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Sunday, March 30, 2025
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Ebbin's Tulane Sails to Fourth at Marchiando Trophy
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Christian Ebbin and his Tulane University sailing teammates traveled to the northeast to compete in the Marchiando Trophy Team Race, held in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The event tested the sailors' skills in challenging early spring conditions.
The Charles River Basin presented a demanding setting for the regatta. Sailors faced windy and cold conditions, with 7-18 knot winds from the East-Northeast and intermittent rain showers throughout the day.
The Marchiando Trophy Team Race was a grueling event, with a total of 100 races sailed between the Marchiando Red and Grey events. This intense schedule kept the sailors busy throughout the 7-hour racing window. The event's success was facilitated by a dedicated umpire team, who ensured the smooth running of the regatta with minimal breaks.
Christian Ebbin and his Tulane teammates showcased their abilities, ultimately finishing in 4th place with an overall record of 11 wins and 10 losses. While not a podium finish, their performance demonstrated their competitiveness in a challenging regatta.
Boston College emerged as the champions, dominating the competition with a record of 18 wins and 3 losses. Roger Williams University finished second with a record of 15 wins and 6 losses, and Stanford University secured third place with a record of 12 wins and 9 losses.
The Marchiando Trophy Team Race provided a tough test for the sailors, with the conditions adding an extra layer of difficulty. Ebbin and his Tulane teammates gained valuable experience competing against strong opposition in a high-pressure environment.
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Sunday, March 23, 2025
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Bermuda Sailors Compete in Australia & USA
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Bermudians Star as Seeking Alpha Triumphs in Tricky Newcastle SailFest
The 6th annual SailFest Newcastle Regatta delivered a weekend of challenging conditions, testing the skills and adaptability of the competing crews. But through light airs, heavy gusts, harbour starts, and choppy windward-leeward courses, one vessel reigned supreme in Division 2 IRC: Seeking Alpha.
Seeking Alpha's crew, featuring Bermudian sailing talents Rockal Evans and Campbell Patton, navigated the unpredictable conditions with remarkable consistency.
Rockal Evans played a crucial role on board Seeking Alpha, taking on the demanding mast and strategist responsibilities. His tactical acumen and ability to read the wind shifts proved invaluable in guiding the team to victory. Campbell Patton, meanwhile, contributed his strength and agility in the floater/grinding position, ensuring the boat's efficiency and speed.
"A very tricky day," acknowledged Seeking Alpha owner, David Hamilton. "We'd expected a little more pressure than there was and it was all over the shop, so quite stressful sailing." This statement highlighted the challenging nature of the regatta, where crews had to constantly adjust their strategies to stay ahead of the competition.
The performances of Evans and Patton, along with their Seeking Alpha teammates, showcased the high level of sailing talent present at the regatta. Their victory in such demanding conditions is a testament to their skill, teamwork, and adaptability.
Ebbin and Tulane Crew Finish Fourth After Challenging Final Day
Christian Ebbin and his Tulane Sailing teammates faced a difficult final day at the Aaron Szambecki Team Race, hosted by Old Dominion University, ultimately finishing the regatta in fourth place.
The day commenced with 10-15 knot winds from the North-Northeast, providing challenging conditions for the sailors. The regatta organizers completed the top six/bottom four round by midday, before transitioning to a final four race, which was sailed in lighter 8-10 knot winds from the Northeast.
Unfortunately, Ebbin and his Tulane teammates experienced a tough day on the water, winning only one race and losing six. This performance resulted in them dropping from their previous day's position to finish the regatta in fourth place overall.
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Saturday, March 22, 2025
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Ebbin & Tulane Sail to Strong Start at Aaron Szambecki
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Christian Ebbin and his Tulane Sailing teammates have made a strong start to the Aaron Szambecki Team Race, hosted by Old Dominion University. The competition, featuring 420/FJ boats, has drawn a competitive field, and Tulane has positioned itself as a top contender after the first day of racing.
