1968 | J Lee Schoenith
An Unlimited hydroplane pilot in the 1950s, Schoenith reached the high point of his driving career in 1955 when he steered Gale V to victory in the 1955 APBA Gold Cup race at Seattle. Before some 50,000 spectators, he topped an 11-boat field, including the formidable Slo-Mo-Shun IV and Miss Thriftway.
Strongly instrumental in the APBA reorganization which created an Unlimited Racing Commission. For many years he led all Unlimited and Gold Cup officials. He has been the strongest influence toward converting Unlimited Hydro Racing to a truly professional sports exhibition.