Tennis Vol Davey Sandgren Wins Bill Talbert Junior Sportsmanship Award

Tennis Vol Davey Sandgren Wins Bill Talbert Junior Sportsmanship Award ~~~

Anyone who has ever seen Davey Sandgren play won't be surprised by this story.

"Davey Sandgren is the ultimate authority on good sportsmanship," USTA Southern Section President Jeff Gray said. "He is a pleasure to be around, and his behavior and attitude on court never waivers. I can't think of a more deserving recipient."

I too would like to offer my congratulations to Sandgren and his family on receiving this honor. Part of it may be the personality he was born with, but make no mistake--consistently good sportsmanship is hard. It takes self-control, perspective, maturity and a steadfast commitment to the golden rule. And, as Sandgren says, "honor and respect" for tennis itself.

That's a combination that should be recognized, and the Bill Talbert selection committee has made an outstanding choice.