ABOUT
Why are we doing this?
Our goal is to raise enough funds to host the WSL "Thomo QS 1000 in memory of Bill Thomson" this coming November 2017, and annually thereafter.
We have the full support of Bill's family.
The organizers of the WSL Jr pro on Nov 9-12th 2017 (Surf Promotions (Barbados) Limited - Louis Venezia
& Chris Clarke) , have agreed to coincide the Thomo QS 1000 with the Juniors event, to consolidate cost & maximize use of JR pro infrastructure. They are on board 100%.
Hunter Joslin
, Bill's longtime friend and pro surf contest commentator has agreed to come for the event. We feel that there is no one more appropriate to speak at an international surf event in Bill's memory.
Brian Robbins, the North American WSL tour manager, is fully supportive.
We need to raise around $15,000 USD to cover the cost of running the event, prizemoney, etc.
How are we going to raise the money?
We're seeking to raise the money in two ways; corporate sponsors and individual GoFundMe donations, for which we will ship you some sweet decals and or t-shirts, designed by our talented buddy Bob Packer.
Who are "we"?
The "we" behind this effort have all known Bill for many years, as customers of Lazy Days & Island Waves surf shop, as competitors who Bill coached and mentored, and as friends.
Alan Burke, Barbados
- Former Multiple National & International Surfing Champion ,coached and managed by Bill, current Chief Surf Instructor at Burkie Surf School in Barbados.
Andrew Lewis, Barbados
- former Barbados National Surf Team member , 3rd place judge in the 1988 ISA World championships, and the longest serving executive committee member of the Barbados Surfing Association.
Bob Packer, USA
- former boogieboard hellman, Barbados National Surf Team "interpreter" and owner of Signs Now Sunrise in Florida.
Sean Chandler, Canada
- known for breaking his nose twice with his own board. Remembered by Bill and Ann as the kid to buy the brightest, loudest baggies in the store.
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