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• Olympic Classes Season Opener Set for Spain
  March 25, 2026
  More than 40 US sailors will take to the water in Palma de Mallorca, including Olympians, time-tested pairings, and some new debuts from US teams and athletes for the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofìa Regatta.   The regatta, which marks the official European season opener with all 10 Olympic classes in Read More
• US Sailing Announces 2025 Adaptive Award Recipients
  March 18, 2026
  US Sailing presented the organization’s two Adaptive Sailing Awards – the Robie Pierce and the Gay S. Lynn – in a ceremony at the New England Regional Symposium at Bristol Yacht Club. Hudson River Community Sailing was awarded the Robie Pierce for Outstanding Adaptive Programming, while Paul Read More
• Mt. Baker Rowing and Sailing Center Presented US Sailing Prosser Award
  March 3, 2026
  US Sailing has announced Mt. Baker Rowing and Sailing Center as the winner of the 2025 Captain Joe Prosser Award for Excellence in Sailing Instruction. The award honors programs that demonstrate exceptional leadership, instructional excellence, and a steadfast commitment to advancing the quality Read More
• US Sailing Announces Inaugural Race for the US Open – Offshore
  February 27, 2026
  US Sailing is proud to announce the launch of the US Open – Offshore with a Caribbean to Newport race. The historic first edition will start off St. Barths on May 9, 2026, and finish off Fort Adams in Newport, R.I. Organized by US Sailing, the US Open – Offshore will be a race of Read More
• US Sailing Announces 2025 Coaching Awards Recipients
  February 25, 2026
  US Sailing has announced its 2025 Coaching Awards recipients, with a ceremony at the National Coaching Symposium February 17 at the Melges Watersports Center. Recipients were chosen from a pool of nominees submitted by the public. Volunteer Coach of the Year: Giff Constable, American Yacht Club The Read More
• An Update from Andrew Clouston on US Sailing’s Regional Symposiums and Expanding Regional Engagement 
  February 25, 2026
   We are pleased to share that the first two newly relaunched US Sailing Regional Symposiums have been successfully completed. The first was held in Hilton Head, in conjunction with the South Atlantic Yacht Racing Association (SAYRA) Annual Meeting, followed by a second gathering in Seattle in Read More
• US Sailing and Goslings Rum Renew Partnership Through 2027  
  February 25, 2026
  US Sailing and Goslings Rum have renewed their partnership for 2026 and 2027, reaffirming Goslings as the National Sponsor of US Sailing Adult Championships. As part of the renewed agreement, Goslings will continue as the Official Rum and Ginger Beer of US Sailing, bringing its iconic Dark ‘n Read More
• Zarrin’s Story
  February 24, 2026
  By Marie Rogers, from the SCYA Inclusive Boating Committee It goes without saying that youth sailing programs offer huge benefits. They help young people build confidence, independence, and teamwork through navigating wind and water, while also boosting STEM skills (physics, math) and environmental Read More
• Edgewater Yacht Club Honored with 2025 St. Petersburg Yacht Club Trophy for Excellence in Race Management
  February 17, 2026
  Edgewater Yacht Club (EYC) has been named the 2025 recipient of the prestigious St. Petersburg Yacht Club Trophy, recognizing exceptional race management at a single sailing event. The award follows EYC’s successful hosting of the 2025 Ensign National Championship, which brought a 30-boat fleet to Read More
• US Sailing Announces Winners of 2025 US Sailing Awards
  February 13, 2026
  US Sailing is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy and the Kevin Burnham Memorial Award, which were presented at the New York Yacht Club Champion’s Dinner in New York City, as well as the Harman Hawkins Trophy, presented at the California Dreamin’ Series Read More
• US Sailing Announces Winners of the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards
  February 12, 2026
  US Sailing is proud to announce the winners of the prestigious 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards. Paul Cayard has been named the Rolex Yachtsman of the Year, while Laura Grondin has been named the Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year. These awards recognize their exceptional Read More
• U.S. Athlete Selection Procedures Announced for 2026 World Sailing Youth Match Racing World Championship
  February 10, 2026
  US Sailing has released the athlete selection procedures for the 2026 World Sailing Youth Match Racing World Championship, set to take place from June 21-25, 2026 in Middelfart, Denmark.  This prestigious event will showcase the top young match racing talent with U.S. athletes competing for the Read More
• US Sailing Announces 2025 Community Sailing Award Winners
  February 10, 2026
  US Sailing is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Community Sailing Awards, which will be presented virtually this year in a presentation at the end of the month. These awards honor exceptional individuals and organizations that have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and Read More
