“It has been a real inspiration to watch this team climb their way up the World Rankings, to go from 213 in June 2011 to 100 by November 2011. This is clear evidence of their potential and the impact they are having in this highly competitive fleet.”
Those are the words of Stanislav Kassarov, President of International 470 Class Association – and, of course, he was referring to Roger Hudson and Asenathi Jim.
In the 2011 ISAF World Championships in Perth in December, they were third out of 40 in the Silver Fleet, and 42nd out of 80 overall. It was an outstanding result for a team that campaigned overseas in every World Cup regatta and 470 event that they could last year in order to qualify for the 2012 Olympics. They just missed the cut in December, and now have to fight for one of the remaining seven slots available.
The entire campaign has been put together and funded by Roger Hudson. He identified Asenathi Jim (‘Squirrel’) as the 470 skipper with the highest potential, and has coached, mentored, groomed, supported and motivated the young man who has been his helmsman for the past two years.
This nomination is motivated by Roger’s unwavering determination and focus to make things happen against all odds, and to give up-and-coming young sailor Asenathi Jim the experience of a lifetime.
Sailing, in conjunction with MDM Marine Services, North Sails and Southern Spars, continues to back the “Sailor of the Year” Award
Monthly winners are featured in Sailing, with the overall “Sailor of the Year” receiving a substantial cash prize.
Who can make nominations?
Anyone (individuals, clubs, class associations or administrators) may submit nominations
What are the criteria?
The award is strictly for “sailing excellence” or in exceptional circumstances, “dedication to
the sport”
What is the procedure?
All nominations must be fully motivated in writing and must be accompanied by a head-and-shoulders
picture of the candidate, plus an action sailing pic aboard his/hear boat. Motivations must include
current performances, a brief CV of the nominee and other pertinent, personal background information
(age, school, employment, home town, etc) so that an interesting editorial on the winner may be written.
Failure to submit the required material will result in the nomination not being considered.
Deadlines
Nominations must be received by the 1st of every month, although this may be extended at the
Editor’s discretion, so it is recommended to submit them as soon as possible.
Submissions should preferably be emailed to : The Editor (editor@sailing.co.za), faxed to 031-709-6143
or posted to Sailing Publications, PO Box 1849, Westville 3630. Original prints can be supplied
although high-resolution (300 dpi) digital images are preferred.