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Jibin’ with the Juniors
The Food Drive conducted by the Juniors was a huge success. A few days before Thanksgiving, the Juniors
delivered the items that the club members so generously donated. We had such a great response, that the items
filled the entire back seat and floor! Thank you to all who contributed.
The day after Christmas, David Beaudry left for sunny Miami and the Orange Bowl International Regatta. Over
600 boats competed in the regatta with David's Laser Radial class having over 120 boats and only one fleet! Strong
winds and big chop made sailing challenging for everyone. David improved with each race and is looking forward
to next year.
Four Juniors are preparing for the 420 Midwinters in Jensen Beach, FL in February. Kelly Stukbauer, Stirling
Naber, Ian Hunter and David Beaudry will be competing against some of the best U.S. and International college
and high schools sailors. If you see these teams before or after their practices, make sure to wish them luck!
The Junior Awards took place prior to the Installation Dinner on 18 January 2013. With such an active group of
Juniors this year, there were several award winners. Out-going Fleet Captain John Farris presented the Junior
Awards. Well done Juniors!
David Beaudry
Junior Yachtsman of the Year
George Hambleton
Most Improved Sailor
Adam Metruck
Male Sailor of the Year
Annamaria Vacarro
Female Sportsmanship Award
~ Fort Walton Yacht Club, Established in 1951 ~
Kelly Stukbauer
Female Sailor of the Year
Ian Hunter
Male Sportsmanship Award