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CANADIAN ISA TEAM
2008
CAPTAIN
LOIS McCORMACK
WOMEN'S TEAM
Bell Lynn                  AB
Berg  Erika               ON
Bilton   Myrna           ON
deSwart  Maria          ON
Earle  Glenna            NS   
Hill   Pam                 ON
Kowacz   Durelle       ON
Nobels Madeline       ON
Otmar  Rosemary     ON
Reynen  Marion        ON
Ross Muriel              ON
Rovers   Trudy          ON

MEN'S TEAM
CAPTAIN
STAN McCORMACK
Berg Peter            ON
Bilton   Rendall      ON
Earle  David           NS
Kowacz   Bish       ON
McGregor  Patrick  ON
Nobels Robert        ON
Prime Stanley        AB
Reynen  Frank       ON
Routhier  Bert         AB
Rovers  Bill            ON
Van Dorp  Henry     ON
Williams  Ron        AB

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USA  NATIONAL  SHUFFLEBOARD  TEAM
2008
Ladies Team
Men's Team
Carol Howelleell
   1. Cecile Messier       FLell
   2. Dolores Brown          IN
   3. Wilma Rudolph    TXeell
   4. Dixie Walrath            MI ell
   5. Rosemarie M. ElRite CA ell
   6. Zondra Keusch         FL ell
   7. Shirley Riopelle         MI l
   8. Jan Crouse             WAll
   9. Nancy Tyler           AZell
  11. Liz Backus               CA ll
  10. Mary Stevens           MEl
  12. Judy Kozlowski     NC
CAPTAINeell
CAPTAINeell
       Gail E. Hoskins
   1. Jim Bailey                FLl
   2. John Brown              IN
   3. Dwayne Cross          MIl
   4. Joseph Messier        FL
   5. Red Rudolph           TX ell
   6. Donald De Hart        INll
   7. Dick Elrite                CA
   8. Bob Rinehart            AZ
   9.lCarl Howell             AZ
  10. Dan Smith               OH 
  11. Donald R. Umphries WA
JAPAN NATIONAL  SHUFFLEBOARD  TEAM
2008
Uguisudanicyo Shibuyaku Tokyo
Women's Team
  Yoshico Sato
  Yoshico Suzuki
  Junko Taniguchi
  Reiko Matsuo
  Tamadaira Hinoshi Tokyo
  Minamidaira Hinoshi Tokyo
  Minamisenzoku Otaku Tokyo
  Keiko Sakuta
  Keiko Hyuga
  Kyoko Takahashi
Minamiotuka Toshimaku Tokyo
Karasawa  Minamiku Yokohamashi Kanagawa
Sakashita Itabashiku Tokyo
HigashiKanamachi Katsushikaru Kanagawa
  Sachiyo Takadai
There will be no Men's Japan Team
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MUST I?? SHOULD I??  WILL I OR WON’T I??
We are talking about taking your own Cue to Australia for the 27th INTERNATIONAL SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT!!
Australia advises that they will have Cues available for players needing same. Available in this context means that 4 Cues will be available at each Court. It is expected that when you leave the Court upon finishing your match, you will leave your Cue for the next players coming to the Court.  Seems like a very practical method of supplying Cues. 
We should also tell you that Australia has advised that their Cues have a Continental Head.  In order to be perfectly clear as to what a Continental looks like, we have posted a pic of a Continental Head in the margin.
Many of us “keeners” who are wed to our personal Cue will no doubt wish to take their Cue with them to Australia.  While everyone has “the best method” to transport a Cue on an Aircraft, THE SHUFFLER will offer their solution on this page in the coming days. 
WATCH FOR IT!!  THE SHUFFLER 2008-03-03
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AUSTRALIA BOUND??  HOW BEST TO WRAP THAT CUE!!!
First we should let you know that you will not be able to take them into the passenger section of the plane for obvious reasons.  And we should also let you know that indeed Cues can get broken or lost even when packed.
THE SHUFFLER recommends that you purchase a length of PCV (black or white) pipe equal to the length of your Cue. It is preferable that you have a Cue that reduces in length from the standard 75 inches to something in the order of 38 inches.  PCV pipe with a diameter of one and one half inches works well. (For the very few who may not know, PCV pipe cuts nicely with a normal hand saw.) 
NOW; WATCH THIS: Place the PCV pipe INSIDE of your Cue Carrying Case; place your Cue into the Carrying Case; to protect the head, we recommend you cover it with sponge.  You realize that the sponge will be inside of the Cue Carrying Case and therefore will remain fixed in place.  On check in at the airport have your Cue plastic wrapped. If travelling with another, suggest the two be wrapped together. When we travelled to Brazil, there was no charge for this “wrapping service”.  It is possible that there will now be a charge. The plastic wrapping is exactly what is normally done to protect skis travelling on aircraft.
JIM ALLEN: Re the Inaugural to Holland/Germany: Jim advises that Cues will be provided and since there is limited shuffling, it is recommended that YOU NOT bring your Cue on the INAUGURAL.
Stan McCormack of THE SHUFFLER.  2008-03-05
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THIS MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM CROWDER; PAST PRESIDENT ASA: 

