Matt Bounds Claims Alter Cup Trophy at 2019 U.S. Multihull Championship

Racing has concluded at the 2019 U.S. Multihull Championship. Matt Bounds (Commerce Township, Mich.) maintained the lead he established on day one and prevailed to win the 2019 Alter Cup Trophy by six points.

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Achieving Success at the Leiter

The endeavor of challenging yourself to go beyond your comfort zone can further develop your sailing skills, leading to greater results from both a competitive perspective and your mindset. Registering for a new regatta, sailing in a new fleet and traveling to a new venue are all unique elements that push you outside your comfort zone but will ultimately help you to achieve success!

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US Sailing and the Sperry Local Ambassador Program – Brad Read

Meet Brad Read from Newport, R.I. US Sailing and Sperry have partnered to recognize local sailors for contributions made to their respective sailing communities. Sperry Local Ambassadors have a passion for sailing and they share that passion with others to get out on the water and support the growth of our sport. Brad Read, Executive…Read More

America’s Cup Challenger Boosts US Sailing Youth Champs

US Sailing today announced that New York Yacht Club American Magic, Challenger for the 36th America’s Cup, will send sailing team members to coach competitors during the 2019 U.S. Youth Sailing Championships on June 21-25, 2019 at Little Egg Harbor Yacht Club in Beach Haven, New Jersey.

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US Sailing and the Sperry Local Ambassador Program – Rob Migliaccio

Meet Rob Migliaccio from Newport, R.I. US Sailing and Sperry have partnered to recognize local sailors for contributions made to their respective sailing communities. Sperry Local Ambassadors have a passion for sailing and they share that passion with others to get out on the water and support the growth of our sport. Rob Migliaccio is…Read More

US Sailing and the Sperry Local Ambassador Program – Kim Hapgood

  Meet Kim Hapgood of Sail Newport US Sailing and Sperry have partnered to recognize local sailors for contributions made to their respective sailing communities. Sperry Local Ambassadors have a passion for sailing and they share that passion with others to get out on the water and support the growth of our sport. Kim Hapgood…Read More

US Sailing and Regatta Craft Mixers Align on New Multi-Year Sponsorship

US Sailing and Regatta Craft Mixers, a producer of premium craft mixers, have entered a new multi-year sponsorship agreement. Regatta Craft Mixers is now the Official Craft Mixer and Ginger Beer of US Sailing.

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Recap: Laser Senior European Championships

After two races today in both fleets, the final standings of the U.S. athletes have been set. Paige Railey jumped ahead of teammate Erika Reineke to take the top overall U.S. finish. Railey finished in eighth overall and Reineke finished just behind, in ninth. Chris Barnard still takes the lead in the Men’s Laser Standard fleet among U.S. Competitors. Barnard finished in 19th overall, followed by Malcolm Lamphere (84th), Henry Marshall (87th), Ford McCann (93rd), and Paul Didham (134th).

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safety at sea

US Sailing Awards Hanson Medal to Crew for Rescue in Buzzards Bay

The US Sailing Safety at Sea Committee will award the Arthur B. Hanson Rescue Medal to six crew for their rescue of nine people separated from their capsized powerboat in Buzzards Bay (Mass.).

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Sarah Newberry and David Liebenberg, Nacra 17

Recap: 49er, 49erFX, and Nacra 17 European Championships

Racing will be taking place from May 13 to 19 at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy for the 2019 Volvo 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 European Championships. 

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