Tennis Victoria presented him with the Highly Commended Service Award.
He started playing the sport as a 14 year old in Swan Hill and went on to achieve success as an A-grade player in Bendigo, Ballarat and in tournaments elsewhere.
The former teacher has been a coach for the past 20 years, coaching his own daughter to state level ranks.
“He has now become an integral member of the Point Lonsdale Tennis Club (PLTC) as a committeeman, but more importantly, the knowledge and experience in his capacity as club coach and mentor is outstanding, and his involvement with juniors will ensure the progression and vitality of this great club as it continues to grow and prosper,” said PLTC Ian Britton.