2016 GP14 National Championships Event Page
The event may have finished but long may the memories live on. If they don’t you can read all about the 2016 GP14 National Championships at Pwllheli 
Sailing Club, part of the Craftinsure Super 6 Series below!
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- 2016 GP14 Nationals Entry List
- Race and Rum Punch Reports (including Naff Awards!
- Results
- Prizes and Race Sponsors
Social Sponsors
Race and Rum Punch Reports (including Naff Awards!)
- Day 1 (Sunday) report
- Day 2 (Monday) report
- Day 3 (Tuesday) report
- Day 4 (Thursday) report
- Day 5 (Friday) report
- The Rum Punch Reports
Results
- Day 1 (Sunday) Results
- Day 2 results
- Day 3 (Tuesday) Results
- Nationals Go Karting
- Day 4 (Thursday) Results
- Final Results GP14 National Championships
Prizes and Race Sponsors
We are always grateful to our Race Sponsors for their support of Championship events. Below you will find the daily prize list (including what is up for grabs) and sponsor details.
Day 1 (Sunday)
English Braids and SP Boats sponsoring Race 1.
| POSITION | WINNER | PRIZE |
| 1ST GOLD | Shane MacCarthy & Andy Thompson | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1st SILVER | Frank Nickless & Ben Pickering | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1ST BRONZE | Peter and Stephen Boyle | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1st LADY HELM | Helen Allen | WINE X 1 |
| 1ST ALL YOUTH BOAT | Ben Swainson and Poppy James | WINE X 2 |
| SAME FAMILY | Mike & Liz Senior | WINE X 2 |
Day 2 (Monday)
Zhik Sponsoring Race 2
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champions around the world. Fast wet gear products including the revolutionary T2 harness for trapeze sailors, PowerPads for hiking sailors, Superwarm Wetsuits, Microfleece, Hybrid gear and high tech footwear. Gear for dinghy sailing, yachting, paddling, SUP boarding and kite board racing, join the growing league of athletes who are embracing brilliantly waterproof breathable & durable gear in events such as the America’s Cup, Vendée Globe & Sydney to Hobart. Shop direct with Zhik online or find a retailer near you for high performance wetsuits, thermals and much more.
Tristan Hutt: Tristan@zhik.com
| POSITION | WINNER | CLUB | PRIZE |
| 1ST GOLD | Alan Blay & David Johnston | Sutton DC | GLOVES/ WOOL HAT |
| 2nd GOLD | Shane MacCarthy & Andy Thompson | Greystones SC | 2 X GLOVES |
| 3RD GOLD | Mike & Liz Senior | South Staffs SC |
1 DOYLE BAG LARGE SPANDEX |
| 1ST SILVER | Lewis Coppinger & Meg Hicklin | South Staffs SC | 2 X GREY ZHIK POLOS |
| 2ND SILVER | Paul & Tom Simes | Cardiff Bay SC | 2 X VISAS |
| 3RD SILVER | Richard Ham & Vicki Ford | Tollesbury SC/ South Staffs SC | 2 X VISAS |
| 1ST BRONZE | Peter & Stephen Boyle | Sutton SC | 2 EXE SAIL BAGS |
| 2ND BRONZE | Ciaron & Tim Jones | Holyhead SC | 2 VISAS |
| 3RD BRONZE | Jacob Murray & Richard Abendstern | Toddbrook SC | 2 VISAS |
Typhoon Covers sponsoring Race 3
Typhoon Covers manufacture and supply a range of textile based products for the boat enthusiast. Run by sailing enthusiasts. We’ve been making covers since 1985 so understand the needs of sailors and what they are looking for. We use only quality materials. Our top covers are made from 450gsm PVC Polyester, not to be confused with the cheap imports which may shrink. It is tough, UV treated, long lasting and waterproof with no shrinkage. All necessary fastenings, including webbing under hull straps and nylon quick release buckles, are supplied.
