This past week, I was lucky enough to sail the US Youth Match Racing Championship in Oyster Bay, New York. Crewing for Porter Killian (BYC), I trimmed the jib and worked the pit on the Sonar, along with Jeffrey Petersen (BYC) and Derek Pickell (BCYC). This was my first match race regatta, and first time sailing a Sonar, and I am so grateful to have the opportunity to compete with some of the most talented match race and keelboat sailors from around the country. Dave Perry, US Sailing Director and former head coach for the US Women’s Match Racing Team orchestrated the event in the form of a ‘clinegatta’, where the first two days were dedicated to a clinic, where the sailors could work on boat handling and tactics in preparation for the last three days of racing.

The Newport Harbor High School Sailing Team and families would like to thank you for your continued support. Your generous donation will allow our team to continue to build upon the success we have achieved at the regional and national levels.

The Newport Harbor Sailing Team has a long history of success, based on dedicated student athletes (highest GPA of any sports team at Newport Harbor High School), professional coaching, supportive parents, and the ability to fund a travel schedule that allows us tot compete in regional and national events.

“That went from Fresh to frightening” was the quote that was one; said at least three times a race and two; completely and accurately described this recent regatta held at St. Francis Yacht Club. Team Cricket Racing consisting of Skipper: Jeffrey Petersen, Age 16, Main Trimmer: Harrison Vandervort, Age 21, Jib Trimmer: Porter Killian, Age 18, and Bow: Britain Hammock, Age 21 took on the windy San Francisco Bay to compete in The United States Match Racing Championship Qualifier in hopes of earning a spot in this years Championship being held at Chicago Yacht Club. This event was my first chance to sail at this venue and, I am going to be completely honest, I had heard all the stories of big winds and was like “yeah ok, sure” not believing them being the typical Southern California sailor I am. But, let me tell you… the stories are are 110% true.

Thank you for your continued support of the Newport Harbor High School Sailing Team.  Your help has allowed our team to continually compete at the national level and constantly show that we are one of the top teams in the nation. 

The CDMHS Sailing Team thanks you for your continued and generous financial support. The funds directly contribute to the betterment of the team's program through improved equipment, coaching and opportunities for oru sailors to compete. Inspired by their high school experience, we have five of our seven seniors who will be sailing for their college teams in the Fall. Thank you for your support!

Thank you very much for the Newport Harbor Sailing Foundation's generous donation to Lighting Sailing Foundation! Our sailors are very excited about and appreciative of the support they've received from the NHSF and the broader Newport Harbor sailing community. Enclosed please find a team photograph for your enjoyment.