Dear 12mR Friends,
What an incredible summer we had! Looking back, I have to say that Newport put on one hell of a show for the 2019 12 Metre World Championship. The feedback that we have received from our International competitors has been extraordinarily positive. So much so that US Sailing recently selected Ida Lewis Yacht Club for the 2019 St. Petersburg YC Trophy– awarded for outstanding race organization of the 12mR Worlds– based primarily on comments provided by participants.
As you may know, North American Fleet Captain, Peter Gerard and I are stepping down from our leadership roles. We will continue to support organizational restructuring that combines the N. American fleet with the 12 Metre Yacht Club. Challenge XII (KA-10) owner, Jack LeFort was elected by fellow 12mR owners as the new ITMA North American Vice President and Fleet Captain. He will be assisted by Linda Lindquist-Bishop, now engaged as our N. American 12mR fleet manager.
Since the 2019 Worlds, there has been much change in the wind for the Newport fleet. Meanwhile our organization, leaders and members have been acknowledged and awarded for excellence. I sincerely thank each of you for your participation, assistance and support of the 12mR Class throughout my tenure as Commodore.
Sincerely,
Jimmy Gubelmann
Commodore, 12MYC Newport
