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MBSC News 2009                                                                                     Click here for MBSC News 2010

Class 2 Parents - Information Session

Interest has been expressed in an information session focused on the progression of junior sailors.

The club proposes an information session to brief parents on the types of boats and the types of racing that typically takes place in Ireland involving younger sailors. We would hold this session in the club (about 1 hour duration) if enough people are interested.

If you would be interested in attending such a session, please email Ronan Kenneally at mbscsailing@gmail.com.

MBSC Christmas Race - 26th Dec 2009

This year's Christmas race had 12 boats competing in bright sunshine and a 8 - 12 knot southwesterly. 

OOD Ciaran McSweeney set a windward leeward course, taking the fleet to a windward mark near Blackbridge and back to a leeward mark near the Sandquay.

The race was won by Ronan Kenneally (MBSC) in a Laser, who was presented with the Dr JW Magner Trophy for the 2nd year running. Other Prize winners were as follows:

Click here for full results.

Totally Christmas Quiz

Totally Christmas Quiz. on Wednesday December 30th at 21:00 Hrs. All questions relating to the Yuletide Season.

Tables of 4 at €20 per table. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. Great night assured!

MBSC Christmas Race

The final race of the MBSC season is the Christmas Race on Saturday 26th December. This is an all in race for both Classes 1 and 2, using PY (Portsmouth Yardstick) handicapping. Ciaran McSweeney is the OD.

This is an open event and sailors from all clubs are welcome. First Gun is at 13:25. And the club house will be open afterwards.

The winner will receive the Magner Trophy, which was presented to MBSC in 1976 by Dr JW Magner. It was first won in 1976 by John DeLap. Last year the event was won by a Laser followed by two 505s.

Baltimore Laser Icicle Event 2009

The Baltimore Icicle event was held on the last weekend of November and the trophy goes to MBSC this year. Ronan Kenneally won the standard rigs, and Paul O'Sullivan was 3rd.

The event is an annual 6 race laser event held by Baltimore Sailing Club over 2 days and open to all. Top 3 results in each fleet are as follows:

4.7 Rig:
1st (& 1st Lady) - C. Connolly (BSC)
2nd - F. Lydon (BSC)
3rd - P. Ryan (BSC)		 Radial Rig:
1st - M. Walsh (BSC)
2nd - B Leonard (BSC)
3rd - D. Collins (BSC		 Standard Rig:
1st - R. Kenneally (MBSC)
2nd - G Lynch-Frahill (RCYC)
3rd - Paul O'Sullivan (MBSC)

Cruiser Class AGM 2009

The Cruiser Class AGM took place at the Clubhouse on Thursday 19th November. The upcoming season, training, and social events were discussed, and three activities with an emphasis on junior cruisers were presented.

Class Captain Brian Kelleher commended and gave a presentation to Kevin Murray, who will spend next year as Captain of KYC's White Sail fleet. Kevin was thanked for his input to the class over the years. Celia Murray received a bouquet from Vice Captain Mick Mulcahy, who was then elected Class Captain. John Hegarty was elected Vice Captain of the class.

All are looking forward to better weather conditions for the upcoming season, with an array of events to look forward to.

Tom MacSweeney Retires from RTE

The Officers and members of MBSC wish to extend their warmest wishes to Tom MacSweeney, our long time member and friend, who retired from RTÉ on Tuesday November 10th.

Tom is a man of many firsts – first RTÉ Regional Correspondent, first RTÉ Marine Correspondent and first Class Captain of the MBSC Cruising Class, a class which he strove to form and which has gone from strength to strength since its inception.

Known in all harbours of Ireland from Killybegs to Kilmore Quay, Crookhaven to Carrickfergus, Tom will still be heard on his popular "Seascapes" programme, which he will present until Christmas. We are sure a man of Tom's talent will still be reporting in print and on air on all things maritime, and we wish Tom and Kathleen every success and fair winds in the future.

VHF DSC Course

Sailcork will run a VHF/DSC course in the Club House on Sat afternoon Dec 5th, at 14:00. A registered examiner will attend at-18:00hrs for exam. The fee is €199 for the course and exam.

Safety Briefing - Tues 17th November

In MBSC Club House given by Port of Cork Harbour Pilots. Tuesday 17th November, 20:00Hrs.

