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H.
Franklin Taylor III

CategoryCommissioner
Year1991
HometownRichmond, VA

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Was appointed Central Virginia ASA commissioner in 1969 and has increased membership from 200 teams to more than 2,500 teams. Has written numerous pieces of legislation, which have been adopted by the ASA, including realignment of the ASA into 15 regions, creation of at-large player rep, creation of national and area tournaments and creation of the Class B and C national tournaments. Served as ASA president from 1978-1979. Was first regional vice president of the Central Atlantic Region. Has held annually since 1969 Richmond Round Robin Tournament. This tournament annually draws between 300-400 teams. Elected ISF North American vice-president in 1981 and served for six years.  Was elected in November 2001 a second time as ASA President.  Retired as a commissioner after 35 years service following the 2003 annual meeting in Orlando, FL.  Frank passed away on May 15, 2012.
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