Novo Nordisk is adding four more scholarships to WTT's Novo Nordisk Donnelly Awards program, which supports youth tennis players with diabetes.  The 2011 program will grant $25,000 in scholarships, including two one-time $5,000 national scholarships and six one-time $2,500 regional scholarships, an increase from two regional scholarships in 2010.  The scholarships are awarded to male and female athletes ages 12-21, who have diabetes and play tennis competitively in tournaments or on their school team. 

World TeamTennis is currently accepting applications for the 2011 Novo Nordisk Donnelly Awards.  Applications must be received byApril 15, 2011, along with two letters of recommendation and a short essay explaining the significance of diabetes in the applicant's life.  The awards are to be used for education, tennis development and/or medical care.

The recipients of the $5,000 national scholarships will receive their awards at a World TeamTennis Pro League match in July 2011 from WTT co-founder Billie Jean King.  The scholarship program was established by King, through WTT Charities, in 1998 to encourage children with diabetes to lead an active life and compete in tennis. 

The Novo Nordisk Donnelly Awards are named after two long-time World TeamTennis executives and tennis champions, Diane Donnelly Stone and Tracey Donnelly Maltby, who are sisters.  Stone was an All-American and NCAA doubles champion at Northwestern University, and Maltby earned All-Big Ten honors at the University of Iowa.  Both women have lived successfully with diabetes since childhood.

Novo Nordisk, a world leader in diabetes care, has been the title sponsor of the award since 2002.  For more details on the Novo Nordisk Donnelly Awards and to download an application form, visit www.WTT.com/DonnellyAwards.  For more information, contact Diane Donnelly Stone at dstone@wtt.com or 212-586-3444, x. 20.

Melanie Oudin will start wearing Wilson apparel and footwear in 2011. She has been a long time player of Wilson and has great success with her Blade racqu et. By adding apparel and footwear to her line up, the 19 year old becomes a Wilson exclusive player.

In 2009, she made her way through Wimbledon qualifying and eventually earning her spot in the main draw. Melanie defeated former No. 1 Jelena Jankovic to make her first 4th round appearance at a Grand Slam. The win not only marked her first over a Top 10 player but also her debut into the WTA's Top 100. Later that summer Melanie made an incredible run at the 2009 US Open. With wins over Elena Dementieva, Maria Sharapova and Nadia Petrova, Melanie quickly became a tournament favorite.

After using Wilson racquets for most of her career, the transition into Wilson's apparel and footwear was an easy decision. "Wilson has always provided me with the latest technology and the best racquets for my game," Melanie said at a recent visit to Wilson headquarters. "After  meeting with the team, I knew that Wilson had the style and design behind their line and it was created for high performance tennis players."

Inspired by fashion trends, innovative materials and smart design, the 2011 collection represents a comprehensive offering with pieces that are created for high end performance. Wilson has combined visual energy and dynamic color with intrinsic technical features that ensure our products look great and are truly "made to move" on the court.   

Claire Ortiz, Global Business Director of Apparel and Fo

otwear designed the line for high performance players.  "Melanie's energy on the court and winning personality are exactly what Wilson represents. We know her style and authenticity as a player is a perfect match for us."

The 2011 Wilson Apparel and Footwear Collections ensure that every piece speaks to quality, fit and finish for the end use-high level tennis performance.  The meticulous selection of functional materials and advanced construction techniques guarantee that Wilson's 2011 Spring/Summer Apparel and Footwear Collection represents the authenticity of the #1 brand in tennis.

Keep an eye out for Melanie as she starts 2011 in head to toe new Wilson look. In addition to her new apparel and footwear, she will be swinging her new Blade 98 Pink BLX racquet starting in Australia.