Lead-Up to LA28 Officially Begins with the Princesa Sofía Regatta in Mallorca
29 athletes representing the US across eight Olympic classes will spar with over 50 other countries at the 54th edition of the Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca, considered to be the European season opener. Racing runs March 31-April 5 in the Bay of Palma and is the largest annual Olympic class regatta with nearly 800 boats and boards competing.
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Team USA Hall of Fame Finalists: Scandone, McKinnon, and Findlay
Voting is open March 25 through April 14 and the public is invited to vote once a day at TeamUSA.com/HOF. The Team USA Hall of Fame inducts a new class every two years and currently holds 119 Olympians and Paralympians, 11 teams, five coaches, and 19 special contributors.
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How Sailing Has Shaped the Way We Speak
Sailing, whether on the ocean or a lake, has influenced not just trade, exploration, and warfare, but the way we speak today. Even if you’ve never set foot on a boat, chances are you’re already using sailing phrases without realizing it. It’s actually harder than you might think to avoid sounding like a sailor. Sailing…Read More
Jib and Mainsail Trim: How Telltales Work
In sailing, sail trim refers to adjusting the sails to the best angle relative to the wind. The goal is to position the sails to generate optimal lift through proper sail trim, allowing them to catch as much wind as possible without making the boat difficult to steer or become overpowered. The jib is the…Read More
Nearly 100 Olympic Hopefuls Train at CISA Clinic in Long Beach, CA
With Paris in the rear-view mirror, 94 athletes with sights set on representing the Stars and Stripes took to future Olympic waters at Alamitos Bay Yacht Club for the prestigious 2025 CISA Advanced Racing Clinic. The group spent 12 hours on the water, enjoyed five presentations, and learned from 16 staff that included six Olympian coaches for three days of training March 15-17.
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US Sailing Releases Details on 2025 U.S. Youth Championship and Youth Sailing World Championship Selection
US Sailing has announced the dates and location of the 2025 U.S. Youth Championship, to be hosted by Lauderdale Yacht Club, that also serves as the selection event for the 2025 Youth Worlds in Vilamoura, Portugal.
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Two-Time Olympian Lara Dallman-Weiss Trains Leaders Beyond the Water
Five Tips to Help You Build Olympic-Quality Leadership Habits After representing the U.S. in sailing at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Lara Dallman-Weiss is now applying the lessons she learned on the water as a high-performance athlete to help others navigate the pressures of leadership. As the Olympian in Residence at the…Read More
US Sailing and Risk Strategies Extend Long-Standing Partnership to Support the Sport of Sailing
BRISTOL, RI (March 17, 2025) – US Sailing is thrilled to announce the renewal of its over 25 year long-standing partnership with Risk Strategies, a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm. Risk Strategies will continue to serve as the exclusive Official Yacht Club, Sailing Organization, and Marine Insurance Partner for US Sailing.…Read More
Ayme Sinclair: Celebrating Pioneering Women for Women’s History Month
This Women’s History Month, US Sailing celebrates trailblazers who are not only excelling in their fields, but are also breaking barriers and advocating for inclusivity. As the CEO of Women Who Sail, former Vice President of the National Women’s Sailing Association, and a seasoned competitive sailor, Ayme Sinclair embodies that title.
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