🎙️ ICYMI: Sir Russell Coutts Joins the American Sailor Podcast! ⛵️
Hosts John Pierce and Charlie Enright sat down with sailing legend, Olympic gold medalist, and SailGP Co-Founder & CEO Sir Russell Coutts for a deep dive into the future of professional and youth sailing!
Here are the big takeaways from their conversation:
• 🏆 SailGP’s Evolution: From funding all six startup teams in 2018 to...🎙️ ICYMI: Sir Russell Coutts Joins the American Sailor Podcast! ⛵️
Hosts John Pierce and Charlie Enright sat down with sailing legend, Olympic gold medalist, and SailGP Co-Founder & CEO Sir Russell Coutts for a deep dive into the future of professional and youth sailing!
Here are the big takeaways from their conversation:
• 🏆 SailGP’s Evolution: From funding all six startup teams in 2018 to nearly selling out every franchise, the league is tracking toward a massive 20+ event global calendar featuring split fleets (10 and 10).
• 🇺🇸 The Critical US Market: With the USA SailGP team climbing the rankings and a new state-of-the-art training facility opening in Pensacola this September, the US is more central to the league's commercial future than ever.
• 🗽 Next Stop: New York! Mark your calendars for the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix (May 30-31) racing right off Manhattan and Governor’s Island. Look for live coverage on the CBS Sports Network and YouTube!
• 👧 Youth Sailing Shakeup: Russell drops some "controversial" wisdom on youth sports—arguing we evaluate kids far too young, push spectators and parents too far away, and need to embrace more double-handed boats and modern foiling disciplines to keep numbers in the sport.
"We want to have the boats challenging to sail. We want to test for the best sailors in the world." — Sir Russell Coutts
🎧 Listen to the full episode to hear Russell reminisce about a 1996 regatta in Wisconsin, his thoughts on the upcoming LA 2028 Olympics, and why he thinks race committees need to stop postponing races for wind shifts!
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Ep. 21 Interview: SailGP CEO Sir Russell Coutts

This week, we sit down with sailing legend Sir Russell Coutts — ISAF Youth World Champion, Olympic gold medalist, five-time America’s Cup winner, and co-founder & CEO of SailGP. Russell joins hosts John Pearce and Charlie Enright for a wide-ranging conversation on building SailGP into a global league, the future of the sport, and his candid perspective on sailing’s development pathway. Along the...

