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Annual Awards
Sailor of the Year The Sailor of the Year award is presented annually to an athlete who has achieved results on a National/International level, and has demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their discipline.
Selection Criteria:
- Actual race results with particular regard to:
- Score sheet position
- Significance of events
- Depth of competition
- Overall consistency in performance;
- Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
- Versatility or scope of achievements;
- Degree of inspiration to others both on the water and on shore;
- Overall contribution to the quality and recognition of Ontario sailors;
- A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Rossi Milev, Mark Goodyear, Mike Wolfs, Erwyn Naidoo
2006 Hans Fogh, Roger Cheer, Gordon Devries
2005 Chris Cook
2004 Mike Wolfs/Ross MacDonald
2003 Derek Hatfield
2002 Bernard Luttmer
2001 Chris Cook
2000 Oskar Johansson
1999 Richard Clarke
1998 Trevor McEwen
1997 Bernard Luttmer & Marty Essig
Hans Fogh - Developing Sailor of the Year The Developing Sailor of the Year is presented to an athlete who has achieved results on at least a Provincial and National level (could be International, but not necessary) that demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their discipline.
Selection Criteria:
- Actual race results with particular regard to:
- Score sheet position
- Significance of events
- Depth of competition
- Noticeable improvement in performance during the current year, indicating the potential for future international results;
- Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
- The recipient will normally be in the 23 & under age category;
- A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Lee Parkhill
2006 Robert Davis
2005 Evan Lewis
2004 Ethan Holtzer
2003 Isaac Bussin
2002 Mike Hayes
2001 Trevor McEwen & Ian McEwen
1999 David Wright & Jessica Simpson
Youth Sailor of the Year The Youth Sailor of the Year is presented to an athlete who has achieved results on at least a Provincial and National level (could be International, but not necessary) that demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their discipline. Must be 18 years or younger as of December 31st in the year ending.
Selection Criteria:
- Actual race results with particular regard to:
- Score sheet position
- Significance of events
- Depth of competition
- Noticeable improvement in performance during the current year, indicating the potential for future international results;
- Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
- A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Robert Davis
2006 Greg Clunies, Brock Hopemorely & Jason Hearst
2005 David Hayes
2004 Chris Dold
2003 Evert McLaughlin
2002 Conner Higgins
2001 Alex Singer
2000 Matt Johnston
Women Sailors' Association Award
Female Junior Sailor of the Year The Female Junior Sailor of the Year is presented to a female athlete who has achieved results on at least a Provincial and National level (could be International, but not necessary) that demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their discipline. Must be 18 years or younger as of December 31st in the year ending.
Selection Criteria:
- Actual race results with particular regard to:
- Score sheet position
- Significance of events
- Depth of competition
- Noticeable improvement in performance during the current year, indicating the potential for future international results;
- Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
- A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Helen Dam
2006 Emily Hill
2005 Joanne Prokop
2004 Alessandra Herrera Reimer
2003 Erin Kestenbaum
2002 Yolande Gooderham & Katherine MacLennan
2001 Caroline Kaars Sijpesteijn
Joanne Abbott - Female Sailor of the Year Female Sailor of the Year is presented to the female sailor who has achieved results on a Provincial, National, and/or International level, which demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in her discipline.
Selection Criteria:
- Actual race results with particular regard to:
- Score sheet position
- Significance of events
- Depth of competition
- Overall consistency in performance;
- Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
- Versatility or scope of achievements;
- Degree of inspiration to others both on the water and on shore;
- Overall contribution to the quality and recognition of Ontario sailors;
- No age guidelines;
- A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Alanna Foscarini and Alison Ludzki
2006 Victoria Crowder
2005 Amy Cada
2004 Jen Provan & Nikola Girke
2003 Victoria Crowder & Claudia Strobele
2002 Claudia Strobele
2001 Jen Provan & Nikola Girke
2000 Jen Provan
Angus (Bud) Roulstone Leadership Award
This award is presented to a (current) certified CYA Instructor/Coach who has shown exceptional leadership in a learn-to-sail or racing program.
Nomination Process:
In order to be considered a letter of nomination or support for nomination must come from one of the following:
- Employer, Club or Head Instructor (The club/school must be members of OSA/CYA and teach CYA levels and award CYA certificates and seals);
- A student or athlete;
- Certified coach from another club, (or Provincial or National Coach);
Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrates and exudes sportsmanlike behaviour in him/herself and expects the same of her/his athletes/students,
- Is a primary factor in improving the skills and results of his/her students,
- Is a team player and works well with fellow coaches/instructors and supervisors,
- Volunteer contribution to her/his community and/or school may be considered (in a bonus category).
