2024 Hall of Fame Inductees
Kathy Hinrichs
David Schumacher
Philip Campbell
The mission of the USTA and its sections and districts are to grow the game of tennis. Kathy Hinrichs has grown tennis at the local, state, section, and national levels as a dedicated volunteer, particularly in League Tennis. Her volunteer tennis positions are numerous. A local league coordinator and founder of a CTA where she held every
The mission of the USTA and its sections and districts are to grow the game of tennis. Kathy Hinrichs has grown tennis at the local, state, section, and national levels as a dedicated volunteer, particularly in League Tennis. Her volunteer tennis positions are numerous. A local league coordinator and founder of a CTA where she held every leadership role and grew grass roots tennis. Kathy continued her volunteerism at the state level (LTA) where she served and chaired numerous committees receiving the two highest volunteer recognition awards by the LTA. After serving in every Board of Director and Officer position, Kathy served as President of the LTA during a challenging time following Hurricane Katrina. Her tennis volunteerism continued at the USTA Southern Tennis Association level where she served and chaired numerous tennis committees, concentrating on the continued growth of League Tennis. She Chaired the USTA Southern League Committee. There is no harder working committee than this committee and her leadership and time commitment was recognized by being awarded the Gerry Rothwell League Volunteer award. Kathy’s commitment to tennis volunteerism and growing this wonderful game continued at the national level where she served
on the National League Committee for ten years as well as multiple subcommittees.
Philip Campbell
David Schumacher
Philip Campbell
Philip Campbell, from Shreveport, Louisiana, has excelled in tennis as a player, coach, and volunteer. As a junior, he was a top player in the Southern section, winning three high school state championships in mixed doubles at Byrd High School, leading to his induction into the Byrd Athletic Hall of Fame. At Louisiana Tech University, Cam
Philip Campbell, from Shreveport, Louisiana, has excelled in tennis as a player, coach, and volunteer. As a junior, he was a top player in the Southern section, winning three high school state championships in mixed doubles at Byrd High School, leading to his induction into the Byrd Athletic Hall of Fame. At Louisiana Tech University, Campbell was an All-Conference player, competing at every position in singles and doubles, with victories at No. 1 singles against top NCAA players. He went on to coach the men’s and women’s teams at Louisiana Tech, then led the LSU women’s team for five years, where many of his players later entered Halls of Fame.
For 28 years, Campbell served as Tennis Director at Southern Trace Country Club, coaching numerous USTA championship teams and mentoring juniors, including notable players Ryan and Christian Harrison, Mark Weaver, and Laura Harrison Bray. Currently, he is Head Tennis Professional at Pierremont Oaks Tennis Club, coaching players of all ages. As a dedicated volunteer, he has served on USTA committees, was President of USTA Louisiana, and actively supports the Louisiana Tennis Association.
David Schumacher
David Schumacher
David Schumacher
David Schumacher has had a distinguished career in tennis spanning several decades. Starting as a top-ranked junior in Louisiana, he played Division I tennis at Tulane University and American University. After earning a law degree and practicing law for 18 years, he transitioned to coaching, where he made significant contributions. He coa
David Schumacher has had a distinguished career in tennis spanning several decades. Starting as a top-ranked junior in Louisiana, he played Division I tennis at Tulane University and American University. After earning a law degree and practicing law for 18 years, he transitioned to coaching, where he made significant contributions. He coached Tulane University women's tennis team to a top 10 national ranking. He was awarded Louisiana Sports Writers Association "Louisiana Coach of the Year" five times (2001-2005). He was named Conference USA "Coach of the Decade" (1995-2005) and "Coach of the Year" four times. He coached Tulane's first individual National Champions, All-Americans, and numerous award-winning players. David co-founded A's & Aces, a non-profit organization that introduced thousands of under-represented children to tennis and developed many into competitive players. He was recognized with multiple awards, including the New Orleans City Council Proclamation and Louisiana Tennis Professional of the Year (2020). David retired from his executive role at A's & Aces in 2022 but continues to coach and impact the tennis community.
