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• Spreading Holiday Cheer, Sailors Pay it Forward to Community Programs 
  December 18, 2024
  As the holiday season brings thoughts of giving, some sailors are proving that generosity and sportsmanship extend well beyond the racecourse. This year, two teams who received the Corinthian Spirit Award at New York Yacht Club chose to spread cheer by donating their prize—$3,000 worth of Helly Hansen gear—to community sailing programs that help make the sport more accessible. Read More
• Spotlight on SLF Keynote Speaker: Anje-Marijcke van Boxtel 
  December 18, 2024
  Spotlight on SLF Keynote Speaker: Anje-Marijcke van Boxtel Empowering Leadership and High-Performance Organizations in a VUCA World  When it comes to navigating leadership challenges in dynamic and ever-changing environments, Anje-Marijcke van Boxtel is a beacon of wisdom and inspiration. As an Read More
• Molly Vandemoer Appointed to US Sailing Board of Directors 
  December 18, 2024
  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Molly Vandemoer Appointed to US Sailing Board of Directors  BRISTOL, R.I. (December 18, 2024) – US Sailing is pleased to announce the appointment of Olympian and accomplished sailing professional Molly O’Bryan Vandemoer to the Board of Directors, filling the seat previously Read More
• Escape to the BVI, Bahamas, or U.S. Virgin Islands this Winter
  December 17, 2024
  Considering setting sail this December? As winter approaches and temperatures drop, there’s no better way to escape the cold than by setting sail to the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. Popular sailing destinations like the British Virgin Islands (BVI), the Bahamas, and the U.S. Virgin Islands Read More
• US Sailing Announces Nominees for 2024 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year
  December 16, 2024
  US Sailing, the national governing body for the sport, is pleased to announce nominees for the 2024 US Sailing Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year, widely acknowledged as the premier individual sailing honors in the nation.  Sailors who are United States citizens and have demonstrated on-the-water excellence at national and international events bringing global recognition to sailing in the United States in the calendar year, are encouraged to apply.Read More
• Community Sailing Spotlight: US Sailing Center – Martin County
  December 16, 2024
  Nestled along the picturesque shores of Indian River Drive in Jensen Beach, Florida, the US Sailing Center - Martin County (USSCMC) stands as a beacon of accessibility, community engagement, and the joy of sailing. Since its founding in 1992, USSCMC has grown from humble beginnings into a thriving community sailing center dedicated to providing opportunities for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Read More
• Maggie Shea Named Inaugural Executive Director of Chicago Yacht Club Foundation
  December 13, 2024
  The Chicago Yacht Club Foundation has announced the appointment of two-time Olympian and US Sailing Team Athlete, Maggie Shea, as its first-ever Executive Director. Shea’s appointment follows a period of unprecedented growth for the CYC Foundation, which, under a new strategic plan, has expanded its reach to serve nearly 2,000 Chicagoland youth annually.Read More
• Matthew Gallagher Takes Offshore Racing to New Heights 
  December 13, 2024
  In the world of offshore sailing, dedication often comes in many forms: some sailors spend decades perfecting their skills on the water, while others master the art of making racing better for everyone. Few people have managed to do both as effectively as Matthew Gallagher, whose recent appointment as Deputy Chairman of the Offshore Racing Congress (ORC) underscores his commitment to the sport on a global scale. Read More
• US Sailing Announces New Tiered Pathway to US Sailing Team with Olympic Development Program (ODP) and Youth Team
  December 12, 2024
  For the first time in US Sailing’s history, the three programs are formally connected through seven tiers, delivering a transparent and well-articulated process. The new pathway illustrates a commitment to putting athletes first by providing them with a clear understanding of selection procedures and entry opportunities for each group.Read More
• Getting In and Out of Irons
  December 11, 2024
  Have you ever found yourself stuck on the water facing into the wind, and your  boat just won’t budge? This situation is known as “being in irons,” which means your boat is stopped while pointing into the wind—also called the No-Go Zone. When this happens, your sails will be flapping (or luffing), Read More
• Global Foiling Week Event to Expand to Pensacola, FL in 2025
  December 10, 2024
  Registration is now open for Foiling Week Pensacola, set to take place February 24-March 2, 2025 for the first time on US waters. Beginning in Lake Garda, Italy in 2014, Foiling Week has established itself as a World Sailing Special Event that promotes the growth and development of foiling boats and boards to all skill levels.Read More
• “Managing the Meters:” Lessons Learned from the Double Handed World Offshore Championship
  December 10, 2024
