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| Melges Named to Wisconsin Sports Hall of Fame |
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Melges Named to WI Sports Hall of Fame
A renowned group of six men with r emarkable
stories and accomplishments entered the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame
on Friday night, November 10th. One is a world-class sailor. That
sailor is the Midwest's own Buddy Melges. Gary Jobson presented the
award at the Midwest Express Center. For coverage in the local
Milwaukee paper, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Click here. Pictured
above are Buddy, Cecil Cooper and Dick Bennett. A another local paper,
the Janesville Gazette, included these comments, "Zenda's
Harry "Buddy" Melges Jr., a two-time Olympic medal winner in sailing,
is one of six sports figures who will be inducted into the Wisconsin
Athletic Hall of Fame tonight.
"Since
1951, nearly 125 individuals have been inducted into the Hall of Fame,
including Henry Aaron, Bart Starr and Reggie White; leaders such as
legendary coaches Curly Lambeau, Vince Lombardi and Al McGuire; and
renowned announcers from Earl Gillespie to Bob Uecker.
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other inductees include basketball coach Dick Bennett, NFL star lineman
Mike Webster, Milwaukee Brewer Cecil Cooper, Milwaukee Bucks owner Sen.
Herb Kohl and sportsman Fred Miller.
"Melges, dubbed the "Wizard
of Zenda" for his sailing exploits, is recognized as one of the most
successful competitive sailors in history, with dozens of national and
international championships in many different classes.
"Melges
won an Olympic gold medal in 1972 and bronze in 1964. He was a two-time
Star world champion (1978, 1979), a three-time 5.5 Meter World Champion
(1967, 1973, 1983), a five-time E-Scow National Champion (1965, 1969,
1978, 1979, 1983), a seven-time Skeeter Ice Boat World Champion (1955,
1957, 1970, 1972, 1974, 1980, 1981) and a three-time Yachtsman of the
Year.
"To cap off his competitive career, he helped steer America3 to a successful defense of the America's Cup in 1992."
Ted Turner and Gary Jobson presented videotape intros of Melges' achievements and contribution to the sport.
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| BARKOW AND RUF READY FOR CHINA |
| Donate to ILYA Foundation
 Sally Barkow and John Ruf are gearing up for Beijing.John has won the opportunity to represent
the US in the Paralympics; Sally will know after midwinter regattas in
Florida if she will be the US entry in the Olympics. Both are in need
of financial support and welcome your donation.
The ILYA Foundation
serves our many sailors who wish to participate in higher level events
and need financial support. The Foundation was established under the
ILYA's 501(c)(3) status and welcomes charitable donations. Please send
donations, (small as well as large) to ILYA Foundation, PO Box 311,
Fontana, WI, 53125-0311.
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| BARKOW WINS ROLEX FOR THIRD TIME |
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from US Sailing For
the third straight time, Sally Barkow (Nashotah, Wis.) has won US
SAILING's Rolex International Women's Keelboat Championship. Racing
took place November 14-17 in Shoreacres, Texas. At the gala Rolex
Awards ceremony held this evening at the Houston Yacht Club, Barkow and
her crew of Debbie Capozzi (Bayport, N.Y.), Amanda Callahan (Canton,
Mass.) and Annie Lush (Poole, England) were awarded with US SAILING's
Bengt Julin Trophy and a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel &
Gold Datejust, presented by Colette Bennett, National Sports Marketing
Manager of Rolex Watch U.S.A.
"Yesterday was really the day that
made the difference," said Barkow, an Olympic hopeful and 2005 Rolex
Yachtswoman of the Year. "We feel really good."
Going into
today's final two races, Barkow led the 39-boat fleet with 14 total
points. "Today we went out and knew what we had to do. It was tricky
and light and mind boggling, instead of having to race the boat hard
like yesterday. We had to make sure we were in the top eight. Then if
we were beating Derby Anderson, we wouldn't have to sail the last race."
Barkow
finished fifth in the first race and elected not to sail the final
race. "That was sort of the goal, but no real pressure," she said. "If
we could do it, we would do it. Truthfully it's about getting the boat
pulled out early. It was so close for second, so we thought we'd let
them duke it out."
In both the 2005 and 2003 Rolex IWKC, Capozzi
and Lush were with Barkow, along with her third Yngling teammate Carrie
Howe (Grosse Pointe, Mich.), who could not attend this regatta. "The
first time Annie sailed with us was the Rolex in 2003," said Barkow.
"Debbie is a good friend; I've known her for a long time. She's always
been there, working hard, there's no question with her that she wants
to win the race and give all she has. To have those kinds of people
working for you, to sail as a team, I think that's what makes us strong
as a team.
"The only reason my name is up there (on the scores)
is because of those guys," said Barkow. "This team has been together
for so long that they really carry me and that needs to be recognized. |
| ILYA OFFICE - NEW LOCATION |
| NOTE CHANGE OF ADDRESS
The ILYA office has moved. The mailing
address remains the same; only the physical location and phone numbers
have changed. Note the following:
ILYA
PO Box 311
Fontana, WI 53125-0311
Phone: 262-203-7721
Fax: 262-203-7722 |
| CHRISTMAS IDEAS |
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SAILING FALL DISCOUNTS IN EFFECT
For that sailor in your life, look to our
sailing suppliers for a Christmas special item. Our suppliers support
us with regatta donations, ad revenue or on-site support.
