Foiling Week Flocks to Pensacola with High-Speed Racing and Community Events

Running February 24 – March 2, the event is the first and only global event of its kind dedicated to a range of foiling boats and boards, bringing together athletes, designers, and manufacturers from across the globe.

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US Sailing Announces Organizational Restructuring to Enhance Support for Key Sailing Initiatives

BRISTOL, RI – February 21, 2025 – US Sailing, the national governing body for the sport of sailing in the United States, today announced a strategic restructuring of its organization to optimize support for its core programs, including Olympic and high-performance sailing, offshore sailing, education, community sailing, competition and youth development. This restructuring includes the…Read More

The Glenn Lattimore Grant Program: Empowering Women and Girls in US Sailing

The Glenn Lattimore Grant Program continues to nurture an inclusive and diverse sailing community by providing financial support for women and girls to participate in US Sailing Championships. Established in 2019, this program honors the legacy of Virginia Glenn Hill Lattimore, a trailblazer in women’s sailing, and ensures her spirit continues to aid and inspire future generations of women in sailing. 

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US Sailing Announces Winners of One Design, Adaptive, Education, and Training Awards at Sailing Leadership Forum 2025 

US Sailing is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 One Design Awards, Adaptive Awards, and Training Awards, which were revealed at a celebratory award ceremony during the Sailing Leadership Forum in Coronado, California. These prestigious awards honor the individuals, teams, and organizations making outstanding contributions to the sport of sailing through leadership, innovation, and dedication to growth and accessibility. 

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Event Announcement: International Sailing Officials to Lead Exclusive Clinic in Madison, WI

The sailing community in and around Madison, Wisconsin, is invited to an exclusive interactive clinic led by two top international sailing officials. This special event will provide unique insights into the decision-making processes of race officials and offer an open-minded approach to racing and officiating. 

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Five-Time Olympian Stu McNay Talks to 5th Graders About his Journey

Stu McNay, a five-time Olympian who competed in the 2024 Summer Games in Marseille, France, recently spoke to a group of 5th-grade students in Rhode Island about his journey from a kid who loved sports to an Olympic competitor.

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Storm Trysail Club to Host ORC North Americans During 31st Block Island Race Week

The Storm Trysail Club is excited to announce that the Offshore Racing Congress (ORC) 2025 North American Championship will be hosted as part of the 31st Block Island Race Week (BIRW), set to take place June 21-27, 2025. This follows the highly successful ORC World Championship held in Newport last fall.

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Tacking Tips Part I – The Turn

Good tacks are essential to good racing. Make each tack a little better and you’ll save a few boat lengths every race. Tacks can be divided into two parts: The Turn and The Acceleration.

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Future Goals and Expanding Impact of US Sailing’s Reach Program 

Looking toward 2025, the Reach Program has several exciting goals to continue building on its impact. Community sailing centers are integral to the mission of US Sailing’s Reach Program, serving as local hubs where young people engage with sailing as a platform for science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), and environmental learning. In the United States,…Read More

US Sailing’s Winter Domestic ODP Training Camps Hit Midway Point

The second winter ODP training camp wrapped just before the holidays for 66 athletes, marking the halfway point. Consistent with all ODP camps, athletes were welcomed to a training oasis that prioritized time on the water and surrounded them with comprehensive resources to support an intense five days.

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