- A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Corey Lynam
2006 Roslyn Dakin
2005 Ashley Lethbridge
2004 Karen May
2003 Will Abbott
2002 Darin McRae
2001 Tim Bishop
2000 Rob Fox
Regatta of the YearThis award is presented to a Member Club or Organization that ran a regatta of exceptional quality during the past year. Nomination Process: In order to be considered a letter of recommendation or support for nomination must come from either an athlete or a coach who participated in the event.
Selection Criteria:
- Race management (must be certified Race Officer as PRO, Level 2),
- Pre-regatta information package, i.e. Notice of Race
- Reception, registration, billeting, hosting, food & refreshment
- Value for registration fee
- Overall component of fun and fellowship that may include entertainment or special events.
- A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Royal
Hamilton
Yacht Club- Youth National Championships
2006 Oakville Yacht Squadron - Ontario High School Championships
2005 Sarnia Ontario Sailing 23 & Under Provincial Championships
2004 Brockville OSA 16 & Under Single Handed Championships
2003 Etobicoke Yacht Club – J35 North American Championships
2002 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club – 2002 Europe World Championships
2001 Grand Bend Yacht Club – Canada Games 2001
2000 Toronto Sailing & Canoe Club – Millennium Regatta
The Presidents Trophy The awarding of this Trophy is to be made in recognition of a member of the Ontario Sailing Association who has made an outstanding contribution to the development of sailing in Ontario. Although nominations are welcome the selection is made by a vote of the Past Presidents (whom we have been able to maintain contact with) of the Association.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Ron Kobrick
2006 Al Will
2005 Alex McAuley
2004 Mike Vollmer
2003 Laurel Connell
2002 Alan May
2001 Peter Van Buskirk
2000 David Sprague
1999 Keith Hobbs
1998 Leo Reise
1997 Easter Seals Regatta, RCYC
Award of Excellence The award has no criteria other than what the title implies. Although nominations are welcome the selection is made by the Executive Director with the approval of the Executive Committee.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 John Miolla
2006 John Weakley
2005 Linda Waddell & Jenny McEwen-Hill
2004 Lynne Beal
2003 Allan Sparrow
2002 Bruce Bussin
2001 Brian Knoll
2000 Jon Matthews
1999 Tommy Wharton
1998 Loren Richter, Eastgate Ford
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* The following awards are not open to nomination. They are based upon results *
George Blanchard Youth Performance Ranking Trophy
This award is presented to the Club with the best Overall Results from the Provincial Youth Regatta Series. Results from the Under 13 age category, Under 16 age category and the Under 18 age category are taken into consideration. Please see specifice age groups to see which regattas are counted.
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2006 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2005 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2004 Royal Canadain Yacht Club
2003 Royal Canadain Yacht Club
2002 Royal Canadain Yacht Club
2001 Royal Canadain Yacht Club
2000 Royal Canadain Yacht Club
1999 Royal Canadain Yacht Club
1998 Royal Canadain Yacht Club
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E. Aileen Clarke Youth Performance Ranking Trophy
This Award is presented to the Club with the best results from the 13 & Under Provincial Youth Regatta Series.
Regattas included in results:
- Ontario Sailing 13 & Under Single Handed Championships
- Ontario Sailing 13 & Under Double Handed Provincial Championships
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2006 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2005 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club
2004 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2003 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2002 Island Yacht Club
2001 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club
2000 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
1999 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
1998 Island Yacht Club
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Unistrut Central Youth Performance Ranking Trophy
This award is presented to the Club with the Best Results in the 16 & Under Ontario Sailing Provincial Youth Regatta Series
Regattas included in results:
- Ontario Sailing 16 & Under Single Handed Provincial Championships
- Ontario Sailing 16 & Under Double Handed Provincial Championships
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2006 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2005 Kingston Yacht Club
2004 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2003 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2002 Stoney Lake Yacht Club
2001 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2000 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
1999 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
1998 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club
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Edward Ison Youth Trophy
This award is presented to the Club with the best result in the 18 & Under Provincial Youth Regatta Series
Regattas included in results:
- Ontario Sailing 18 & Under Single Handed Provincial Championships
- Ontario Sailing 18 & Under Double Handed Provincial Championships
- Ontario High School Championships
- Youth Fest Regatta
Recent Winners Include:
2007 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2006 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2005 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2004 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2003 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2002 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2001 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
2000 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
1999 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
1998 Royal Canadian Yacht Club
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