide for Competitive Junior Tennis; created a sportsmanship video; and instituted a junior mentoring program. The Vegosen family created and has endowed the Chicago Tennis Patrons Coach of the Year Award.

In honor of his mentor Max Davidson, Jon conceived, raised funds for, and oversaw the creation of two tennis centers for JCYS, a Chi- cago area social service agency. The centers feature tennis programming for underserved youth and individuals with disabilities. In rec- ognition of Jon’s contributions, JCYS elected him a Director for Life of JCYS. In 2013, JCYS honored Jon as its “Man of the Year” and named its “Champ Camp” for him.

Jon captained Northwestern University’s varsity tennis team in 1972 -1973 and was selected to the All Big-Ten Conference Team in 1973. Jon has been inducted into the following Halls of Fame: the USTA/Midwest Section (2013), the Intercollegiate Tennis Associa- tion (2012), and Northwestern University Athletics (2011). In 2004, the Vegosen family was the USTA Ralph Westcott Family of the Year after having been the Family of the Year of the CDTA and the Section. Jon received the Section’s Stanley Malless Award in 2003 and the CDTA Volunteer of the Year Award in 2002. In 1994, he was the #1 ranked Men’s 45s singles player in the Section.

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Oak Brook Tennis Center

The Midtown Award is presented to an outstanding tennis facility that has supported & promoted the overall growth of the game. This award is sponsored by Midtown Athletic Clubs.

ak Brook Park District Tennis Center is a nationally recognized O facility that features 8 newly resurfaced, air conditioned indoor hard courts with updated lighting and 8 recently resurfaced outdoor hard courts, 5 racquetball/wallyball courts, and newly renovated fitness room, locker rooms and lounge areas.

Oak Brook offers programming for all ages and levels. They offer a Junior Progressive Training System which develops juniors from be- ginners to high performance players. Their junior pathway introduces USTA 10 and Under Tennis, using a game-based approach and modern teaching techniques to ensure success. The facility promotes and sup- ports the increasingly popular and growing 10 and Under Tennis programs. It is the home facility of the Oak Brook High Performance Academy that has produced multiple nationally ranked juniors and IHSA champions. Oak Brook is also an official Cardio Tennis site and provides a wide variety of competitive and social adult programs and special events.

Oak Brook is the home of 30+ USTA teams per year and host of 8 to 10 USTA junior tournaments per year including the G12 and B16 Chi- cago District Championships (Qualifier) tournaments. They also host multiple free junior Play Days.

Oak Brook pledges to provide excellent customer service and quality programming and is committed to providing the very best in tennis development opportunities.

Facility of the Year 2004 East Bank Club 2009 Heritage Tennis Club 2000 Homewood-Flossmoor 2005 Libertyville Tennis & Fitness 2010 Oak Park Tennis Center Racquet & Fitness 2006 Glenbrook Racquet Club 2011 Homewood Flossmoor Racquet 2001 North Shore Racquet Club 2007 Score Tennis & Fitness & Fitness Club 2002 Mid-Town Tennis Club 2008 Homewood-Flossmoor Racquet 2012 Wheaton Sports Center 2003 Mid-Town Tennis Club 00000 & Fitness Club

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Helen Shockley Memorial Award Carol Finke

The Helen Shockley Memorial Award is presented to an outstanding girl in any junior division for the highest standards of tennis accomplishments, character, conduct, sportsmanship & demeanor. Helen Shockley was a fine player who contributed much to tennis in Chicago, including her invention of the “feed-in” consolation.

arol Finke, named for her maternal grandmother, is a fourth gen- Jerry, Becky & Brett Morse-Karzen eration competitive tennis player. Last fall, Carol finished her high C North Shore Racquet Club school tennis career as a four year #1 varsity player for New Trier High School, serving as captain of the team during her junior and senior years. Each year Carol played for New Trier, her team finished third or higher in State. She was all-state her last three years, finishing in fourth place in State as a senior.