• US Sailing and New England Ropes Renew Longstanding Partnership
  February 4, 2026
  US Sailing and New England Ropes have renewed their partnership for 2026. As the “Official Rope Provider of US Sailing and the US Sailing Team,” New England Ropes reaffirms its commitment to supporting sailors across the United States with top-quality marine cordage.   This partnership strengthens Read More
• US Sailing Announces U.S. Selection Procedures for the 2026 Team Racing World Championship
  January 30, 2026
  US Sailing has published the official selection procedures for the U.S. team(s) that will represent the United States at the 2026 Team Racing World Championship in Stockholm, Sweden scheduled for August 12–16, 2026. Selection will be determined through a competitive, performance-based pathway Read More
• US Sailing Opens Applications for the 2026 David Storrs Match Racing Grant
  January 15, 2026
  Supporting the next generation of U.S. match racers while honoring a champion’s legacy CLICK HERE FOR FULL GRANT INFORMATION  CLICK HERE TO APPLY US Sailing has opened applications for the 2026 David Storrs Match Racing Grant Program, a competitive development grant offering financial support and Read More
• US Sailing Announces Finalists for the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards
  January 12, 2026
  US Sailing is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards, honoring the most outstanding performances by American sailors over the past year. The finalists for the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman of the Year are: Justin Callahan Taylor Canfield Paul Cayard Read More
• Building a Stronger Future for US Sailing by Charlie Enright
  January 9, 2026
  2025 was a year of transition—both for US Sailing and for me personally. When I accepted the role of CEO, it was with the intention of giving back to a sport that has given me so much. I stepped into the position with eyes wide open, yet as with any meaningful change, there were lessons and Read More
• US Sailing Announces Olympic Sailing Leadership Restructure
  January 5, 2026
  US Sailing today announced an Olympic Sailing leadership transition that includes the conclusion of Marcus Lynch’s tenure as High Performance Director and the appointment of Molly Vandemoer as Director of Olympic Sailing. After two years of dedicated service, Marcus Lynch will be departing US Read More
• USA wins Gold, Bronze at the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championship
  December 19, 2025
  After 5 days of intense competition in Vilamoura, Portugal, David Coates of Coconut Grove, Florida secured the Gold in the ILCA 6 Male event at the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships. Coates sailed with remarkable poise and consistency, battling a wide range of weather conditions from 0 to 30 Read More
• US Sailing Announces 2026 Regional Symposiums and National Coaching Symposium
  December 17, 2025
  US Sailing is pleased to announce the return of its Regional Symposiums and National Coaching Symposium in 2026. Together, these events highlight US Sailing’s continued commitment to education, collaboration, and community building across the sailing landscape. Participants will have the Read More
• US Sailing Releases 2025 Reach Initiative Impact Report
  December 16, 2025
  Data Reveal Significant Growth in Participation, Partnerships, Scholarships Granted     US Sailing is proud to announce the release of the 2025 Reach Initiative Impact Report, which reveals a growing demand for hands-on learning in the STEM fields. Since its inception in 2012, Reach – US Read More
• Statement from US Sailing on U.S. Coast Guard Approved Personal Flotation Devices Required at US Sailing Events
  December 15, 2025
  US Sailing requires all participants wear a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved personal floatation device (PFD) at US Sailing Championships, clinics, and sailing events for which US Sailing is the Organizing Authority.  The US Coast Guard has updated and revised its life jacket requirements, Read More
• US Sailing Youth Team Set to Compete at the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships
  December 8, 2025
  413 athletes representing 67 countries are set to compete at the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships in Vilamoura, Portugal, taking place December 12-20. The prestigious Youth Worlds competition began in 1971 and has since served as a proving ground for sailing talent on the international stage. Read More
• US Sailing Unveils 2025–2028 Strategic Plan to Strengthen, Grow, and Elevate the Sport Nationwide
  December 8, 2025
  US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport of sailing and the Member National Authority of World Sailing in the United States, today announced the release of its 2025-2028 Strategic Plan. Developed through an inclusive, community-driven process involving sailors, coaches, volunteers, Read More
