NSC Race Team Shines at Montreal’s TRY Regatta in Pointe Claire
The Nepean Sailing Club’s race team recently made their debut at the highly anticipated TRY (Training Regatta Youth) Regatta in Pointe Claire, which is Montreal’s largest annual sailing event for youth. This three-day competition going from July 7 to July 9, brought together young sailors from various clubs, featuring exhilarating races in the Optimist, ILCA 4 and 6 and Club 420 classes.
Despite being newcomers to the regatta scene, the NSC race team displayed exceptional talent and determination throughout the event. This year’s TRY Regatta provided the perfect platform for these budding sailors to showcase their skills and compete against their peers from across Quebec and parts of Ontario.
Over the course of those three days, the regatta witnessed intense racing in multiple classes. In The Club 420 class, the NSC race team displayed excellent teamwork and coordination, honing their skills in double-handed sailing.
Take a look at these results:
- 2nd: Joel Voyer and Siqi Zhang
- 3rd: Luke Bowlby and Sacha Kreuser
- 7th: Tessa McGhan and Riya Parti
- 8th: Olivier Pingot and Thomas Pingot
- 9th: Owen Leach and Danylo Komisarenko
- 13th: Naomi Williams and Jonny Fox
- 15th: Thomas Adolph and Julian Craft
- 22nd: Caitlyn Kennedy and Zachery Aitken
We are so proud of each and everyone of you!
Under the guidance of their coaches, Luke Strickland, Christian Voyer and Jonathan Tremblay, the NSC race team received invaluable support and encouragement. The race coaches’ expertise and commitment to their development played a crucial role in the team’s success at the regatta. Their guidance helped nurture a strong team spirit, enabling the young sailors to overcome challenges and perform at their best.
In addition to their impressive performance on the water, the NSC race team embraced a new and innovative approach to enhancing their racing strategies. Leveraging the power of technology, the team utilized drone footage to review their starts—an exciting and groundbreaking initiative for our Sail Training Centre. Analyzing the drone footage provided them with a unique perspective and a deeper understanding of their performance, enabling them to make informed adjustment and optimize their start techniques.
Participating in Montreal’s TRY Regatta was a significant milestone for the NSC race team. It not only provided them with a platform to showcase their talent but also exposed them to the vibrant sailing community and the thrill of competitive racing. The regatta experience has undoubtedly ignited their passion for the sport and motivated them to continue their pursuit of excellence in future regattas.
In the end, our NSC race team’s remarkable performance at Montreal’s TRY Regatta in Pointe Claire is a testament to their talent, dedication, and the invaluable support of their coaches, Luke, Christian and Jonathan. As they continue their journey in sailing, these young sailors are poised to make further strides, inspired by their participation in this prestigious event and eager to explore new opportunities in the world of competitive sailing.
Great job everyone, your fellow NSC members are very proud of each of you!