⛵️ Big news for aspiring Olympic sailors! 🇺🇸
US Sailing and Oakcliff Sailing are teaming up to launch a second Olympic Pathways Camp this summer, heading to San Pedro, California from August 10–12, 2026!
Even more exciting? It's taking place right at the official venue that will host the sailing competitions for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games! 🌟
Whether you’re exploring Olympic-class sailing for...⛵️ Big news for aspiring Olympic sailors! 🇺🇸
US Sailing and Oakcliff Sailing are teaming up to launch a second Olympic Pathways Camp this summer, heading to San Pedro, California from August 10–12, 2026!
Even more exciting? It's taking place right at the official venue that will host the sailing competitions for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games! 🌟
Whether you’re exploring Olympic-class sailing for the first time or already competing, this camp offers an incredible chance to: 🔹 Train in high-performance classes (49er, 49erFX, Nacra 17, and 470) 🔹 Get hands-on coaching from elite instructors 🔹 Learn the ins and outs of campaign planning and athlete development
🏆 Put skills to the test: The camp wraps up with the Triple Crown 2 Regatta from August 14–16, giving sailors the perfect opportunity to apply everything they’ve learned in a competitive environment.
If you’re ready to take the next step toward your Olympic dreams, don’t miss out on this path to the world stage.
👉 Read the full announcement and get details on how to get involved here: www.ussailing.org/news/olympic-pathways-camp-comin…
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⛵American Sailor Podcast | Episode 20: Olympic Trajectories, Youth Power, and Cup Shakeups! ⛵
We’ve officially hit 20 episodes! 🎉 In this jam-packed episode, the Pod Squad is joined by special guest host Molly Vandemore, US Sailing's Director of Olympic Sailing, to break down the massive energy building in the American sailing scene.
Here’s what’s cooking in the world of US Sailing:
• 🏆 Palma Regatta...⛵American Sailor Podcast | Episode 20: Olympic Trajectories, Youth Power, and Cup Shakeups! ⛵
We’ve officially hit 20 episodes! 🎉 In this jam-packed episode, the Pod Squad is joined by special guest host Molly Vandemore, US Sailing's Director of Olympic Sailing, to break down the massive energy building in the American sailing scene.
Here’s what’s cooking in the world of US Sailing:
• 🏆 Palma Regatta Recaps: The US team showed serious depth at the Trofeo Princesa Sofía with 47 US athletes competing and four teams finishing in the top five! Huge shoutouts to Noah Lyons (IQFoil Men) and the duo of Nevin Snow & Ian MacDiarmid (49er) for bringing home silver medals 🥈🇺🇸.
• 📋 The New Olympic Format: The crew dives into what the new compressed finals format means for athletes, traditionalists, and the future of media storytelling in the sport.
• 🌴 LA 2028 Horizon: Molly shares an insider look at the training compounds and footprints taking shape in Long Beach and San Pedro as athletes gear up for summer training.
• 🌊 America's Cup Groundbreaker: Reaction to the stunning news of Rhode Island’s Sail Newport launching a community-sailing-backed challenge for the America's Cup 🏆😲.
• 🚀 Next Gen Excellence: Congratulations to the 61 athletes named to the second annual US Sailing Youth National Team! The summer training calendar is officially set, leading up to the Youth Worlds in Portugal this December.
🎁 Listener Perk! Because we made it to Episode 20 without being pulled off the air, we're giving away American Sailor stickers! Want one? Send your mailing address and feedback to americansailor@ussailing.org (limited supply!).
👉 Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review!
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Ep: 20 Notice Board: Palma recap with Molly...

In this week's episode, the pod squad is joined by US Sailing's Director of Olympic Sailing, Molly Vandemoer to discuss the latest happenings in the Olympic sailing scene and recap of an intense week of competition in Palma!

⛵️ New Episode Drop: Deep Dive into Regatta Management! ⛵️
We are kicking off the upcoming sailing season with a brand-new episode of the American Sailor Podcast!
Hosts John Pierce and Whitney Kent sit down with special guest host Lynn Lynch, the Sailing Director at the New York Yacht Club and a highly certified International Race Officer (IRO). With the summer season just around the corner,...⛵️ New Episode Drop: Deep Dive into Regatta Management! ⛵️
We are kicking off the upcoming sailing season with a brand-new episode of the American Sailor Podcast!
Hosts John Pierce and Whitney Kent sit down with special guest host Lynn Lynch, the Sailing Director at the New York Yacht Club and a highly certified International Race Officer (IRO). With the summer season just around the corner, we’re getting into the nitty-gritty of what it takes to run world-class events.
🎧 Inside This Episode:
• The Logistics of 1,600+ Sailors: Lynn breaks down the massive undertaking of running the Annual Regatta, from managing 160 boats to navigating complex scoring formats.
• The Game-Changer—Markbots: How robotic marks are completely shifting the strategy and pace of modern team racing.
• High-Tech vs. Pure Sailing: A fascinating discussion on how automated line calling and advanced rating rules are impacting competitors and race committees alike.
• Road to LA 28: A sneak peek at the incredible depth of talent in the US race official community leading up to the next Olympic games.
• The "Dark Art" of Race Committee: Ever wonder what happens right after a race officer cancels racing for the day? Lynn shares a hilarious cautionary tale from Newport.
We also give a massive shoutout to the recent American champions at the Wasp games in Pensacola, and look ahead to the 47 US athletes benchmarking their skills at the upcoming Palma Regatta!
"I feel as competitive running the races as I do sailing in them." — Lynn Lynch
Whether you're an elite racer, a weekend frostbiter, or a volunteer on your local race committee, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.
👇 Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform! 👇
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Ep 19 Interview: NYYC Sailing Director Lynn Lynch

This week we are joined by New York Yacht Club Sailing Director Lynn Lynch! Listen as we dive into her career and how she got to NYYC, what it takes to put on a world-class regatta, and her take on how technology has evolved in the sport for Race Committees and sailors alike!

