The Hobart and William Smith sailing team competed in two regattas over the weekend of April 11-12. The women participated in the MAISA Women's Team Race Championship in Washington, D.C., while the team also took part in the Truxtun Umsted regatta hosted by the Navy. After challenging conditions, Cornell emerged victorious at the women鈥檚 championship, while HWS finished 17th at the Truxtun Umsted, with several top 10 finishes in individual races.

By the Numbers
  • Cornell finished the MAISA Women's Team Race Championship with a perfect 16-0 record.
  • HWS was ranked 17th at the Truxtun Umsted, with seniors Nicolas Garcia-Castrillon and Owen Carolan competing as skippers.
  • HWS recorded top 10 finishes in three races, achieving a second place in the sixth race of the A Division.
State of Play
  • HWS sailors showed resilience but fell behind in both regattas, finishing 3-5 in the MAISA and 17th overall at Truxtun Umsted.
  • The team faced challenging winds which complicated racing strategies, especially during the Truxtun Umsted.
What's Next

HWS will participate in the America Trophy, the MAISA coed Fleet Race Championship, on April 18-19 in St. Mary's City, Maryland. This upcoming competition will provide an opportunity for the team to improve their standings.

Bottom Line

Despite mixed results this past weekend, HWS has the chance to regroup and leverage their experiences as they head into the America Trophy, aiming for better performance and stronger finishes.