• US Sailing Statement on Storm Sails
  December 4, 2025
  US Sailing clarifies that the current US Sailing Safety Equipment Requirements (SER) do not include the recent Offshore Special Regulations (OSR) changes that prohibit battens in storm sails and restrict a storm jib from being flown with any other sail forward of the mast. The OSR change requiring Read More
• Top Sailors and Coaches Converge at US Youth Team Thanksgiving Camp
  December 3, 2025
  Just before the Thanksgiving holiday, top youth sailors from across the country converged in Miami, FL for four days of training and competition at the US Youth Team Thanksgiving Camp. This annual camp is an opportunity for top youth sailors to wrap up the year with highly competitive sailing led Read More
• US Sailing Announces 2026 Board of Directors
  November 13, 2025
  US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport of sailing in the United States, is pleased to announce the results of the 2026 Board of Directors elections. This year, one proven leader has been re-elected to the Board by US Sailing’s general membership, and two additional members have been Read More
• Jim Sajdak Wins 2025 U.S. Multihull Championship in Corpus Christi
  November 12, 2025
  After four days of champagne sailing on Corpus Christi Bay, Jim Sajdak has been crowned the 2025 U.S. Multihull Champion, etching his name on the prestigious Hobie Alter Cup for the first time. Hosted by the Corpus Christi Yacht Club and raced in Formula Wave Class catamarans, this year’s Read More
• The Room Where It Happens: World Sailing Annual Conference Recap by Charlie Enright
  November 9, 2025
  November 1st marked six months since I became CEO of US Sailing. I spent that day in Manhattan resting before running an ill-advised TCS New York City Marathon — one I’d registered for before taking on this more-than-full-time role. I found myself wondering where all my training time had gone? Read More
• 2025 U.S. Multihull Championship Set to Be Largest US Sailing Adult Event of the Year 
  October 31, 2025
  The 2025 U.S. Multihull Championship will unite more than 90 competitors from 25 states and 3 countries for four days of exhilarating, high-performance racing co-hosted by the Corpus Christi Yacht Club and the Formula Wave Class. Marking the last and largest US Sailing Adult Championship of 2025, Read More
• Archipelago Rally Recap from Charlie Enright
  October 22, 2025
  Three weeks ago, I got a text from Chris Museler, one of the founders of the Archipelago Rally, letting me know that it was going to be held in Wickford, RI on October 18th. I was excited by the prospect of attendance. It’s always seemed cool from afar, but I had a lot going on and it fell off my Read More
• US Sailing Awards Hanson Medal to Sailors for Saving Lives of Crew on Sinking Sailboat
  October 20, 2025
  BRISTOL, RI (October 7, 2025) – The US Sailing Safety at Sea Committee awarded the Arthur B. Hanson Rescue Medal to the skippers and crew of two yacht racing sailboats for their rescue of the skipper and crew of a competitor’s sailboat which sank during a regatta on Long Island Sound. The awards Read More
• Young Sailors Shine at the 2025 U.S. Youth Championship in Fort Lauderdale
  October 15, 2025
  After a weekend of patience, perseverance, and tactical racing, champions were crowned at the 2025 U.S. Youth Championship, hosted by Lauderdale Yacht Club. Six fleets battled it out over three days of shifting conditions—ranging from light and lumpy to the classic Lauderdale breeze that filled in Read More
• Peter Holz Captures Prince of Wales Bowl for the Second Time in the 2025 U.S. Match Racing Championship in Chicago
  October 13, 2025
  After three days of intense, head-to-head racing on Lake Michigan, hometown favorite Peter Holz and his Windy City Racing team captured victory at the 2025 U.S. Match Racing Championship (USMRC), hosted by Chicago Yacht Club. Sailing in Tom 28s under challenging autumn conditions, Holz and crew Read More
• Stage is Set for 2025 Youth Championship
  October 8, 2025
  Over 200 athletes will take to Lauderdale Yacht Club for the 2025 U.S. Youth Championship October 11-13. Sailors will be fighting for trophies in six classes: the 29er, ILCA 6, ILCA 7, i420, Nacra 15, and iQFOiL.  This year’s championship carries extra weight for the eligible sailors in the Youth Read More
• Top U.S. Match Racers Battle for the Prince of Wales Bowl in Chicago
  October 7, 2025
  Click here for full recap 2025 U.S. Match Racing Championship Kicks Off at Chicago Yacht Club The nation’s top match racers are headed to the Windy City this weekend as Chicago Yacht Club hosts the 2025 U.S. Match Racing Championship, the premier event in American match racing. Ten high performance Read More
• 12 US Teams to Compete at Combined 49er, 49erFX, and Nacra 17 Worlds
  October 7, 2025