We have a terrific committee and Ian Reiher and his sister Marj have been a terific help in getting us to where we are today.  We are looking forward to keen competition among the Nations.  The Japanese women, always a threat, will have a full team, and we are working on completing the Men's Team for Germany.  The Australian Team too has made great progress and we should experience an interesting 27th ISA Tournament with real competition for the North American Teams!!   

It's a long way to come for a week of shuffleboard, and expensive too, if you just come for a week and go home. We encourage all participants to come for a few weeks or a month and see a bit of Australia whilst here.  The best way is to fly to Sydney and fly domestic to the Gold Coast Airport, previously Coolangatta.  As an alternative, fly to Sydney for 2 nights then fly to Gold Coast, a 1 hour flight.  On the way home maybe go to Melbourne for a stop-over for 2-3 nights then home.  Or just come and allow for a return flight 1 month later and I can put them in touch with our travel consultant regarding other options when they are here.  Our dollar exchange rate is roughly the same as the Canadian dollar and there are expensive and reasonable rates for accommodation.  Anyone wishing to stay in the same place for a while, take an apartment away from the centre of the city where it is less expensive, hire a car and have a look around.  Anything we can do to help, "just ask" we want your people to have a good time and experience a bit more of Australia.

We need to know if any of your players and their partners have any disabilities or any other special requirements.   We have arranged accommodation in a number of luxury apartments and all have lifts (elevators).   We should know if there are any problem with heights because some buildings are up to 22 floors high.  The Coolangatta beach is probable the best in Australia,(probably the world) it's patrolled by Life Savers and is opposite the apartments.  Malcolm Crowder, Past President ASA.  malouise@optusnet.com.au 

STAN'S NOTE:  Re Malcolm's para. 2; I recognize that many players have already made their plans >> and that is good!!   I do know that some have decided on the length of their "extension", but not their detailed plans.   Why not contact Malcolm (see his e-mail) with regard to follow-up on his suggestion?? 

ALSO:  Re Malcolm's para. 3;  If para 3 is applicable to you, please ensure to advise Malcolm. 

Stan of THE SHUFFLER; 2008 03 11.  stanistheman_200@yahoo.com
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PERSONALISED TOURING ARRANGEMENTS:
Please read in conjunction with Malcolm Crowder’s announcement immediately below.  I thought I would examine the material Australia provided us in Midland at the 26th ISA with regard to services and facilities available. I will now reprint one such Information Sheet: Stan.
“No doubt many will want to include some additional sightseeing on their visit to Australia. The main areas (of interest) would be:
*Sydney (A great tourist city – Harbour bridge, Opera House and the birthplace of Australia.)
*Cairns (Tropical North – Barrier Reef)
*Alice Springs (the Outback – Ularu)
*Melbourne (Capital of Victoria) and Adelaide (Capital of South Australia).
*Perth (the far West)
*Darwin (the Tropical Capital of the Northern Territory)
*Tasmania (the Southern State – a little piece of England.)
Harvey World Travel has an office at “Showcase on the Beach” where the Coolangatta Shuffleboard Courts are located and would be pleased to help with any travel information and bookings.” 
Affixed to this Information Sheet is the business card of a representative of the travel agency, Harvey World Travel.  Her name is: Michele Bernoth e-mail: Michele.coolangatta@harveyworld.com.au  
Stan McCormack of THE SHUFFLER 2008 03 17.
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SHUFFLEBOARD TEAM GERMANY
2008
Men's Team
UN Women Team
Dieter Hussmann (Team Captain)
      Sebastian Runge
      Torben Hussmann
      Sven Wuellner
      Oliver Schwarten
      Erich Rotheudt
      Erhard With
      Dieter Wuellner
     Birgitt Hussmann
     Hannelore Wuellner
    Annelie With 
     Helga Schuler
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INTERNATIONAL SHUFFLEBOARD ASSOCIATION
27th WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT
Gold Coast - Australia - September 13th to 20th, 2008
OFFICIAL DAILY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 13th
9.00 am to 5.30 pm - ISA Tournament Check In.
Location - Shuffleboard Courts, Coolangatta. Escalator to 3rd Floor, Showcase on
Beach, Cnr Marine Parade & Warner Street. (see plan)
9.30 am to 4.30 pm - ISA Players Open Practice Time - Bus leaves for Elanora at 1.30pm
and returns at 4.00 pm
6.00 pm - The Get Acquainted Dinnerʼ.
Location - Anzac Roomʼ Twin Town RSL -(See plan)
7.15 pm - ISA Board Meeting - Executive Session.
Location - Anzac Roomʼ as above

