Crossfire proved to be the dominant force on the water, securing the Race Day 18 win in the Wednesday Night Sailing series with a commanding performance.
The victorious boat was the first to cross the finish line, clocking a time of 49:59. After corrected times were calculated, Crossfire's lead was confirmed with a winning time of 55:08, earning them top spot on the night.
The race also featured an interesting outcome for Nasty Medicine, which was the second boat to cross the line with a time of 53:00. However, after the corrections were applied, Nasty Medicine's time of 58:06 saw them finish in fifth place.
The podium was rounded out by Menace in second, with a corrected time of 55:32, and Falcon in third with a corrected time of 55:50. Peppercorn completed the top four, finishing just off the podium with a corrected time of 56:12.
Scatteraction Wins Tight Race Day 17 in Hamilton Harbor
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In an exciting evening on the water, Scatteraction clinched their third consecutive victory in the Wednesday Night Sailing series, reaffirming their dominance on Race Day 17.
The race, which saw boats leave Hamilton Harbour and head out into the Great Sound before returning, was a tactical battle. "Crossfire" was the first boat to physically cross the finish line with an elapsed time of 57:12. However, after the handicaps were applied, their corrected time of 1:03:05 placed them in third for the night.
"Nasty Medicine" was the next to finish, clocking an elapsed time of 58:44. Their corrected time of 1:04:25 saw them finish in sixth place.
"Scatteraction", despite an elapsed time of 1:06:01, proved that corrected time is what truly matters in this series. Their superior corrected time of 1:02:29 secured them the top spot on the podium.
The battle for the remaining top places was fiercely contested. "Passion" claimed a strong second place with a corrected time of 1:02:55. "Back in Black" was declared fourth with a corrected time of 1:03:21, and "Airforce" rounded out the top five with a corrected time of 1:03:55.
Bermuda Sailors compete in UK National Championships
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Six of Bermuda's most promising junior sailors have been competing against some of the best young talents in the world at the Gill IOCA UK British & Open National Championships 2025, hosted by the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy.
The prestigious regatta saw the Bermudian contingent split across the Gold and Silver Fleets, with each sailor gaining crucial experience in a highly competitive environment.
In the Gold Fleet, Thomas Mcbain led the Bermudian charge, finishing in a respectable 22nd place with a total of 203 Net Points. Mcbain showcased flashes of his top-end potential, with a best finish of 6th in the first qualifying race and a strong 9th place in the final race, a testament to his resilience and ability to compete with the top tier of the fleet.
He was joined in the Gold Fleet by Heath Meyers, who finished 47th with 335 Net Points. Meyers also demonstrated his capabilities with a best finish of 9th in two of the qualifying races, a valuable result in such a large and competitive field. Miguel Leite was the third Bermudian in the Gold Fleet, finishing 61st with 468 Net Points, with his best results being a pair of 25th place finishes in the qualifying rounds.
In the Silver Fleet, Benjamin De Couto put in a standout performance, leading the Bermudian sailors by finishing in 8th place with 343 Net Points. His best result of the regatta was a superb 3rd place finish in the fourth race of the final series, highlighting his ability to battle for a podium spot.
Alfie Jansma finished 41st in the Silver Fleet with 516 Net Points, with his best race being a 17th place finish in the fourth final race. James De Couto rounded out the Bermudian contingent, finishing 60th with 665 Net Points, and a best finish of 28th place in the final race of the regatta.
The experience gained at this level, competing at a venue with a rich Olympic sailing history, will prove invaluable for all six young sailors as they continue their development in the sport. Their performances on the UK stage demonstrate the depth of talent emerging from Bermuda's sailing community.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Scatteraction Claims Back-to-Back Wednesday Night Wins
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The Great Sound of Bermuda was once again alive with the spectacle of the Wednesday Night Sailing Series this week, as 29 boats took to the water for Race Day 16. The evening proved a masterclass in tactical sailing, with "corrected time" ultimately deciding the podium finishers.
While the thrill of being first across the line is undeniable, the true test of skill in handicap racing lies in the corrected time – a calculated figure that adjusts for differences in boat design and speed, ensuring fair competition across the diverse fleet.
"Crossfire" was the first vessel to physically cross the finish line, recording an elapsed time of 56 minutes and 7 seconds (56:07). However, once the handicaps were applied, their corrected time of 1 hour, 1 minute, and 54 seconds (1:01:54) saw them finish in 9th place on the night. "Nasty Medicine" followed swiftly, crossing the line in 56 minutes and 33 seconds (56:33), but their corrected time of 1 hour, 2 minutes, and 2 seconds (1:02:02) placed them 10th.
For the second consecutive week, "Scatteraction" emerged as the triumphant winner. Despite an elapsed time of 1 hour, 2 minutes, and 56 seconds (1:02:56) for physically crossing the finish line, their expertly calculated corrected time of 59 minutes and 34 seconds (59:34) secured them the top spot.
The battle for the remaining podium places was incredibly tight. "Menace" was declared second on the night, demonstrating a strong performance with a corrected time of 59 minutes and 44 seconds (59:44). Rounding out the top three, "Airforce" clocked in with a corrected time of 59 minutes and 54 seconds (59:54), highlighting the razor-thin margins in this competitive series.
The consistent high-level performances in the Wednesday Night Sailing Series underscore the strategic depth of sailing in Bermuda, where precision and understanding of handicaps are just as vital as raw boat speed.
Brangman & Nanette Claim 'Stickers' Hendrickson Jr Regatta
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Dale Brangman and his crew aboard Treasurer Nanette demonstrated a masterful performance to win the Lawrence 'Stickers' Hendrickson Jr Regatta, held off the Mid Atlantic Sail Boat Club along North Shore. Their consistent sailing across the day's races saw them accumulate a winning total of just six net points.
A fleet of 10 boats competed in the regatta, which featured a series of challenging races. Brangman and Nanette's victory was built on a strong set of results, including one race win, a second-place finish, a third, and a fourth across the day's contests.
The competition for the podium was tight, with Max Curtis and his crew Wesley Tucker securing second place, finishing on nine points. They were joined on the same points tally by the third-place finishers, veteran Gladwin Lambert and his crew Amber Bradshaw, highlighting the closely fought nature of the event.
Individual race honours were spread across the fleet. Veteran sailor Lambert, as he did in the previous week's regatta, once again showed his class by crossing the line first in the opening race of the day. Quinton Simons and his crew Greg Proctor claimed victory in the second race. Brangman then took his winning turn in the third race, before Max Curtis clinched the final race of the regatta, rounding off an exciting day of sailing.
Lawrence ‘Stickers’ Hendrickson Jr Regatta 2025
06 Dale Brangman & Treasurer Nanette 09 Max Curtis & Wesley Tucker 09 Gladwin Lambert & Amber Bradshaw 11 Quinton Simons & Greg Proctor 13 Zaniko Hendrickson & Zane Hendrickson 15 Greg Wade & Geno Smith 16 Tre Joinville & Dwight Robinson 17 Anthony Smith & Zanikae Hendrickson 17 Lorenzo Lambert & Shane Morrisey 23 Jahshon Smith & Sivaja Perinchief
