Ontario Sailing Association
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ONTARIO SAILING ANNUAL AWARDS
For the 2015 Sailing Season
Presented January 2016
Gill North America - 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 his/her discipline.
Selection Criteria:
1. Actual race results with particular regard to:
a) Score sheet position
b) Significance of events
c) Depth of competition
2. Overall consistency in performance;
3. Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
4. Versatility or scope of achievements;
5. Degree of inspiration to others both on the water and on shore;
6. Overall contribution to the quality and recognition of Ontario sailors;
7. A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent winners include:
2014 Keven Piper, Jordin Clark, & Tom Nelson
2013 Lee Parkhill
2012 Gregory Douglas
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) and has demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in his/her discipline.
Selection Criteria:
1. Actual race results with particular regard to:
a) Score sheet position
b) Significance of events
c) Depth of competition
2. Noticeable improvement in performance during the current year, indicating the potential for future international results;
4. Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
5. The recipient will normally be in the 23 & under age category;
6. A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent winners include:
2014 Arie Moffat & Patrick Wilson
2013 Adam MacDonald
2012 David Mori & Justin Barnes
Fogh Marine - 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) and has demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in his/her discipline. Must be 18 years or younger as of December 31st in the year ending.
Selection Criteria:
1. Actual race results with particular regard to:
a) Score sheet position
b) Significance of events
c) Depth of competition
2. Noticeable improvement in performance during the current year, indicating the potential for future international results;
3. Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
4. A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent winners include:
2014 Galen Richardson
2013 Matti Muru
2012 Jean-Matthieu Bolland & Benjamin Strickland
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 her discipline. Must be 18 years or younger as of December 31st in the year ending.
Selection Criteria:
1. Actual race results with particular regard to:
a) Score sheet position
b) Significance of events
c) Depth of competition
2. Noticeable improvement in performance during the current year, indicating the potential for future international results;
3. Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
4. A role model to others in the sailing community.
***In addition to a Trophy the Recipient will receive a $250.00 grant from the Women Sailors’ Association.
Recent winners include:
2013 Not Presented
2013 Olivia Mew
2012 Alexandra (Ali) ten Hove
Joanne Abbott - Female Sailor of the Year
The Female Sailor of the Year Award 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:
1. Actual race results with particular regard to:
a) Score sheet position
b) Significance of events
c) Depth of competition
2. Overall consistency in performance;
3. Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
4. Versatility or scope of achievements;
5. Degree of inspiration to others both on the water and on shore;
6. Overall contribution to the quality and recognition of Ontario sailors;
7. No age guidelines;
8. A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent winners include:
2014 Brenda Bowskill
2013 Brenda Bowskill
2012 Violet Stafford
Angus (Bud) Roulstone Leadership Award
This award is presented to a (current) certified Sail Canada 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:
1. Employer, Club or Head Instructor (The club/school must be members of Ontario Sailing/Sail Canada and teach CANSail levels and award CANSail certificates and seals);
2. A student or athlete;
3. Certified coach from another club (or Provincial or National Coach);
Selection Criteria:
1. Demonstrates and exudes sportsmanlike behaviour in him/herself and expects the same of her/his athletes/students,
2. Is a primary factor in improving the skills and results of his/her students,
3. Is a team player and works well with fellow coaches/instructors and supervisors,
4. Volunteer contribution to her/his community and/or school may be considered (in a bonus category).
5. A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent winners include:
2014 Max Crothers
2013 Robert Frost
2012 Robert Frost
Regatta of the Year
This 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:
