Bristol, RI (February 25, 2026) - US Sailing has announced its 2025 Coaching Awards recipients, with a ceremony at the National Coaching Symposium February 17 at the Melges Watersports Center. Recipients were chosen from a pool of nominees submitted by the public. Volunteer Coach of the Year: Giff Constable, American Yacht Club The American Yacht…Read More
We are pleased to share that the first two newly relaunched US Sailing Regional Symposiums have been successfully completed. The first was held in Hilton Head, in conjunction with the South Atlantic Yacht Racing Association (SAYRA) Annual Meeting, followed by a second gathering in Seattle in partnership with The Sailing Foundation at the Corinthian Yacht…Read More
US Sailing and Goslings Rum have renewed their partnership for 2026 and 2027, reaffirming Goslings as the National Sponsor of US Sailing Adult Championships. As part of the renewed agreement, Goslings will continue as the Official Rum and Ginger Beer of US Sailing, bringing its iconic Dark ‘n Stormy® cocktail to Adult Championship regattas and…Read More
By Marie Rogers, from the SCYA Inclusive Boating Committee It goes without saying that youth sailing programs offer huge benefits. They help young people build confidence, independence, and teamwork through navigating wind and water, while also boosting STEM skills (physics, math) and environmental awareness, providing a great screen-free activity that develops responsibility, resilience, and lifelong…Read More
Edgewater Yacht Club (EYC) has been named the 2025 recipient of the prestigious St. Petersburg Yacht Club Trophy, recognizing exceptional race management at a single sailing event. The award follows EYC’s successful hosting of the 2025 Ensign National Championship, which brought a 30-boat fleet to Cleveland for four days of competitive racing last August. Emblematic of excellence in race…Read More
US Sailing is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy and the Kevin Burnham Memorial Award, which were presented at the New York Yacht Club Champion’s Dinner in New York City, as well as the Harman Hawkins Trophy, presented at the California Dreamin' Series at Balboa Yacht Club. These…Read More
[embed]https://youtu.be/bva0garZE0I[/embed] 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…Read More
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 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 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
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