John Siggers: sales@typhooncovers.com
| POSITION | WINNER | CLUB | PRIZE |
| 1ST GOLD | Shane MacCarthy and Andy Thompson | Greystones SC | MAST COVER |
| 1ST SILVER | Frank Nickless and Ben Pickering | Chase SC/Dovey SC | MAST COVER |
| 1ST BRONZE | Andy Wadsworth and Andy Shrimpton | Welsh Harp SC | BOAT COVER |
Day 3 (Tuesday)
SP Boats sponsoring Races 4 and 5
With eighteen years’ experience in the marine trade, Steve Parker can offer the most extensive knowledge of sailing dinghy under one roof. We have built boats such as GP14s, Solos, Enterprises, Albacores, Miracle, Mirror, Streakers, Hornets, etc. We have also fitted out countless boats from the most basic to the most technical such as Flying 15s, Merlin’s, Fireballs, International 14s, Phantoms, etc. With this wealth of knowledge we can sort any of your sailing needs. Steve Parker Boats offer a full range of Dinghy Covers for quick no fuss delivery, we manufacture in house flat, overboom and under covers, we can also make custom made boat covers.
Steve Parker: info@spboats.co.uk
Race 4
| POSITION | WINNER | CLUB | PRIZE |
| 1ST GOLD | Mike and Liz Senior | South Staffs SC | WINE X 2 |
| 2nd GOLD | Sam Watson and Andy Hunter | Nantwich SC | WINE X 2 |
| 1ST SILVER | Richard Ham and Vicky Ford | Tollesbury SC/South Staffs SC | WINE X 2 |
| 2ND SILVER | Frank Nickless and Ben Pickering | Chase SC/Dovey SC | WINE X 2 |
| 1ST BRONZE | Ciaron and Tim Jones | Holyhead SC | WINE X 2 |
| 2ND BRONZE | Helen Allen and Maciej Malyjaszczuk | Welsh Harp SC | WINE X 2 |
Race 5
| POSITION | WINNER | CLUB | PRIZE |
| 1ST YOUTH HELM | Peter Boyle | Sutton DC | DRINKS X 2 |
| 1ST ALL YOUTH BOAT | Jacob Murray and Richard Abenstern | Todbrook SC | DRINKS X 2 |
| 1ST LADY HELM | Helen Allen | Welsh Harp | WINE X 2 |
| 1ST SAME FAMILY | Mike and Liz Senior | South Staffs SC | WINE X 2 |
| 1ST COMBINED UNDER 45 YRS | Fergus Barnham and Ellie Devereux | Northampton SC/Budworth SC | WINE X 2 |
| 1ST OVER 45 HELM AND CREW | Ian Willis and Keith Dutton | South Staffs SC | WINE X 2 |
Day 4 (Thursday)
English Braids sponsoring Races 6 and 7
English Braids is a UK based privately owned, manufacturer of ropes, cords and Braids. Production capabilities range from 0.5mm through to 80mm in diameter in a variety of constructions.
English Braids has developed lines that are individually designed to meet the precision required to sail dinghies at the top level, each with a specific purpose and role. English Braids is the choice of many of the UK dinghy designs where priority has been placed on quality and longevity. English Braids is highly active in the event circuit ensuring that feedback is achieved at grass roots, while our sponsorships allow professional input into the product range and direction.
Justin Jones: justin.jones@englishbraids.com
RACE 6
| POSITION | WINNER | CLUB | PRIZE |
| 1ST GOLD | Mike & Liz Senior | South Staffs Sailing Club | SPLICING TOOL |
| 2nd GOLD | Shane MacCarthy & Andy Thompson | Greystones SC | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1ST SILVER | Richard Ham & Vicki Ford | Tollesbury SC/South Staffs Sailing Club | SPLICING TOOL |
| 2ND SILVER | Paul & Tom Simes | Cardiff Bay SC | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1ST BRONZE | Ciaron & Tim Jones | Holyhead Dinghy Club | SPLICING TOOL |
| 2ND BRONZE | John & Catherine Toone | Chelmarsh SC | SPLICING TOOL |
RACE 7
| POSITION | WINNER | CLUB | PRIZE |
| 1ST ALL YOUTH BOAT | Ben Swainson & Poppy Jones | Southport SC | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1ST LADY HELM | Ann Penny | Derwent Res SC | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1ST SAME FAMILY | Mike & Liz Senior | South Staffs Sailing Club | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1ST YOUTH HELM | Ben Swainson | Southport SC | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1ST COMBINED AGE UNDER 45 YRS | Lewis Coppinger & Meg Hicklin | South Staffs Sailing Club | SPLICING TOOL |
