FELIZ CUMPLEANOS, MR CHAIRMAN

We don't normally publish birthday greetings on the CCB -- in fact this is the first time.

It seems appropriate today for a number of reasons. First and foremost, the birthday boy is our esteemed Chairman. Second, it's in keeping with the festive season. Third, there's precious little to blog this time of the year when most everyone connected with the Cup is enjoying a well-deserved break. Finally, it must be a lousy day to have a birthday -- not only is it the day after Christmas, but my Palm says it's also Hannukah, Kwanzaa and Boxing Day. One's special day could easily get lost in the holiday clutter.

George, on behalf of all of us on the CC and otherwise connected with Challengers for the 32nd AC, thanks for your thoughtful, diligent and even-handed leadership this year, and best wishes for a very Happy Birthday.



Sheri and George Clyde, home for the holidays in Berkeley, CA this time last year.



Sheri and George at Christmas this year, after less than a year of George chairing the CC. We knew the job was hard on the family, but yikes! No wonder he is stepping down in March.