Saturday, June 30, 2007
Sail Without a Tiller
Page 30 of the July issue of Sailing magazine (with Sunfish champs on the cover, now on newsracks) has a detailed article on how to sail by changing only the position of the crew, without touching the tiller. This might be a fun skill for juniors to develop in order to enhance their feel for boat handling.
Advanced Racing Clinic Has 48 Sailors
The Advanced Racing Clinic got off to a great start Saturday morning as 48 sailors arrived at Stamford Yacht Club. They were surprised to find their usual assembly area on the front lawn populated with tents filled with sleepy SYC familes who had camped out at the club Friday evening. But by 9:30 the tents were packed up, the lawn was filled with Lasers and the C420s were in line at the hoist.
Clinic chairman Dave Gurney welcomed the sailors (one had come down from Maine and two sailed over from LI) and introduced the coaches (Danny Pletsch, Derek Veranizen, John Storck III, Zach Brown and Erik Storck). Coach Pletsch recalled how the spirit of his friend Nathan Cowen is memorialized annually at this clinic and how Cowen's life exemplified his love of sailing and sportsmanship.
Then everyone went into the club for some chalk-talk before heading out on the water on a perfect summer day without a cloud in the sky and a steady, light breeze from the southwest.
Many of the sailors at the clinic are tuning up for the Law Trophy Regatta on Monday at Indian Harbor Yacht Club. Look for some of them to be in the top ranks at the Law awards ceremony.
Clinic chairman Dave Gurney welcomed the sailors (one had come down from Maine and two sailed over from LI) and introduced the coaches (Danny Pletsch, Derek Veranizen, John Storck III, Zach Brown and Erik Storck). Coach Pletsch recalled how the spirit of his friend Nathan Cowen is memorialized annually at this clinic and how Cowen's life exemplified his love of sailing and sportsmanship.
Then everyone went into the club for some chalk-talk before heading out on the water on a perfect summer day without a cloud in the sky and a steady, light breeze from the southwest.
Many of the sailors at the clinic are tuning up for the Law Trophy Regatta on Monday at Indian Harbor Yacht Club. Look for some of them to be in the top ranks at the Law awards ceremony.
Friday, June 29, 2007
June 29th Update
Tomorrow marks the beginning of the Advanced Racing Clinic at Stamford Yacht Club. Be sure to be ready and rigged by 9 a.m. to make sure the day starts on time. Also, be sure to finalize any housing or docking arrangements you may need to make.
-A replay of today's America's Cup race can be seen on the Versus network starting at 6 p.m. A ripped sail doomed the ETNZ team.
-Finally we hope that everyone had a great first week of classes if your program began this week and don't hesitate to e-mail or call the JSA office if you have any questions.
-A replay of today's America's Cup race can be seen on the Versus network starting at 6 p.m. A ripped sail doomed the ETNZ team.
-Finally we hope that everyone had a great first week of classes if your program began this week and don't hesitate to e-mail or call the JSA office if you have any questions.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
June 28th Update
A Dellenbaugh once again made it to the top of the standings, as Emily Dellenbaugh and Briana Provancha prevailed with a first place finish at the Youth Champs in the 29er division. The duo finished no lower than third in the ten races that counted towards their total and finished with a three point victory. Bernie Roesler and Alex Hering finished in 18th in the same class.
In the Laser division, two JSA sailors finished in the top 12 as Cam Cullman took home an eighth place finish and Teddy Himler came in 12th. Cullman earned a first place finish in the seventh race. In the Radial class, Ben Leibowitz took home 21st place with a high finish of second place in the second race.
In the C420's Brendan Kopp and Michael Costello sailed strong as well, finishing in eighth place.
Congratulations to all the JSA sailors who participated in the races at New Orleans this week!
-USODA International races are set to begin at the end of the week, with numerous JSA sailors making their way to Belgium and Mexico. Ian Storck (Centerport) and Andrew Mollerus
(Larchmont) are heading to Nieuwpoort, Belgium for the Flanders Youth Regatta.
Sailors heading to Neuva Vallarta, Mexico for the IODA North American Championship include:
Matthew Wefer (Sea Cliff), Marlena Fauer (Southampton), Declan Whitmyer (Noroton), Markus Edegran (Larchmont), Evan Read (Manhasset Bay), Laura Wefer (Sea Cliff) and Olivia Crane (Noroton).
Both regattas can be followed at http://www.nieuwpoortweek.be/ and http://www.optinam2007-mexico.org/Optinam2007/.
-Remember that JSA sail numbers are required for all JSA regattas, including next week's Law Trophy. If you don't have one and need to get a JSA Sail Number, or need instructions on how to put the number on your sail you can go here: http://www.jsalis.org/Forms.html#Misc.