Carol competed successfully in numerous USTA events during 2013 and finished the year ranked #11 in the Midwest and #141 nationally in singles. In addition, Carol was in the top 40 in the country in doubles, due in part to winning a National Open and placing fourth at the Na- tional Clay Courts playing with different partners.

Most importantly, Carol’s love of the game is demonstrated both on and off the court by her numerous sportsmanship awards. In 2013, she won sportsmanship awards for the CDTA G18’s Qualifier and the Fall Mid- Ray J. Murphy Mindee Epstein west Level One Tournament G18’s and was awarded the Illinois High Tip Top Fitness School Tennis Coaches Association Sportsmanship Award.

Carol is continuing her competitive tennis career at Yale University.

Junior Player of the Year 1993 Margie Lepsi 2004 Monica Milewski 1976 Amy Williams Helen Shockley Memorial Award 2005 Taylor Marable 1982 Michelle Torres 1995 Laura Granville 2006 Elizabeth Epstein 1983 Katrina Adams 1996 Michelle Dasso 2007 Gia McKnight 1985 Julie McKeon 1997 Christine Nolan 2008 Hanna Mar 1986 Stacey Berg 1998 Laura Granville 2009 Nida Hamilton 1987 Anne Mall 1999 Christine Nolan 2010 Jasmine Minor 1989 Jennifer Nasser 2000 Elizabeth Lumpkin 2011 Jerrika Boone 1990 Jennifer Nasser 2001 Elizabeth Lumpkin 2012 Keisha Clousing 1991 Margie Lepsi 2002 Alexis Prousis 1992 Wendy Fix 2003 Elizabeth Lumpkin

12 25 Congratulations 2013 Junior Player of the Year Martin Joyce Kevie Schwartz Memorial Award on being Named Junior Player of the Year for 2013. Martin Joyce

Your Score Family, Coach Robbye & Friends The Kevie Schwartz Memorial Award recognizes an are so very proud!!! outstanding boy in any junior division for the highest standards of tennis accomplishments, character, con- Keep up your great work! duct, sportsmanship and demeanor. Kevie Schwartz Score Tennis & Fitness is founded Tennis Corporation of America (TCA) and pleased and happy for you!! built the Midtown Tennis Club.

artin Joyce is the 2013 Illinois High School Association M Boys’ Champion playing for Hinsdale Central High School in his sophomore year. He was named 2013 All Ameri- can. During his freshman and sophomore years, he earned the Most Valuable Player honors for his Hinsdale Central team, the State Champions for 2012 and 2013. In addition to his high school tennis achievements, Martin has been a USTA champion or finalist in several Boys’ 12, 14, 16 and 18 events.

The highlights of his playing career include the 2013 Midwest Closed Singles 18 Finalist and Doubles Champion, the 2013 National Open 16 Singles and Doubles Champion and the 2011 Easter Bowl Boys’ 14 singles semi-finalist. Martin has also played for the Boys’ 18 District Cup Team in 2012 and 2013. He has won a Gold Ball and a Silver Ball in the Winter Nation- als Doubles in Scottsdale, AZ.

Martin is currently ranked #8 in the Midwest and has been a Blue Chip recruit since 7th grade.

Junior Player of the Year Kevie Schwartz Memorial Award 2003 Donald Young, Jr. 1977 Paul Wei 1995 Andrew Witt 2004 Spencer Vegosen 1978 Mike Martin 1996 Thomas Hanus 2005 Dennis Nevolo 1979 Ron Kowal 1997 Conner Murnighan 2006 Evan King 1980 Danny Arends 1998 Russell Bennett 2007 Denis Bogatov 1981 Michael Kures 1999 Matt Bruch 2008 Michael Moore 1984 Lee Hardman 2000 Thomas Hanus 2009 Robert Stineman 1988 John James 2001 Colin Foster 2010 Michael Redlicki 1994 Martel Bufford 2002 Ryan Heller 2012 Michael Sellitto

24 13 2013 Jr. Rec. Player of the Year Chicago Tennis Patrons Award Kenya Hill

This award recognizes outstanding junior recreational players, who exhibit the love of the lifetime sport of tennis through their passion, enthusiasm, sportsmanship, & strong level of participation in a Patrons- sponsored program.

enya Hill started playing tennis at age nine with Love to K Serve for two seasons and XS Fitness for one season. She joined Southside Junior Tennis in the summer, 2012 where one of the coaches noticed her talent and passion for the game.

