We arepleasedto present the NTS Player of the Month awards, sponsored by Tommy & Lefebvre, designed to acknowledge students that show significant results in development of skills and statistic results, while maintaining the highest standards of conduct and exhibiting noble human qualities.

This month, we recognize Stuart Macleod as the NTS Tommy & Lefebvre Player of the Month.

Stuart has been working quietly, steadily and diligently at his tennis for many years. Whether it was changing his forehand grip, learning the 1-handed backhand (which made his game resemble more closely that of his hero, Roger Federer), dealing with a dramatic growth spurt that also brought a string of minor injuries and delays in training and competition, or learning to handle the nerves in competition, Stuart has met each new challenge with a good deal of poise and quiet 

determination. In the meantime, he has become a much-loved fixture of the NTS and OAC, which he clearly regards as his "second home."

Indeed, Stuart, in addition to his many years in the master-path program of the NTS, has been active as an employee in the pro shop, as a hitting partner for younger students, and as a regular playing partner with many of the best adults and juniors in the club and around the city. In October, Stuart had a breakthrough tournament result, reaching the finals of a 3-star provincial event in Burlington, winning 4 matches and defeating two seeded competitors along the way. This has raised his provincial ranking to the top 50 , and we feel sure this is only the beginning. Congratulations and keep up the good work!

Stuart will be the recipient of a $25 Gift certificate from Tommy & Lefebvre in recognition of his conduct, effort and accomplishment.