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Legend Voss reaps reward

Feb 28, 2019

John Voss was surprised on Sunday when he was called down to Wahgunyah Recreation Reserve to find an excited crowd awaiting his arrival.

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Family and friends gathered to see Mr Voss presented with a highly commended service award from Tennis Victoria.

Sam Condon, along with Paul Aitken and Andrew Reynolds who were all representing Tennis Victoria, highlighted John’s illustrious contribution to tennis from the early days of playing and holding executive positions for the Wahgunyah Tennis Club and also the association.

Darrell Spencer spoke of John’s dedication to the game and the total commitment to the Wahgunyah Tennis Club.

Gordon Sawyer spoke on behalf of the present day committee and players, highlighting John’s enthusiasm for the game as well as his dedication to coaching the juniors.

At the end of the preceding everyone sang happy birthday for John’s 90th birthday.

John replied that he was very surprised to be receiving the award and thanked everyone for attending and making it such a special day for him.