  Earlier this fall, two teams from the U.S. took part in the first-ever Double Handed World Offshore Championship in Lorient, France. Erica Lush/Tim Kent, and Barbara (Basia) Karpinska/Kevin Morgan joined 20 other teams from 16 countries for a first-of-its-kind test of might between the best Read More
• Over 200 Athletes Train on East and West Coasts with US Sailing Youth & Olympic Development Programs
  December 6, 2024
  Training efforts are ramping up in the Youth and Olympic Development (ODP) spaces. During the week before Thanksgiving, three training camps ran simultaneously for over 200 athletes, with support from 32 US Sailing coaches, 22 regional program coaches, and seven US Sailing staff members.Read More
• New Bedford Community Boating Center Enriches Young Lives
  December 3, 2024
  The Community Boating Center in New Bedford, MA began in 1998 as the brainchild of local social worker JoAnn Tschaen. One hot and humid day in 1995, Tschaen began searching for a way to give new ways to grow and learn to a group of seven youngsters in her care. That evening on her way home across Read More
• The Science Behind How Sailing Improves Your Mental and Physical Health
  November 26, 2024
  The Science Behind How Sailing Improves Your Mental and Physical Health “If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water,” wrote the noted American anthropologist Loren Eiseley. This belief in the enchanting, transformative power of water isn’t just a poetic notion, it is Read More
• US Sailing Announces Vessi as Official Footwear Partner
  November 25, 2024
  US Sailing is pleased to announce a new partnership with Vessi, the leading waterproof footwear brand known for its commitment to comfort, versatility, and sustainability. This collaboration will provide US Sailing members with exclusive discounts on Vessi’s line of innovative, waterproof shoes and apparel.Read More
• Sextant Wines Releases Limited Edition Commemorative US Sailing Cabernet Sauvignon  
  November 23, 2024
  US Sailing is proud to announce the launch of the Commemorative US Sailing Release, a special edition 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon crafted by Sextant Wines, the official wine of US Sailing. This limited release pays tribute to the thirteen US Sailing Team athletes who represented the United States in the 2024 Olympic Games in Marseille, France. Read More
• Thanksgiving Youth Racing Camps Set Sail in Miami and Long Beach   
  November 22, 2024
  The 2024 US Sailing Youth Racing Camps, presented by Risk Strategies, are poised to bring the nation’s top youth sailors together for intensive training and collaboration. For the first time, this annual event will take place on both coasts, with the East Coast Camp at Miami Yacht Club from Read More
• US Sailing Announces Selection System and Requirements for 2025 Team Racing World Championship 
  November 20, 2024
  US Sailing, the National Governing Body for sailing in the United States, is pleased to announce the athlete selection system and requirements for the highly anticipated 2025 Team Race World Championship. The event will be hosted by the New York Yacht Club in Newport, Rhode Island, from May 28 to June 1, 2025.   Read More
• Luke Muller (OLY) and Chris Barnard Elected to Represent US Sailing on Team USA Athletes’ Commission 
  November 19, 2024
  On Friday, November 15, Luke Muller (Fort Pierce, FL) was elected as the next Team USA Athletes’ Commission Representative for US Sailing, the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport. Chris Barnard (Newport Beach, CA) was elected to serve as the Alternate Representative and will work alongside Luke to support American sailing athletes. Read More
• Q&A with Dave Perry on His New Books 
  November 18, 2024
  Available December 1st here, Dave Perry’s three upcoming books, Understanding the Racing Rules of Sailing through 2028, Winning in One-Designs, and Dave Perry’s 100 Best Racing Rules Quizzes are designed to provide sailors with an in-depth understanding of the racing rules, offering practical insights and clear explanations. US Sailing sat down with Dave Perry to go behind-the-scenes with the lauded author in sailboat racing and learn more about his process and sources of inspiration.  Read More
• US Sailing Retains Elevate Talent to Lead Search for New Chief Executive Officer
  November 18, 2024
  US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport, has announced today that it has retained Elevate Talent to lead the search for its new Chief Executive Officer. The high-profile role, based in Bristol, RI, reporting to the Board of Directors, will be responsible for driving key stakeholder relationships across the national sporting community while developing strategies to enhance programming and membership and generate partnership and philanthropic revenue during the critical period leading up to the 2028 LA Summer Olympic Games. Read More
• A New Perspective of High School Sailing in the Bay  
  November 15, 2024
  This article was written and submitted by US Sailing Member, Mikah Panasik, of San Francisco, CA. Panasik also submitted photography to accompany the article.   In the realm of high school sports, most athletes have their game day on a field or court, with the surrounding sounds of fans and Read More
• College Sailing and Olympic Development: A Refreshing New Era of Collaboration
  November 14, 2024