  Twelve US teams – four Nacra 17, five 49er and three 49erFX – have landed in Cagliari, Italy for the combined world championship taking place October 7-12. Crystal clear waters, fantastic wind, and warm temperatures set the scene for one of the largest events on the Olympic fleet’s calendar. A Read More
• Repeat Victory for Schaffner at the 2025 U.S. Offshore Sailing Championship in Annapolis
  October 6, 2025
  It was a weekend of light air, tactical finesse, and family milestones as Chip Schaffner and team from Edgewater Yacht Club in Cleveland, Ohio claimed victory at the 2025 U.S. Offshore Sailing Championship, hosted by the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD October 3-5.  For Schaffner, the win Read More
• Nominations Open for 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year
  October 6, 2025
  US Sailing announced that nominations for the 2025 US Sailing Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year are open, widely acknowledged as the premier individual sailing honor in the United States. Established in 1961 by US Sailing and in partnership with Rolex since 1980, US Sailing’s Rolex Read More
• U.S. Offshore Sailing Championship Returns to Annapolis
  October 3, 2025
  The nation’s top offshore sailors are gathered in Annapolis this weekend for the 2025 U.S. Offshore Sailing Championship, hosted by the U.S. Naval Academy Sailing Program. Crews will race in Navy 44s for the prestigious Lloyd Phoenix Trophy, navigating a mix of buoy races, coastal legs, and, Read More
• Champions Crowned at the 2025 U.S. Para Sailing Championship in San Diego
  September 30, 2025
  Southern California once again delivered perfect sailing conditions for the 2025 U.S. Para Sailing Championship, hosted by Coronado Yacht Club. Over three days of racing, 26 sailors representing four nations (USA, CAN, CHI, MEX) completed 11 races in steady winds and relatively flat water on San Read More
• Los Huevos Capture Third Straight Hinman Trophy at 2025 U.S. Team Racing Championship
  September 29, 2025
  Los Huevos have secured their place in U.S. team racing history, winning the 2025 U.S. Team Racing Championship and hoisting the George R. Hinman Trophy for the third consecutive time. With this “Hinman Hat Trick,” they become only the second team ever to achieve three straight victories, joining Read More
• Twin Cities Regional Sailing Association Captures the Clifford D. Mallory Trophy at the 2025 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship in Utah 
  September 29, 2025
  The 2025 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship concluded Sunday at the scenic Jordanelle Reservoir, where the Twin Cities Regional Sailing Association claimed the prestigious Clifford D. Mallory Trophy after 10 round-robin format races.  Skipper Kurt Taken-Holtze, with crew Jeff Hames and Jon Lee, Read More
• Ten Top US Teams Heading to Utah for U.S. Adult Sailing Championship
  September 24, 2025
  Two trophies are up for grabs in three days of racing on the Jordanelle Reservoir, hosted by Park City Sailing Association PARK CITY, Utah (Sept. 24, 2025) – Dozens of sailors from throughout the United States will compete for three days on the Jordanelle Reservoir in the U.S. Adult Sailing Read More
• U.S. Para Sailing Championship Set for September 26–28 at Coronado Yacht Club
  September 24, 2025
  The nation’s top adaptive sailors will gather at Coronado Yacht Club from Friday, September 26 through Sunday, September 28 for the 2025 U.S. Para Sailing Championship, US Sailing’s premier adaptive sailing event.  Racing will be contested in two divisions:  Singlehanded – Hansa 303: Open to Read More
• 14 Teams Face Off for U.S. Team Racing Championship at Larchmont
  September 24, 2025
  Eighty-four of the country’s top team racers will descend on Larchmont Yacht Club for the 2025 U.S. Team Racing Championship for the George R. Hinman Trophy. This year’s roster is a who’s-who of college and post-college talent, featuring returning champions, ICSA Hall of Famers, College Team Race Read More
• Blue Chip Regatta Recap from Charlie Enright
  September 23, 2025
  I’m currently flying back from a 5-day trip to Pewaukee, Wisconsin. It was one of the most enjoyable sailing experiences of my entire life, and that’s saying a lot. I was the Mystery Guest at the Blue Chip Regatta, racing in E Scows, hosted by the Pewaukee Yacht Club, and the wonderful folks who Read More
• US Sailing Board of Directors Nominee Announced for Upcoming Election
  September 18, 2025
  The US Sailing Board of Directors 2025 election will open for voting by the US Sailing membership on September 23, 2025.   US Sailing’s Nomination and Election Process    The process to select nominees begins months in advance. There is a rigorous nomination procedure, where the US Sailing Read More
• Two US Teams Take on 2025 Offshore Double Handed World Championship
  September 17, 2025
  Two mixed-gender US teams – Jesse Fielding & Leah Sweet and Joseph Kurta & Adrianna Lee – will take to the waters off Cowes in the United Kingdom September 22 to October 1 to compete against some of the best shorthanded offshore sailors in the world for the Offshore Double Handed World Read More