🌊 Sailing News Round-up! ⛵️
The latest episode of the American Sailor Podcast is out, and we’re covering everything from podium finishes to frozen lakes! Here’s what you missed:
🏆 Victory in Sydney! A massive shoutout to the US SailGP Team for their incredible win in Australia. This marks the first top-podium finish for the new team led by Taylor Canfield and Mike Buckley.
🌟 Awards Season: We...🌊 Sailing News Round-up! ⛵️
The latest episode of the American Sailor Podcast is out, and we’re covering everything from podium finishes to frozen lakes! Here’s what you missed:
🏆 Victory in Sydney! A massive shoutout to the US SailGP Team for their incredible win in Australia. This marks the first top-podium finish for the new team led by Taylor Canfield and Mike Buckley.
🌟 Awards Season: We celebrated the 2024 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year, Paul Cayard and Laura Grondin. We also break down the transparent voting process behind these prestigious honors.
🎤 Symposium Highlights:
• Regional Symposiums: US Sailing is hitting the road to connect with local organizations on program leadership and fundraising.
• National Coaching Symposium: We headed to Florida for on-water drills and expert sessions with legends like Dave Perry, Ed Baird, and Matt Belcher.
❄️ Winter Winds: From an "epic" ice boating season in the Northeast and Midwest to the start of the college sailing season (including the Cactus Cup in Arizona!), sailors are finding ways to get on the water—even if it's frozen.
✅ PSA: It’s instructor certification season! Now is the time to sign up for small boat, keelboat, and Safety at Sea courses.
Listen to the full episode for all the details! 🎧
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Ep. 17 Notice Board: Guest Host Charlie Enright

In this week's episode, US Sailing CEO Charlie Enright rejoins the podcast, highlighting the Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards, US Sailing Symposiums, SailGP, and more!

🇺🇸 Meet the 2026 US Sailing Youth National Team! ⛵️
We are thrilled to celebrate the next generation of American sailing talent! US Sailing has officially announced the 2026 US Sailing Youth National Team (USYNT), featuring 61 elite athletes from across the nation.

🌟 Pathway to Greatness
Now in its second year, the USYNT is a vital bridge in the Olympic development pathway, connecting youth...🇺🇸 Meet the 2026 US Sailing Youth National Team! ⛵️
We are thrilled to celebrate the next generation of American sailing talent! US Sailing has officially announced the 2026 US Sailing Youth National Team (USYNT), featuring 61 elite athletes from across the nation.

🌟 Pathway to Greatness
Now in its second year, the USYNT is a vital bridge in the Olympic development pathway, connecting youth talent to the US Sailing Team. These athletes (age 19 and under) have qualified in high-performance classes including:

29er, i420, Nacra 15, ILCA 6, iQFOiL & Formula Kite

💪 Training for Success
The team will receive world-class support, including dedicated training camps and expert coaching at major international championships. Key upcoming dates:

June: National Team Training Camp at Roger Williams University (Bristol, RI).

September: Training in San Francisco, CA.

November: Training in Miami, FL.

December 11–19: Up to 16 athletes will represent the USA at the Youth Sailing World Championships in Vilamoura, Portugal!

"Our goal is to bring the top youth sailors in the US together as one team, to train in collaborative settings and compete for the USA." — Phil Muller, US Sailing Youth Performance Manager.

Join us in cheering on these incredible young athletes as they set sail toward their dreams! 🌊💨