All Sailors and crews from both Cruisers and Dinghys are strongly advised to attend this important briefing. OODs and Rescue Drivers and crews should also attend.

Laying Up Supper - Sat 7th November

The Annual MBSC Laying Up Supper takes place in the Carrigaline Court hotel on Saturday 7th October at 8.00pm.

Adults €45 / Juniors (Over 16) €35. Bus to/from venue €5.

Notice to Members

It is with deep regret that we have to inform members of the untimely death on Friday 23rd October of one of our esteemed past Commodores and current Director of the Club – Mr Michael Bowen. Our deepest sympathies go to Mamie and her family at this sad time. May he rest in peace.

Class 2 October League - Final 2 Races

The final two races of the Class 2 October League were scheduled for Sat 24th. As a mark of respect to the late Michael Bowen, this racing was cancelled. So overall results are as per the end of race 6. Click here for results.

Congratulations to the overall winners: Jack Stoat and Michael Bruton of Cove Sailing Club.

The prizegiving for the Class 2 October league will take place at the MBSC Junior Christmas Party. This will be held sometime during the 2 weeks before Christmas. Check back later for details.

RCYC Laser Frostbites

For any interested Laser sailors, the RCYC Laser Frostbites begins Sunday, November 1st, and the series will run for 4 Sundays.

First Gun will be at 12:00 and there will be 3 races per day. The 5th weekend in November (28th + 29th) is reserved for the "Baltimore Icicle". This is a 6 race series which takes place in Baltimore Sailing Club.

505 Irish Nationals & British Isles Championships

The 505 Irish Nationals & British Isles Championships were hosted by MBSC over the weekend of Sat 24th to Mon 26th October. Saturday's races were cancelled due to strong winds. Five races were then held on Sunday and Monday. The event winners were as follows:

(1) Ewen Barry & Charles Dwyer

(2) Harry & Simon Briddon

(3) Alex Barry & Adam Kenny

Click here for full results. Click here for photos. Click here for full report.

Optimist News - 23rd October 2009

Oppie coaching will NOT go ahead this Sunday as strong winds are forecast - so that wraps up the 2009 season.

Many thanks to everyone who helped in running the sessions to date, in particular to Caitlin Cuppage who did a tremendous job coaching the kids on Sundays and who also provided us with a crash boat.

It is our intention to put together a program for the Spring of 2010 catering for both the younger and more experienced Oppie sailors. Details to follow in due course. Lorna Hyde will continue to oversee the more experienced Oppie group, while Bryan Hassett has kindly agreed (with a little gentle persuasion) to oversee the younger Oppie group from now on.

Oppies are super boats in which to learn sailing skills and promote solo sailing under safe conditions. Our older group proved very competitive in both the September and October leagues and one seems to be in an overall leading position - testimony to the fine job carried out by Jack Crotty in coaching the more experienced group. Class racing is exciting and we would encourage those of you who have still got Oppies to do your best to persuade your kids to join in again in the Spring. The cut off age is 14 years. We promise to make it a much fun as possible, for all ages.

If there is anyone you think may be interested in joining the group, please give them Lorna's email address. Let's build a strong fleet; these kids are the future of our club!

Class 1 October League - 24th Oct

The 5o5 Irish Nationals and British Isles Championships take place this weekend (24th-26th). So Class 1 racing is postponed to the last weekend of October. The 2 final races of the 2009 Class 1 October League will be run on Saturday 31st of October. Click here for Class 1 results.

Class 2 October League - 17th Oct

After today's racing the series is being led by an RS Feva from CSC sailed by Jack Stoat & Michael Bruton. Martha Fehilly (MBSC) is second in an Optimist. Rob O Leary (MBSC) is third overall in a Pico. Click here for results.

Class 1 October League - 10th Oct

Race 2 was postponed until next week due to a lack of breeze. OD Ciaran McSweeney waited 1 hour for the breeze to fill in, until deciding to postpone. Both races 2 & 3 will now take place on Saturday 17th October 2009. Click here for results.

Class 2 October League - 10th Oct

Races 3 & 4 of the MBSC Class 2 October League were held today. There were 24 boats on the water.

