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“We’re good in light air,” he says. “Western Long Island Sound is a very light-air venue. We know the boat. We know the conditions here. We spend a lot of time up here, so I think the conditions really were helpful for us. We practice with kites all the time. So the more kites, the better.” Time will tell whether this is the start of another extended winning streak. The Texas Corinthian team, which won the event in 2021 and 2022. is eager for redemption next year. And the rest of the fleet isn’t far off the standard set by the top teams. One thing that is for sure is the genuine enjoyment all the Grandmaster competitors. While the events with younger sailors may be more intense, this event always seems to have the best atmosphere. “New York Yacht Club just does an amazing job,” says Rudnick. “W’ve done a lot of masters regattas. I’ve sailed to Morgan a bunch of times. I think at the Grandmasters the camaraderie and the sportsmanship is top flight, and it’s just so nice. Last night, it was really great being in the tent. Just fantastic. We really enjoy it every time.”

New York Yacht Club Grandmasters Team Race Regatta August 23 to 25 New York Yacht Club Harbour Court Newport, R.I. Final Results Click  here  for scoring matrix and race-by-race results

1. Noroton Yacht Club, Darien, Conn. 15 wins; 2. Texas Corinthian Yacht Club, Kemah, Texas, 13 wins; 3. Newport Harbor Yacht Club, Newport Beach, Calif., 10 wins; 4. Southern Yacht Club, New Orleans, La., 9 wins; 5. Storm Trysail Club, Larchmont, N.Y., 9 wins; 6. New York Yacht Club – Altreuter, 9 wins; 7. Larchmon (N.Y.) Yacht Club 7 wins; 8. Gamla Stans Yacht Squadron, Sweden, 7 wins; 9. Ida Lewis Yacht Club, Newport, R.I., 6 wins; 10. New York Yacht Club – Whipple, 5 wins. Photos: Stuart Streuli / New York Yacht Club

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Noroton Yacht Club, founded in 1928, is dedicated to promoting family participation in sailboat racing and recreational sailing. The Club is located in the Darien Harbor, just West of Long Neck Point, with easy access to Long Island Sound.

The Club has a rich heritage of one-design racing. Noroton’s members are currently sailing J-24’s, Sonars, Ensigns, and 2.4mR’s. In addition the Club has a fleet of over 50 Cruising boats. Our boats participate in Club races as well as other local, regional, national and off-shore distance racing and cruising events. The Club has four Ideal 18’s for the recreational use of all members.

Noroton also has a large, respected and well organized junior sailing program for ages from 8 to 18, member and non-member children sailing Optimists, Pixels, Blue Jays, Lasers and 420’s. Noroton hosts the Darien High School Sailing Team in the Spring and Fall.

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Well…probably the most recognizable change in its ninety years. Founded in 1928, Noroton Yacht Club in Darien, CT is considered one of the premier yacht clubs on Long Island Sound and has a rich sailing tradition. The original clubhouse, first opened in 1929, was severely damaged by Hurricane Sandy and was demolished in 2016. This paved the way for the club’s symbolic rebirth with a spectacular new clubhouse, designed by Burgin Lambert Architects in Newport, RI.

Noroton Yacht Club Claims Victory at 2024 New York Yacht Club Grandmasters Regatta

In a stunning comeback, Noroton Yacht Club from Darien, Conn., reclaimed its title as champions at the 2024 New York Yacht Club Grandmasters Regatta. The club, which had been a dominant force since the regatta’s inception in 2010, saw its six-year winning streak end in 2016 and had struggled to regain its former glory. However, with a commanding 4-1 record on the final day of racing, Noroton surged past Day 2 leader Texas Corinthian Yacht Club to clinch the win. Newport Harbor Yacht Club finished third, while Southern Yacht Club secured fourth place.

“We are thrilled to have won the New York Yacht Club Grandmasters Team Race,” said Michael Rudnick, Noroton Yacht Club Team Captain. “We take it one race at a time. We checked the scores just before the last race to see where things stood, and it was a great feeling when we realized we had it.”