In the Laser division, two JSA sailors finished in the top 12 as Cam Cullman took home an eighth place finish and Teddy Himler came in 12th. Cullman earned a first place finish in the seventh race. In the Radial class, Ben Leibowitz took home 21st place with a high finish of second place in the second race.
In the C420's Brendan Kopp and Michael Costello sailed strong as well, finishing in eighth place.
Congratulations to all the JSA sailors who participated in the races at New Orleans this week!
-USODA International races are set to begin at the end of the week, with numerous JSA sailors making their way to Belgium and Mexico. Ian Storck (Centerport) and Andrew Mollerus
(Larchmont) are heading to Nieuwpoort, Belgium for the Flanders Youth Regatta.
Sailors heading to Neuva Vallarta, Mexico for the IODA North American Championship include:
Matthew Wefer (Sea Cliff), Marlena Fauer (Southampton), Declan Whitmyer (Noroton), Markus Edegran (Larchmont), Evan Read (Manhasset Bay), Laura Wefer (Sea Cliff) and Olivia Crane (Noroton).
Both regattas can be followed at http://www.nieuwpoortweek.be/ and http://www.optinam2007-mexico.org/Optinam2007/.
-Remember that JSA sail numbers are required for all JSA regattas, including next week's Law Trophy. If you don't have one and need to get a JSA Sail Number, or need instructions on how to put the number on your sail you can go here: http://www.jsalis.org/Forms.html#Misc.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
June 27 Update
After three days of racing in New Orleans, things are finally starting to take shape. Emily Dellenbaugh and Briana Provancha are in first place with a two point lead after eight races in the 29er division. Bernie Roesler and Alex Hering are in 19th in the same division. JSA Laser sailors Cam Cullman and Teddy Himler are in 9th and 15th respectively after nine races. Cullman earned a first place finish in the seventh race. Another JSA sailor, Ben Leibowitz, is in 20th place in the Laser Radial class. In the C420 class, Brendan Kopp and Michael Costello have moved up to 11th place after nine races as well. Full results here: http://www.usyouthchamps.com/main.asp?m=4&s=2
-The America's Cup is now tied at two races apiece after defedning champion Alinghi, rebounding from their loss against Emirates Team New Zealand in race three. Race five is scheduled for Friday.
-A reminder that the Advanced Racing Clinic is this weekend at Stamford Yacht Club.
-As the first week of classes begin for most clubs, remind instructors and sailors to drink plenty of water as it is supposed to be hot and humid the next few days.
-Just a reminder: If you haven't signed up for the JSA contact list, visit the JSA website and enter your e-mail address to get all the latest news sent right to your e-mail.
-The America's Cup is now tied at two races apiece after defedning champion Alinghi, rebounding from their loss against Emirates Team New Zealand in race three. Race five is scheduled for Friday.
-A reminder that the Advanced Racing Clinic is this weekend at Stamford Yacht Club.
-As the first week of classes begin for most clubs, remind instructors and sailors to drink plenty of water as it is supposed to be hot and humid the next few days.
-Just a reminder: If you haven't signed up for the JSA contact list, visit the JSA website and enter your e-mail address to get all the latest news sent right to your e-mail.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
June 26 Update
Four races have now been completed at the Youth Champs and Emily Dellenbaugh and Briana Provancha are now in a tie for first in the 29er division. Cam Cullman is in tenth place in the Laser division and Teddy Himler has moved up to 15th after a 3rd place finish in the fourth race. Two other JSA sailors competing in the Youth Champs are Bernie Roesler and Alex Hering, currently in 18th on the 29ers, and Brendan Kopp and Michael Costello, currently in 14th in the C420 division. To see all the results, visit http://www.usyouthchamps.com/main.asp?m=4.
-A reminder that the Advanced Racing Clinic is coming up this weekend at Stamford Yacht Club. Any sailors that are going to be participating in the Law Trophy on Monday can make arrangements to store your boat at Stamford or Indian Harbor Yacht Club on Sunday night. Please specify if this is necessary at registration on Saturday and also e-mail the JSA Office as soon as possible at info@jsalis.org. Also, if you requested housing, contact clinic chairman Dave Gurney to finalize the arrangements. If you have any questions, you can contact Dave at dgurney@innovative-plastics.com.
-The America's Cup is shaping to be as exciting as ever. In the interest of not giving away the winner of race three, check out your tv schedule on versus or watch highlights on http://www.americascup.com/en.
-For those that are going to be taking the Seamanship and Navigation Tests this summer, the Big Boat Manual is now posted online in its entirety, and can be accessed by visiting http://www.jsalis.org/Big_Boat.html.