OD Alan Fehilly brought the fleet to Ringaskiddy and had to be patient to wait for breeze. Both races were sailed in a shifty 8 knots.

The series is being led by an RS Feva from CSC sailed by Jack Stoat & Michael Bruton. Martha Fehilly (MBSC) is second in an Optimist. Luke Fehilly (MBSC) is third overall in another Optimist. Click here for results.

Enjoyable & informative Navigation Evening

A great attendance on Tuesday Oct. 6th for an Informative Navigation Evening with Eddie English, with 10 cruiser class boats represented.

Eddie shared his wealth of knowledge on all aspects of navigation, including some novel and very accessible means of passage planning. The internet has certainly enhanced the breadth and speed of demonstrations such as these and Eddie delivered a huge range of weather tips, planning tools, and chart and mapping platforms with great ease.

Congrats to Eddie on 35 years as a professional sail, power and nav instructor, and check out www.sailcork.com for many of the tools and websites that Eddie demonstrated.

As Eddie gave his time for free, the €5 nominal charge for attendance raised €120 for the RNLI. Many thanks to all who attended this most enjoyable evening!

MBSC Triumphs Against All Comers

Last Saturday (Oct. 3rd), the RCYC was host to the first INTER CLUB INVITATIONAL EVENT.

Overall victory went to the MBSC team of Colin Barry, Peter O'Donovan, John Crotty and Michael O'Brien (pictured here). Second place went to the Royal Irish YC, and third place to Kinsale YC.

The event consisted of 4 races over 1 day. It was kindly sponsored by the Port of Cork and was sailed aboard the ISA J80 fleet.

The eight clubs invited to participate were: Royal Irish YC Dun Laoghaire, National Yacht Club Dun Laoghaire, Baltimore Sailing Club, Waterford Harbour Sailing Club, Kinsale Yacht Club, Monkstown Bay SC, Royal Cork YC and RCYC Mixed.

Class 2 October League Oct 3rd

Continued enthusiasm for Saturday Class 2 racing. The first race day of the October League saw 22 boats and 34 sailors on the water! Click here for results.

October League Notes

The October League begins on Saturday 3rd October..

MBSC Honours Club Stalwart at Inaugural Goldie Cronin 'Alta to Starboard to Finish' Trophy Event

MBSC paid tribute on Saturday, Sept. 26, to a stalwart of the club, with the biggest turn-out of Cruisers for the season. Sixteen boats took part in a special event, while at the same time over 30 dinghies competed in the club’s September League. 

The event honoured ‘Goldie’ Cronin, who served for many years as Race Officer for the Vagabond dinghy fleet, which was formerly a mainstay of the club.

‘Goldie’, now in her 80s, also acted as Race Officer for the Cruisers when that fleet was formed in Monkstown. One of her particular rules was that the class should finish all races, leaving the Alta race mark to Starboard, as they turned to head for the finish line off the Sand Quay. This ‘rule’ provided an opportunity for spectators to see the fleet and created a lot of interest in the village.

Keeping their plans secret from ‘Goldie’, the Cruiser class had a special trophy designed, a replica of the old Alta race mark.

At the inaugural event on Saturday, where ‘Goldie’ was again Race Officer, with Alan Fleury assisting, the trophy was awarded to husband-and-wife team Niamh and Peter Welland.

‘Goldie’ was totally surprised by the tribute to her. Club Commodore, Finian O’Driscoll and Cruiser Class Captain, Brian Kelleher presented her with a specially-framed photograph of herself and her late husband, Jim, taken while they sailed a Vagabond at Alta in the 1970s.

“Goldie is an example of the best kind of person which clubs need. We are very grateful for her long-service to Monkstown and her commitment to sailing,” the Commodore said.

Read Tom MacSweeney's full article about this event.  Click here for photos.

Navigation Evening with Eddie English (Tues 6th Oct.)

Eddie English will visit MBSC on Tuesday October 6th at 19.45hrs, for an informative evening on navigation techniques. Eddie will cover traditional and modern navigation methods, will advise on safety and back-up aspects of passage making and planning, and will relate some stories from his trips and races around the world.

This is intended to be an informal and fun couple of hours. We will use the Founders Room for comfort and the bar will open for tasty beverages after the session. The nominal €5 entry fee will go to the RNLI. All welcome.

