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1st toast, Vitas and Arbanis, 1981

 

 

 

 

 

 

For almost 4 decades, The Gillis has been evolving into different personalities. Each time, changes occurred because people expressed themselves in their own unique way, adding a whole new dimension to the tourney. Last year we honored and chronicled the people who have meant the most to us and this evolution. For those of you who have been around a few decades, you might recognize all of them. For the newer attendee, this will be a history lesson worth taking to help you understand and appreciate the people who make the Gillis what it is.

(All pics taken by JJ Johnson)

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Chris Chavez, Geyer, JJ and Turley during the finals, 1984

 

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Beta Rahn

 

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Turley- Homeless 1986

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Arico & Max Pepe, 1986    

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Dik Johnson, Turley and crew - Jailhouse Rock, 1985

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Jailhouse Rock- First camp ever, with live band too and inmates galore. What a Bust!