League Sportsmanship Initiative
We’re kicking off something exciting—a brand-new sportsmanship program designed to celebrate those who bring good sportsmanship to the court during local league matches in the Chicago District!
Here’s the deal: During the winter league season (Jan. 10 - May 4), any player can nominate an opponent who’s been stellar with their sportsmanship. So, if you’ve seen someone go above and beyond to be a true team player, give them a shout-out!
Nominated players will snag a sportsmanship pin to show off their positive impact on the game, and both the nominee AND the nominator could score some sweet cash prizes!
Nominees can win: 1st place: $500 2nd place: $300
One lucky nominator will take home $200!
A huge thank you to everyone for being part of USTA League. We can’t wait to see your nominations and celebrate the spirit of friendly competition. Keep playing hard, having fun and spreading those good vibes as you represent the Chicago District!
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