Awards
These annual awards recognize and celebrate exceptional skaters, volunteers and dedicated members for their outstanding contributions to the organization.
Club Awards
Sally Knoll Sportsmanship Award
This award is given to a skater who demonstrates exceptional fairness, respect, and integrity both on and off the field, embodying the true spirit of sportsmanship. This individual’s conduct and attitude inspire fellow members and contribute positively to the overall sporting community.
Ace of Tests Award
The “Ace of Tests” award is bestowed upon the skater who has achieved the highest number of successful test completions in a single season, showcasing remarkable dedication. This recognition highlights their exceptional diligence and commitment to mastering the sport of figure skating. This award may be given to a single skater or one adult member and one junior member.
Herman Masheck Volunteer Award
The volunteer award is given to an individual who has selflessly dedicated their time and effort to the club. This recipient demonstrates a strong commitment to making a positive impact on our skating community and serving the greater good.
2012 Award Recipient - Emily Don
Sally Knoll presenting the "Sally Knoll Sportsmanship Award" to it's first recipient.
2023 Award Recipients
Congratulations to award winners Kodi H. - Spirit award and Rebekah S. - Ace of Tests and our high school seniors Emma S. and Abigail D. (Not pictured).
2013 Award Recipient - Autumn Rapert
Sally Knoll Sportsmanship Award
2011 Award Recipient - Walter S. Powell
Sally Knoll accepting the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame Award from President Patricia St. Peter on behalf of Walter S. Powell.
2022-23
| Sally Knoll Sportsmanship Award | Kodi Herrera |
| Ace of Tests | Rebekah Stockwell |
2021-22
| Sally Knoll Sportsmanship Award | Abigail Donnelly |
| Herman Masheck Volunteer Award | Tracy Goldberg-Gross |
| Ace of Tests | Emma Gross |
| Ace of Tests | Mackenzie Foy |
2020-21
| Sally Knoll Sportsmanship Award | Rosemary Wensley |
| Herman Masheck Volunteer Award | Nancy Akins |
| Ace of Tests | Julia Wensley |
2019-20
| Ace of Tests | Caroline Latta |
2018-19
| Sally Knoll Sportsmanship Award | Skye Patton |
| Ace of Tests | Kayla Steinberg |
2013-14
| Sally Knoll Sportsmanship Award | Autumn Rapert |
| Herman Masheck Volunteer Award | Christine Rapert |
| Ace of Tests - Senior | Joy Hoedel Elder |
| Ace of Tests - Junior | Arden Dickson |
| 2004 National Competitor | Andrew Kirov |
| Adult Nationals Competitor | Lyssa Cobb |
2012-13
| Sally Knoll Sportsmanship Award | Emily Don |
| Herman Masheck Volunteer Award | Karen Oestricker |
| Ace of Tests | Emily Pestka |
| 2004 National Competitor | Andrew Kirov |
| Adult Nationals Competitor | Susan Brownell |
| Adult Nationals Competitor | Lyssa Cobb |
2003-04
| Most Inspirational | Sally Knoll |
| Illinois Merit Award | Ashlyn Ray |
| Coach of the Year | Debbie Howe |
| Herman Masheck Award | Susan Brownell |
| Spirit Award | Maddie Riggio |
| 2004 National Competitor | Brandon Mroz |
| 2004 Jr. Nationals Competitors | Jonathan Cohn and Tara Evensen |
| 2004 Jr. Nationals Competitors | Molly and Nathan Raymond |
| Adult Nationals Competitor | Karen Hutter-Branson |
| Special Honoree | Priscilla Trask |
