Congratulations to Lickety Split and her crew, overall champion of the 2011 Governor’s Cup. Windy, choppy conditions characterized the race on both Saturday and Sunday, with Lickety Split coming out on top.
Kathy Lynn took first place in the cruising division. Full results and pictures are posted above on the Governor’s Cup tab.
Twelve boats are registered so far for the 25th annual Governor’s Cup race, beginning on Saturday. Boats are competing for the right to have their name etched in this trophy, The LBSA Governor’s Cup.
NOAA forecast is calling for fair weather, winds 7-10kts, flat seas. It should be a thrilling day on the water, and it’s not too late to be a part of it. You’ll find everything you need, including registration forms, notice of race, menu, entertainment and more on this site.
NEWS FLASH: Live entertainment for the after-race party will be provided by Johnny “Guitar” Sparks, playing classic rock and a variety of other great sounds along with our LBSA brother Brad Mandell. Music will be poolside!
It’s nearly time for the 25th annual NC/SC Governor’s Cup, the LBSA’s biggest race of the season. Information is now on the website, under the Governor’s Cup tab. Fair Winds!
2011 Governor’s Cup
Notice of Race
Registration
Parties and Menu
From the Commodore: David is cruising along with confidence ( !) , while Annick is watching closely the battle between Jim and Jeff. Pictures, race results and Spring standings are posted on the navigation tabs above.
Next events is the Governor’s cup , Notice of race and sailing instructions will be coming shortly.
We need a head count of boats and crews to prepare for the festivities….
Pics on the webpage and facebook
Thanks
Patrick & LBSA officers,
Commodore’s Report
Eleven boats braved the elements: flat seas and light wind 12 knots from the S to SE. TeeSou rounded the red mark and then crossed the line in first ,closely followed by Kathy Lynn ( thank Frank to lend your boat to your crew) and in third by the well inspired Jaime on Southern Cross.Then Patty on Pirate Girl , Achilles Heel, Circassia, Confidence III, Runaway, Blind Date, La Bonne Vie and Nansea.
Special thanks to Bill and Nancy who picked up the mark. We all had a great time. Back to our racing season , this coming week-end :Saturday June 4th will be races 5&6.
This will be your last chance to practice before the Gov’cup scheduled on the 18 &19. Don’t miss it
See you at the skipper meeting 8:45
Patrick
Skippers meeting at 8.45am Myrtle beach Yacht club this Saturday, Course to the mark will be announced there ( no GPS coordinate: Dead reckoning only to keep the suspense..)
Distance is 6.25 to the mark, about 500 yards from the beach.The last boat rounding the mark will pick it up (with a 6 minutes credit at the end).
Please record your finish time (For Jeff ‘s PHRF and golf rating study) After the race get together is TBD
The start line will be the Seabuoy and the channel entry green marker ,start time as follow ( based on Golf rating as a test)
Cabin Fever 11:30:00
Achilles 11:36:24
Windsong 11:39:19
Knotty 11:39:55
Run Away 11:43:20
NorthStar 11:47:28
True Story 11:47:28
Row Boat 11:48:41
Blind Date 11:49:47
IP35 11:49:47
Suvarov 11:49:47
Southern Cross11:51:42
Janet T 11:52:53
Lickety Split 11:52:53
Independence 11:53:07
TeeSou 11:53:18
Circassia 11:54:08
Kathy Lynn 11:54:46
La Bonne vie 11:57:00
Pirate Girl 11:57:16
Confidence III 11:57:27
Nansea 11:59:46
Webejamin 12:03:31
Good chase !
Patrick
With winds blowing 5-10kts on calm seas, TeeSou took first place in both races Saturday in the racing division. In the cruising division, Achilles and Confidence III split the two races.
Full results are posted on the racing tab, as well as overall Spring Season standings. Photos from the race are posted on the Photo Galleries tab.
