This group of college alumni from College of Charleston has been together for the past 5 years. Although having little experience as a team with the Lightning, watch out for them on the racecourse. Axel and Garrett won the 2022 and 2023 ICSA Match Race National Championship while team captain Noelle led the varsity team to be recognized with the Fowle Trophy in 2021 for their all-around team excellence. The team also intends to compete in and around the Southeastern Lightning District and will be mentored by local Lightning sailors, Greg Fisher & Ryan Davidson.
“I am extremely excited about the fleet and feel like this grant is the perfect opportunity to get into the fleet.” – Axel
Tentative regatta schedule:
SELD District Championship Regatta, Wrightsville Beach, NC May
Hobcaw Yacht Club Open Regatta, Charleston, SC – July
Carolina YC Open Regatta, Charleston, SC – July
SAYRA Regatta, Wrightsville Beach, NC – August
U32 Regatta - October
Halloween Regatta, Augusta, GA – October
Wild Oyster Regatta, Charleston, SC – October