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Happy 2026, sailors! ⛵️ The American Sailor Podcast is back for its first episode of the year, and we are kicking things off with some major announcements and a deep dive into the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year finalists!
Here is what’s on deck:
🏆 Rolex Finalists: The Best of 2025
The shortlists are in, and the competition is stacked! We’re discussing the incredible seasons of:...Happy 2026, sailors! ⛵️ The American Sailor Podcast is back for its first episode of the year, and we are kicking things off with some major announcements and a deep dive into the 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year finalists!
Here is what’s on deck:
🏆 Rolex Finalists: The Best of 2025
The shortlists are in, and the competition is stacked! We’re discussing the incredible seasons of:
• Yachtsman Finalists: Justin Callahan (Team/Match Racing & Snipe), Taylor Canfield (J/70 & M32 Worlds), and Paul Cayard (Star World Champion 37 years after his first win!).
• Yachtswoman Finalists: Allie Bell (Transpac winner), Laura Grondin (J/70 World Champion), and Pearl Lattanzi (Waszp Women’s World Champion).
⚓️ US Sailing News & Updates
• Olympic Leadership: Big welcome to Molly Vandemore, our new Director of Olympic Sailing! Molly and CEO Charlie Enright are leading a restructure to charge toward LA 2028 and beyond.
• National Coaching Symposium: We’re back in person! Join us in Merritt Island, FL, Feb 17-19. Keynotes include Triple Olympic Medalist Mat Belcher and coaching legend Dave Perry. Register by Feb 1st to avoid late fees!.
• Regional Symposiums: Coming to Seattle, Bristol, and more! (Note: The Hilton Head event is currently postponed due to weather) .
• Host a Course: Want a Level 1-3 instructor course at your club? Submit your request form at least six weeks in advance to get on the calendar.
🎧 Tune In
Catch the full breakdown of the "Why of the Y" (Yachtsman/Yachtswoman) and hear Phil Mueller rub in the 76-degree Florida weather.
📺 Watch on YouTube to see Whitney’s "art gallery" backdrop or 🎧 Listen on Spotify/Apple Podcasts!
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Ep. 15 Notice Board: All things Rolex Yachtsman...

Gather ‘round: it’s Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year season!! Hosts John Pearce, Lexi Pline, and Whitney Kent (with special guest Phil Muller!) talk all things Y of Y on the pod this week, from the nomination process to an overview of each of the finalists. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts 🎙️

⛵ The American Sailor Podcast: 2025 Year-End Wrap-Up!
As we look toward 2026, the official podcast of US Sailing is wrapping up the year with a special holiday episode. Hosts John Pierce, Whitney Kent, and Lexi Pine share major highlights from 2025 and what’s on the horizon for the sailing community.
Key Highlights:
• New Leadership: 2025 marked the start of Charlie Enright’s tenure as the new...⛵ The American Sailor Podcast: 2025 Year-End Wrap-Up!
As we look toward 2026, the official podcast of US Sailing is wrapping up the year with a special holiday episode. Hosts John Pierce, Whitney Kent, and Lexi Pine share major highlights from 2025 and what’s on the horizon for the sailing community.
Key Highlights:
• New Leadership: 2025 marked the start of Charlie Enright’s tenure as the new CEO of US Sailing, bringing a fresh, "doer" mentality to the organization.
• Epic Championship Season: It was a landmark year for championships, including the first mountain-hosted adult championship in Park City and the debut of foiling in the single-handed championships.
• Upcoming Symposiums: Get ready for 2026! Regional symposiums are kicking off in South Carolina (Jan 23-25), Seattle (Feb 21-22), and Rhode Island (March 18), plus the return of the National Coaching Symposium in Florida (Feb 18-19).
• Awards & Nominations: Don’t forget to nominate the "legends" in your community! Applications for association awards are open through December 31st.
• Mailbag Hot Take: The team discussed a passionate listener's suggestion to move high school and college sailing away from the traditional 420 toward more high-performance boats.
Action Items for Sailors: ✅ Sign up to host an instructor or safety course for 2026. ✅ Check out your US Sailing member benefits for discounts on gear like Revo sunglasses and SailFlow. ✅ Get away from the screens and go touch some waves!
Listen to the full episode at americansailing.org or on your favorite podcast platform!
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Ep 14 Notice Board: Holiday Edition!