| 1ST OVER 45 HELM AND CREW | Ian Willis & Keith Dutton | South Staffs Sailing Club | SPLICING TOOL |
Day 5 (Friday) – Overall Prizes
Special Trophies
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Trophy
|
Awarded to these who are Highest Placed Overall |
Awarded To
|
| The Banner-Mendus Memorial Trophy | Helm and Crew who are both over 45 years of age on 1st January in the year of the Championship | Ian Willis & Keith Dutton – South Staffs Sailing Club |
| The Castanet Junior Trophy | Junior Helm who will not achieve his/her 19th birthday by 31st December in the year of the Championship | Nick Devereux – Budworth Sailing Club |
| The Gwen Davies Trophy | Female Crew | Liz Senior – South Staffs Sailing Club |
| The Hamble Trophy | Boat Helmed and Crewed by members of the same family | Mike and Liz Senior – South Staffs Sailing Club |
| All Youth Boat | Jacob Murray & Richard Abendstern – Toddbrook Sailing Club | |
| Youngest Competitor | Joel James – Southport Sailing Club | |
|
The Small Craft Trophy
|
Female Helm | Hellen Allen – Welsh Harp Sailing Club |
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The Yachts & Yachting Trophy
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Helm and Crew whose combined ages do not exceed 45 in the year of the Championship | Fergus Barnham & Ellie Devereux – Northampton Sailing Club/Budworth Sailing Club |
|
Team Trophy The Sandgrounder Cup |
The Club Team Trophy, the highest placed Gold, Silver and Bronze fleet boat from the same club. | South Staffs Sailing Club |
Individual Races 2016
| Trophy | For | Awarded To |
|
The Dovey Trophy
|
Winner, Race 1 Winning Crew, Race 1 |
Shane MacCarthy & Andy Thompson – Greystones SC |
| The Windermere Trophy | Winner, Race 2 | Shane MacCarthy & Andy Thompson- Greystones Sailing Club |
| The New Quay Trophy | Winner, Race 3 + crew | Alan Blay & David Johnston – Sutton Dinghy Club |
|
The Holyhead Trophy Colin Lyons Crew’s Trophy |
Winner, Race 4+ crew |
Mike Senior Liz Senior – South Staffs Sailing Club |
| The Marlow Trophy | Winner, Race 5+ crew | Shane MacCarthy & Andy Thompson |
| The NW Sailboat Trophy | Winner, Race 6 + crew | Mike & Liz Senior – South Staffs Sailing Club |
| Winner, Race 7 + crew | Mike & Liz Senior – South Staffs Sailing Club | |
| Winner, Race 8 + crew | Shane MacCarthy & Andy Thompson – Greystones SC | |
| Winner, Race 9 + crew | Shane MacCarthy & Andy Thompson- Greystones SC |
Overall Prizes 2016
1. Bronze Fleet
| Trophy | For | Awarded To |
| 3rd overall | Helen Allen & Maciej Malyaszczuk – Welsh Harp Sailing Club | |
| 2nd overall | Jacob Murray & Richard Adendstern – Toddbrook Sailing Club | |
| The Nauticus Trophy | Bronze Fleet winner | Ciaron & Tim Jones – Holyhead DC |
2. Silver Fleet
| Trophy | For | Awarded To |
| 3rd overall | Richard Ham & Vicki Ford – Tollesbury SC/South Staffs SC | |
| 2nd overall | Paul & Tom Simes – Cardiff Bay SC | |
| The Sussex & Berkshire Trophy | Silver Fleet winner | Frank Nickless & Ben Pickering – Chase SC |
3. Championship
| Trophy | For | Awarded To |
| The Llandudno Town Trophy | 6th place | Andrew Clewer & Mark Taylor – Poole YC |
|
The Llandudno Trophy
|
5th place | Sam Watson & Andy Hunter – Nantwich & Border SC |
| The City of Plymouth Trophy | 4th place | Ian Willis & Keith Dutton – South Staffs SC |
| The GP Association Trophy | 3rd place | Fergus Barnham & Ellie Devereux – Northampton SC/Budworth |
| The Martini Trophy | 2nd place | Mike & Liz Senior – South Staffs Sailing Club |
| The Bowman Trophy | Leading Crew | Andy Thompson |
| The Bell Trophy | Champion | Shane MacCarthy – Greystones SC |