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 14th
9.00 am - The 27th ISA Opening Ceremonies
Location - Queen Elizabeth Gardens , on the beach Coolangatta. (see plan)
Following the Ceremonies - Team Meetings and Team Pictures in the gardens.
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12 Noon - Light luncheon at the Function Room - Coolangatta Hotel ( see plan).
12.45 pm - Elanora players take bus to Elanora - Outside Ocean Plaza accommodation.
1.00 pm - Opening Shuffleboard Announcements
1.15 pm - SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 1
3.00 pm - SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 2
4.30 pm - Elanora Players take bus to Coolangatta
Location to catch bus- Elanora Courts

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15th
8.15 am Elanora Players take bus to Elanora.
Location - Outside Ocean Plaza accommodation.
9.00 am SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 3
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15th (CONTINUED)
10.45 am - SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 4
12 Noon - Light Luncheon at Courts.
1.15 pm - SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 5
3.00 pm - SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 6
4.30 pm - Elanora Players take bus to Coolangatta.
Location to catch bus - Elanora Courts
7.30 pm - ANNUAL ISA MEMBERSHIP MEETING.
Location - Function Room, Coolangatta Hotel - walk from accommodation (see plan)

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 16th
8.15 am Elanora Players take bus to Elanora.
Location - Outside Ocean Plaza accommodation.
9.00 am SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 7
10.45 am SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 8
12 Noon - Light Luncheon at Courts.
12.45 pm SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 9
2.00 pm SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 10
3.30 pm Elanora Players take bus to Coolangatta
Location to pick up bus - Elanora Courts.
5.15 pm - Pick up for Australian Outback Spectacular with dinner included.
Location - Outside Ocean Plaza Accommodation.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 17th
ALL DAY GOLD COAST SIGHTSEEING EXCURSION
8.15 am All elligible persons take bus for a day excursion.
Location - Outside Ocean Plaza accommodation.
Approx 5.30 pm Return from excursion - bus drop off at Ocean Plaza.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 18th
8.15 am Elanora Players take bus to Elanora.
Location - Outside Ocean Plaza accommodation.
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 18TH (Contʼd)
9.00 am SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 11
10.45 am SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 12
12 Noon - Light Luncheon at Courts.
1.15 pm SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 13
3.00 pm SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 14
4.30 pm - Elanora Players take bus to Coolangatta
Location to catch bus - Elanora Courts

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 19th
8.15 am Elanora Players take bus to Elanora.
Location - Outside Ocean Plaza accommodation.
9.00 am SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 15
10.45 am SHUFFLEBOARD ROUND 16
12 Noon - Light luncheon at Courts.
1.00 pm - Elanora Players take bus to Coolangatta
Location to catch bus - Elanora Courts
THE AFTERNOON IS FREE BUT MAY NEED TO BE UTILISED FOR ANY CATCH
UP GAMES. THIS WILL BE NOTIFIED IF SUCH ARISES.
6.00 pm - 27th ISA ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET
Location - Function Room - Outrigger Twin Towns Resort - walk from accommodation
( See plan )

