N3BJ, N8SM, K8CX, N3RA, N9RV, K8GL, N9HZQ
The CQWW DX PHONE Crew at K3LR 1996

The K3LR multi multi team operators decided to dedicate the W1AW/3 operation last weekend in memory of fellow teammate Steve, N8SM. I had discussed the IARU HQ operation with Steve in June and he indicated that he might join the effort. As many of you already know, Steve was a fixture on 20 meters from K3LR for many years.

Starting with the 2003 CQWW Contests I am pleased to announce the sponsorship of the N8SM memorial award for the USA top combined (SSB + CW) multi multi high score. The new award, sponsored by the K3LR multi multi team, will memorialize the friendship and dedication that Steve had to our sport of radio contesting.

73,
Tim K3LR