1. Race management (must be certified Race Officer as PRO, Level 2),
2. Pre-regatta information package, i.e. Notice of Race
3. Reception, registration, billeting, hosting, food & refreshment
4. Value for registration fee
5. Overall component of fun and fellowship that may include entertainment or special events.
6. A role model to others in the sailing community.
Recent winners include:
2014 2.4mR Worlds
2013 GHYRA – Ed Thompson
2012 Kingston Yacht Club- Shark World Championships
The Presidents’ Trophy
The awarding of this Trophy is to be made in recognition of a member of Ontario Sailing 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:
2014 Donna Scott
2013 Irene McNeill
2012 Lynne Beal & Doug Creelman
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:
2014 Alan Johnson, Windsor Yacht Club
2013 Gary Howard
2012 Mike Milner
AWARD NOMINATION FORM- 2015 Sailing Season
For: Angus (Bud) Roulstone Leadership Award,
The Presidents’ Trophy,
The Award of Excellence
Name of Award:______
Nominee's Name:______
Address:______
City: Ontario, Postal Code ______
Phone: (____)______Fax: (____)______
E-Mail ______
Please outline your reasons for nominating this person for this award (refer to Selection Criteria). For the Angus (Bud) Roulstone Leadership Award you must also include a letter of support from either an Employer (Club Member or Head Instructor), or a student/athlete, or Certified coach from another club.
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Nominated By: ______
Address: ______
City: ______Ontario, Postal Code: ______
Phone: ______Fax: ______
E-mail: ______
Ontario Sailing Member Club Affiliation: ______
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Nominations: must be submitted to the Ontario Sailing office by Friday, December 11, 2015 at 4:00pm ET
E-Mail:
Fax: 1-877-677-7275
Mail: Ontario Sailing
70 Unsworth Drive, Unit 17,
Hamilton, Ontario,
L8W 3K4
AWARD NOMINATION FORM- 2015 Sailing Season
For: Regatta of the Year
Name of Award: Regatta of the Year
Host Club: ______
Regatta: ______
Regatta Chairperson: ______
Address:______
City: Ontario, Postal Code ______
Phone: (____)______Fax: (____)______
E-Mail ______
Principal Race Officer: ______
Race Management Certification Level: ______
Address:______
City: Ontario, Postal Code ______
Phone: (____)______Fax: (____)______
E-Mail: ______
For this nomination to be considered you must include:
· A copy of the Notice of Race and the Sailing Instructions with this nomination form.
· A letter of support from either an athlete or a coach who participated in the event.
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Please outline your reasons for nominating this Regatta for the Regatta of the Year Award (refer to Selection Criteria).
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Address: ______
City: ______Ontario, Postal Code: ______
Phone: ______Fax: ______
Email: ______
Ontario Sailing Member Club Affiliation: ______
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Nominations: must be submitted to the Ontario Sailing office by Friday, December 11, 2015 at 4:00pm ET
E-Mail:
Fax: 1-877-677-7275
Mail: Ontario Sailing
70 Unsworth Drive, Unit 17,
Hamilton, Ontario,
L8W 3K4
AWARD NOMINATION FORM- 2015 Sailing Season
For: Gill North America - Sailor of the Year,
Hans Fogh – Developing Sailor of the Year,
Fogh Marine - Youth Sailor of the Year,
Joanne Abbott – Female Athlete of the Year,
Women Sailors’ Association Award – Female Junior Sailor of the Year
Name of Award:______
Nominee’s Name:______
Address:______
City: Ontario, Postal Code ______
Phone: (____) ______Fax: (____)______
E-Mail ______
Please outline your reasons for nominating this person for this award (refer to Selection Criteria).
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Please list race results from the top 5 events during the year November 2nd, 2014 to November 1st, 2015 that you think should be considered.
Results
Regatta / Placing / Fleet SizeNominated By: ______
Address: ______
City: ______Ontario, Postal Code: ______
Phone: ______Fax: ______
Email: ______
OSA Member Club Affiliation: ______
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Nominations: must be submitted to the Ontario Sailing office by Friday, December 11, 2015 at 4:00pm ET
E-Mail:
Fax: 1-877-677-7275
Mail: Ontario Sailing
70 Unsworth Drive, Unit 17,
Hamilton, Ontario,
L8W 3K4