E-News 10th April, 2019
YACHT SALES AUSTRALIA WEDNESDAY SERIES
THURSDAY TWILIGHT SERIES
It was a fun filled finale to the 2018-2019 season of Twilight Sailing at MHYC last week.
Following a fine final race sailed in a 10 knot southerly, members and friends enjoyed the Bollywood theme after-party with great music and entertainment. A short tropical downpour added even more interest to the evening.
Congratulations to the Post-Christmas Series winners:
- Div 1 FARR 'N AWAY - Graeme Lee
- Div 2 RENAISSANCE - Mike Lowry
- Div 3 PEACH TEATS-VELOCITY - M Jones & P Walker
- Div 4 SINGLE MALT - Peter Gilliland
Twilight Overall Series winners were:
- Div 1 KAYIMAI - Rob Aldis
- Div 2 SIRIUS - Garth Riley
- Div 3 FREEDOM - Stephen Smith
- Div 4 SINGLE MALT - Peter Gilliland
SATURDAY SERIES
Saturday 6 April was the final day of MHYC’s Inshore Sprints for the Summer with a 10 knot north easterly building slightly as the sunny afternoon progressed.
Race Officer Steve Tucker set a one mile course from Middle Head to Spring Cove and the breeze axis held for the two scheduled races.
Winners in the Open Division Race 7 today were MRX (Geoff Pearson) on IRC and Wailea (Neil Padden) on PHS. In the final race, Stormaway (Jack Stening & Colin Gunn) claimed both the IRC and PHS win. In Division 1, Galan(Mike Gallagher) took the PHS prize in both races today.
Dania (Peter Charteris) won PHS in both Division 2 races while Innamincka (John Crawford) claimed the J-24 One Design result for race 7 and Vortex (Chris & Graeme Lee) took the final race on OD.
In the Adams 10 Division, Powderhulk (Patrick Delaney) won race 7 on One Design while Another Dilemma (Jim Vaughan) claimed the PHS win. In the final race of the day, it was Kicknchase (Rob Clarke & Anthony Poiner) who took the double win on PHS and OD.
After the eight races in the Sprint Series, divisional winners were…
- Open IRC - MRX (Geoff Pearson)
- Open PHS - Wailea (Neil Padden)
- Division 1 PHS – Forty Two (John McGrory & Mike Coleman)
- Division 2 PHS - Vortex (Chris & Graeme Lee)
- J24 One Design - Vortex (Chris & Graeme Lee)
- Adams 10 One Design - Kicknchase (Rob Clarke & Anthony Poiner)
- Adams 10 PHS – No Friends (Geoff Charters)
To view the latest results - click here
MATT HANNING (SPUERNOVA) TAKES DIV 2 IN OCEAN POINTSCORE
Congratulations to MHYC Member Matt Hanning who lead his boat, Supernova, to victory in the CYCA Ocean Pointscore series this season. We love hearing of members accomplishments both on and off the water so please let us know if you, your crew or any other MHYC members achieve something worth celebrating!
"After a long Ocean Pointscore season at, we had a 1st in division on IRC and 4th overall on IRC, the latter is an amazing result for a little boat; we had 2 x 1s and 1 x 2 in 8 completed races; the big boats also got a bonus from the Newcastle race which none of the Div 2 boats could finish within time on the conditions.
We also finished second in Division on PHS.
The Div 2 irc result all came down to the result today between ourselves and Amante, another Sydney 36. Fortunately we not only won our division but the overall race today.
We were the only MHYC boat in Div 2 and the highest finishing MHYC boat overall on IRC, pleased to have flown the flag for the club!" - Matt Hanning
MEMBERS EXCEL IN MYC WOMENS REGATTA
After the postponement of the Helly Hansen Women’s Challenge at Manly Yacht Club earlier in March due to inclement weather, Sydney Harbour was bathed in sunlight as the fleet of 23 yachts competed in a solid 16-18 knot gusty sou’ westerly breeze.
Congratulations to all the MHYC boats and sailors who competed in this popular womens event.
Middle Harbour boats performed well with Michelle Belgiorno winning 1st place in division 2 All Female
category on her Melges 20 Morkuska. In Female Helm Division1, Lyn Humphries won 2nd place with Liz Charles 3rd on Kayamai.
