2016 TTW Year End Awards Voting Compass

[Deleted member 743561]

This serves as a sort of "road map" to the voting threads. 31 30 categories, so apologies in advance for the thread SPAM. Beginning tomorrow (Dec. 14), I'll feed in several each day to spread out the voting a bit. Obviously, nothing's live yet but I'll populate each of these with a thread link as they become available.

P.S. Though slightly disorganized, the laboratory where the various categories were sorted out and nominations were made yielded much ideation. Behold:

https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...ries-for-the-2016-ttw-year-end-awards.578146/

12/20/16 Note: We're back. I thank you for your patience. So, due to an error in judgment on my part as to the ultimate size of the OP, character limitations are forcing continuation of the awards to another post. It gets better. Since I failed to do so at the genesis of the thread, they will have to continue mid-thread, at post #31. A minor nuisance, but I appreciate your understanding. There you shall find the top 14 categories.

CURRENT STATUS OF THE 2016 AWARDS

1-14 (See post #31 in this thread.)

15) "BNPF"/Best Nonpartisan Fan
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...6-awards-15-best-nonpartisan-fan-bnpf.578647/
A winner has been determined through a democratic process. This recipient embodies the ideals of neutrality and even-handedness in his posting. Congratulations to @ScentOfDefeat !

16) Best Fan of Each Member of the "Big Four"

a) Federer
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...f-each-member-of-the-big-four-federer.578646/
This one was neck-and-neck all the way. By close of polls, a deciding vote had not been cast! Therefore, we have yet another three-way tie in the balloting. Congratulations to honorees, @Steve0904 , @NatF , & @Krish872007 !

b) Djokovic
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...-each-member-of-the-big-four-djokovic.578645/
Slightly more comfortable margin of victory here. Selected as Best Djokovic Fan this year, none other than @Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil ! Congratulations!

c) Murray
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...of-each-member-of-the-big-four-murray.578644/
Another close one here. Amassing the most votes in this category was @Mainad ! Congrats!

d) Nadal
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...-of-each-member-of-the-big-four-nadal.578642/
This one was fairly close. Not a runaway by any stretch, but we have a winner! Congratulations to @vanioMan !

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20) Best Video Responses to Thread Streams (a/k/a The Clipmeister™ )
voting in progress at:
A solitary nominee makes the choice crystal clear! Congratulations to 2016's winner, @Big_Dangerous ! Take a bow, Clipmeister™!

21) Best Signature
voting in progress at:
Sole nominee = no voting = winnah! Congratulations to @Dedans Penthouse !

22) Member Most Wanted to Return
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...wards-22-member-most-wanted-to-return.578586/

Tight competition marked the election process in this particular category. Several beloved posters of yore made strong bids for the post. In the end, there could be only one. We miss you, @Nathaniel_Near !

23) Most Legendary (past & present)
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-23-most-legendary.578585/

Fabled. Storied. Mythical. Perhaps all accurate descriptors for the bearers of this title. You read that right! We have multiple winners, meaning we are steeped in greatness at TTW. Congratulations to co-honorees, @sureshs & @Hitman , the latter of whom is racking up awards, right and left!

24) What Ever Happened to that Dude?
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...ds-24-what-ever-happened-to-that-dude.578584/

A reasonable question, right? We may not get answers immediately. But inquiring minds want to know--most of all--the whereabouts of one member in particular: @veroniquem ! Where?

25) Racquet Ambassador
voting in progress at:
With a sole nominee... there is no voting! Congratulations to 2016's winner, @SpinToWin !

26) EE Cummings Honorary Medal for Most Willfully Inefficient Typist to Dramatic Effect
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...for-most-willfully-inefficient-typist.578534/

The very topic of creativity with the written word remains a draw. With his flair for colorful and occasionally explosive verbosity, @JonnyMac is the fan favorite for this medal. Well done, sir, and a hearty thank you for what you do here! While the prize may appear minimalist, even obtuse... just add imagination, and it is a spectacular production.

27) Best Username
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-27-best-username.578533/

After a hard-fought campaign, @Poisoned Slice comes away with the trophy in 2016! Congratulations, sir. A victory for gamers everywhere!

28) Most Logical
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-28-most-logical.578532/

In a squeaker, the winner this year is the well-reputed @Hitman ! Congratulations, sir. If he sees fit to grace the boards again, his well-reasoned trophy will be waiting for him in perpetuity.

29) Jolliest ('tis the season)
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...olliest-merry-christmas-charlie-brown.578531/

Well, well. Seems there is divided support amongst patrons of this glorious and coveted award. Result is a three-way deadlock between @DreddyTennis45 , @Poisoned Slice , and @La Grande ! Party on, fellers!

