The Hobart and William Smith Sailing team secured a third-place finish at the Prosser Trophy, a key regatta for qualifying in the ICSA Team Race Championship. Competing in Ithaca, NY, HWS finished tied for third with a 7-7 record but won a sail-off against the Seahawks to claim the podium spot. The team showcased solid performances against various universities, while the U.S. Naval Academy emerged victorious. Meanwhile, the William Smith women finished fifth at the Yale Women's Team Race, facing stiff competition from top-ranked teams.

By the Numbers
  • HWS sailing team finished with a record of 7-7 at the Prosser Trophy.
  • The U.S. Naval Academy won the regatta with a record of 13-1.
State of Play
  • HWS completed 31 races on the first day of the Prosser Trophy due to favorable wind conditions.
  • The Herons are preparing for upcoming regattas in Washington, D.C., and Annapolis, MD, on April 11-12.
What's Next

HWS is set to compete at the MAISA Women's Team Race in Washington, D.C., and the Truxtun Umstead in Annapolis, MD, which will provide further opportunities to secure their standings for national qualifications.

Bottom Line

With a strong performance in recent regattas, Hobart and William Smith Sailing is poised for further success, showing resilience and competitiveness as they prepare for critical upcoming events.