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August 2018
MOTORSPORT OFFICIALS
By.. Bob Schapel
any of us have been taking part in MGCC motorsport for a long time. It has been nearly fifty years in my case. The preparation, tinkering on the day, perusal of results and“ debriefing”, probably absorbs most of our thoughts. However, the people who make such events possible deserve a substantial portion! Natmeets, Club Challenges, Sprints, Motorkhanas and Hill-Climbs take a huge amount of work to run. Organisers and officials often have to cope with early starts, poor weather, unfortunate track incidents, unknown new venues and other difficult situations. Yet the same people are willing to do it all over again, allowing the next competition to go ahead as planned.
Recent Motorsport Secretaries, Bev, Laurie, Murray and Tim never cease to amaze me. Not only do they organise, officiate and compete but they have been doing so for such a long time. Sue Stevenson, Marg Hall, Barry Kitts, Darryl Siggs and Darryl Warman regularly help us despite being from other clubs! These people are just the tip of the iceberg. Whether they marshal or wave flags“ on the day,” or contribute months of organisation, we must certainly let these people know how much their work is appreciated. At Club meetings or events, it would be good if we competitors shouted them a drink at the bar.
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