30) Best Avatar
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-30-best-avatar.578530/

As determined by fellow TTW denizens, the award goes to @Rusty Shackleford ! A fine effort, sir!

 

[Sentinel]

27) Best New Member
voting in progress at:

I am not sure about this one, since many banned members come back as new ones. Too many new members have extensive knowledge of other poasters and what has happened here over the years for us not to suspect.

Maybe you should have one for Best Old Member. Such as best member who has crossed ten years. Or best member who has crossed 20k posts.

 

[Deleted member 743561]

I am not sure about this one, since many banned members come back as new ones. Too many new members have extensive knowledge of other poasters and what has happened here over the years for us not to suspect.

Maybe you should have one for Best Old Member. Such as best member who has crossed ten years. Or best member who has crossed 20k posts.

Okay, good thought. I can go with this. There weren't a ton of nominations in this category, and that may well be the case. Will scratch that category. We didn't need Baskin-Robbins' (31) backing, anyway.

As for the Best Old Member/Best TTW Veteran, great idea. It's too late for me to add it this year but I think that's a fantastic future category. May find a bit of overlap with something like "Most Legendary." Stands on its own, for sure. Thanks.

 

[SoBad]

I think you are doing a very fine job at structuring the process. Will do my best to contribute in a constructive, civil, knowledgeable, and respectful manner~!~

 

[Deleted member 743561]

Unfortunate this isn't stickied or something during the voting/awards process. Just a quick bump as a reminder of this little organizational tool. We're halfway home!

 

[Big_Dangerous]

Unfortunate this isn't stickied or something during the voting/awards process. Just a quick bump as a reminder of this little organizational tool. We're halfway home!

Ohh, we're halfway there, living on a prayer!

 

[DreddyTennis45]

We should have a catagory for best Syntax. @FedFosterWallace would get my vote.

 

[Deleted member 743561]

The first round of polls will be closing on the morrow! Please see note at top of OP for clarification.

 

[Deleted member 743561]

Amidst the chaos... a skeletal framework begins to materialize. Results pouring in now.

 

[DreddyTennis45]

Timely bump.

 

[Emperor of Belgrade]

The best fans of the Big 4 players.

@Steve0904 @NatF @Krish872007
@Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil
@Mainad
@vanioMan

Deservedly so, you guys light up this mostly chaotic place.

 

[Steve0904]

The best fans of the Big 4 players.

@Steve0904 @NatF @Krish872007
@Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil
@Mainad
@vanioMan

Deservedly so, you guys light up this mostly chaotic place.

Only fans of The Arrogant One can have a 3 way tie.

 

[NatF]

Only fans of The Arrogant One can have a 3 way tie.

Best fanbase confirmation

 

[Steve0904]

Best fanbase confirmation

Only a confirmation though. Not as if we didn't know it before.

 

[Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil]

@Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil

I thought I would have to wait for Hitman's absence in 2017 and beyond to vulture some weak era titles.

 

[Krish872007]

I thought I would have to wait for Hitman's absence in 2017 and beyond to vulture some weak era titles.

Defeating a Grandpa/"Old Man" Hitman to win the award is just as good though

 

[NatF]

I thought I would have to wait for Hitman's absence in 2017 and beyond to vulture some weak era titles.

Typical Novak fan, inflating your title count in the absence of ATG's like Hitman and Chico, with only fetus Tenisfan3 as your main competition.

 

[Deleted member 743561]

Sorry to report that a small technical hitch is delaying proceedings in the award ceremony. So many deserving winners has created a minor hiccup, and I am looking into a resolution. Rest assured that the glory does not stop at Novak. More to come. Patience, fans.

 

[Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil]

Typical Novak fan, inflating your title count in the absence of ATG's like Hitman and Chico, with only fetus Tenisfan3 as your main competition.

Typical underrating of me in this post.

 

[Steve0904]

Just noticed that vero won the What Happened to that Dude/Dudette award. I have to say I did see her around about 2 months after Djokovic lost the USO final. If Djokovic wins the AO next year you can be sure she'll be back. Her high posting times usually coincide directly with the success of Nadal and/or Djokovic. I would've voted for @West Coast Ace, but obviously it's too late now.

 

[stringertom]

Only fans of The Arrogant One can have a 3 way tie.

Beaten by Otherer with six votes!

 

[vanioMan]

The best fans of the Big 4 players.

@Steve0904 @NatF @Krish872007
@Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil
@Mainad
@vanioMan

Deservedly so, you guys light up this mostly chaotic place.

