Giving Back to the Sport: Ellen Pesch’s Journey as a Certified Race Official

Ellen Pesch is exactly the kind of person you want on the committee boat when you compete. She’s well trained, understands the rules, is thoughtful and fair, has competed as a sailor herself, has earned several certifications, and is driven to continually learn more. Because of you, people like Ellen are able to study with…Read More

Sailing Makes an Impact That Lasts a Lifetime

Sears Cup Champion Edward Bursk Returns to the Trophy at 92 On a crisp autumn day, Edward Bursk, now 92 years old, journeyed to the US Sailing offices in Bristol, RI, to take a photo with the trophy that cemented his name in sailing history—the Sears Cup. Seventy-five years ago, at the age of 17,…Read More

10 Athletes Dive Into 49erFX with Paris Henken for Clinic in Miami

Led by Rio 2016 49erFX Olympian, Paris Henken, the clinic was the second of its kind in 2024 focused on building depth in the American 49erFX class and upskilling newer skiff athletes in a highly technical boat.

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SafeSport Explained

As the winter rolls around, it’s a great time to brush up on your SafeSport training! SafeSport training is a free online course that provides education on: Sexual Misconduct Awareness  Emotional and Physical Misconduct  Mandatory Reporting (Understanding Your Responsibilities) Following initial Core training, members can take an annual refresher training that will include new topics. …Read More

US Sailing to Roll Out Updated Racing Rules App in December 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    US Sailing to Roll Out Updated Racing Rules App in December  Print Copies of the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing Available in January; Dave Perry's Books Available December 1     Bristol, R.I. (October 29, 2024) – As the countdown to the 2025 rules cycle begins, US Sailing is excited to announce…Read More

Nominate Trailblazers in Adaptive Sailing for Top Honors 

It’s time to recognize those who have made a lasting impact on adaptive sailing in the United States. Nominations are now open for the Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy and the Robie Pierce Award, two of the highest honors in adaptive sailing. These awards celebrate individuals and programs that have shown extraordinary dedication to promoting…Read More

Meet Diana Emmanuelli: US Sailing Competition Manager

[caption id="attachment_43298" align="alignleft" width="377"] Diana Emmanuelli, right, at the U.S. Multihull Championship. Simone Staff / US Sailing[/caption] If you participated in, volunteered for, or watched a US Sailing Championship, you have most likely met (or emailed with) Diana Emmanuelli, US Sailing’s Competition Manager.   But more than just a regatta-organizing extraordinaire, Emmanuelli is an accomplished race…Read More

US Sailing Announces New President of Board of Directors for 2024 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  US Sailing Announces New President of Board of Directors for 2024  New Vice President and Three Elected Members Also Announced Following Annual Board of Directors Meeting   BRISTOL, RI (October 24, 2024) – US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport of sailing in the United States, is pleased to announce the…Read More

US Sailing Announces Release Schedule for the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing  

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   US Sailing Announces Release Schedule for the 2025-2028 Racing Rules of Sailing   Bristol, R.I. (October 22, 2024) — US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport of sailing, has announced the release schedule for the 2025-2028 edition of The Racing Rules of Sailing, Including the US Sailing Prescriptions. The new rules…Read More

Sears Cup Champion Edward Bursk Returns to the Trophy at 92 

On a crisp autumn day, Edward Bursk, now 92 years old, journeyed to the US Sailing offices in Bristol, RI, to take a photo with the trophy that cemented his name in sailing history—the Sears Cup. Seventy-five years ago, at the age of 17, Bursk and his team from Cohasset Yacht Club claimed victory in…Read More