Stan Smith Recognized for service to the ITHF during 2022 Induction Ceremony
As part of the 2022 Induction Ceremony, Hall of Famer Stan Smith was recognized by his peers and International Tennis Hall of Fame leadership for his decade of service as ITHF President.
During the ceremony, Smith was presented with a unique medal, one of the honors bestowed on Hall of Famers. Since the awarding of medals is a recent addition to the ITHF’s enshrinement celebrations, not previously included when Smith was inducted in 1987, the honor held a special significance.
"I’ve known Stan for 35 years. In those 35 years, he’s demonstrated mentorship and he’s given me friendship. It’s my honor, on behalf of the sport, your fellow Hall of Famers, and everyone here at the Hall of Fame to thank you for your service to this great organization and your dedication to the sport. You are truly the example of kindness and excellence in tennis."
-Todd Martin, CEO of ITHF
Since being named the organization’s President in 2011, Smith has served as a spokesperson for the ITHF throughout the tennis world, and has been an instrumental part of the organization’s growth in recent years. During his decade of leadership, Smith was Chairman of the Enshrinee Nominating Committee, which oversees the Hall of Fame induction process, and co-chair of the highly successful Match Point Capital Campaign, which led to the complete renovation of the Hall of Fame’s museum and expansion of tennis facilities.
“We have a great team here at the Hall of Fame, and it was a real honor for me to be inducted in 1987,” commented Smith. “It’s been a privilege for me to be involved as President. I’m pleased with the way the organization is going, and I’m even more excited about what’s going to take place in the future.”
Smith retired as ITHF President at the conclusion of 2021. In appreciation of his exemplary service and years of dedication, Smith has been named honored as one of the ITHF’s Life Trustees.
Smith was inducted into the ITHF following a tennis career that spanned two decades and saw him win more than 90 titles in singles and doubles, including the 1971 US Open and 1972 Wimbledon singles titles. He additionally won five doubles championships alongside partner Bob Lutz and was a Davis Cup stalwart for the United States.
