Last Saturday, there was an excellent turnout for the annual prize-giving and laying-up supper. The evening got underway with a treasure hunt for the children, a game of 'alternative bingo' and then Oppie racing, after which everyone tucked into the lovely spread of food.
Once everyone was nourished, the presentations started.
In the sail training section, Tina announced the awards and we welcomed John Hollies who presented the relevant books and certificates.
Adults, Level 1: Sally Morris, Tracey Dewhurst, Nicola Rowley and Bernie.
Levels 1 and 2: Paul Johnson, John Roberts, Lynn Bush, Robert Bush and Hannah Bush.
Level 2: Ceri Rees, Jane Hodson, Nod Hodson and Sam Hodson.
Levels 2 and 3 were achieved by Rhys Johns, Level 3 by Gemma Rowley and Level 4 by Graham Wellman.
Children, Stage 1: Chantell Johnson, Natalie Johnson, Jessica Ryder, Max Griffiths, Elliot Sanders, Owain McArthur, Chloe and Joanna Rabson.
Stages 1 and 2: Rosie Polson, Rebecca Hills, Robbie Godwin and Bethan Roberts.
Stages 2 and 3: Daisey Hodson.
Stage 3: Heather Goodwin.
Stage 3 and Racing Red: James North
Racing Red: Jessica Roberts.
Racing Red and White: Kathryn Williams.
Safety Boat certificates: Graham Wellman and Anita Osborne.
Our Commodore, John Griffiths, opened the next section of awards with a short speech, and then handed over to sailing captain Nick Johns who announced the awards, with our president, Fred Morton, presenting the various trophies.
In the Cruiser fleet, the Denver Engineering Challenge Cup was awarded to Rolfe John in Twm Barlwm for being the first Saundersfoot cruiser in our Regatta.
The Denekamp Shield was awarded to Ray Smith in Hurly Burd for the longest cruise of the season.
In the dinghy fleet, John and Paul Griffiths in their Fireball 14663 were first overall for the season and so won the Samantha Stephens Trophy for being club champions, together with the Vic Morris Cup for being top of the Fast Handicap fleet (1101-).
John and Paul sailed very well again this past season as this list of silverware shows:
Lloyd Edwards Trophy; Evans and McDowell Bowl; United Dominions Trust Trophy; T. F. Morris Jones Caldey Cup for being the first Saundersfoot based dinghy around Caldey; Royal Marines Cup; E. T. M. Stephens Trophy; Jollity Cup; David Randles Cup for the Warm Up Series; Harry Hooper Trophy for the Late Series.
Andrew Williams took second place overall in his Laser 164508, and was awarded the Beatrice Roberts Trophy for winning the Mid Season Series and the Leonard Warden Cup for Laser Class Champion.
Tonia and Julia Griffiths came third overall in their Graduate 2966 and were awarded the Jolly Boat Challenge Trophy for winning the Frostbite Series. Tonia and Julia also won the Gulf Oil Cup for being Ladies Champion; the Bromley Trophy for winning the Slow Handicap fleet (1102+); and the G. R. M. Hutchins Trophy for leading the Graduate Class.
Govan Berridge was third junior in his Topper 42712, 12th overall and won the Cliff Hitchings Trophy for being top of the Topper Class.
Adam Johns in his Optimist 3416 was second junior, ninth overall, and won the Regent Oil Trophy for being the most improved sailor of the season and the Lady Merthyr Trophy for winning the Junior Helm race.
Trevor and Norma Smith in their Graduate 2410 took sixth place overall.
Simon Smith in his Byte 1079 came fifth overall and won the Rhoda Davies Bowl for being Junior Champion.
Malcolm and Kathryn Williams in the Comet Duo 129 were fourth overall and also received the Stewards Shield for the 'Most Club Races Finished'.
Colin and Jenny Harrison in their ISO 770 won the Graham Thomas Trophy for being the first Saundersfoot Based Dinghy at Coppet Week.
Graham Wellman in his Solo 3662 won the E. T. M. Stephens Cup for 'Best Newcomer'.
The winner of the now well-known toilet seat, the 'Down the Pan Trophy', was Lyndon Bird in the Spice 365 for some 'brilliant' capsizes!
A new award this year was presented to Tom Owen for 'Best Contribution by a Non-sailing Newcomer'.
It was a very enjoyable evening and many thanks must go to everyone who attended and all those who helped in any way. Special thanks to Graham for doing so much preparation at home and in the galley and to Mick for running the bar.
We look forward to seeing several of the new sailors out on the water for the Sunday races next season. John and Paul will welcome some more competition and will not object to losing some of their annual collection of trophies to worthy sailors.
Apologies for any omissions or errors.
SUNDAYS
Don't forget Sunday mornings. We meet at around 10 am for various tasks and activities that include sailing when conditions allow. Anyone can join us as there is lots to do on and off the water. The bar opens at noon.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Now for another very important event in the year's calendar - the annual general meeting tomorrow (Saturday) at 7 pm in the clubhouse. We hope you will support your club by attending this meeting.
DINNER DANCE
December 8 at the Cambrian Hotel. Order your meal on the forms in the clubhouse. Payment with order please.
SWEAT-SHIRTS
There are sweat-shirts in stock now, while fleeces and polo shirts are available to order, so let us know your requirements very soon to ensure goods arrive by Christmas.
WHIST
This will be back again on Saturday, November 24, with doors opening at 7 pm. Game starts at 7.30 pm prompt.
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