For full results click here
To view video of the action click here
SAILABILITY NSW PRESIDENT'S CUP SAILED AT MHYC
The Sailability NSW President’s Cup was held today at Middle Harbour Yacht Club. Sailability Middle Harbour welcomed visiting sailors from Manly, Cronulla, Dobroyd and Gosford.
Three races were sailed in Hansa 303s with one and two person crews. There was a freshening north easterly breeze under sunny skies on a pleasantly warm day - perfect conditions.
Nathaniel Quan & Marg Sanderson claimed the win for race 1, while Jackson Carter & Erek Duyst took out races 2 & 3. Jackson Carter & Erek Duyst claimed the Sailability NSW President’s Cup for the series win on a countback from Denis Critchley.
Congratulations to all the sailors who competed and a big thankyou to the volunteers from Sailability Middle Harbour and Manly Sailability for making the day such a success.
To view the results – click here
To view the event page – click here
YOUTH SAILING PRESENTATIONS AT MHYC
Youth Sailing Presentations were held this Sunday, April 7, to mark the conclusion of the Term 4 Tackers and Discover Sailing Courses and also to celebrate the achievements of the MHYC’s young sailors who are competing at a club, State, National and International level. Congratulations to all the Tackers and Discover Sailing Course participants who received certificates after a successful 8 week program. Presentations were made by Past Rear Commodore Youth, John Sturrock.
Congratulations also to the winners and placegetters in the 24 race Centreboard Club Championship Series. Presentations were made by past Vice Commodore Youth Sailing, Alister Copley and Chair of the Frank Likely Trust and Past Commodore, Julie Hodder.
Final placings were…
Club Championship - International Optimist
- 1st Place - Will Wilkinson
- 2nd Place - Miles Green
- 3rd Place - Lucas Gillespie
Club Championship - International Cadet
- 1st Place - Sienna Wessels
- 2nd Place - Allisandra Braden
- 3rd Place - Ben Harrington
A number of Special Awards were presented to young MHYC sailors who excelled throughout the season…
Marion Packer Trophy – Awarded for the most improvement since completing a MHYC Junior Sailing Course - Angus Griffin
Doris Burke (Alcyone) Junior Trophy – Awarded to the crew that rates the highest in consistency, improvement, enthusiasm and sportsmanship - Will Wilkinson
Seamanship Award – Awarded for showing outstanding sailing savvy - Miles Green
Presidents Trophy – Awarded for the best performance in a National Championship - Archie Cropley & Max Paul
John Merricks Trophy – Awarded for the best performance in a World or International Championships - Archie Cropley & Max Paul
Well done all!!
For the latest Centreboard Results - click here
MHYC WOMENS REGATTA
Entires for the 2019 Middle Harbour Yacht Club Women's Regatta are now open! For mor information, head to Sail World HERE
Or register your interest in crewing for the day with the MySail Crew register - click here
LITERARY LUNCH WITH NICOLE ALEXANDER
With her novel, Stone Country, making the Top 10 Best Seller List this week our April Literary Lunch is one not to miss! Book your tickets at the MHYC office on 9969-1244.
ANZAC DAY - TWO UP CUP
The Two Up Cup is back on ANZAC DAY Thursday 25th April 2019. Followed by Lunch and Two Up in the Harbourview Room, be sure to enter your boat in the Two Up Cup today!
APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMPS
The April school holidays will be here before you know it! Book the kids in for a week of fun, new skills and new friends before the winter sets in. 15th -18th April we provide learn to sail camps for juniors and youths of all skill levels.
Book online today at https://www.revolutionise.com.au/mhyachtclub/events/ or get in touch with the Discover Sailing team to find out more discoversailing@mhyc.com.au
Kayaks for Hire
A great way to get out on the water and stay fit or spend some time with the kids.
Midweek or weekend, these are available for $15/hour for a single - $20/hour for a double.
Call the club to book in advance on 9969 1244. Rental fees apply. Form here.
Sandbar Cafe - Open 7 days a week
The Sandbar Cafe is open 7 days a week from 8am. Come down to the Club & enjoy our coffee and freshly made gourmet rolls, fresh muffins, slices or try one of Brett's homemade icecreams. Don't forget we have takeaway beverages for sale - cases of beer, bottles of wine, and bags of ice.
Pelican Pete loves of $10 coffee and cake deal
Harbourview Bar & Bistro
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro has new opening hours coming into the summer season.
For all bookings, please call the MHYC office on 9969 1244.