Following ten races on Day One, Ebbin and his teammates have secured an impressive second-place standing with a record of 8 wins and 2 losses. This strong performance highlights their teamwork, skill, and strategic prowess on the water.
In Round 1, Tulane demonstrated their dominance by defeating a series of formidable opponents. They secured victories against Georgetown University, Stanford University, Boston College, Dartmouth College, the University of Miami, Old Dominion University, Fordham University, and George Washington University. Their only defeat in this round came against Navy.
Following their strong showing in Round 1, Ebbin and his teammates progressed to the top six category. Here, they faced heightened competition and experienced their second defeat of the day, losing to Boston College.
The Aaron Szambecki Team Race is known for its challenging conditions and the high level of competition. Ebbin and his Tulane teammates have shown their ability to perform consistently against tough opponents. Their strong start positions them well for continued success as the regatta progresses. The team will be aiming to maintain their focus, refine their tactics, and build on their impressive performance to secure a top finish in the competition.
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Monday, March 17, 2025
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Eckerd Sailors Battleto Sixth Place at Mendelblatt Team Race
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Paul Rodrigues Jr., Jordan Vieira, and their Eckerd College Open Sailing teammates faced challenging conditions as they hosted the Mendelblatt Team Race at the Doyle Sailing Center, ultimately finishing in sixth place.
The event, held on their home waters, saw Eckerd battle through frustratingly light winds on day one. Despite the tricky conditions, the team managed to secure a 4-5 record, demonstrating their resilience and tactical awareness.
Victories against Citadel, Florida State, Jacksonville, and NC State provided glimpses of Eckerd's potential. Carter Morin, Rodrigues Jr., and Vieira took on the skippers' roles, while Avery Guck, Lily Schwartz, and Tia Soultanakis formed the team's crew.
Eckerd's strategy saw them secure strong finishes in several races. Against The Citadel, Florida State, and Jacksonville, they achieved impressive first and second-place finishes in each matchup, with the remaining boat finishing fifth, fourth, and sixth respectively. A notable 1-3-4 winning combination against NC State highlighted their ability to adapt and execute under pressure.
However, the day belonged to Charleston, who delivered a dominant performance, winning the event with an 11-1 record.
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Sunday, March 16, 2025
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Bermuda Sailors Finish Strong in UK & US
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Kempe & Penruddocke Conclude ILCA UK National Open
Bermuda's Sebastian Kempe and Adriana Penruddocke concluded competing in the ILCA UK National Open 1 ILCA6 and ILCA7 Regatta, showcasing their sailing prowess at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy.
Three more races were completed making it a six race event.
Kempe, secured a commendable 4th place overall with 23 net Points. His day began strongly with a 3rd place finish, the fourth race of the series, followed by a 9th in the second race, and concluded with a 4th in the final race of the day.
In the 90-boat ILCA 6 fleet, Olympian Penruddocke did not have the day she was looking for, but did manage to finish 14th overall with 46 Net Points.
Penruddocke started the day with a 10th place finish, she then finished 20th in the second race, before concluding the day with a 23rd place finish.
Ebbin and Tulane Crew Secure Third in Tight Southern NE Team Race
Christian Ebbin and his Tulane University sailing teammates delivered a strong performance on day two of the Southern NE Team Race, securing a commendable third-place finish.
The Thames River provided another day of challenging sailing conditions, with teams split into two groups for a top-six, bottom-four format. The racing intensified as the wind picked up, creating puffy conditions that tested the sailors' skill and tactical awareness.
The competition proved incredibly tight, with Ebbin and his Tulane crew battling it out in the top-six group. They finished the regatta with a record of nine wins and five defeats, placing them third overall.
Roger Williams University emerged as the overall champions, posting a 10-4 record. Boston College finished second, also with a 10-4 record, highlighting the close nature of the competition.
Tulane's day two performance included crucial wins against Tufts University, Bowdoin College, and the University of Rhode Island. However, they suffered defeats to both Roger Williams University and Boston College.
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