Hall of fame 2023
The Watlington Twins
The Watlington Twins
The Watlington Twins
Jerry Montgomery
The Watlington Twins
The Watlington Twins
the Harrison Family
The Watlington Twins
the Harrison Family
Our Hall of Fame Inductees of 2024
The Harrisons
The Harrison Family
This Louisiana Family deserves recognition as Louisiana Tennis Royalty. Each of the five siblings achieved top junior status, some with national rankings. They all went on to play college tennis with one on the pro tour. After collegiate playing days, they Coached at the recreational, High School, College and Profession
The Harrison Family
This Louisiana Family deserves recognition as Louisiana Tennis Royalty. Each of the five siblings achieved top junior status, some with national rankings. They all went on to play college tennis with one on the pro tour. After collegiate playing days, they Coached at the recreational, High School, College and Professional level. Their coaching would produce 3 Grand Slam Champions, 4 Grand Slam Runner ups and also, 2 individual NCAA Championships.
Each deserves the honor individually but collectively their achievements are truly outstanding. Some of the highlights include the oldest sister Vickie starring on a couple of State Championship teams in high school before moving on to La. Tech where she was a 2-time varsity letter winner. Valerie would be next in line winning State Championships in singles, doubles and mixed doubles before going on to become an NAIA National Runner Up and All American while playing for Father Jimmy at Centenary College. Mark would also star at Captain Shreve High, being a State runner up in singles as well as winning 2 mixed Doubles titles (one with Valerie). They would also win the Team title in 1975. From there he would go on to La.Tech and become an All-Southland conference performer with partner Philip Campbell. Last but not least would be twins Pattie and Pat. They would go on to be part of 3 State Championship teams in High School along with winning both Singles and Doubles Championships individually. Pattie was top 50 in
the Nation in singles and number 9 in doubles while twin brother Pat would be top 10 singles as well as # 1 in the Nation in Doubles. The twins began their careers at #20 ranked Ole Miss where Pattie would play # 1or # 2 positions. Pat would also play # 1 for the Rebels for 2 years. Pattie transferred to LSU and played for Philip Campbell on his #2 ranked LSU team(in SEC). Pat transferred to Okla State, played #1 for a top 15 team and won the Big 8 conference in singles and doubles.
And of course, we would be remiss if I didn’t include Pats crowning achievement of his children’s success on the World Tennis Stage. It is with great pleasure to introduce the Harrison Family into the Louisiana tennis Hall of Fame.
Jerry Montgomery
Jerry Montgomery was born and raised in Louisiana and has been involved with tennis on every level for over 60 years. He is a Player, Coach and Volunteer. He is the beloved Coach to thousands of players, from beginners to professionals.His players have reached #1 in Louisiana, #1 in the South, #1 in the US, and top sixty in the world. Som
Jerry Montgomery was born and raised in Louisiana and has been involved with tennis on every level for over 60 years. He is a Player, Coach and Volunteer. He is the beloved Coach to thousands of players, from beginners to professionals.His players have reached #1 in Louisiana, #1 in the South, #1 in the US, and top sixty in the world. Some have even been inducted into their own Halls of Fame. His players have won countless titles. State Championships, Southern Championships, National Championships and Collegiate Championships. He has been named Southeastern Conference Coach of the Year (1993/1999) He has been inducted into the Loyola Hall of Fame and the University of Mississippi Athletic Association Hall of Fame. He has volunteered at many levels for USTA Louisiana. He continues to serve USTA Louisiana as a volunteer to this day, and we are delighted to welcome Jerry Montgomery into the Louisiana Tennis Hall of Fame.
