2004 NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP WEB SITE LAUNCHED

The official 2004 North American Championship Web site is up and running. Preparations are now underway for one of the hottest regattas to hit the Midwest region. Sponsored by the International Melges 24 Class Association and the US Melges 24 Class Association with support from the Midwest Region Class, the Championship is set to take place September 24 - 26, 2004 at the North Star Sail Club in Harrison Township, Michigan.

The Web site is jam packed with alot of information. All the latest news and updates are will be posted as events happen, participants can pre-register online as well as review info about the area and accommodations.

During the regatta, this site has been designated to host all the results at the end of the day as well as deliver daily reports and photos.

Teams from all over the world are scheduled to make appearances. This is going to be one of the biggest events on the International racing circuit, not to mention the North American Points Score! So get the boat, the kit, the crew and get to Michigan for the 2004 North American Championship. What are you waiting for!

For more information about the 2004 North American Championship, please contact Jeff Jones, USMCA Class President; 53455 Bellamine, Shelby Township, Michigan 48316, USA; Phone: (248) 652-7244; Mobile: (586) 615-4806 or Email: jeff@kilroysailing.com .

For US Class Communications contact Joy Dunigan, USMCA Press Officer, 122 West Bay Street, Savannah, GA 31401, USA; Phone: (912) 236-5341 or Email: joy.dunigan@melges24.com .

Visit the International Melges 24 Class Association on the web at www.melges24.com , or the US Melges 24 Class Association at www.melges24.com/usmca .