Thanks. Pretty surprised that I won. I wasn't even the favorite, no?

 

[Vcore89]

Beaten by Otherer with six votes!

I put Krish over the top when they were tied at 4, then they were tied again at 5.

In the end your vote [or was it someone else] tip it over to Otherer.

Their sum total wins it imo.

 

[stringertom]

I put Krish over the top when they were tied at 4, then they were tied again at 5.

In the end your vote [or was it someone else] tip it over to Otherer.

Their sum total wins it imo.

I voted early for Otherer @JoelDali , GOAT Fed fan. Totally weak era these days...I don't remember any of the triumvirate ever Golden Eagleing at that thread's height. If @Smasher08 were still producing his epick SexiRogi Agent007 poasts, I would have nominated him for Best Graphics too.

 

[Vcore89]

Tennis Era classifications by SoBad:

1. Woolpants Era (1920s+) [who cares!]
2. Short Shorts to Baggy Shorts Era (1980s-1990s: Sampras, Kafelnikov aka point and shoot cumpetitions)
3. Elegant Era (the 2003-2007)
4. Ultra Morose Era (2008+)

 

[Vcore89]

I voted early for Otherer @JoelDali , GOAT Fed fan. Totally weak era these days...I don't remember any of the triumvirate ever Golden Eagleing at that thread's height. If @Smasher08 were still producing his epick SexiRogi Agent007 poasts, I would have nominated him for Best Graphics too.

Were there sparring matches between Smasher08 and Sobad?

 

[stringertom]

Were there sparring matches between Smasher08 and Sobad?

Few haterz dared to enter the shrine of The Eagle.

 

[Steve0904]

Thanks. Pretty surprised that I won. I wasn't even the favorite, no?

In true Nadal form.

 

[NatF]

Thanks. Pretty surprised that I won. I wasn't even the favorite, no?

The social victor like your idol

 

[Steve0904]

Beaten by Otherer with six votes!

Otherer is just a confused little man with a split personality. He doesn't even know why people voted for him. Not arrogant enough to tie for an award this prestigious.

 

[Deleted member 743561]

(continuation of OP)

2) Best Thread
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-2-best-thread.578796/

The accolades just keep coming for this brazen prognistication. This thread birthed the award-winning post. Well done, @HipRotation !

3) Postmaster General Commendation for Post of the Year
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...ral-commendation-for-post-of-the-year.578795/

Voters have selected the post that identified the seldom ballyhooed Sam Querrey as the unlikely conqueror of Djokovic this year. For authoring this bold prediction, congratulations to @HipRotation !

4) Funniest
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-4-funniest.578794/
They came out in force to sing his praises. His clever twists on the often mind-numbing exploits of the game's "stars" produce a brand of comedy that is appreciated by all fan bases. Ever the jokester, TTW is made a funnier place by @vive le beau jeu ! !

5) Most Devoted Fan of the Game
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...awards-5-most-devoted-fan-of-the-game.578793/
Well, a consistent theme in this year's awards has emerged: multiple winners. Again, we have a divided electorate, and the top podium will be shared by two deserving winners, both of whom enhance the boards with their devotion to the game. Congrats to @The Green Mile & @Krish872007 !

6) Most Helpful
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-6-most-helpful.578749/
Now I am genuinely humbled to be acknowledged here. This word means a number of things, and I believe that my role can indeed fulfill this capacity on some levels. Take 'em or leave 'em, my contributions are typically thought-provoking. So, thank you very much, folks.

7) Most Sincere
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...6-awards-7-most-sincere.578748/#post-10827954
Now this stage got seriously crowded. A handful of winners share the honor, and the hardware distribution is substantial (seriously, these things are not light). Proud to have been named along with four others, for a total of five winners. Well done, all! @gogo , @Aussie Darcy , @PDJ , @Vanhool, & @FedFosterWallace !

8) Most Enthusiastic
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-8-most-enthusiastic.578747/
Wow, the people have spoken. By a stunningly decisive margin, the TTW electorate have chosen this extraordinarily energetic and passionate fan. His determined backing guarantees a level of support rarely seen. Way to go, @Meles !

9) Best Thread Title Creativity
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...awards-9-best-thread-title-creativity.578746/
Let's be honest. These things are often slapdash and leave something to be desired. When you see a clever one, it's gonna reach out and grab ya, as Steve Miller might say. Any good coat needs a proper ornament! Thanks for keeping it interesting, @Sysyphus !

