Winners are crowned at the 24th C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta and the 2026 U.S. Para Sailing Championships
Article by Sam Crichton NEWPORT, R.I. (June 30, 2026) – Twenty-five sailors competing at the 24th C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta and 2026 U.S. Para Sailing Championships have completed three days of racing which was preceded by a two-day coaching clinic. The 13 sailors in the 2.4mR class and six boats in the…Read More
Peter Herlihy and New Bedford Yacht Club Win 2026 US Youth Match Racing Championship for the Rose Cup
[caption id="attachment_47656" align="alignleft" width="300"] Photo Credit: Peter D Taylor[/caption] The 2026 US Youth Match Racing Championship for the Rose Cup, hosted by Oakcliff Sailing in Oyster Bay, N.Y., June 24–28, featured highly competitive racing despite exceptionally light winds that tested sailors and race officials throughout the weekend. "It was a pleasure hosting the young sailors…Read More
Statement from US Sailing Regarding Newport Bermuda Race Scoring
US Sailing recognizes that the software-related issue affecting the corrected-time calculations in the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race has had a significant impact on competitors, race officials, and the broader sailing community. We sincerely apologize for the role we played in what was a complex and multifaceted situation. The issue resulted from an error in the…Read More
The C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta to host the 2026 U.S. Para Sailing Championships
Article written by: Sam Crichton The C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta and U.S. Sailing are excited to announce that the 2026 U.S. Para Sailing Championships will be hosted by Clagett Sailing at the 24th C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta at Sail Newport in Newport, R.I. June 26-28. 2026 will…Read More
Training, Teamwork, and Camaraderie Define Annual Youth National Team Camp
Over 40 youth athletes and world-class coaches converged on Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI on June 12-16 for five days of training at the first-annual US Sailing Youth National Team June training camp. The camp served as preparation for the upcoming summer competition season, including National and World Championship regattas. Youth athletes attended the camp, sailing in the ILCA 6, i420 and 29er classes. Each day began with a morning workout, followed by coach briefings and on-water…Read More
US Sailing Calls for Board of Director Applications
US Sailing is seeking member input on great board candidates. We are actively searching for exceptional people with expertise to make a positive impact on our sport. In 2026, there are five seats opening on the US Sailing Board of Directors. The general membership will elect four at-large board members from a slate put forward…Read More
Liability Insurance for Race Officials
The National Association of Sports Officials (NASO) has again partnered with US Sailing to offer a discounted membership for certified race officials that includes liability insurance. NASO is a membership organization that provides services and publications to officials and works with sport governing bodies, including Equestrian, Rugby, Water Polo, Volleyball, US Youth Soccer, USA Pickleball and USTA.…Read More
US Sailing Welcomes Whitney Peterson as Director of Development & Strategic Partnerships
US Sailing is pleased to announce that Whitney Peterson has joined the organization as Director of Development & Strategic Partnerships. In this role, Peterson will help strengthen philanthropic support and strategic partnerships that advance US Sailing’s mission, support sailors at every level of the sport, and contribute to the success of the Team as it prepares for the…Read More