written by Megan Cahill-Assenza On Friday, August 1, under cloudy skies and strong morning winds, Centerport Yacht Club hosted its annual Ice Cream Cup, welcoming 35 Optimist sailors from seven clubs: Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club, Head of the Bay Club, Sea Cliff Yacht Club, Port Washington Yacht Club, ... read more »

written by Erin Wojdaszka July 24th saw a fantastic turnout at Cedar Point Yacht Club for their 2025 Junior Race Week—a highlight of the summer for young sailors and families alike. The parking lot was packed with trailers, Fevas, ILCAs, and Club 420s, lining up alongside a buzzing crowd of coaches, ... read more »

written by Erin Wojdaszka Stamford Yacht Club’s 7th annual Cannon Cup on July 21, 2025  was a day packed with energy, smiles, and amazing sailing spirit. As young Optimist dinghy sailors arrived, excitement filled the air for this JSA Area C qualifier for the JSA Optimist Champs in August. The boats ... read more »

written by Megan Cahill-Assenza Port Washington Yacht Club’s annual Make-A-Wish Regatta is more than just a day on the water—it’s a celebration of compassion, community, and the power of kids helping kids. Now in its 24th year, the event brought together almost 110 junior sailors from across Long Island ... read more »

feature image photographed by Rafael Posvar written by Erin Wojdaszka From July 14th through 17th, Larchmont Yacht Club once again opened its doors and docks to hundreds of junior sailors for the 99th Annual Junior Race Week—a beloved summer tradition that brings together competition, friendship, ... read more »

written by Erin Wojdaszka The Pequot Invitational Regatta sailed into Southport CT  on July 10th and 11th, bringing together some of the best young sailors in ILCA, Feva, and Club 420 classes for two days of action-packed racing and good vibes. Day one kicked off under a cloudy sky with a light ... read more »

written by Erin Wojdaszka July 3rd brought perfect sailing conditions for the annual Eastern Districts regatta, with blue skies and a steady breeze setting the stage for some exciting competition. This year, the action was split between two local clubs: Noroton Yacht Club hosted the Club420 and Feva ... read more »

written by Chris Foley at IHYC featured photo contributed by Chris Foley Thank you sailors for coming to what turned out to be one heck of a regatta! As Edward Arredondo, IH Jr Chair, said it, "doesn't matter if you placed... what matters is that you showed up, worked hard, got a little ... read more »

written by Megan Cahill-Assenza For many junior sailors, the Western District Regatta marked their first time racing in a big fleet—and the excitement was contagious. The regatta brought together young sailors eager to test their skills, build confidence, and experience the thrill of competition on the ... read more »