US Sailing to Roll Out Updated Racing Rules App in December 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    US Sailing to Roll Out Updated Racing Rules App in December  Print Copies of the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing Available in January; Dave Perry's Books Available December 1     Bristol, R.I. (October 29, 2024) – As the countdown to the 2025 rules cycle begins, US Sailing is excited to announce…Read More

Nominate Trailblazers in Adaptive Sailing for Top Honors 

It’s time to recognize those who have made a lasting impact on adaptive sailing in the United States. Nominations are now open for the Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy and the Robie Pierce Award, two of the highest honors in adaptive sailing. These awards celebrate individuals and programs that have shown extraordinary dedication to promoting…Read More

Meet Diana Emmanuelli: US Sailing Competition Manager

[caption id="attachment_43298" align="alignleft" width="377"] Diana Emmanuelli, right, at the U.S. Multihull Championship. Simone Staff / US Sailing[/caption] If you participated in, volunteered for, or watched a US Sailing Championship, you have most likely met (or emailed with) Diana Emmanuelli, US Sailing’s Competition Manager.   But more than just a regatta-organizing extraordinaire, Emmanuelli is an accomplished race…Read More

US Sailing Announces New President of Board of Directors for 2024 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  US Sailing Announces New President of Board of Directors for 2024  New Vice President and Three Elected Members Also Announced Following Annual Board of Directors Meeting   BRISTOL, RI (October 24, 2024) – US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport of sailing in the United States, is pleased to announce the…Read More

US Sailing Announces Release Schedule for the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing  

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   US Sailing Announces Release Schedule for the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing   Bristol, R.I. (October 22, 2024) — US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport of sailing, has announced the release schedule for the 2025-2028 edition of The Racing Rules of Sailing, Including the US Sailing Prescriptions. The new rules…Read More

Sears Cup Champion Edward Bursk Returns to the Trophy at 92 

On a crisp autumn day, Edward Bursk, now 92 years old, journeyed to the US Sailing offices in Bristol, RI, to take a photo with the trophy that cemented his name in sailing history—the Sears Cup. Seventy-five years ago, at the age of 17, Bursk and his team from Cohasset Yacht Club claimed victory in…Read More

Submit Your Nominations for US Sailing One Design Awards 

The One Design Awards represent a recognition of excellence, innovation, and leadership in the vibrant world of one design sailing, celebrating the individuals, clubs, and events that elevate the sport. As the 2024 nomination deadline of December 1 approaches, sailors and enthusiasts alike are encouraged to reflect on those who have made exceptional contributions to…Read More

Wayzata Sailing is a Model of Inclusivity and Excellence on Lake Minnetonka 

Nestled in a wooded corner of Lake Minnetonka in Wayzata, Minnesota, is a state-of-the-art community sailing building – home to Wayzata Sailing and its more than 1200 annual participants (even though, yes, their lake is a sheet of ice for at least four months of the year).   As one of US Sailing’s Accredited Community Sailing…Read More

Spotlight on Minneapolis Sailing Center: Navigating a Legacy of Inclusion, Community, and Opportunity 

Nestled on the shores of Bde Maka Ska, the Minneapolis Sailing Center (MSC) has been a cornerstone of the city's rich sailing culture since its founding in 1989. With over 125 years of documented sailing history in the Minneapolis area, MSC has built a reputation as a premier urban community sailing center, offering high-quality sailing…Read More

Spotlight on Yuri Namikawa: A Journey of Sailing Across Disciplines 

Yuri Namikawa’s sailing career is as diverse as it is inspiring. From the waters of Southern California to the competitive racecourses of San Francisco Bay, she has embraced various forms of sailing, each with its own set of challenges and rewards. Namikawa’s journey, filled with family roots, a love for the sport, and a deep…Read More