Catch the year’s final American Sailor Episode where hosts John Pearce, Lexi Pline and Whitney Kent discuss their favorite highlights from 2025. Perfect listening while you do your last-minute wrapping or the drive to grandma’s house 🎄🎁

Sailors, catch up on the latest from the American Sailor Podcast!
⛵️🎙️In this "Notice Board" episode, hosts John Pierce, Whitney Kent, and Janelle Martin are joined by guest host and sailing legend Andrew Campbell!
Andrew brings his expertise as a 2008 Olympian, three-time America’s Cup competitor with American Magic, and current member of the SailGP USA team.
Here’s what’s inside the...Sailors, catch up on the latest from the American Sailor Podcast!
⛵️🎙️In this "Notice Board" episode, hosts John Pierce, Whitney Kent, and Janelle Martin are joined by guest host and sailing legend Andrew Campbell!
Andrew brings his expertise as a 2008 Olympian, three-time America’s Cup competitor with American Magic, and current member of the SailGP USA team.
Here’s what’s inside the episode:College Sailing Corner: A deep dive into the "Year of the Hoya" (2006) and Andrew’s decorated college career.
They also cover current results, including Harvard's win at the Open Atlantic Coast Championship and Stanford's victory in the Women's event.
Championship News: Updates on recent and upcoming events, including the J/70 Worlds in Buenos Aires (huge congrats to winner Laura Grondin!), the J/22 North Americans, and the Kennedy Cup.
SailGP Buzz: Andrew shares insights on the upcoming season finale in Abu Dhabi and the "Turkey legs on the foils" plan for Thanksgiving training.
Pro Tips: The "Say Yes to Sailing" philosophy—why the best way to learn is simply to get out on the water, no matter the boat or format.
Notable Shoutouts:Justin Callahan (Harvard) for winning his division at ACCs four years in a row!Vanessa Lahrkamp (Stanford) for her incredible dominance in both open and women’s circuits.
🎧 Listen now to get the full download on the industry news, regatta results, and sailing stories you don't want to miss.
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Ep. 11 Notice Board: Guest Host Andrew Campbell...

In this week’s episode, the crew is joined by guest host and sailing rockstar Andrew Campbell, chatting about youth sailing, college sailing, Olympics, America's Cup, SailGP and much more.

Legends & Leaders on the American Sailor Podcast!
This week, we are bringing you a double-header of sailing excellence. We sit down with the new "Chief" of US Sailing and a Newport icon who paved the way for women on the bow. ⛵️

⚓️ Part 1: The CEO Corner with Charlie Enright
Fresh off his first six months as CEO of US Sailing, Charlie Enright joins us to talk about his whirlwind tour of the U.S...Legends & Leaders on the American Sailor Podcast!
This week, we are bringing you a double-header of sailing excellence. We sit down with the new "Chief" of US Sailing and a Newport icon who paved the way for women on the bow. ⛵️

⚓️ Part 1: The CEO Corner with Charlie Enright
Fresh off his first six months as CEO of US Sailing, Charlie Enright joins us to talk about his whirlwind tour of the U.S. sailing scene.

On the Road: From the high-energy Blue Chip Regatta in Wisconsin to the inspiring USOPC Assembly in Salt Lake City as we look toward LA28.

Strategic Vision: Charlie gives us an inside look at the new US Sailing Strategic Plan (launching this November!) and his "myopic" focus on making sure US Sailing does the most important things exceptionally well.

The "Stoke" Award: A recap of the Archipelago Rally, where Charlie’s own kids took home the hardware!

🌟 Part 2: The Original "Bow Chick" – Martha Parker
We are honored to welcome Martha Parker, founder of Team 1 Newport, to share stories from her incredible 40-year career.

Breaking Glass Ceilings: Martha recalls being the first woman to win prize money in sailing and her days doing bow for America’s Cup legends.

Survival & Success: A raw look at the early days of Team 1 Newport—starting on a second floor with no budget, surviving "trial by fire" management, and the mentors who helped her turn a small shop into a 40-year legacy.

The Mantra: "If you told me I couldn't do something, I'd dig my heels in and prove you wrong."

📈 Also in this Episode:
Annapolis Boat Show Recap: 50,000 sailors, hundreds of conversations, and the return of the face-to-face sailing community.

Youth Champs News: The fierce battle for the IQFoil Youth World spot at Lauderdale Yacht Club.

🎧 Tune in to hear these two powerhouses discuss the past, present, and future of American sailing!

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Ep. 10 Interview: Newport icon Martha Parker

In this week's episode Janel interviews Martha Parker. They talk about Martha's firsts, Team One Newport, and so much more.