At US Sailing, safety is in our mission. And your generosity helps make safety happen.
Two incidents this summer – which could have turned into tragedies on the water – highlight the importance of sailor preparedness and the impact of your support. Less than 48 hours after the start of the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race, the J/122 Alliance started taking on water. In the wee hours of the morning, the…Read More
You’re helping kids around the country learn STEM through sailing
From wind speed to ocean ecology, your support teaches lessons for life. This summer, ten sailing centers around the country received grants from US Sailing to implement the Reach Initiative. Your generosity and support from Rolex make these annual grants possible. Because of you, children are learning…Read More
You helped the next generation reach the podium!
Youth Team shines at 2024 World Championships The results at the 2024 Youth Sailing World Championships are a testament to the power of your support. In beautiful Lake Garda, Italy, the next generation of America’s top competitive sailors excelled against challengers from more than 70 other countries. And their results should make you proud.…Read More
Why Sailing will not be included in the Paralympics
The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games run from August 28 to September 8, and for the second Games in a row following Tokyo, sailing will not be featured. Read for a history on Paralympic sailing, why it was removed, and what we can do to help get it reinstated for Brisbane 2032.
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New US Sailing Board of Directors Nominees Announced for Upcoming Elections
New US Sailing Board of Directors Nominees Announced for Upcoming Elections BRISTOL, R.I. (28 August 2024) - The US Sailing Board of Directors 2024 election cycle is underway with final voting by the membership opening September 3, 2024 and running through October 13, 2024. US Sailing’s Nomination and Election Process The process to select nominees…Read More
An Open Letter on Paris 2024
From Marcus Lynch, Richard Jepsen, and Alan Ostfield: US Sailing Celebrates Strong Performances and Growth at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
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Event Recap: 2024 U.S. Team Racing Championship for the George R. Hinman Trophy
The 2024 U.S. Team Racing Championship, hosted by the Severn Sailing Association (SSA) in Annapolis, Maryland, was a thrilling display of tactical skill, teamwork, and competitive spirit. This prestigious event brought together top sailors from across the nation, all vying for the coveted George R. Hinman Trophy. 24 teams of 6 sailors each convened in…Read More
2024 Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy
This award, which has been given since 1957, recognizes individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to the sport of sailing in the United States. We invite the sailing community to submit nominations for those who have demonstrated exemplary leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing the sport. Named after Nathanael Greene Herreshoff, a legendary yacht designer…Read More