- A new sail is always a surprise for old and young alike. Quantum-Inland Sails and North One-Design Zenda have fall discounts in effect until December 1st (North) or 15th (Quantum). Order now for a generous discount.
- A new boat brings an added bonus of free registration for ILYA Championships. Contact Melges Performance Sailboats or Windward Boat Works for your new scow or performance sailboat. Need financing? Melges Marine Finance can help you afford that new scow.
- Opti sailors always welcome new gear or gifts. USODA, our local Opti vendors and Miami Opti Moms always have great ideas.
- Don't forget our Laser and 420 suppliers
who also sell great looking Gill and Magic Marine gear and other
sailing related gear - Hedlund Marine in the Chicago area, Sailing Specialists (iceboating specialists) in Lake Geneva area and Aquarius Sails in Pewaukee. Your powerboating needs can be well met by The Boathouse in Madison. How about an inflatable? Visit Harborside Yacht Center in Milwaukee for a new Zodiac or other fine craft.
- Harken
has that special boat cover, great purse for mom, belts, shoes and
always-coveted Harken pulley, ratchet block or cam cleat in great
colors. A trip to the Harken website is worth the visit with the best
sailing music and video known to mankind. Check it out! The Sailors' Tailor has been specializing in covers for any of your sailboats. Check out their great offers. Layline, Inc. can supply your new lines and rigging and many hardware items.
- Towing your boat is great with a new Regatta Vehicle! Visit our supporters at Lynch Dealerships, Lexus of Brookfield, and the Darrow Group for your transportation needs.
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| LOOK WHO'S SAILING MELGES 32s |
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DREAM WEEKEND FOR YOUTH SAILING ALL-STARS AT MELGES 32 WINTER TUNE-UP REGATTA
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; Lauderdale Yacht Club
- With eighteen Melges 32s pre- registered and ready to race in Ft.
Lauderdale, Florida this weekend at the 2007 Winter Tune-Up Regatta, it
will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for America's elite in youth
sailing. Hosted by the Lauderdale Yacht Club (LYC), this event also
offers a lot of exclusives for Melges 32 class owners as they practice
and prepare for the heated competition at ACURA Key West 2008. While in
the same instant, it also provides a distinct chance for Laser Radial
Champion Colin Smith to sail with Michael Illbruck and the likes of
John Kostecki; Melges X Boat Champion Addy Ferguson to sail with Melges
24 World Champions Jeff Ecklund and Harry Melges; and Melges 24 World
Champion crew member and Opti sailor extraordinaire Mac Agnese to sail
with international entrant Joe Woods from the UK.
Other top youth sailors scheduled to make
appearances are Alex and Haley Fox, Dominique Wright, Karl and
Elizabeth Ryder, Kai Frieseke, Chanel Miller, Caroline Wright,
Christina Lewis, Zack Kelchner, Marissa Lihan, Duncan and Christopher
Williford, Sam Peirson, Nikki Medley, Andrew Fox, Holly Toppa, Julian
Harris and Megan Place. Some of these gifted and talented youngsters
participated last year in the 'Take A Junior Sailing Day' program and
are back for more in 2007, this time enjoying two days of very cool,
fast and competitive sailing. The combination of LYC's successful
breeding ground for sailing excellence and a Melges 32 one-of-a-kind
event - this is where speed and the best-of-the-best meet.
As if the event could not be more unique, adding another aspect of exclusivity -
Olympic Medallist Morgan Reeser presented by Henri Lloyd will be on the
water each day serving as the appointed fleet coach. Following later in
the evening Morgan will debrief the competitors, provide post-racing
videos presentations concerning boat handling, spinnaker sets, gybes
and take downs along with a question and answer session during dinner
on Friday and Saturday nights.
Adding to the record level of turn-out is a
simply astounding line-up of official competitors. Among them, Pieter
Taselaar and his youthful crew, most notably known for The Morning
Light Project will participate, as will Kimo Worthington calling
tactics for relatively new Melges 32 owner Jim Swartz. Jud Smith will
be on board with Bob Hesse; and one of a couple of West Coast entries
Seadon Wijsen will team up with Stephen Pugh just to name a few.
The fun begins on Thursday, November 29 with
registration and a skippers meeting. Weigh-in takes place on Friday
morning, prior to the first signal at 11:00 a.m. with four races
scheduled for the day. Another four races are slated for Saturday and
two on Sunday. These are the official 'Take A Junior Sailing Days.'
For additional information about the Melges 32 Winter Tune-Up Regatta 2007 contact Regatta Chair, Lang Ryder (lang.ryder@seacoastnational.com) at (954) 630-3430; or class contacts Jeff Ecklund (j.ecklund@mindspring.com) at (954) 522-6411 or Andy Burdick (andy@melges.com)
at (262) 275-1110. Full reports, articles, additional announcements,
press or competitor related information will be posted as available at
the official web site of the International Melges 32 Class Association
web site, www.melges32.com |
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To submit articles, send to Candace Porter
Inland Lake Yachting Association website, click here.
To contact Executive Secretary Jim Smith, click here.
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