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20th
DEPARTURE OF PARTICIPANTS (all units must be vacated by 10 am on the day of
departure. )
Note 1 - All venues are within walking distance of the accommodation apart from the
Elanora courts which are about 7 kilometres away so buses will be provided daily for this
trip and the cost is included in the package.
Note 2 - The copy of this Schedule of Events which will be given to all participants in their
ʻwelcome packageʼ will have a map of the locality attached showing the various venues
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  12. John Hauf               WA
15 YEAR OLD ADRIAN GEPEL JOINS THE GERMAN TEAM!
DIETER HUSSMANN, GSA President, sends along this great news which demonstrates conclusively the importance of promotion!!
Dear Stan; if one does not believe in the necessity of promotion in general and the Inaugurals specifically, here is living proof that it pays dividends!! 
Your regular readers will remember the extensive youth participation at the German Inaugural in Langensebold, Germany. The first pic in the margin is of young Adrian shooting a disc during Friday afternoon’s demonstration.  Not known to any of us at that time, but we can share with you that you were looking at the newest member of the Team Germany for the World Championships in Australia 2008.  Adrian Gepel has applied, and been accepted, to participate as a part of the German Men's team in Australia’s Gold Coast in September of 2008.  We have published the following article in the local newspaper regarding this good news: 
“Adrian Gepel from Langenselbold (see 2nd pic in margin) joins Team Germany for their appearance in Australia.  The nomination came as a surprise for the Youngster, who turns 15 next month.
All the more he is excited about his nomination.
Besides the sportive aspect, the teenager can't wait to experience sun, beach and the ocean at Gold Coast, Queensland. But there won't be too much time to relax as there are many matches waiting during that one week of Shuffleboard.
The tight schedule is only interrupted by a day off for a canal cruise, a visit in a wildlife sanctuary and an evening in the Australian outback.
As the World Championships take place outside of the German school holidays, Adrian will hurry back to his school in Langenselbold right after the tournament. But then with lots of stories to tell”
Dieter Hussmann President GSA; 2008 05 18.
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     Adrian Gepel
SHUFFLEBOARD TEAM AUSTRALIA
2008
     WOMEN'S TEAM
     MEN'S TEAM
    N P Team Captain - Esme Dellaway
     Freda Bartlett
   Moira Britton
   Kay Bryant
   Marj Govett
   Pam Jones
   Joanne Janssen
   Yvonne Jones
   Shirley Korevaar
   Freda Randall
   Valerie Skipp
   Bon Whitaker
   Pat Wiltshire
    N P Team Captain - David Swatton
     Jim Bartlett
   Ken Britton
   Ross Bryant
   Jack Connolly
   Bill Knight
   Mal Crowder
   John Korevaar
   John Latter
   Ron McCann
   Len Randall
   Alex Skipp
   Ian Wiltshire
     Margaret Murphy
     Joy Roberts
     Nicole Corbin
USEFUL FACTS FROM AUSTRALIA:
Ian Reiher, ASA Secretary has sent along the following information with regard to electricity in Australia. 
Hi Stan, (Ian speaks):  We operate on 240 (volts) AC and the power points (power outlets) take a three prong plug with the earth prong of the plug being the same width as the other two prongs but slightly longer. A lot of equipment nowadays works on either 110 or 220 -240 but you need to check the details on the equipment.  I take a US type battery charger with me to charge the batteries for my camera and video. A multipurpose adaptor is a good idea but you must check that the equipment can take the 240 volts.  Stan speaks: Most of the newer multipurpose adaptors are designed to reduce the voltage from 220 (240) to 110.  However; you should check your particular unit if you have one.  If you are purchasing one >> same advice applies.

Stan speaks: I asked Ian if our accommodation had built-in hair dryers.  Be careful as you read his response.  He has been specific regarding the Ocean Plaza where the McCormacks and the Earles of Nova Scotia are staying, and no doubt some others.  Note: He has not specified re the presence of a hair dryer in the bathroom associated with the second bedroom.   I will endeavour to have him answer that question.   To be safe, bring  your own hair dryer please.  
Ian Speaks: We are using three accommodation buildings, Beach House, Aries and Ocean Plaza. You are booked into Ocean Plaza and it has a hair dryer in the main bathroom. The units are fully self contained with washing machine, dryer, fully equipped kitchen, lounge/dining room an ensuite bathroom and a main bathroom and of course a queen size bed in the main bedroom and two single beds in the second bedroom. The Ocean Plaza resort has a swimming pool and spa, two tennis courts and a gym so if you have any spare time you can relax. I would imagine the other two buildings provide hair dryers as it is now usual but I will check and let you know.

You will find our electric switches and plumbing different. To turn on the lights etc we press the switch down and up to turn off. A lot of our taps now are the mixing type and to turn the water on you press down on the handle and up to turn off. Even the water going out of the bath turns in the opposite direction to the Northern Hemisphere. We move North to the warmer climates and South to the cooler climates the opposite to you.

Best wishes        Ian
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VERNA CARTER OF 1st ISA EVENT AT MUSKEGON MI:
Among the first items on the order of business at the Napanee Summer Slam Team Tournament Event Extraordinaire was the introduction of honoured guest Verna Carter who was on the Canadian Women’s Team at the International Event in Muskegon MI of 1981!!  Folks that is 27 years ago if you are doing the math!! The Shuffler had identified Verna as being a Canadian representative and the Napanee Club had contacted her with regard to appearing at the opening of the Summer Slam.  It was impossible to determine who was more pleased with her appearance; the 64 Shufflers present or Myrna and her escort for the occasion!!  Shown in the margin is a pic of CNSA President Stan McCormack presenting Verna an actual framed photograph of the 1981 Team.  The Shuffler also presented Verna with the actual news clipping from the hometown Napanee newspaper of 1981. Verna then took to the Courts while expressing the desire to again be back shuffling.  Her aim was great; and her delivery just fine!!  However; she decided against participating, instead wishing all of us the very best for a great tournament!!  We must tell you that in 1981 at Muskegon, Verna won 7 of her 11 Matches!! 
Congratulations and thanks to Verna and all of the Shufflers who participated in this historic 1981 very first International Shuffleboard Association Event.
Stan McCormack of THE SHUFFLER   2008 06 23.
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