What an incredible weekend we’ve had at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club, hosting the USODA Team Race Midwinter Championship! Thanks to the dedication and hard work of our members, staff, and volunteers, this event was a resounding success, showcasing the best of junior sailing and SPYC hospitality. A Huge Thank You to Our Volunteers We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the members who spent their holiday weekend on the water serving on the race committee. Your time and expertise were invaluable in providing our competitors with a fair and seamless racing experience. We also want to thank the members who supported this event onshore, assisting with logistics, ensuring our sailors and families were taken care of, and creating a welcoming environment. Your commitment to making SPYC a hub for competitive sailing does not go unnoticed! Celebrating Our Junior Sailors A special congratulations to all the SPYC junior sailors and their families for their outstanding performances on the water! SPYC Thunder, represented by Dalton Cellamare, Constantino Conrad, Tucker Gowens, Bennett Lamb, and Thomas Weidner, sailed brilliantly to secure the Gold Fleet Championship. Their victory also qualifies them to represent the USODA at the Trofeo Marco Rizzotti Team Race in Italy, May 22–25, 2025. SPYC Ice, SPYC Fire and all our junior sailors gave it their all, demonstrating incredible sportsmanship, teamwork, and determination throughout the weekend. You’ve made us all proud! Event Highlights -SPYC Thunder took first place in the Gold Fleet, earning international qualification. -The event brought together top junior sailors from across the country, with two days of competitive racing leading up to an exciting final day in brisk conditions. -The support of our club members and the St. Petersburg Sailing Center created an unforgettable weekend for sailors and families alike. Thank you again to everyone who made this event possible.
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