This year the XXII IRF World Championships return to the United States of America. In
1996, the 8th edition was held in Phoenix, Arizona; at the beautiful City Square Club & Hotel
complex. Host venues in between were in Latin America, Asia, and Europe.
This August (23-31) the Championship will be held at the Thousand Oaks Family YMCA
in San Antonio, Texas; a five-court complex. We encourage all of you to attend the
festivities, which include singles, doubles, and mixed doubles in individual and team play.
It is a qualifier for the World Games in Chengdu, China next summer. Also included
on the program are Challenger Singles & Doubles, which enable non-team players to
experience tournament play and be an integral part of the fundraising efforts.
The budget for Worlds is substantial, and USA Racquetball and the LOC appreciate all
assistance coming their way. Look for the Legend Doubles, which will be played mid-week,
consisting of 16 ex-professionals.
Welcome back to Mike Martinez and Pro Kennex, who now have joined Gearbox as an Official
World Championship sponsor for the IRF. Gearbox is the Official Racquetball and Pro Kennex is
the Official Racquet. The PANAM SPORTS Channel, IRF You Tube, and IRF Facebook Networks
will provide the streaming machinery.
In 1996, I had the opportunity to team with the late Jim Turner at the microphone. This year
I look forward to sharing duties with my partner in crime Gustavo Farell on a daily basis for
the broadcasts. Other partners included the likes of the Scotts’, Tim, Ollie, and Dan. From
Dun A Ri to Anyang, from Santo Domingo to San Luis Potosi; I have had a great run.
Upcoming
August 22 Level 1-3 Officiating Seminar; Thousand Oaks YMCA,
San Antonio. TX. Gustavo Farell
December 7 Level 2-3 Instructor Certification; Centro Deportivo,
Guatemala City, GUA. Gary Mazaroff
Quote of the Month
‘I don’t know the rules; I am just a Good Ref’ Ward Myers
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