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36 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | AUGUST 2015 1ST FLOOR Noble Room Originally the WAC Auditorium, this meeting space has been used for a variety of events, including WAC Drama Group performances, hosted speakers, and movie nights. The space was renamed the Noble Room in honor of L. Russell Noble, whose 1966– 1979 tenure as Executive Vice President & General Manager included the addition of eight floors to the south wing of the Clubhouse. Voogd Library Years of renovations and additions have transformed most of the WAC from its original 1930s look. The Voogd Library, however, remains untouched by time. The space is fittingly named in honor of Frank Voogd, whose 40-year WAC career, which spanned 11 positions and was capped by his service as Executive Vice President & General Manager, was as solid as the room's large wooden doors. Johnson Lobby Lounge Named in honor of James R. Johnson, who served as President & CEO from 1996–2011, this space was once the Men's Lounge. Subsequent remodeling efforts removed a large fireplace and added the alcove that now houses a collection of Dale Chihuly glass baskets. T he Washington Athletic Club is both a product and a parent of Seattle history. For 85 years, our Club and our Clubhouse have reflected and influenced Seattle's shifting culture and character. Some of the WAC's most exceptional members and team members so impacted our Club and our city that their names, cast in bronze, have been given to rooms around our building. As we continue our look back on 85 years of WAC history, we remember these contributors and pay homage to their commitment and service. 2ND FLOOR Torchy's Restaurant & Bar Roscoe C. "Torchy" Torrance was perhaps the most influential WAC member in Club history. He served on the first WAC Board of Governors in 1928, helped establish the 101 Club in 1933, and was integral in the founding of Seafair in 1950. A building renovation in the mid-1980s saw the closure of the colorful Rio Room and the establishment of a new restaurant named for this iconic WAC member. Hagerty's Sports Bar Our sports bar honors Francis W. "Pop" Hagerty, a legendary Seattle referee known for his enthusiasm and dedication to fairness. Seattle athletic memorabilia festoon the walls, and large televisions stand at the ready for gamedays. What's in a name? Remembering the people and history behind Clubhouse spaces By Joshua Stollenmaier