Storrs Fund gives post-collegiate sailors a new path in competitive sailing… “I was relieved, honored, and excited to get the Storrs grant! It helped me set a new goal of becoming a Top 10 world-ranked women's match racer (hopefully soon to be number 1).” You can feel the enthusiasm in Caroline Bayless’s words. And…Read More
Two incidents this summer – which could have turned into tragedies on the water – highlight the importance of sailor preparedness and the impact of your support. Less than 48 hours after the start of the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race, the J/122 Alliance started taking on water. In the wee hours of the morning, the…Read More
From wind speed to ocean ecology, your support teaches lessons for life. This summer, ten sailing centers around the country received grants from US Sailing to implement the Reach Initiative. Your generosity and support from Rolex make these annual grants possible. Because of you, children are learning…Read More
Youth Team shines at 2024 World Championships The results at the 2024 Youth Sailing World Championships are a testament to the power of your support. In beautiful Lake Garda, Italy, the next generation of America’s top competitive sailors excelled against challengers from more than 70 other countries. And their results should make you proud.…Read More
More sailors, yacht clubs, and community sailing programs are learning how to share the freedom and joy of sailing with people with disabilities, thanks to your support and a team of dedicated volunteers. When Sam Graber, a Board member at Challenged Sailors of San Diego, pitched the idea to US Sailing of a webinar to…Read More
“If you’re a sailor, at some point you’re going to be in a power boat,” says Van King, Senior Program Director at YMCA Camp Sea Gull in Arapahoe, NC. Camp Sea Gull (for boys) and its counterpart, Camp Seafarer (for girls) welcome 3,000 kids each summer. Campers can participate in twelve “land” activities, and they…Read More
With the Youth World Championships coming up in December, it’s a great time to check in with Youth Competition Manager, John Pearce. Read the Q&A for an exclusive insider’s look at US Sailing’s youth programs and the impact your support makes. Q: John, can you tell us the purpose/goal of the Youth Competition department at…Read More
First-Time Competitor at Youth Champs is Recognized for Sportsmanship Thanks to your support, this year’s Youth Championship was able to welcome more sailors than ever before. More than 230 young athletes competed across seven classes at the pinnacle youth regatta. [caption id="attachment_40080" align="alignleft" width="503"] Your support helps young sailors like Charlotte be their best![/caption] A highlight…Read More
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