It occurs to me that we too often forget to say "thanks" to people who
really make a difference to our enjoyment of this hobby. Here are my
heroes for today:
N6TR and N5KO, for pioneering automated log-checking and seeing it through
to the point of almost universal implementation (at least for CQ and ARRL
contests). A few years ago, I was so disgusted with the lack of serious
checking in many major contests that I wondered whether it was worth
continuing. They changed all that. Now others are following their lead
for contests world-wide, giving all of us an invaluable tool for getting
better at this sport.
N7WA and WA7BNM, for their efficient collection and near-real-time
reporting of claimed contest scores. Bruce's implementation of the 3830
score reporting forms and Dink's automation of the production of e-mail
tabulations has made it feasible to extend this service far beyond the few
big contests, to the benefit of all of us. In particular, I think the
inclusion of many non-US-based contests has been a real contribution to
international good will.
Well done!
73, Pete N4ZR
The World HF Contest Station Database was updated 23 Feb 03.
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