SailGP Teams Partner With Local Clubs
The ten SailGP teams competing in the upcoming Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix – taking place at Morgan’s Point on May 4-5 – have partnered with local clubs and community groups as part of the global league’s ‘Adopt a Club’ program.
A spokesperson said, “Through the program – which is part of the global league’s youth and community outreach Program Inspire – Club members will look forward to visiting the teams’ bases at the SailGP Tech Site and seeing the high-performance, F50 catamarans – capable of reaching speeds of close to 100 km per hour – up close. In exchange, the ten international teams will also be hosted by the local clubs, learning about their experiences and programs as well as meeting their members.”
The partnerships between clubs and SailGP teams are as follows:
- East End Mini Yacht-Club – Germany SailGP Team
- Spanish Point Boat Club – Australia SailGP Team
- Mid Atlantic Boat Club – ‘Black Foils’ New Zealand SailGP Team
- Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club – USA SailGP Team
- Sandy’s Boat Club – Emirates GBR SailGP Team
- St George’s Dinghy & Sports Club – France SailGP Team
- Royal Bermuda Yacht Club – Rockwool Denmark SailGP Team
- West End Sailboat Club – Spain SailGP Team
- Endeavour West Fort – Canada SailGP Team
- Endeavour East – Switzerland SailGP Team
Schereene Outerbridge, Head of Event for Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, said, “The Adopt-a-Club program, now in its third year, is an incredible opportunity for local sailors and sailing enthusiasts to get an insight into the world of high performance racing. It’s also a wonderful chance for these international teams to connect and engage with the local community and enjoy our famous Bermudian hospitality.”
Hal Kempe, Rear Commodore,Sailing of the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Nicolai Sehested and the Danish Team back for the third year. This partnership not only strengthens our ties with the global sailing community but also creates exciting legacy opportunities that inspire the next generation of Bermudian sailors and maritime professionals through programs like Inspire Careers and Inspire Waspz Racing.”
Darren Souza, Commodore of Spanish Point Boat Club, said, “Being a part of SailGP’s Adopt-a-Club program means more than just a partnership; it’s a gateway to unparalleled opportunities and experiences. Being part of this initiative allows our club and its members to engage with the global sailing community, while fostering camaraderie and skill development. SailGP’s support empowers us to enhance our facilities, promote youth sailing, and participate in thrilling events that inspire the next generation of sailors. Through this collaboration, we envision a future where our club thrives, united in our passion for the sport and dedicated to its continued growth.”
Lacey Rance, Commodore of the St George Dinghy and Sports Club, said, “The Saint George Dinghy and Sports Club is excited to be paired up with the French team again this year. With our Club’s, and island’s, rich history in sailing this opportunity to support SailGP is a natural pairing. We hope that the young sailors of our island truly take advantage of the amazing WASZP program opportunity. SailGP is proof that sailing can open doors to the world for any age.”
The spokesperson said, “The Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix will take place on May 4-5, 2024 with tickets available for purchase at SailGP.com/Bermuda. The event’s festivities include a live concert by soca sensation, Kes the Band, following the opening day of racing.”
