US Sailing Board of Directors Nominee Announced for Upcoming Election

BRISTOL, R.I. (September 18, 2025) – The US Sailing Board of Directors 2025 election will open for voting by the US Sailing membership on September 23, 2025.   US Sailing’s Nomination and Election Process    The process to select nominees begins months in advance. There is a rigorous nomination procedure, where the US Sailing Nominating Committee identifies…Read More

Two US Teams Take on 2025 Offshore Double Handed World Championship

[caption id="attachment_45820" align="alignleft" width="200"] Credit: Lotte Johnson Film[/caption] Two mixed-gender US teams – Jesse Fielding & Leah Sweet and Joseph Kurta & Adrianna Lee – will take to the waters off Cowes in the United Kingdom September 22 to October 1 to compete against some of the best shorthanded offshore sailors in the world for…Read More

Championship of Champions Takes on the Sandpiper

[caption id="attachment_45741" align="alignleft" width="437"] Boats at the 2023 Sandpiper Nationals. Credit: Katie Iverson[/caption] BRISTOL, R.I. (September 9, 2025) – Twenty teams composed of National, North American, and World Champions and their crew representing 19 different one-design classes will converge at New Bedford Yacht Club in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, September 10–13, for the 50th edition of US…Read More

US Sailing Partners with The Windjammer Way

US Sailing is proud to announce a new partnership with The Windjammer Way, a modern revival of classic windjammer cruising dedicated to restoring and operating magnificent historic vessels throughout the Caribbean. This collaboration unites sailing with maritime heritage preservation, creating unique opportunities to advance the sport while honoring its rich traditions. Together, US Sailing and…Read More

It Takes a Village: 2025 Championship of Champions

US Sailing’s Most Storied Invitational Returns in 2025 with a Community Effort to Celebrate Its Golden Issue In 2025, US Sailing will mark the 50th edition of its Championship of Champions (CofC), a milestone year for the elite invitational that brings together the best of the best U.S. sailors in one design sailing. First held…Read More

Two Gold, One Bronze for Team USA at Junior Pan American Games

Encarnación, Paraguay (August 19, 2025) – Team USA sailors delivered a standout performance at the 2025 Junior Pan American Games, winning two gold medals and one bronze on the waters of the Paraná River. The Junior Pan American Games, now in its second edition, brought together athletes ages 17–22 from across the Americas, with 23…Read More

An Open Letter to the Sailing Community

As I mark 100 days as CEO of US Sailing, I want to take a moment to reflect, report, and recommit—to you, to our mission, and to the future of sailing in the United States. This past May, my career pivoted. I went from being a professional sailor into the role of Chief Executive Officer…Read More

San Francisco Yacht Club Wins the Chubb U.S. Youth Triplehanded Championship

[caption id="attachment_45624" align="alignleft" width="518"] The Chubb U.S. Youth Triplehanded Championship for the Sears Cup award winners. US Sailing / Colin Grey[/caption] August 11, 2025 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — After three days of thrilling, high-intensity racing on the iconic San Francisco city front, the San Francisco Yacht Club claimed victory at the 2025 Chubb U.S. Youth…Read More

A Heartbreaking Loss for the Sailing Community

US Sailing is deeply saddened by the tragic accident that occurred on Monday, July 28 near the Miami Yacht Club, resulting in the loss of two young sailors and injuries to others. We extend our most sincere condolences to the families, friends, and all those impacted by this heartbreaking event. Our thoughts are with the…Read More

Chicago Yacht Club: Where Legacy Meets World Class Competition 

This fall, the heart of the Midwest will once again be home to some of the most competitive sailing in the United States as the Chicago Yacht Club (CYC) embraces the 2025 U.S. Match Racing Championship. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Windy City skyline, this storied venue will host the nation’s premier open match racing event from…Read More