USTA KY Award Winners 2026

Written By Carrie Pratt

A few photos from the USTA Kentucky Tennis Awards. SOKY had several local winners represented. The event was hosted by Chris Godby and our very own, Chad Young.

Here’s the list of SOKY winners in the community:

  • Adult Player of the Year - Christie Cottongim

  • Junior Male Player of the Year - Gary Zheng

  • Team Tennis Coordinators of the Year - Justin Hamm, Minda Schafer, Owen Brown

  • Mark Ragland Boys Sportsmanship - Wyatt Packard

  • Media Excellence - Carrie Pratt

  • Volunteer of the Year - Tom Pennington

Congratulations to all the winners!

Carrie Pratt

Carrie Pratt is a documentary photojournalist who shoots video, does commercial work, as well as creates websites for a variety of clients. 

https://www.simplybluestudios.com/about
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