Kenya has since participated in several tennis camps: USTA Jun- ior Excellence Camp in South Bend, IN; Diversity Regional Camp in Chicago; and Wilson Collegiate Camp at Wooster College in Ohio. In the fall, she joined the Homewood-Flossmoor Racquet and Fitness Club tennis program where she was selected to join their USTA Junior Team Tennis.

Kenya’s commitment and enthusiasm for tennis shows on the court. She participated in several 2013 USTA tournaments: Score Holiday Consolation Champion, two-time Junior Grand Prix Champion and USTA Team Tennis singles and doubles winner. In February, 2013 during Black History month, she was featured in the USTA/Midwest Black Futures Month article.

Kenya enjoys volunteering her time at Tennis Fun Days and the ACE Project. She attends the Chicago International Charter School—Prairie and helped bring tennis to her school. Her goal is to play for her high school varsity team during freshman year and beyond.

Junior Rec. Player of the Year 2009 Jaleyah Walker & Khari Sanchez 2007 Jazmin Hall & Kasey Burns 2011 Richelle Edwards & Keenan Lee 2008 Caitlyn Schaffer-Harris 2012 Oni Jones

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to the Janine Stalcup Chicago Tennis Patrons The Trudy Brahin Memorial Award is presented to an for your support of active and talented female league player in USTA Tennis or local club leagues. The award is based on participa- South Side tion, attitude and sportsmanship. Trudy Brahin played both league and tournament tennis in the Chicago District Junior Tennis Camp! and is honored with a memorial fund established in 1992 by her family and friends.

We’re making some anine has an enthusiasm for tennis that started at the age ‘racquet!’ J of 12. She played at Rosary High School in Aurora. She has participated as a player and captain of USTA League teams since 2009. Janine played on 16 teams and captained 8 of them. She has led several of her teams to District, State, and Sectional playoffs, including 3.5, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0 and combo teams. She was a member of the Mixed 18 & Over 8.0 team out of River Trails Tennis Center that went to Nationals in 2012. Her current Mixed 40 & Over 8.0 team will be competing in State and Sectionals in February 2014.

Janine promotes the game and has recruited many players to join USTA. In addition to her USTA League tennis, Janine participates in weekly drills and plays Friday travel team tennis. She is passionate about tennis and travels any- where to play.

League Player of the Year 1998 Marina Vecci 2006 Dawn McMillin 1992 Gillian McDonnell 2000 Atsuko Kumagai 2007 Dena Balzano 1993 Lyn Tietz 2001 Elvira Cridland 2008 Janelle Lobmier 1994 Nancy Watland 2003 Lisa Culp 2009 Colleen Lehman 1996 Julie Roth 2004 Lynn Daggett 2010 Leslie Trantor 1997 Sharon Welch 2005 Mary Gallagher 2012 Alison Miller

22 15 2013 League Player of the Year Shostrom Family Award William Ferguson

The Shostrom Family Award is presented to an active and talented male league player in USTA Tennis or local club leagues. The award is based on participation, attitude and sportsmanship. John Shostrom was a City and IHSA Champion and Division III coach.

ill Ferguson loves the game of tennis and W has introduced other players to the sport through the USTA League program. He has been captaining USTA teams since 2011. In 2013, Will captained and co-captained 14 teams, including 7.0, 7.5, 8.0 Mixed teams and a Adult 18 & Over Men’s 4.0 team.

