If you saw the results of the William and Mary Spring Open, which took place over March 28-29th, you would have seen the Christopher Newport University Captains at the top of the leaderboard. The team posted 65 points across A and B divisions to beat 2nd place University of Virginia with a 10 point lead … Read More
By Airwaves writer Rachel Bennung In high school and college sailing your start is one of the most important things. You may be thinking, well getting a good start is important in any race. You are correct, however, in high school and college sailing it is the key component to doing well in a race. … Read More
By Airwaves writer Joe Cooper The rapid commercialization of the America’s Cup and the Volvo Ocean Race has introduced to the rest of the sailing world in a dramatic fashion the idea of “professional sailor”. But just exactly IS a Professional Sailor? At the top of this pyramid are the “Top Guns”. This is the … Read More
Camp Winadu is America’s finest full season sports camp for boys. It is located in the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts only 2 1/2 hours from NYC and Boston. Winadu combines the high-quality instruction of a sports specialty camp and the fun and camaraderie of a traditional overnight camp. Boys of all skill levels thrive … Read More
By Rachael Silverstein Since the first inter-collegiate dinghy fleet race in 1930, small boats and fast racing have become a healthy addiction for young sailors across the country. In 1934, Princeton developed the Tiger dinghy, which expanded college racing along the east coast. More recently, schools have tried the Vanguard 15, Tech Dinghy, Firefly, and … Read More
By Airwaves writer Andrew Kerr The call of “change the headsail “has resonated with teams since the inception of competitive sailing. It is one of the ultimate calls to action for a team as the crew hurriedly goes about their tasks, very often under the pressure of time, tactical needs and weather concerns. I remember- … Read More
Great Harbor Yacht Club, situated on picturesque Nantucket harbor, offers its members exceptional recreational opportunities and dining options while making sure to immerse our members in Nantucket’s unique locale. The GHYC Clubhouse was designed by local architect Lyman Perry, in conjunction with seasoned Club architects, Hart Howerton. The post & beam construction of the Great … Read More
Camaraderie. At the Sarasota Yacht Club, a spirit of friendship and community makes everyone feel welcome. Whether you glide in dockside or step inside the new luxurious clubhouse, you’re greeted with a warm smile and outstretched hand. Our varied membership comprised of non-boating singles and families, cruisers and athletes under power or sail, love to … Read More
Whitecap Composites has been selected as the exclusive builder of the International Comet Class. With active fleets in Maryland, New Jersey, the Midwest and Bermuda, the appointment of a new builder will keep the class going for many more years to come. Whitecap has already completed new molds and tooling and has produced it’s first … Read More
RS Sailing would like to introduce the development of their latest sailboat, the RS Quest. Designed by RS Sailing and Jo Richards, the RS Quest is a 14’ 1” dinghy developed for use across all sailing programs across North America. RS Sailing have been aware of a potential opportunity to get more people afloat through … Read More
News Flash: Little Traverse YC has a RACE TEAM COACH position opening! About Little Traverse Sailors Little Traverse Sailors, a 501(C)(3) charitable education organization, has been a leader in teaching youth and adults how to sail for sixty years. Our mission is to build lifelong sailors, through offering fun and safe opportunities to learn on-the-water skills at … Read More
For Immediate Release- November 11, 2015 The South Carolina Yacht Club presented an idea to bring six teams from across North America to Hilton Head Island. With the help of Zim Sailing and the Westin Hilton Head Resort and Spa the concept of “OPTI” was born. The Optimist Pram Team Invitational (OPTI) was a team racing … Read More
WHAT: COLLEGE SAILING NIGHT WHERE: Severn Sailing Association, Annapolis, MD WHEN: 04 December 2015 1900-2100 LIVE VIDEO Come join us for a round-table discussion/Q&A session at Severn Sailing Association on Friday evening, 04 December 2016. Learn more about the not-so-mysterious world of college sailing from some of the … Read More