  In the United States, college sailing teams and the Olympic Development Program (ODP) have a long history of pursuing the same group of athletes. The relationship between the two programs has drifted in and out of cooperation, but US Sailing’s newest ODP Director Rosie Chapman aims to bolster cooperation between college sailing and the ODP. US Sailing sat down with Chapman and ICSA President Greg Wilkinson to get the lowdown on what's ahead in the new era.Read More
• US Sailing Announces AEON School as the Official School of US Sailing
  November 13, 2024
  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE US Sailing Announces AEON School as the Official School of US Sailing The innovative K-12 global private school will support talented sailors through scholarships and a world-leading virtual learning platform BRISTOL, R.I. (November 13, 2024) — US Sailing is proud to announce Read More
• Cory Sertl Reelected as Vice President of World Sailing 
  November 12, 2024
  US Sailing proudly announces the reelection of Cory Sertl of Rochester, New York, a highly respected leader in the sailing community, as Vice President of World Sailing. Sertl, who previously served as President of US Sailing, secured her position at the 2024 World Sailing General Assembly held in Read More
• Duxbury Bay Maritime School Brings Sailing to Life for Local Residents
  November 12, 2024
  Founded in 1997, the Duxbury Bay Maritime School started with a simple idea: to connect the community to Duxbury Bay, Massachusetts. In the 27 years since, the school has grown from just a dream to a 2.5-acre waterfront campus with state-of-the-art facilities that services the entire Duxbury Bay Read More
• Celebrating Veterans Day at US Sailing
  November 11, 2024
  Celebrating Veterans Day at US Sailing Today US Sailing celebrates Veterans Day! On this Veterans Day, we honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedication. Their sacrifices, both on land and at sea, have paved the way for the freedoms we enjoy today.   Read More
• Spotlight on Team Paradise Sailing: A Beacon of Inclusivity and Empowerment on Biscayne Bay 
  November 8, 2024
  Nestled in the heart of Coconut Grove, Team Paradise Sailing, Inc. is much more than a typical sailing program. Founded in 2000 by Olympic Gold Medalist in the Star class, Magnus Liljedahl, this 501(c)(3) organization serves as a lifeline to many who might otherwise never experience the joys of Read More
• 2025 Junior Pan Ams Preliminary Notice to Selection Procedures Announced
  November 7, 2024
  The second-ever Junior Pan American Games is set to take place August 9 through 23, 2025 in Asunción, Paraguay, with automatic entry to the 2027 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru for any athletes that take home gold in the 2025 junior edition.Read More
• A Letter from Board President, Henry Brauer 
  November 5, 2024
  A letter from Board President, Henry Brauer Dear Fellow Members:    I wanted to take this opportunity to formally introduce myself to all of you and to update the membership on several priorities on which we are currently focused.  I am honored to have been elected President of US Sailing and I Read More
• US Sailing Team Arrives in Long Beach, Setting Stage for LA 2028 Olympics 
  November 5, 2024
  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  US Sailing Team Arrives in Long Beach, Setting Stage for LA 2028 Olympics  Containers’ Delivery at Alamitos Bay Yacht Club Marks the Start of the Team’s Preparation for LA 2028  BRISTOL, RI (November 5, 2024) – US Sailing has set up the first of several bases in Long Read More
• US Sailing Awards Medal to Chicago Sailors for Rescue of Competitor Overboard
  November 4, 2024
  BRISTOL, RI (November 4, 2024) – The US Sailing Safety at Sea Committee awarded the Arthur B. Hanson Rescue Medal to the skipper and crew of a racing yacht for rescue of a competitor that had fallen overboard. Award ceremonies were held on November 1, 2024, at Columbia Yacht Club, respectively. The Read More
• Sailing for Beginners: Your Step-by-Step Guide
  October 31, 2024
  So, you’ve decided you want to learn how to sail but don’t know where to start? Sailing might seem like a world of unfamiliar terms (like rudder, tiller, mast, boom, smallboat, keelboat to name a few) but it’s simpler than it sounds. Whether you are near the coast, a river, lake or other body of Read More
• Giving Back to the Sport: Ellen Pesch’s Journey as a Certified Race Official
  October 30, 2024
  Ellen Pesch is exactly the kind of person you want on the committee boat when you compete. She’s well trained, understands the rules, is thoughtful and fair, has competed as a sailor herself, has earned several certifications, and is driven to continually learn more. Because of you, people like Read More
• Sailing Makes an Impact That Lasts a Lifetime
  October 30, 2024
  Sears Cup Champion Edward Bursk Returns to the Trophy at 92 On a crisp autumn day, Edward Bursk, now 92 years old, journeyed to the US Sailing offices in Bristol, RI, to take a photo with the trophy that cemented his name in sailing history—the Sears Cup. Seventy-five years ago, at the age of 17, Read More
• 10 Athletes Dive Into 49erFX with Paris Henken for Clinic in Miami
  October 30, 2024
  Led by Rio 2016 49erFX Olympian, Paris Henken, the clinic was the second of its kind in 2024 focused on building depth in the American 49erFX class and upskilling newer skiff athletes in a highly technical boat.Read More