Colin & Ewen Barry and Andrew Moynihan Win National 18 Irish Championship

The National 18 Irish Championships took place the weekend of Sept. 19th and20th, organised by Cork National 18 Class and RCYC. The event was sailed off Cuskinny in strong tides and with a shifting breeze.

Colin Barry, Ewen Barry and Andrew Moynihan (MBSC) won the event overall in Happy Days.

Class 2 - September League - Magnificent Turnout

There was a magnificent turnout for this series, with 28 dinghies and almost 50 sailors on the water for some races! Even the sun came out most days.

There were 3/4 races each week, and 12 races sailed in all.

Click here for photos of the Class 2 September League racing.

Ewen Barry to Represent 5o5 Class in ISA All Ireland Sailing Championship

Ewen Barry has been selected as the 5o5 representative to compete in the 2009 ISA All Ireland Sailing Championships. Alex and Paddy Good are sailing with him.

This is Ireland's premier national invitational sailing event and will see the best of Irish sailors compete to be crowned the ISA All Ireland Sailing Champion 2009.

The event takes place in the RCYC on 25th, 26th & 27th Sept. Competitors race in the ISA SailFleet J80 keelboats. Ewen and crew have been drawn in the first flight to sail on the Friday afternoon (25th). Do us proud guys!!

Class 2 - Enthusiasm Continues for September League Races (19th Sept)

Another great turnout on Sat 19th. 21 dinghies and almost 40 sailors on the water!! 4 races were sailed in gusty westerlies. 11 races have been sailed so far.

The final races of the league are next weekend ( Sat 26th). Kevin Murray is OD for the day. A good turnout is expected. Overall prizegiving will be held after sailing at the BBQ in the club (17:30).

Click here for results. Click here for photos.

Class 2 - Another Fantastic Turnout Last Saturday (12th Sept)

Another fantastic turnout on Sat 12th. 28 dinghies and almost 50 sailors on the water once again!! 3 races were sailed. Conditions were much lighter this week and the overall standings have changed.

Racing continues Saturday 19th - Ian Hayes is the OD for the day. Hope to see you all there. And don't forget the BBQ and results ceremony afterwards in the club (17.30). Any questions contact Ronan Kenneally (086 3115930) or Kevin Murray (087 2547776).

Class 1 - September League

One more September League race to go - Sat 26th Sept. First Gun 14:30. Boat starts in the bay. So please give yourself time to get out to the start area in time for the Warning Signal. BBQ in the clubhouse after racing at 17:30.

Cruiser Racing for September

Racing on Sat 19th for Phoenix Flyer Trophy. FG at 14:00; VHF 8. BBQ in Club afterwards at 18:00. Trophy race on Sat 16th, with BBQ afterwards. Briefing 13:00. First gun 14:00.

Class 2 - Instructor On Hand for Racing This Sat. (12th)

An instructor has been arranged for Saturday's Class 2 racing. They will be on hand during the day to help the sailors improve. If you have children sailing, please let them know that the instructor is there to help them and they should feel free to ask any questions they have on the water.

To cover the cost of the instructor, a charge of €5 per boat is being requested. Ann O Brien will collect the money on Saturday.

Class 2 - Fantastic Turnout for First September League Races (Sat 5th)

What a great turnout last Saturday - 28 dinghies and almost 50 sailors on the water !!! 16 Picos, 6 Oppies, 3 Laser 4.7s, 1 Mirror, 1 420 and 1 Topper. Click here for results.

Thanks to all the sailors who participated. And thanks to all parents and club members on the quay, on the water, and in the Club who helped to make the event such a success.

FORECAST for next Saturday (12th) is GOOD, so please encourage other sailors to take part. It would also be great if all sailors and parents could attend the BBQ and results ceremony at 17:30 in the Club.  

Note that only two separate starts are possible. So Laser 4.7s, Picos, and the like will start together. But classes will be separated out for results purposes.

Your OD on Sat. 12th is Alan Fehily. Ian Hayes is Assistant OD. They will need help at 2.30 to register everyone and make sure every boat has a sail number. Volunteers also needed for committee boat to start and finish the fleets and also for rescue boats. Anyone interested in volunteering please contact Ronan Kenneally (086 3115930) or Kevin Murray (087 2547776).