Will led his Mixed 18 & Over 7.0 team to the State Championship where they came in 2nd place. His Mixed 18 & Over 8.0 team went on to the Sec- tional Championship in Ft. Wayne, IN. He co- Congratulations Kenya Hill!!! captained a Adult 18 & Over Men’s 4.0 team that For being the advanced to Sectionals in Indianapolis in 2012 and 2013 Junior Recreational Player of the Year!! 2013.

Will played tennis at Evanston Township High Ms. Baldino, Director of CICS Prairie School from 1993-1996. He is a great supporter of tennis and shows commitment and enthusiasm for & The CICS Family bringing others to the game.

League Player of the Year 2001 Dave Stefan 2009 Roger E. Allen 1995 Robert Zumph 2002 Marvin Cohen 2010 Stephen Weinstein 1996 Norm Anderson 2004 Alan Brodsky 2011 Steven Haas 1997 Jerry Peel 2005 Robert Zumph 2012 Greg Franzo 1999 Bill Johnston 2006 Larry Levin 2000 John Wentworth 2007 Mike Gorski

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CrossCourt News Award Southside Junior Tennis Association

The CrossCourt News Award is presented to an aggressive, well organize community based local tennis organization in the District. It honors a group who has supported and promoted the overall growth of the game, especially at a grass roots level. The award is sponsored by the CrossCourt News.

n 2011 Friends of CICS Tennis established the South Side Junior Tennis Association I (SSJT) in order to offer a low cost, community based tennis program to the South Side community. Since its inaugural season, South Side Junior Tennis has introduced more than 500 children between 5-13 years of age to the sport of tennis on the varsity courts at the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools. Our initial tennis program, started in 2006, focused on providing a healthy lifestyle and an after/out of school option for Chi- cago International Charter School (CICS) students. We established South Side Junior Tennis in 2011 to invite children from south side communities as many have not played tennis. Our young tennis stars come from low income families & would not have access to this level of quality tennis instruction without this program. In 2013, South Side Junior Tennis expanded its Saturday tennis programs to include 2 Chicago Park District facili- ties. Additionally, over the past 2 years, South Side Junior Tennis players have been in- terviewed & seen on ABC 7 and WGN. Several South Side Junior Tennis players been awarded Tennis Opportunity Program (TOP) scholarships to enhance and improve their game.

South Side Junior Tennis believes tennis should be accessible to all families, regardless of household income. Unfortunately in many communities this simply is not the case. With the high costs of group and private instruction, tennis carries the stigma of a sport

that requires a level of investment that might limit some families. South Side Junior Ten- nis focuses on providing instructional programming that allows each child a first rate introduction from experienced instructors at a nominal fee to the families. We also be- lieve tennis is the sport of life lessons. Through tennis, children learn about sportsmanship and healthy competition. They learn about work ethic, how to practice and to perse- vere. Children learn how to analyze information and make decisions in a split second. And, they learn to be accountable for their own actions. These are all lessons that will help them all through their lives. Please visit us at www.southsidejuniortennis.org.

Member Organization of the Year 1989 River Forest Tennis Club 2000 Love To Serve, Inc. 1976 Arlington Tennis Club 1990 Daley Bicentennial Plaza Chicago Park District 2001 Love To Serve, Inc. 1977 Waveland Tennis Club 1991 Homewood-Flossmoor Park District 2002 Chicago Prairie Tennis Club 1979 Westchester Tennis Club 1992 West Suburban Tennis Patrons 2003 Tennis Opportunity Program 1980 Winnetka Tennis Association 1993 Woodfield Racquet Club 2004 Oak Park Tennis Club 1981 Downers Grove Tennis Asso. 1994 The Meadow Club 2005 West Suburban Tennis Patrons 1982 Chicago Park District Member Organization of the Year 2006 Glenbrook Racquet Club 1983 Winnetka Tennis Association CrossCourt News Award 2007 Maywood Tennis Association 1984 Chicago Prairie Tennis Club 1995 Tennis Opportunity Program 2008 West Suburban Tennis Patrons 1985 Des Plaines Tennis Club 1996 Love To Serve, Inc. 2009 Love To Serve, Inc. 1986 Mid-Town Tennis Club 1997 Stony Island Tennis Club 2011 Love To Serve Tennis & Education Foundation 1987 River Trails Tennis Club 1998 Oak Park Tennis Club 2012 Chicago Prairie Tennis Club 1988 Beverly Hills Tennis Club 1999 Love To Serve, Inc.