• SafeSport Explained
  October 30, 2024
  As the winter rolls around, it’s a great time to brush up on your SafeSport training! SafeSport training is a free online course that provides education on: Sexual Misconduct Awareness  Emotional and Physical Misconduct  Mandatory Reporting (Understanding Your Responsibilities) Following initial Read More
• US Sailing to Roll Out Updated Racing Rules App in December 
  October 29, 2024
  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    US Sailing to Roll Out Updated Racing Rules App in December  Print Copies of the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing Available in January; Dave Perry’s Books Available December 1     Bristol, R.I. (October 29, 2024) – As the countdown to the 2025 rules cycle begins, US Read More
• Nominate Trailblazers in Adaptive Sailing for Top Honors 
  October 28, 2024
  It’s time to recognize those who have made a lasting impact on adaptive sailing in the United States. Nominations are now open for the Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy and the Robie Pierce Award, two of the highest honors in adaptive sailing. These awards celebrate individuals and programs that have Read More
• Meet Diana Emmanuelli: US Sailing Competition Manager
  October 24, 2024
  If you participated in, volunteered for, or watched a US Sailing Championship, you have most likely met (or emailed with) Diana Emmanuelli, US Sailing’s Competition Manager.   But more than just a regatta-organizing extraordinaire, Emmanuelli is an accomplished race organizer, Race Officer and Read More
• US Sailing Announces New President of Board of Directors for 2024 
  October 24, 2024
  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  US Sailing Announces New President of Board of Directors for 2024  New Vice President and Three Elected Members Also Announced Following Annual Board of Directors Meeting   BRISTOL, RI (October 24, 2024) – US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport of sailing in Read More
• US Sailing Announces Release Schedule for the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing  
  October 22, 2024
  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   US Sailing Announces Release Schedule for the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing   Bristol, R.I. (October 22, 2024) — US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport of sailing, has announced the release schedule for the 2025-2028 edition of The Racing Rules of Sailing, Read More
• Sears Cup Champion Edward Bursk Returns to the Trophy at 92 
  October 21, 2024
  On a crisp autumn day, Edward Bursk, now 92 years old, journeyed to the US Sailing offices in Bristol, RI, to take a photo with the trophy that cemented his name in sailing history—the Sears Cup. Seventy-five years ago, at the age of 17, Bursk and his team from Cohasset Yacht Club claimed victory Read More
• Submit Your Nominations for US Sailing One Design Awards 
  October 18, 2024
  The One Design Awards represent a recognition of excellence, innovation, and leadership in the vibrant world of one design sailing, celebrating the individuals, clubs, and events that elevate the sport. As the 2024 nomination deadline of December 1 approaches, sailors and enthusiasts alike are Read More
• Wayzata Sailing is a Model of Inclusivity and Excellence on Lake Minnetonka 
  October 17, 2024
  Nestled in a wooded corner of Lake Minnetonka in Wayzata, Minnesota, is a state-of-the-art community sailing building – home to Wayzata Sailing and its more than 1200 annual participants (even though, yes, their lake is a sheet of ice for at least four months of the year).   As one of US Sailing’s Read More
• Spotlight on Minneapolis Sailing Center: Navigating a Legacy of Inclusion, Community, and Opportunity 
  October 15, 2024
  Nestled on the shores of Bde Maka Ska, the Minneapolis Sailing Center (MSC) has been a cornerstone of the city’s rich sailing culture since its founding in 1989. With over 125 years of documented sailing history in the Minneapolis area, MSC has built a reputation as a premier urban community Read More
• Spotlight on Yuri Namikawa: A Journey of Sailing Across Disciplines 
  October 11, 2024
  Yuri Namikawa’s sailing career is as diverse as it is inspiring. From the waters of Southern California to the competitive racecourses of San Francisco Bay, she has embraced various forms of sailing, each with its own set of challenges and rewards. Namikawa’s journey, filled with family roots, a Read More
• Your Racing Wrap-up!
  October 11, 2024
  What a fantastic racing season! With your support, US Sailing hosted a total of 13 US Championship regattas this year, with sailors vying for victory from coast to coast. Here’s a wrap-up of the action!     2024 U.S. Multihull Championship May 23-26, 2024 Dallas Corinthian Yacht Club. Oak Read More
• 2024 ORC World Championship: A Pinnacle Event in Offshore Sailing 
  October 8, 2024
  The 2024 ORC World Championship, hosted by the New York Yacht Club in Newport, Rhode Island, from September 27 to October 5, showcased elite international competition.  Offshore Racing Congress (ORC), governs yacht measurement and handicapping to ensure fair racing across a wide range of boats. Read More