Sail Numbers

All boats competing in MBSC events should have proper sail numbers attached to both sides of their sail.

If you plan to compete in regional or national events, the correct numbers are required on the sail in order for you to compete. For MBSC club racing, the OD will usually be satisfied with any sail number, providing there is no other competitor using that number.

Click here for further details.

September League - Class 1 - Normal League Racing Resumes Sept 12th

Normal Class 1 September League Racing begins on Saturday (12th Sept). First Gun 14:30.

Ciaran McSweeney is the OD and will he will be running a boat start in the bay. Please give yourself time to get out to the start area in time for the Warning Signal.

There will be a BBQ in the clubhouse after racing at 17:30.

Further races on 19th and 26th Sept.

Optimist Plans for September

Provided you haven't all decided to run for  a sunnier climate, the Optimist Fleet have plans to get the kids back on the water in September. Click here for details.

RACING
 MBSC September League races will include a separate race for Optimists in Class 2. This is aimed at the more experienced Optimist sailors -  i.e. those that are competent at sailing alone and have completed some level with ISA. An instructor will accompany them at the starting line and around the course, equipping them with the skills needed to race in safety.

BEGINNERS
For those kids that started Optimist training  this Summer, we will run 4 sessions on Sunday mornings at 10.30am for the month of September. 

Cruiser Plans for September

The Ballinacurra Cup is on this Saturday 5th September. First gun at 2.30pm.  Briefing at 1.30pm on the Sandquay. Finishing in East Ferry. Click here for photos of Ballinacurra Cup (Sat 5th Sept).

Saturday 12th September. The Scribbler Trophy is on to Kinsale. Prize giving in Kinsale Yacht Club. Nine boats entered and 35 for dinner. F.G.12:00.

Sunday 13th September. Kinsale to Monkstown for the Arethusa Trophy with prize giving in the club on Sunday evening.

September League - Class 1 - Starts Saturday 5th Sept

The next Class 1 racing will take place on 5th September with the Ballinacurra Cup (click here for details).

Normal Club Racing will resume for Saturday 12th, 19th, and 26th of September. Keep an eye on the club website for more info. Any questions, just give me a call.

Thanks. Ronan Kenneally, MBSC Sailing Secretary, 086 311593.

September League - Class 2 - Starts Saturday 5th Sept

The Class 2 September League will take place over the 4 Saturdays of September. There will be 4 races each week, with 3 to count. Separate starts for Oppies and for Picos/Laser 4.7s/Mirrors etc.

Any questions contact Ronan Kennealy at  mbscsailing@gmail.com or 086 3115930.

Calling All Cruisers - Guy Perrem Trophy - Sat, 29th August

Guy Perrem Trophy being raced for on Saturday August 29th. Good forecast.

     –  Briefing 13:30  –  First Gun 14:30  –  VHF8 from 13:30  –  Jelly Baby on go.

BBQ and awards in Club 18:00. Bring Tapas. Let's go Sailing !!

This Sunday (Aug 23rd) – Annual MBSC Bosun Trophy for Dinghies

First Gun is at 14:00 and there will be a boat start in the Bay. The race is ALL IN so both Class 1 and Class 2 will share the same start sequence. All competitors must sign in at the Club Hut before participating. Prizes are as follows:

    1st – Bosun Trophy & Club Rugby Shirt
    2nd – MBSC Club Polo Shirt
    3rd – MBSC Club Polo Shirt.
    1st Junior – Club Hoodie

There will also be top 3 prizes for any class with more than 5 starters.

Club Hoodies

Buy your club clothing now. Click here for full details.

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Cobh Regatta - August 15th/16th

Dinghy Racing is on Saturday 15th August with FG at 14:00 (view NOR). Cruiser Racing is on Sunday 16th August with FG at 14:00 (view NOR).

Start at the Cobh line (roughly located between the Naval Base and Commodore Hotel).

Class 2 dinghies especially should make sure they allow enough time to get from the sandquay to the Cobh line (especially if it is light airs!!). Also - if you are unsure about the CSC race signals or start line - ASK THE COMMITTEE or another MBSC boat. They will be happy to help.

Click here for results.