-A reminder that the Advanced Racing Clinic is coming up this weekend at Stamford Yacht Club. Any sailors that are going to be participating in the Law Trophy on Monday can make arrangements to store your boat at Stamford or Indian Harbor Yacht Club on Sunday night. Please specify if this is necessary at registration on Saturday and also e-mail the JSA Office as soon as possible at info@jsalis.org. Also, if you requested housing, contact clinic chairman Dave Gurney to finalize the arrangements. If you have any questions, you can contact Dave at dgurney@innovative-plastics.com.
-The America's Cup is shaping to be as exciting as ever. In the interest of not giving away the winner of race three, check out your tv schedule on versus or watch highlights on http://www.americascup.com/en.
-For those that are going to be taking the Seamanship and Navigation Tests this summer, the Big Boat Manual is now posted online in its entirety, and can be accessed by visiting http://www.jsalis.org/Big_Boat.html.
Monday, June 25, 2007
June 25 Update
Familiar names to the JSA had a busy weekend sailing at the Youth Champs in New Orleans, LA. After attending a clinic over the weekend, American Yacht Club's Cam Cullman, Manhasset Bay's Tedd Himler and Pequot's Emily Dellenbaugh all took to the seas for the beginning of the Youth Champs. Preliminary results have Dellenbaugh and her crew, Briana Provancha, in second place after one day in the 29er division.
Cullman, who won the Smythe trophy two years ago, and Himler, who finished in first in the Radial division last year, are also underway in the Laser division. Cullman is in tenth after day one's preliminary results, and Himler is in 21st. To check scores throughout the day, visit http://www.usyouthchamps.com/.
Some quick links to take a look at today....
-Wes Oliver, of Pixel fame, mentions junior sailors from Norwalk Yacht Club serving as crew for Bangarang during Block Island Race Week in today's scuttlebutt. Visit http://www.sailingscuttlebutt.com/, go to June 25 and scroll down to the letters section for the whole letter.
-The Connecticut Post has an interesting article about Team Sailing and the effect its having on youth sailing. Black Rock Yacht Club is featured prominently in the piece, which can be seen at http://www.connpost.com/sports/ci_6218241.
Have any news you want us to know about? Leave a comment or send an e-mail to news@jsalis.org and you can share your news and opinion on the blog.
Cullman, who won the Smythe trophy two years ago, and Himler, who finished in first in the Radial division last year, are also underway in the Laser division. Cullman is in tenth after day one's preliminary results, and Himler is in 21st. To check scores throughout the day, visit http://www.usyouthchamps.com/.
Some quick links to take a look at today....
-Wes Oliver, of Pixel fame, mentions junior sailors from Norwalk Yacht Club serving as crew for Bangarang during Block Island Race Week in today's scuttlebutt. Visit http://www.sailingscuttlebutt.com/, go to June 25 and scroll down to the letters section for the whole letter.
-The Connecticut Post has an interesting article about Team Sailing and the effect its having on youth sailing. Black Rock Yacht Club is featured prominently in the piece, which can be seen at http://www.connpost.com/sports/ci_6218241.
Have any news you want us to know about? Leave a comment or send an e-mail to news@jsalis.org and you can share your news and opinion on the blog.
Friday, June 22, 2007
Workshops Start Out the Year With a Bang
Over the last week, our club's instructor's have spent their time at highly regarded JSA clinics learning how to better serve our sailors. At the Head Instructor workshop, Seawanhaka's Alicia Martorella led a clinic where all the H.I.'s learned tips from each other on how to run a smooth program. Just a couple of days later, Tine Moberg-Parker led a fun and informative Opti Clinic for new instructors helping them to learn the ins and outs of teaching our youngest sailors. Finally on Wednesday, more than 200 instructors gathered for the annual All Instructor Workshop, which was once again a resounding success. Some the great speakers at the workshop included Dave Perry, Brett Viehman, Wes and Lynn Oliver and Amanda Callahan. Look for full articles on each event in the next issue of the Ditty Bag.
Monday, June 11, 2007
2007 Spring Meeting
The 2007 Spring Meeting is tonight at Larchmont Yacht Club at 7pm. Be sure to be there on time to pick up your boxes with all the info you need for the upcoming season. See you all there!
Monday, June 4, 2007
The new JSA Blog!
Welcome to the new Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound Daily Blog! Check here daily for news updates and stories that will keep you informed on what is going on in the JSA. If you have an idea or a topic you would like to have posted, just send an e-mail and we'll get it on here for you. Have a great summer!
Friday, June 1, 2007
Winter - Spring 2007 Regattas
US Optimist Team Trials, May 2-6
Michigan’s Morgan Kiss won the 2007 Optimist Team Trials at the Coral Reef YC in Miami. She will be joined on the USA World Team in Cagliari, Italy by Pearson Potts from New England, two-time US Optimist National Champ Matthew Wefer from Long Island, New York City’s Marlena Fauer (both are JSALIS sailors) and Axel Sly from Miami, FL. This is the first time that the US World Team has had two female sailors.
