Since 1947 the Club has awarded the William M. Johnston Trophy to male tennis players who have demonstrated exceptional character, sportmanship, manners, spirit of cooperation and contribution to the growth of the game, including rendering assistance to both adult and junior players. Beginning in 1986, the Sarah Palfrey Danzig Trophy has been awarded to female tennis players fitting the same criteria.
     Sarah Palfrey Danzig and "Little Bill" Johnston have championship cups won by them to be used for this purpose. The names of the winners are inscribed on the respective cups. The winners to date are as follows. Click on underscored names to see pictures.