August League News

Tuesday's racing was cancelled due to excessive winds so the first race of the August League is on Thursday 6th August. Hope to see as many there as possible.

Sailing Course 2009 Photos

Click here to view photographs of the MBSC Sailing Course 2009.

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National 18 2009 European Championship

Run in Portland from Mon 3rd Aug to Fri 7th Aug. MBSC crews competed as follows:

   • Happy Days – Colin Barry, Dickie Mac, Dan O Connell
   • Ball n chain – David O'Connell, Kevin Horan, Shane O'Connell
   • 3 Blind Mice – Bryan Hassett, Fred Cudmore, Sandy Rimmington
   • Muchadoo – Peter O Donovan, Robbie O Sullivan, Colm O Connell

Congrats to all for 2nd, 4th, 6th, and 8th placings respectively.

Click here for results.    Click here for race report.

Class 1 July League - Overall Results   

Congratulations to Colin Barry and Ronan Kenneally on winning the the MBSC Class 1 July League 2009 in a 505.

Overall positions were as follows:

    1) Colin Barry and Ronan Kenneally (505)
    2) Judy Moynihan and Therese Loseberg (Laser 2)
    3) John Wallace and Michelle Hughes (Albacore)

Click here for results

Popular Demand Sees Return of Tuesday Racing in August for Class 1

Due to popular demand, racing on Tuesday nights will be returning in August for Class 1 sailors. FG will be at 19:00 as usual. The overall Class 1 league for August will include:

   1)   Tuesday night race results
   2)   Thursday night race results
   3)   The Bosun Trophy results (August's club day on the 23rd).

Class 2 July League - Overall Results   

After 4 weeks and 15 races, the final top 3 places are as follows:

   1)  Hannah Hayes & Orla Higgins (Pico)
   2)  Shane O'Halloran & Louise Kenneally (Pico)
   3)  Fiachra Kelleher (Laser 4.7)

Click here for full results.

Class 1 July League - Thurs 23rd July

Colin Barry and Ronan Kenneally still leading the July League with 4 seconds and a first. Final race is this Thursday (30th). There will be a boat start, so please try to be on the water in time.

Class 1 July League - Thurs 16th July

Last Thursday's racing was held in light conditions. OD Ciaran McSweeney set a sausage, triangle, sausage course between Cooleen, Outer Nav and Tower.

Colin Barry and Ronan Kenneally in a 505 still lead the league overall with 3 seconds and a first. Davy O'Connell, Shane O'Connell, and Kevin Horan are 2nd in a National 18.

Thanks as usual to Sandy Rimmington (recue co-ordinator) and Charles McCarthy & crew in the rescue boat. Also thanks to Peter Scannell (AOD).

Class 2 July Grand Prix Sailing - Starting 2nd July

A new format is in place for Class 2 racing this July. Up to 4 short races will be run each Thursday night with results and novelty prizes being presented in the clubhouse after racing.

Racing is planned to last for no more than 1 hour. Starts will take place at the Disabled Slip. All boats must have sail numbers to participate, and these will be available at the briefing on Thursday night. A briefing will take place at the Club Hut on the Sandquay on Thurs 2nd July at 18:30.

Hugh O'Reilly and Coughlan Trophies

Sun and 15+ knots provided quality sailing conditions today in Monkstown Bay.

After negotiating around many capsized boats, Ewen Barry and Charles Dwyer won the dinghy Trophy, first presented in 1976 by Ned Coughlan, owner of "the shop" in Monkstown Village.

Michael Coughlan and his crew won the cruiser trophy donated to the club by Nuala O'Reilly. The compass binnacle was owned by Nuala's late father Hugh, whom the trophy is named after.

Thanks to all who assisted with rescue, race organisation, and BBQ. Special thanks to Nuala O Reilly who provided the prizes (including signed copies of the book "Seascapes" by Tom MacSweeney).

Amendment to Sailing Instructions

Due to the confined nature of the club's racing area, any boat racing under the flag of MBSC must be crewed by a minimum of TWO competent persons. The only exception is single handed dinghies, e.g. Lasers.

Also, prior to the first gun the race officer will inform the fleet of any expected movement of commercial traffic in the vicinity of the race course for the expected duration of the race.

Click here for full details.