Optimist South Americans 2007, Mar 30-Apr 7
Three JSA sailors have just completed a successful trip to Brazil. Marlena Fauer (Southampton) finished 14th overall and was the second American while Matt Wefer (Sea Cliff) finished 15th and Declan Whitmyer (Noroton) finished 33rd and fifth American. There were 15 sailors on the team from the USA and 185 in this international event. Raul Rios from Puerto Rico was a two point winner over Antoine Screve (USA). Third was Russell Liang from Singapore. In the Nations Cup Team Racing event held on Tuesday, April 3rd, Marlena, Matt & Declan teamed with Antoine and Deirdre Lambert to be fourth overall including beating the eventual winner Puerto Rico in the early rounds. See results at the event website.
International Easter Optimist Regatta, Apr 6-9
Braassemermeer Yacht Club, Netherlands, will host 7 JSA sailorswho are part of a 20 sailor team from the USA for the 22nd International Easter Regatta. Those sailors are Evan Read (Manhasset Bay), Chris Price (Centerport), Markus Edegran (Larchmont), Ian Storck (Centerport), Laura Wefer (Sea Cliff), Olivia Crane (Noroton) and Tracy Doherty (Sea Cliff). See current results at the event website.
Lake Garda Optimist Meeting Apr 5-8
The third US team travelling at Easter will have 10 sailors going to Lake Garda, Italy for the International Optimist Meeting. This event attract 700+ optimists. Representing the JSA in Lake Garda will be Patrick Jacobitti (Centerport) and Chris Schade (Northport Bay SA). See current results at the event website.
75th Anniversary of Frostbite Sailing on Western LI Sound
March 24 was a special day at Larchmont YC as frostbite alumni who were active as far back as the 1940s returned for a reunion to celebrate the 75th anniversary of LI Sound frostbiting. Jack Sutphen, an America's Cup Hall of Famer, who sailed frostbite races against the likes of Arthur Knapp and Cornelius Shields provided a funny cartoon from the day when the Sound froze solid in 1948. Cynthia Parthemos, who is co-chair of the LYC regatta committee and started sailing at 5 years, was featured in this recent NY Times article.
Michigan’s Morgan Kiss won the 2007 Optimist Team Trials at the Coral Reef YC in Miami. She will be joined on the USA World Team in Cagliari, Italy by Pearson Potts from New England, two-time US Optimist National Champ Matthew Wefer from Long Island, New York City’s Marlena Fauer (both are JSALIS sailors) and Axel Sly from Miami, FL. This is the first time that the US World Team has had two female sailors.
Optimist South Americans 2007, Mar 30-Apr 7
Three JSA sailors have just completed a successful trip to Brazil. Marlena Fauer (Southampton) finished 14th overall and was the second American while Matt Wefer (Sea Cliff) finished 15th and Declan Whitmyer (Noroton) finished 33rd and fifth American. There were 15 sailors on the team from the USA and 185 in this international event. Raul Rios from Puerto Rico was a two point winner over Antoine Screve (USA). Third was Russell Liang from Singapore. In the Nations Cup Team Racing event held on Tuesday, April 3rd, Marlena, Matt & Declan teamed with Antoine and Deirdre Lambert to be fourth overall including beating the eventual winner Puerto Rico in the early rounds. See results at the event website.
International Easter Optimist Regatta, Apr 6-9
Braassemermeer Yacht Club, Netherlands, will host 7 JSA sailorswho are part of a 20 sailor team from the USA for the 22nd International Easter Regatta. Those sailors are Evan Read (Manhasset Bay), Chris Price (Centerport), Markus Edegran (Larchmont), Ian Storck (Centerport), Laura Wefer (Sea Cliff), Olivia Crane (Noroton) and Tracy Doherty (Sea Cliff). See current results at the event website.
Lake Garda Optimist Meeting Apr 5-8
The third US team travelling at Easter will have 10 sailors going to Lake Garda, Italy for the International Optimist Meeting. This event attract 700+ optimists. Representing the JSA in Lake Garda will be Patrick Jacobitti (Centerport) and Chris Schade (Northport Bay SA). See current results at the event website.
75th Anniversary of Frostbite Sailing on Western LI Sound
March 24 was a special day at Larchmont YC as frostbite alumni who were active as far back as the 1940s returned for a reunion to celebrate the 75th anniversary of LI Sound frostbiting. Jack Sutphen, an America's Cup Hall of Famer, who sailed frostbite races against the likes of Arthur Knapp and Cornelius Shields provided a funny cartoon from the day when the Sound froze solid in 1948. Cynthia Parthemos, who is co-chair of the LYC regatta committee and started sailing at 5 years, was featured in this recent NY Times article.
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