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Award Nominations Open: 10/24/26-11/6/26
Winners will be awarded at the General Membership Meeting on November 17, 2026 at Magnolina Halle 

Sportsmanship Award

The SATA Sportsmanship Award recognizes an individual who consistently demonstrates exceptional character, integrity, respect, and fair play both on and off the tennis court.

This award celebrates those who lead by example, treat others with dignity, encourage fellow players, and embody the true spirit of tennis. Recognition is based on conduct and character, not competitive success.

Eligibility: Nominees must have participated in a SATA-administered league, tournament, or program during the 2026 calendar year and demonstrated positive conduct and sportsmanship. Nominees must not have received a substantiated serious conduct violation resulting in disciplinary action during the award year.

How has this person participated in SATA during 2026? (Select all that apply)
Which qualities best describe the nominee?
Supporting documentation

You may upload up to three supporting files, such as letters of support, testimonials, or relevant photographs. Attachments are optional and do not independently earn additional scoring points. Accepted files: audio, video, photo, PDF, etc...

CAPTAIN OF THE YEAR AWARD

The SATA Captain of the Year Award recognizes an exceptional USTA League captain who demonstrates outstanding leadership, sportsmanship, dedication, and commitment to creating a positive team experience.

This award celebrates captains who go above and beyond to support their teammates and strengthen the San Antonio tennis community. Team standings and championship results are not determining factors.

Eligibility: Nominees must have served as a playing or non-playing captain of a SATA-administered USTA League team during 2026, reside within 50 miles of San Antonio, maintain current USTA membership in good standing, and meet SATA's conduct eligibility requirements.

Which qualities best describe this captain?

Suggested minimum: 50 words. A specific example helps the committee evaluate nominations fairly.

You may upload up to three supporting files, such as letters of support, testimonials, or relevant photographs. Attachments are optional and do not independently earn additional scoring points. Accepted files: audio, video, photo, PDF, etc...

Supporting documentation

Volunteer of the Year Award

The SATA Volunteer of the Year Award honors an individual whose generosity, dependability, initiative, and service have made a meaningful difference in the San Antonio tennis community.

Whether supporting tournaments, youth programs, leagues, community events, or behind-the-scenes activities, this award celebrates volunteers who give their time and talents to advance SATA's mission.

Eligibility: Nominees must have provided unpaid volunteer service benefitting SATA during 2026. Contributions should demonstrate a positive impact on SATA programs, events, participants, or the broader tennis community. Paid job responsbilities alone do not qualify.

Where has this individual volunteered with SATA?
Which qualities best describe this volunteer?
Supporting documentation

You may upload up to three supporting files, such as letters of support, testimonials, or relevant photographs. Attachments are optional and do not independently earn additional scoring points. Accepted files: audio, video, photo, PDF, etc...

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