In recognition of his initiative in starting and establishing the Association in 1998, beginning with simple letters in the yachting press, and his efforts and diligence in growing the membership and acting as the first membership secretary, treasurer and newsletter editor.

The pictures show Tim Sharman presenting the trophy to John at his home in Somerset on the day before the 2017 AGM

In recognition of his creating the first website for the benefit of owners of Hurley boats, with a comprehensive archive of information on Hurley Marine and all classes of boat and for linking with and supporting the emergent Association.

In recognition of his strong contribution to the growth of the Association in its early years especially for compilation of archive information, helping owners establish the sail number and provenance of their boats, establishing and moderating the internet forum and acting as area representative for Scotland.

In recognition of many years commitment to the Association; for making his extensive knowledge of technical issues and boating in general freely available to members; for service on the Committee as Vice Chairman and newsletter editor; for his joint authorship of A History of Hurley Marine; for his ongoing management of the Association’s social media.

THE DESIGNER'S ROSEBOWL was awarded at the 2017 AGM for the first time in a number of years to David and Justine Edwards for their amazing restoration of Hurley 18 Womble