Q&A with Tristan Loescher on Expanding Access to Sailing
In recognition of Black History Month, US Sailing sat down with Tristan Loescher, Adult Program Director at Columbia Sailing School in Chicago, to discuss his unconventional journey into sailing, the power of 'stoke transfer,' and his efforts to make the sport more accessible and inclusive for all. Q: What first sparked your interest in sailing,…Read More
Foiling Week Flocks to Pensacola with High-Speed Racing and Community Events
Running February 24 – March 2, the event is the first and only global event of its kind dedicated to a range of foiling boats and boards, bringing together athletes, designers, and manufacturers from across the globe.
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US Sailing Announces Organizational Restructuring to Enhance Support for Key Sailing Initiatives
BRISTOL, RI – February 21, 2025 – US Sailing, the national governing body for the sport of sailing in the United States, today announced a strategic restructuring of its organization to optimize support for its core programs, including Olympic and high-performance sailing, offshore sailing, education, community sailing, competition and youth development. This restructuring includes the…Read More
Update From US Sailing Community Sailing Committee Annual Meeting
WELCOME TO OUR COMMUNITY! You are officially community sailing. Simply put, sailing is a community. Thank you for loving this sport. We’ve just caught our collective breath, following another whirlwind symposium with US Sailing friends and family. We hope you can join us for professional development, brainstorming, and scheming next year at NSPS. The annual…Read More
Marie Rogers Leads the Charge for Diversity in Sailing
Marie Rogers never set out to be a trailblazer – but that’s exactly what she has become. When Rogers first stepped into the world of sailing, it wasn’t because it was a lifelong dream. She was a newcomer, eager to learn but quickly realized that sailing had few spaces for people like her a Black…Read More
28 Athletes at 2025 49er & 49erFX US Nationals Illustrates Strength of American Skiff Movement
“With the 2025 Nationals in the books, the stage is set for an exciting season ahead,” reflected McBride. “The level of competition, depth of talent, and camaraderie on display at this event confirms that the U.S. skiff scene is gaining momentum!”
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Bermuda Race Organizing Committee, US Sailing, and Cruising Club of America Release Safety Review Reports Regarding 2024 Vessel Abandonments
Following the three vessel abandonments that occurred during the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race and return voyage, the Bermuda Race Organizing Committee (BROC) partnered with US Sailing and the Cruising Club of America to conduct an in-depth safety review. The goal of this effort was to gather facts, analyze the incidents, and make recommendations that will contribute to safer offshore racing for all sailors.
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USST and ODP Kickstart the LA28 Quad at Team USA Training Center in Colorado
The USST, ODP, Staff and Coaches gathered at the Colorado Springs Training Center, a world-class training venue open to all Team USA athletes. The center focuses on the full athlete experience with lodging, a dining hall, sports medicine clinic, science lab, and state of the art fitness facilities.
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