Or at least push fo it.
Read it on the WTA tour... we help Gaby become a Hall of Fame entree for 2006.
But I think we should email ACE, Patricio Appey in particular, He hsould be the one nominating her.
Tell me what you all think?????
and
Read this...
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THIS IS FROM THE WTA BOARD:
First of all, thank you Raquel, for bringing this to our attention.
I took look at the site and it turns out, it is possible.
We can nominate Gaby, and I think she has a very good chance.
Lets do this people....
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INTERNATIONAL TENNIS HALL OF FAME
CALLS FOR NOMINATIONS FOR CLASS OF 2006 BALLOT
NEWPORT, RI -- The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced an open call for nominations for the induction Class of 2006. The International Tennis Hall of Fame recognizes and honors both athletes and contributors connected to the sport of tennis. Players are elected based on a distinguished record of competitive achievement at the highest international level, with consideration given to integrity, sportsmanship and character.
The International Tennis Hall of Fame has two categories for players. The Recent Player category is for those who were active in the sport within the last 20 years, but not a significant factor on the ATP (Men's) or WTA (Women's) Tour within the last five years. The Master Player category is for those players that have been retired from the sport for at least 20 years.
In addition, a Contributor category recognizes administrators, coaches, officials and members of the media, whose exceptional contributions have furthered the growth, reputation and character of the sport. Nominees in the Contributor category do not need to be retired from their activities related to the sport.
Printable nomination forms are available online at [url]www.tennisfame.com[/url]. Nomination forms may also be obtained by contacting: Enshrinee Nominating Chairman, International Tennis Hall of Fame, 194 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 / Phone: 401-849-3990 / Fax: 401-849-8780 / Email: [email]newport@tennisfame.com[/email].
All nominations will be reviewed by the Hall of Fame's Eligibility Committee to determine those who have met the minimum criteria for induction. Nominations must be received on or before April 1, 2005 for induction eligibility in 2006. The ballot for 2006 induction will be announced during this year's US Open, and those elected by the Hall of Fame's voting panels will be announced early next year. The official induction ceremony will take place in July 2006 at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI.
Click here for 2006 Nomination forms.
"GO TO THE SITE FOR THE LINK"
Established in 1954, the International Tennis Hall of Fame is a non-profit institution dedicated to preserving the history of tennis, inspiring and encouraging junior tennis development, enshrining tennis heroes and heroines, and providing a landmark for tennis enthusiasts worldwide. The International Tennis Hall of Fame was recognized as the sport's official Hall of Fame in 1986 by the International Tennis Federation, the governing body of tennis. For additional information on the International Tennis Hall of Fame, please call 401-849-3990, or visit our website, [url]www.tennisfame.com[/url].
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