· In January 2011, a Net Results youth who has been in the program for more than ten years will be honored at the Colorado Tennis Hall of Fame Awards for his leadership and accomplishments.
· In 2010, a NRJT High School senior who was also a summer Net Results camp coach was awarded an Arthur Ashe college scholarship to the University of Colorado. Also, ten NRJT youth received scholarships from the Gates Tennis Center.
· Net Results was designated a USTA First Serve Chapter in 2010, as one of 38 in the country.
· In 2009, one of our long time students was selected as a semi-finalist to receive a Daniels Scholarship, which is based on academic promise, character, integrity, honesty, and willingness to give back to the community – all components taught through our program.
· In 2008, five of our students were awarded scholarships through the Colorado Tennis Association for school supplies and tennis equipment. In addition, four of our students were chosen as the USTA Intermountain Section winners of the 2008 Arthur Ashe Essay Contest.
· In 2006, Net Results was named the National NJTL Chapter of the Year. This honor is awarded to one organization out of more than 550 each year and was given to Net Results because of our impact on the community and dedication to improving the lives of at-risk youth.
Date established and history
Net Results was founded in 1993 by school social worker, Prilla O’Connell, who was searching for a more effective way to reach her most challenging students. She developed a program in which tennis served as an incredible tool for facilitating tutor-student relationships. The ongoing involvement of a caring adult mentor and a forum for interaction gave these students hope for the future, positive role models, and the encouragement to pursue their educational and professional dreams. Today, NRJT has grown into a respected youth mentoring agency filling a vital community need for safe out-of-school experiences, positive adult role models, life and leadership skills, healthy active lifestyles, and character development that empowers students with the tools they need to be responsible, productive and successful in tennis, in school, and in life.