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Chicago Tennis Patrons Award Paul Dean Memorial Award Nancy Hoekstra Fely Ong

The Tennis Official of the Year Award honors an The Paul Dean Memorial Award is given to active and highly rated tennis official working an active and effective volunteer in recogni- District, Sectional or National events. This award tion of time, enthusiasm and effort put forth is sponsored by Tom Patterson. in the District. Paul Dean was a past president of the Arlington Tennis Club and Director of the Chicago District. The Dean Family has sponsored this award since 1992. ancy Hoekstra has been a USTA Official for 12 N years. She is a strong advocate for USTA offi- cials’ involvement and training at all levels of Adaptive ely Ong has been an active volunteer for the past 30 years. She has Tennis competition-- local, state, national and world F selflessly donated her time and talent to numerous USTA and games. CDTA committees and events which include CDTA Adult League Committee member and Grievance Committee Chair, CDTA Qualifier Nancy has been an active Special Olympics Tennis B14 and B18 Tournament Committees, CDTA Junior Team Tennis Dis- Volunteer for 25 years. She has served as teacher; trict Championships, USTA District Championships, Midwest Section coach; tournament director; Special Olympics Team Junior Designated Tournament, CDTA Tournament Committee, USTA USA Sport Manager of Tennis; World Games Tennis Midwest Tournament Committee, MCB Little Mo Sectional and Re- Official in Dublin, Ireland; North America Tennis Di- gional Tournament Committees, USTA Senior Women’s National rector; 2014 Special Olympics USA Games Technical Championships Committee and Special Olympics events. Fely also Delegate and 2015 Special Olympics World Summer serves on the CDTA Board of Directors. Games Tennis Assistant Technical Delegate. Fely loves to play tennis and captain teams. She has been a USTA League player and captain for mixed doubles teams and World Team Other recognitions for her work include: 2007 Chicago Tennis teams that have advanced to National Championships several Tennis Patrons Coach of the Year, 2008 Special Olym- times. She has organized Flex League teams and a club entry level pics Illinois Hero Award Recipient, 2009 National Pub- mixed doubles league where participation grew by 70% with a retention lic Parks Adaptive Division Tennis Tournament Direc- rate of 92%. tor, and 2011 PTR Humanitarian Award Recipient. In her “spare” time, Fely is a USTA Certified Official, works full-time Nancy is a PTR and USPTA teaching professional and and participates in walkathons for the Alzheimer’s Association. Fely is has taught at Homewood-Flossmoor Racquet and Fit- always ready and willing to help where needed and works until the job ness Club since 1988. is done.

Volunteer of the Year 1997 Richard Bradley 2003 Lori James 2008 Ron Mitchell Tennis Official of the Year 2003 Sherry & Bob Sanford 2008 Tina Herrera-Richards 1992 Barry Batson 1998 Maggie Robinson 2004 Charles Granville 2009 Julia Steele 1996 Tom Patterson 2004 Pam Delnagro 2009 John Coleman 1993 Bill Lange 1999 Judy Willoughby 2005 Shirley Roach 2011 Don Walton 1997 Joy Duerr 2005 Janice Lumpkin 2010 Arnie Villagomez 1994 Mary Seelig 2000 Lynn Maloney 2006 Mary Jo Schuler 1998 Mike Sutko 2006 Steve Menoff 2011 Wendy Kaegi 1995 Julia Steele 2001 Stephen Butzlaff 2007 Constance Turner 1999 Charles Cunningham 2007 Joy Duerr 2012 Chuck Cunningham 1996 Judy Roller 2002 Jon Vegosen Burkes

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