| The award is in recognition of HYC's sailing and community related activities during 2008, in which the club hosted a number of national competitions in addition to its comprehensive local racing programme and the sailing achievements of HYC sailors at home and abroad. |
 The Trophy
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| W M Nixon's article in the Irish Independent outlines the factors which contributed to HYC receiving the award. W M Nixon's article in the Irish Independent >> The trophy, which is an ancient ship's wheel, will be presented to HYC in the awards ceremony this Spring. |