US Sailing Announces Winners of the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards
US Sailing is proud to announce the winners of the prestigious 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards. Paul Cayard has been named the Rolex Yachtsman of the Year, while Laura Grondin has been named the Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year. These awards recognize their exceptional accomplishments in the sport of sailing over…Read More
U.S. Athlete Selection Procedures Announced for 2026 World Sailing Youth Match Racing World Championship
US Sailing has released the athlete selection procedures for the 2026 World Sailing Youth Match Racing World Championship, set to take place from June 21-25, 2026 in Middelfart, Denmark. This prestigious event will showcase the top young match racing talent with U.S. athletes competing for the chance to represent their country on an international stage. Full selection process available here. The deadline to submit an application is March 15, 2026 at midnight…Read More
US Sailing Announces 2025 Community Sailing Award Winners
US Sailing is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Community Sailing Awards, which will be presented virtually this year in a presentation at the end of the month. These awards honor exceptional individuals and organizations that have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and dedication to fostering community sailing programs and expanding public access to…Read More
US Sailing and New England Ropes Renew Longstanding Partnership
US Sailing and New England Ropes have renewed their partnership for 2026. As the “Official Rope Provider of US Sailing and the US Sailing Team,” New England Ropes reaffirms its commitment to supporting sailors across the United States with top-quality marine cordage. This partnership strengthens the shared mission of both organizations to advance the sport of sailing through excellence, safety, and innovation.…Read More
US Sailing Announces U.S. Selection Procedures for the 2026 Team Racing World Championship
US Sailing has published the official selection procedures for the U.S. team(s) that will represent the United States at the 2026 Team Racing World Championship in Stockholm, Sweden scheduled for August 12–16, 2026. Selection will be determined through a competitive, performance-based pathway designed to identify the nation’s top team racers. One U.S. team will earn…Read More
US Sailing Opens Applications for the 2026 David Storrs Match Racing Grant
Supporting the next generation of U.S. match racers while honoring a champion’s legacy CLICK HERE FOR FULL GRANT INFORMATION CLICK HERE TO APPLY US Sailing has opened applications for the 2026 David Storrs Match Racing Grant Program, a competitive development grant offering financial support and mentorship to help young sailors advance their match racing careers. Established in…Read More
US Sailing Announces Finalists for the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards
US Sailing is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards, honoring the most outstanding performances by American sailors over the past year. The finalists for the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman of the Year are: Justin Callahan Taylor Canfield Paul Cayard The finalists for the 2025 Rolex Yachtswoman…Read More
Building a Stronger Future for US Sailing by Charlie Enright
2025 was a year of transition—both for US Sailing and for me personally. When I accepted the role of CEO, it was with the intention of giving back to a sport that has given me so much. I stepped into the position with eyes wide open, yet as with any meaningful change, there were lessons…Read More