The New York Yacht Club has been a pioneer in adult team racing since the early 2000s, with the creation of several regattas, including the Invitational Team Race Regatta for the Commodore George R. Hinman Masters Trophy in 2000, the Morgan Cup in 2003, and the Grandmasters Team Race Regatta in 2010. The Grandmasters event requires skippers to be at least 60 years old and crew members to be over 50, ensuring a unique competition that draws top adult team racers from the United States and Europe. All three regattas are held over consecutive weekends in August at the New York Yacht Club Harbour Court, using the Club’s fleet of 22 Sonar keelboats. This year’s regatta was sponsored by Helly Hansen, Peters & May, Hammetts Hotel, and Safe Harbor Marinas.

One of the key distinctions between team racing and fleet racing is the strategic focus on competitors behind you. In team racing, the objective is to outmaneuver and control opponents early, often right after the start. “Everybody wants to chase,” explained Noroton skipper Tom Kinney. “Coach Karl [Ziegler] always says there’s a play, and it’s always behind you. In fleet racing, this mindset doesn’t work. But in team racing, it’s crucial.”

The strength of Noroton’s program lies in consistent practice. “We try to race every Thursday night from April until late August,” Rudnick shared. “It’s a great opportunity for sailors of all ages to mix it up and hone their skills. We don’t keep score; it’s all about training and getting everyone involved.”

Noroton’s familiarity with light-air conditions also played a significant role in their victory. The regatta was characterized by breezes rarely exceeding 12 knots, conditions that suited Noroton’s expertise. “We’re good in light air,” Rudnick said. “Western Long Island Sound is typically a light-air venue, so we knew the boat and conditions well. We practice with kites regularly, so the more kites, the better for us.”

As the dust settles on another successful regatta, questions arise about whether this victory marks the beginning of a new winning streak for Noroton. Texas Corinthian Yacht Club, winners in 2021 and 2022, will be eager for redemption next year. Meanwhile, the rest of the fleet continues to close the gap on the top teams, promising even more thrilling competition in the future.

However, the camaraderie and sportsmanship of the Grandmasters event are what truly set it apart. “The New York Yacht Club does an amazing job,” said Rudnick. “The atmosphere is always fantastic. Last night in the tent was a perfect example. We really enjoy coming here every time.”

2024 New York Yacht Club Grandmasters Regatta Winning Team from Noroton Yacht Club:

Final Results:

• Noroton Yacht Club, Darien, Conn. – 15 wins
• Texas Corinthian Yacht Club, Kemah, Texas – 13 wins
• Newport Harbor Yacht Club, Newport Beach, Calif. – 10 wins
• Southern Yacht Club, New Orleans, La. – 9 wins
• Storm Trysail Club, Larchmont, N.Y. – 9 wins
• New York Yacht Club – Altreuter – 9 wins
• Larchmont (N.Y.) Yacht Club – 7 wins
• Gamla Stans Yacht Squadron, Sweden – 7 wins
• Ida Lewis Yacht Club, Newport, R.I. – 6 wins
• New York Yacht Club – Whipple – 5 wins

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Noroton Yacht Club, founded in 1928, is dedicated to promoting family participation in sailboat racing and recreational sailing. The Club is located in the Darien Harbor, just West of Long Neck Point, with easy access to Long Island Sound. The Club has a rich heritage of one-design racing. Noroton's members are currently sailing J-24's, Sonars, Ensigns, and 2.4mR's. In addition the Club has a fleet of over 50 Cruising boats. Our boats participate in Club races as well as other local, regional, national and off-shore distance racing and cruising events. The Club has four Ideal 18's for the recreational use of all members.

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2024 Sonar World Championship

September 9 - september 15.

The preliminary schedule for the 2024 Sonar Words at Noroton Yacht Club, Darien, CT, are as follows:

Monday, Sept 9  early registration/measurement

Tuesday, Sept 10 early registration and measurement

Wednesday, Sept 11 registration in the morning

             Practice race in the afternoon (3pm)

 Thursday – Sunday, Sept 12 thru 15th racing

 No racing after 1400 on Sept 15.

Notice of Race, Information, and Registration HERE .

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