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Winnipeg, MB (TM) – Lee Carter of
Winnipeg received the 2007 Excellence Award for Most
Improved Wheelchair Tennis Athlete. Carter’s ITF
doubles ranking increased by an impressive 42 spots
in 2007 to end the year at No. 19. Carter also
excelled in singles, starting the year ranked No. 46
and finishing at a career-high ranking of No.32.
Furthermore, Carter was the champion in both singles
and doubles at the Birmingham national championships
and is currently on track to qualify for the 2008
Paralympic Games in Beijing this August.
Carter won the same award in 2005
after a breakout season that saw him move from a
ranking of 277 to #59 in the ITF Singles rankings.
Jared Connell was also recognized by
Tennis Canada in the coaching category. He was one
of several coaches across the country selected to
take part in the U12 National Team camps this year.
“Tennis is on the rise in our
country and 2007 proved to be another remarkable
year as we took another step forward in growing,
promoting and showcasing the game of tennis,” said
Hatem McDadi, vice-president of tennis development
for Tennis Canada. “Tennis Canada is pleased to
recognize the outstanding accomplishments of the
2007 Excellence Awards recipients and the talent
that represents Canada on the world stage.”
See also
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Carter Captures Pair of Titles in Arizona
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Carter Captures National Championship
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