Shanice Arthur of Glen Head Honored for Sportsmanship

February 7, 2012 | By Long Island Tennis Magazine Staff
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Shanice Arthur of Glen Head, N.Y. received the Edith Martin Girls 14 Sportsmanship Award at the USTA Eastern Section Annual Awards Reception. Shanice, who is ranked seventh in the Girls 14s Division, is a ninth grade student at K-12 International Academy. She previously attended Jericho Middle School, where she played second doubles and second singles for the girls’ high school varsity team. She trains at Bayside Terrace in Queens.

“As a student athlete, I believe that both on and off the court, I show dedication, competitiveness and fairness," said Shanice. "Even when competing, I appreciate the strengths and skills of others, letting my opponent know when they have played a ‘nice shot.’”

The youngest of five, Shanice says she has learned from her family and her own experiences that fair play makes any win more enjoyable. She has been playing tennis since the age of five and dedicates herself to making sure when playing “that I have respect for myself, my teammates and my opponents. I believe I can be the best and still see the good in my opponent.”
 


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