10) Most Civil
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-10-most-civil.578719/
Wide distribution of votes indicates a nice spread of civility. Heartfelt acknowledgment went out to several. Recipient of the most votes was @The Green Mile ! Congratulations are in order.

11) All-Around Good Fellow
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-12-all-around-good-fellow.578718/
...which nobody can deny! Thoughtful, charismatic, and humorous this one. Keep on keepin' on, @Sentinel !

12) Most Unique
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-12-most-unique.578716/
This inimitable comedian brings levity to the boards in a way that brings smiles to faces and occasional grimaces of puzzlement. His presence is singular, indeed. Taking home his second award of the event, let's hear it for @JonnyMac !

13) Most Informative on Pros
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...16-awards-13-most-informative-on-pros.578715/

The hoped-for tiebreaker did not materialize, and we have our third three-way tie in the awards! These folk enhance our tennis appreciation with all manner of insights. Congrats and thank you to the following knowledgeable members: @metsman , @Mustard , & @Gary Duane !

14) Best Graphic Editor
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-14-best-graphic-editor.578714/
His work is highly visible on these boards, and his ability to manipulate even small-scale imagery to comedic effect is laudable. For his efforts, he has earned himself a light-refracting paperweight. Congratulations, once more, @Rusty Shackleford !

 

[Deleted member 743561]

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[JonnyMac]

26) EE Cummings Honorary Medal for Most Willfully Inefficient Typist to Dramatic Effect
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...for-most-willfully-inefficient-typist.578534/

The very topic of creativity with the written word remains a draw. With his flair for colorful and occasionally explosive verbosity, @JonnyMac is the fan favorite for this medal. Well done, sir, and a hearty thank you for what you do here! While the prize may appear minimalist, even obtuse... just add imagination, and it is a spectacular production.

Wow ! I won something ! - And I thought I was RUBBISH!
Thanks to Andy 'He'll never win anything, evah.......twice!' Murray ( He's just rubbish ).
And all his rubbish fans !
I could not have done it without you !

 

[JonnyMac]

12) Most Unique
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-12-most-unique.578716/
This inimitable comedian brings levity to the boards in a way that brings smiles to faces and occasional grimaces of puzzlement. His presence is singular, indeed. Taking home his second award of the event, let's hear it for @JonnyMac !

What can I say - Too much Guys !

 

[vanioMan]

26) EE Cummings Honorary Medal for Most Willfully Inefficient Typist to Dramatic Effect
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...for-most-willfully-inefficient-typist.578534/

The very topic of creativity with the written word remains a draw. With his flair for colorful and occasionally explosive verbosity, @JonnyMac is the fan favorite for this medal. Well done, sir, and a hearty thank you for what you do here! While the prize may appear minimalist, even obtuse... just add imagination, and it is a spectacular production.

Wow ! I won something ! - And I thought I was RUBBISH!
Thanks to Andy 'He'll never win anything, evah.......twice!' Murray ( He's just rubbish ).
And all his rubbish fans !
I could not have done it without you !

12) Most Unique
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/index.php?threads/ttw-2016-awards-12-most-unique.578716/
This inimitable comedian brings levity to the boards in a way that brings smiles to faces and occasional grimaces of puzzlement. His presence is singular, indeed. Taking home his second award of the event, let's hear it for @JonnyMac !

What can I say - Too much Guys !

@JonnyMac winning not 1, but 2 awards? That is absolutely and undoubtedly RUBBISH!

 

[JonnyMac]

@JonnyMac winning not 1, but 2 awards? That is absolutely and undoubtedly RUBBISH!

Indeed ! This is what happens on TTW when you let a load of Rubbish Bin Man Bum Murray fans on here !

JonnyMac will never win anything evah. Never mind twice ! Impossible !

It's just a fluke ! Pure lucky luck ! It would never had happened if @stringertom had got his ass in gear !

It's all just RUBBISH! RUBBISH! I tell ya !

I'm not going to even watch anymore !

 

[Deleted member 743561]

Finish line's in sight. One voting category remains.

 

[NewOrder]

15) "BNPF"/Best Nonpartisan Fan
voting concluded at:
https://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/ind...6-awards-15-best-nonpartisan-fan-bnpf.578647/
A winner has been determined through a democratic process. This recipient embodies the ideals of neutrality and even-handedness in his posting. Congratulations to @ScentOfDefeat !

Oh look, someone related to a certain football club won a trophy. What a rare sight!
It's Christmas time, @ScentOfDefeat. Be generous. Give it to the museum! Those cabinets will apparently remain empty for a few more months, years, decades... But who's counting, anyway?

Spoiler

Damn club, damn Christmas syndrome...

