The Mercury Joe Logan Trophy was up for grabs Sunday, October 19th. Joe was a long time Mercury owner/competitor, and this Trophy is in honor of him. The regatta was held by the St. Francis Yacht Club, and they hosted a terrific awards ceremony immediately after. The competition was held off the Race Deck at the Club.
Initially the weather was overcast with 5-7 knots of wind and minimal seas, great sailing weather. John Ravizza and son Mike showed their typical speed and good tactics, by winning the first race. A quick sausage with the wind and tide being minimal influences on the outcome. After a general recall, the second race proved very similar, with John Hansen taking first place. A general recall on the third race delayed its start all the while the weather was building, up to about 15 knots of wind and 3-4 foot seas. John Ravizza and Chris Davis were U-flagged and unfortunately for both, they didn’t realize it until part way up the course, taking John out of the mix to win the regatta. Halfway up the first leg Scott Jenson and new crew Pete Peterson heard a crack and down came the mast! A tough break for Scott as he was in 3rd at the time. Chris Lanzafame and crew Robert Lanzafame prevailed in the tough conditions. Considering one boat retired voluntarily and one was dismasted because of the seas and wind, the Race Committed wisely concluded the regatta with just 3 races instead of the planned 5.
Congratulations to John Hansen and crew Ken Bodily for very consistent sailing, taking a 2nd, 1st and 2nd in the 3 races. A big thank you to the St. Francis, Regatta Chair Brendan Bradley, Race Director Felix Weidling and Course Race Officer Tony Chargin.
