This Week in Sailing - 18th April 2024

SAILING NEWS

LAST CALL: LADIES DAY RACE!

Attention owners, skippers and crews of all eligible boats to enter and compete in the annual Ladies Day Race to be sailed on Saturday 27th April 2024. An excellent day of fun and shenanigans on the Broadwater with the all important rule that sets this apart from all other races: All boats shall always be helmed by a female member of the crew at all times while racing! Entries CLOSE THIS WEDNESDAY APRIL 24th!

Don’t miss out! ENTER NOW HERE

NEXT SEASON SAILING INSTRUCTIONS

Please note that Sailing Instructions for all divisions will be available next week for the 2024-2025 sailing season.

SAVE THE DATE

Our 2023-2024 End of Season Sailing Presentation will be held Friday, 14th June

INTERNATIONAL HANSA CLASS ASIA PACIFIC CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024

Today Commodore Drew Jones officially launched this international event at Hollywell on behalf of the International Hansa Class Association.

Based in the Netherlands, World President of the International Hansa Class Association (IHCA) Vera Voorbach said “Thank you for joining us as we set sail into the thrilling world of inclusive sailing! On behalf of the International Hansa Class Association, I thank the team from Southport Yacht Club and welcome entrants to these picturesque waters for the official launch of the Hansa Class Asia Pacific Championships.

“I welcome you all to be a part of our journey as our sailors showcase our passion, skill, and determination on the waves. With our Hansa boats ready and spirits high, we invite you all to witness the excitement firsthand.

“Good luck to all sailors, and thank you to the Southport Yacht Club officials, members and volunteers for what I’m sure will be a fantastic event. Together, let’s embark on this exhilarating voyage towards excellence and inclusivity in sailing!”

Southport Yacht Club Commodore Drew Jones said he was delighted to host this important international event that aligns with Southport Yacht Club’s objective of supporting inclusive sailing for all ages and abilities.

Southport Yacht Club’s sailing headquarters are located on the Gold Coast’s Broadwater, one of Australia’s most dynamic boating playgrounds.

Commodore Drew Jones said “Our inclusive facilities at Hollywell have long been utilised and valued by Southport Yacht Club members and Sailability Gold Coast, and we look forward to sharing our hospitality with the international Hansa Class community for all to enjoy the excitement of racing out on the water.”

“Uniquely, Hollywell features a private beach adjoining a secure and spacious grassed area to rig up boats and wheel straight into the water, where skippers are likely to be greeted by the pod of resident dolphins and the occasional shy dugong.”

Commodore Drew Jones said he was also delighted to announce that Hollywell will temporarily expand its marina facilities to ensure inclusive access for all participants at the event, thanks to the generous sponsorship and services supplied by Superior Jetties, a Gold Coast based marina and pontoon manufacturer.

Superior CEO John Hogan said “Superior Jetties are delighted to support this significant event which showcases the importance of inclusive marine access for all ages and abilities. Our floating pontoon solutions provide easier and level access onto and off boats, at all tidal ranges.”

The Asia Pacific 2024 Hansa Class Championships will take place from October 20th to 25th 2024 at Southport Yacht Club’s Hollywell Sailing Squadron venue on the Broadwater and will incorporate the Australian and Queensland Hansa Class Championships. Invited classes are the Hansa 2.3, 303 singles and doubles, Liberty and SKUD18.

Last held in Hiroshima in 2022, the international parasailing event attracted participants from Brazil, France, Germany, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Oman, Poland, Sweden, Thailand, Turkey, Japan, Australia and USA.

The event will be held from Sunday 20^th October to Friday 25^th October 2024.

Coverage on tonight’s news, and check out the live video on our Facebook Page.

CLUB RACING RESULTS

OFFSHORE DIVISION

Summer Series (RTC) – Current Results Link Here
Summer Series (Passage) – Current Results Link Here

INSHORE DIVISION

JaM Series – Current Results Link Here
Twilight Series (RTC) – Current Results Link Here
Summer Series (Passage) – Current Results Link Here
Summer Series (RTC) – Current Results Link Here

THURSDAY TWILIGHT DIVISION

Spring Twilight Series – Current Results Link Here
Spring Twilight Offshore Series – Current Results Link Here
Spring Twilight Offshore Series (inside Pursuit) – Current Results Link Here