9 Olympians Welcomed Home at Eastern Yacht Club

Just over a month after the Paris Olympics, nine Olympians and a crowd of supporters gathered in Marblehead, MA at Eastern Yacht Club to celebrate the summer Games. Presented by Samsonite and Sextant Wines, the evening featured a panel-style discussion full of stories and lessons learned and allowed athletes time to reconnect with each other and visit with people who’d been cheering them on while they represented the US in France.

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Applications due October 1st for US Sailing Youth Racing Camps presented by Risk Strategies 

Youth Training Camps to be held in Florida and California in late November  UPDATE (October 1, 2024) - Applications for the 2024 Youth Racing Camps will be accepted until October 15th BRISTOL, R.I. (September 19, 2024) - US Sailing invites youth racing sailors in the youth worlds classes: ILCA 6, Formula Kite, iQFOiL, i420, 29er,…Read More

Sandra Svoboda’s Vision Steers U.S. Adult Sailing Championship to New Horizons 

Sandra Svoboda, chair of the U.S. Adult Sailing Championship Committee, has been at the helm for six months, bringing a fresh perspective and energetic leadership to the event. With a dedicated team of volunteers from across the country, her committee oversees recruiting and selecting host clubs for the championship, as well as choosing competitors nominated…Read More

Gene Hinkel Receives US Sailing President’s Award at Sonar World Championship 

In a heartfelt and exciting moment at the Sonar World Championship regatta dinner at Noroton Yacht Club in Darien, Connecticut, Gene Hinkel was honored with the prestigious US Sailing President's Award. The presentation, made by Betsy Alison on behalf of US Sailing President Rich Jepsen, came as a pleasant surprise to both Hinkel and the…Read More

US Sailing Awards Medal to Sailors for Rescuing Crew of Sinking Boat During Offshore Race

The US Sailing Safety at Sea Committee has awarded the Arthur B. Hanson Rescue Medal to the skippers and crew of two sailing vessels, Ceilidh and Banter, who rescued competitors off a life raft from the sailboat Alliance that sank during an offshore race.

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Legendary Rolex Big Boat Series Kicks Off in San Francisco

This year, over 70 boats will take to the line September 12-16 for the 60th edition of the event, with organizers showcasing its rich history and celebrating the many legendary yachts, crews and skippers who have participated since 1964.   

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High Performance Youth Sailing Shines at US Sailing’s Learn to Skiff Clinic in Maine 

From Phil Muller, US Sailing Youth Performance Manger:  US Sailing's Youth Department partnered with Portland Yacht Club to host a Learn to Skiff Clinic in Maine over the past weekend. 16 youth sailors ventured to the scenic waters of Maine for three days of high-performance sailing.   "Southern Maine has embraced the 29er as part of…Read More

2024 U.S. Singlehanded Champions Crowned in Richmond 

Event Recap: 2024 U.S. Singlehanded Championships   Richmond Yacht Club played host to the 2024 U.S. Singlehanded Championships, where skilled sailors faced off in the heart of San Francisco Bay at Richmond Yacht Club, also serving as the Aero North American Championship. With a challenging variation of light and heavy air conditions and strong current, the…Read More

Paris 2024: Your Questions, Their Stories

Welcome the US Olympic Sailing Team back from Paris and ask them your questions about their time in Marseille! Join nine Paris Olympians September 12 from 4:30 to 5:15 ET live from Eastern Yacht Club in Marblehead, MA.

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Top U.S. Sailors Set to Battle for National Glory at the 2024 U.S. Singlehanded Championships in San Francisco Bay 

Top U.S. Sailors Set to Battle for National Glory at the 2024 U.S. Singlehanded Championships in San Francisco Bay  Event Preview: 2024 U.S. Singlehanded Championships  The 2024 U.S. Singlehanded Championships is set to sail into action from September 6-8 at Richmond Yacht Club, in Richmond, California. This prestigious event will feature top-notch competition in both…Read More