 

[ScentOfDefeat]

Oh look, someone related to a certain football club won a trophy. What a rare sight!
It's Christmas time, @ScentOfDefeat. Be generous. Give it to the museum! Those cabinets will apparently remain empty for a few more months, years, decades... But who's counting, anyway?

Yes! And may this be a lesson in humility and self-effacement to our dismal President.

 

[SpinToWin]

I won something?

Lately I wonder how many new people even realise that I'm generally a Fed fan given my avatar hahaha. Hoping for a better 2017 in all regards (go yung'uns!)

 

[SpinToWin]

Competition was rough in the Fed fan section though, thanks for the call out, but harsh 0 votes, I will have to be more arrogant to achieve the ranking I clearly deserve

 

[ScentOfDefeat]

Because my fans might have missed the full disclosure of my appreciation, here's my victory speech once again:

"Wow. I will cherish this award for the rest of my life. I would like to thank God for making it impossible to believe in Him, my parents for conceiving me 33 Christmases ago, and, last but not least, I would also like to give a big special thank you to all my 5 fans here who have had the audacity to bestow into the eager and rapacious hands of a sceptical tennis fan (might I add: an atheist and an iconoclast when it comes to the Federers, Nadals and Djokovics of this world) this most glorious of awards.

May nonpartisanship always defeat civility in the battleground of great wits.

Thank you! Thank you so much!"

* weeps profusely while exiting the stage *

 

[ScentOfDefeat]

Damn club, damn Christmas syndrome...

I've decided to chill, stop worrying and eat the Devil's cheese.

 

[Smasher08]

I voted early for Otherer @JoelDali , GOAT Fed fan. Totally weak era these days...I don't remember any of the triumvirate ever Golden Eagleing at that thread's height. If @Smasher08 were still producing his epick SexiRogi Agent007 poasts, I would have nominated him for Best Graphics too.

Oh you are far too kind, my fellow 17erer!! Happy Holidays to you and all our other poasterers, both in the BOTE and beyond.

In truth, I have missed the troll kingdom in all my sojourns and sabbaticals anon. And with the Golden Eagle spreading his wings once more, so too may I.

 

[vive le beau jeu !]

i'd like to thank all the people who voted for me, including some fans of the rusty peak injured golden bull (it means a lot !)
(also the nadal himself -i think he's with us today, cheating somewhere in this room- who, despite ruining tennis for more than 10 years, is always a surprising source of inspiration)
it's a beautiful award and with this $1000000 check, i'm going to do so many things, starting with paying tennis classes to some VALP brigade members who never really had the chance to understand what this sport is, and......

... what ?! wait, what do you mean, "there's no check" ?
a sureshs-shaped trophy* ?... emmm yes yes, of course that's even better...

*not at real scale

 

[Deleted member 743561]

Merry Christmas, TTW!

 

[stringertom]

i'd like to thank all the people who voted for me, including some fans of the rusty peak injured golden bull (it means a lot !)
(also the nadal himself -i think he's with us today, cheating somewhere in this room- who, despite ruining tennis for more than 10 years, is always a surprising source of inspiration)
it's a beautiful award and with this $1000000 check, i'm going to do so many things, starting with paying tennis classes to some VALP brigade members who never really had the chance to understand what this sport is, and......

... what ?! wait, what do you mean, "there's no check" ?
a sureshs-shaped trophy* ?... emmm yes yes, of course that's even better...

*not at real scale

Most importantly, the trophy is Sewretch flavored so you can take a nice bite out of it like your idol.

 

[JonnyMac]

i'd like to thank all the people who voted for me, including some fans of the rusty peak injured golden bull (it means a lot !)
(also the nadal himself -i think he's with us today, cheating somewhere in this room- who, despite ruining tennis for more than 10 years, is always a surprising source of inspiration)
it's a beautiful award and with this $1000000 check, i'm going to do so many things, starting with paying tennis classes to some VALP brigade members who never really had the chance to understand what this sport is, and......

... what ?! wait, what do you mean, "there's no check" ?
a sureshs-shaped trophy* ?... emmm yes yes, of course that's even better...

*not at real scale

Very slick .....;-)

 

[JonnyMac]

Most importantly, the trophy is Sewretch flavored so you can take a nice bite out of it like your idol.

Ok, so I'll feed you the line ( as you set it up..... )

What does a Sureshs taste like @stringertom ????

 

[stringertom]

Ok, so I'll feed you the line ( as you set it up..... )

What does a Sureshs taste like @stringertom ????

Very spicy, quite fatty and causes a lot of G.A.S.S.!