We are delighted to announce that Simon Hutchings has been awarded the 2016 Outstanding Achievement Award by the Wiltshire LTA. We are extremely proud that Simon has been recognised for his hard work at Aldbourne Lawn Tennis Club, and we are extremely grateful to Simon himself for all he does to keep the Club running smoothly.
The committee put forward his name, and here is the summary of the application as presented by the WLTA at their AGM:
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Simon has been involved in tennis in his village club all his life and is an active and fantastic ambassador for tennis
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Simon is an outstanding volunteer and has been on the club committee for 25 years including 5 years as Chairman
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Simon goes that extra mile, contributing to every aspect of running the club from signing up new members, to cutting back the hedge and chairing the committee.
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Simon is always cheerful and encouraging to new players, being more than happy to play with others of all standards. He has a unique way of making everyone feel comfortable whether on court, at a social event or round the committee table
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The club says “He has increased participation, he demonstrates excellence and dedication, he has helped to establish a professional club in the community, he enriches others’ lives through tennis and is passionate about the sport and is definitely an inspirational role model for others in tennis”