The Wattlington Twins
The Wattlington Twins
Let me introduce you to DeAnn and Dana De Watlington. There are few tennis tournaments in the state, south, and nation that these two girls have not won either in singles, doubles, or both. As junior players, their highest doubles rankings include #1 in Louisiana (ranked ‘78-‘84), #1 in the South (ranked ‘78-’84), and #7 in Nation (ranked
Let me introduce you to DeAnn and Dana De Watlington. There are few tennis tournaments in the state, south, and nation that these two girls have not won either in singles, doubles, or both. As junior players, their highest doubles rankings include #1 in Louisiana (ranked ‘78-‘84), #1 in the South (ranked ‘78-’84), and #7 in Nation (ranked ‘78-‘82). They set a record as the 4-time USTA National High School Team Champions and were named LA Tennis Player of the Year. As collegiate athletes, their time at LSU came with quite a number of achievements such as the 1985 SEC Team Championship runner-up, 2-time SEC Doubles Champion, SEC Singles Champions, All-SEC player and world ranking, 4-time MVP Players, Co-Players of the Year, Co-Captains of the Year, and LSU Assistant Coaches. They are currently listed #1 and #4 on the LSU All-Time Winningest Players List. These are just a few of the many accolades that make them both worthy of this title. Welcome to our newest members of the Louisiana Tennis Hall of Fame, DeAnn and Dana De Watlington!
Hall of fame 2022
LAUREN COTTER WILSON
rUTHIE SHOPTAUGH KEAN AND FAMILY
LAUREN COTTER WILSON
HAROLD "ROCKY" ANDRY
rUTHIE SHOPTAUGH KEAN AND FAMILY
LAUREN COTTER WILSON
rUTHIE SHOPTAUGH KEAN AND FAMILY
rUTHIE SHOPTAUGH KEAN AND FAMILY
rUTHIE SHOPTAUGH KEAN AND FAMILY
2022 hall of fame recipients
harold "Rocky" Andry
Harold Andry, better known as Rocky, is our Official Extraordinaire. He has been a Referee since 1998 and still graces our courts today! He has distinguished himself as an USTA Official, ITF White Badge Referee, and was Official of the Year in 2003. He began his career officiating Tulane Men's and Women's matches then added LSU, UNO, Nicholls State, SLU matches to the list. He has been an official for NCAA Division II Finals, NCAA Regionals, Gulf States Conference Championships, Sugar Bowl jr. Tournament Referee, and National Junior Team Championships just to name a few. Everywhere Rocky goes he is welcomed with open arms. He represents the USTA and tennis with honesty, integrity, and dedication. Congratulations and thank you for all of your years of service to this great sport of tennis.
The Shoptaugh Family
The Shoptaugh Family or “nation” as referred to by their family is and has been quite the tennis “influencers” since the 1970s. Starting with the Matriarch of the Shoptaugh clan, Ruthie Shoptaugh was a huge part of making Baton Rouge tennis what it is today. She was involved in the beginnings of City Park, Bocage, and Baton Rouge Country Club. If you were a tennis player in that era, you were well involved with the Shoptaughs. She was an avid tennis player, one of the first women pros in Louisiana, tennis parent to all, and exceptional volunteer. She raised her 4 children, Johnny, Cathy, David and Mark, to be entrenched in tennis in their youth, then they went on to become extraordinary players, involved tennis parents, & outstanding volunteers enriching our tennis community having their hands in many areas. Some of these include high school and college Coaching, coordinating Junior Team Tennis, founding and developing the YMCA, volunteering in tournaments, on staff and on board of the LTA, and on and on. Congratulations to the Shoptaughs for this well-deserved honor of being selected into the Louisiana Tennis Hall of Fame.
Lauren Cotter Wilson
Lauren Cotter was an accomplished junior tennis player. She was Ranked #1 in Louisiana in 12 singles, 14singles, 14 Doubles, 16
singles, and 18singles. In the south, she was ranked #1 in 14singles, 16 singles, #2 in 18 singles. In the Nation, she was #1 in girls 14 doubles, #16 in girls 14 singles. She was the Easter Bowl National Champion in girls 16s. In High school she led her team of Captain Shreve High School to the National High School Tennis championships as she played #1 in Singles and Doubles. He was recruited and played for SMU at #3. She returned home to play for Centenary College and won the 1983 NAIA National Collegiate Singles Championships. She is in the Centenary Hall of Fame as well as the Northwest Louisiana Hall of Fame.
Aside from the player, she is also a tennis parent, and dedicated volunteer. Her family is the 2017 Louisiana Tennis Family of the Year. She has quite a resume and we are very proud to welcome her into the Louisiana Tennis Hall of Fame.
