Menace Claims Race 3 in Wednesday Night Sailing Series
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Twenty-four boats took to the start line in Hamilton Harbor for Race Day 3 of the 2025 Wednesday Night Sailing Series, but challenging conditions saw a significant number of retirements. By the time the fleet had navigated the course, only 15 boats crossed the finish line, with nine recording a did not finish (DNF).
The first boat to complete the race was Crossfire, clocking an elapsed time of 1 hour, 2 minutes, and 2 seconds (1:02:02). However, after the application of their handicap, their corrected time of 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 25 seconds (1:08:25) placed them second overall on the night.
Nasty Medicine was the second boat to cross the finish line, with an elapsed time of 1 hour, 4 minutes, and 37 seconds (1:04:37). Their corrected time of 1 hour, 10 minutes, and 53 seconds (1:10:53) saw them finish sixth on the night.
Ultimately, the race victory was awarded to Menace, whose corrected time of 1 hour, 7 minutes, and 44 seconds (1:07:44) proved to be the fastest after handicaps were applied.
Stormy secured third place on the night with a corrected time of 1 hour, 10 minutes, and 2 seconds (1:10:02). The fifth boat in the RS 21 class finished fourth, clocking a corrected time of 1 hour, 10 minutes, and 43 seconds (1:10:43). Rounding out the top five finishers was the first boat in the RS 21 class, with a corrected time of 1 hour, 10 minutes, and 50 seconds (1:10:50).
The high number of retirements highlights the demanding conditions faced by the sailors in Hamilton Harbor, making Menace's victory all the more impressive. The Wednesday Night Sailing Series continues next week, with competitors hoping for more favorable winds.
Vieira Leads Eckerd Sailing to Seventh at Admiral's Cup
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Sailors Jordan Vieira and Paul Rodrigues Jr. played key roles as their Eckerd Open Sailing team finished a respectable seventh at the Admiral's Cup regatta. The team's performance was highlighted by a dominant victory in the A Division.
Vieira skippered the A Division boat, with Tia Soultanakis and Carter Morin as crew. The trio sailed impressively throughout the 12-race event, securing victory in their division with a total of 60 points. This placed them a significant 18 points ahead of their nearest rivals from St. Mary's. Their consistent performance included seven top-five finishes, punctuated by decisive wins in races No. 5 and 6.
Rodrigues Jr. took the helm of the B Division boat, with Avery Guck and Lily Schwartz crewing. They faced a tougher challenge, finishing in 13th place in their division with a total of 132 points.
Overall, Eckerd College accumulated 192 points, finishing seventh in the regatta, just four points shy of sixth place. The overall champions of the Admiral's Cup were Hobart and William Smith Colleges, who finished with a total of 158 points. Vieira's stellar performance in the A Division was a significant contribution to Eckerd's overall result.
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Curtis & Tucker Reign Supreme in Memorial Regatta
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The picturesque St. George’s Harbor played host to a vibrant spectacle of Comet Class sailing as nine boats lined up for the East End Mini Yacht Club’s Annual Patty Washington Memorial Regatta.
Continuing their winning form from the previous week, the formidable duo of Maxwell Curtis and Wesley Tucker once again proved their dominance on the water. The pair sailed consistently well throughout the four-race event, securing victories in two races and adding a second and a fourth-place finish to their tally. With sailors counting only their best three results, Curtis and Tucker emerged as clear winners with a low score of 4 points.
Alan and Sara Frith put in a strong challenge, finishing in second place overall with 6 points. They matched Curtis and Tucker with two race wins but also recorded two fourth-place finishes, ultimately placing them just behind the leaders.
Rounding out the podium in third place were Stephen Dickinson and Heath Foggo. Their consistent performance saw them finish second in two races and also claim a third-place finish, giving them a total of 7 points.
The Patty Washington Memorial Regatta showcased the enduring popularity and competitive spirit of Comet Class sailing in Bermuda, with Curtis and Tucker's impressive performance highlighting their current prowess on the local sailing scene.
Patty Washington Memorial Regatta Results
04 Maxwell Curtis & Wesley Tucker - Pole Position 06 Alan Frith & Sara Frith - Orion 07 Stephen Dickinson & Heath Foggo - Cedric 08 Gladwin Lambert & Stefan Maybury - Melody 15 Quinton Simons & Greg Proctor - Stir the Pot 16 Anthony Smith & Hong Gao - Rebel 21 Gregory Wade & Geno Smith - It’s A Standard 22 Zaniko Hendrickson & Zane Hendrickson - Silent Rage 22 Lorenzo Lambert & Shane Morrissey - SeaHawk
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Ebbin & Tulane Finish Eighth at Team Race Nationals
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Christian Ebbin and his Tulane University teammates concluded the 2025 ICSA Team Race National Championships on the Providence River in eighth place overall, after a challenging final day of competition.
Having shown significant improvement on day two, climbing to eighth with a record of seven wins and six defeats, Ebbin and his Tulane crew were hoping to carry that momentum into the final races. However, the final day did not unfold as they would have wished.
Tulane were unable to add to their win tally on the final day, unfortunately suffering defeats in all seven of their races. They were overcome by strong teams from Harvard University, Roger Williams University, Yale University, Dartmouth College, Brown University (the hosts), Stanford University, and Boston College.
Despite the disappointing end to the championships, Tulane's overall eighth-place finish represents a commendable effort in a highly competitive national field. The team will no doubt reflect on their performance and look to build on the positives from the earlier stages of the event.
Friday, April 25, 2025
Kemp, Penruddocke & Ebbin Compete on the Water
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Sebastian Kempe & Adriana Penruddocke Face Setbacks on Tricky Hyères Day
Day five of the challenging 56th French Olympic Week in Hyères proved to be a day of frustration for Bermuda's sailors, Sebastian Kempe and Adriana Penruddocke, who are competing amongst a strong international fleet.
In the highly competitive ILCA 7 fleet, Kempe endured a tough day with only one race completed. He was unfortunately handed a UFD penalty (U-Flag Disqualification) for a premature start. This resulted in a maximum points score for that race and saw Kempe drop from 11th to 15th overall, now holding a net score of 123 points.
Penruddocke, racing in the ILCA 6 fleet, also faced a difficult day with just a single race sailed. Starting the day in 24th position, she finished the race in 36th place. This result saw her slip to 26th overall at the end of the regatta, concluding with a net score of 122 points.
The unpredictable conditions in Hyères continue to test all the sailors, and unfortunately for Kempe and Penruddocke, day five did not yield the results they were hoping for.
Ebbin and Tulane Climb Rankings After Strong Day Two at Team Race Nationals
Christian Ebbin and his Tulane University teammates enjoyed a significantly improved performance on the second day of the prestigious 2025 ICSA Team Race National Championships, held on the Providence River and hosted by Brown University and the University of Rhode Island.
After a challenging opening day which saw them finish in 12th place with one win and three losses, Ebbin and his Tulane crew found their rhythm on day two. They secured an impressive six victories across their nine races, suffering only three defeats.
Tulane recorded wins against Roger Williams University, the U.S. Naval Academy, Brown University (the hosts), St. Mary’s College of Maryland, the College of Charleston, and Bowdoin College. Their losses came against strong opposition from Harvard University, Yale University, and Boston College.
This strong showing on day two propelled Ebbin and his teammates up the overall standings to 8th place with a much-improved record of seven wins and six defeats. The team will be looking to carry this momentum into the final day of the championships as they aim for a strong overall finish in this highly competitive national event.
