by AYC | Jul 8, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld
CALLING all sailors! In addition to being a whizz on the water, do you have another special talent you would like to showcase? A talent show open to all competitors will take place on Thursday July 11 at 6pm at Club House restaurant at Antigua Yacht Club. Participants...
by AYC | Jul 8, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld
FLAGS representing every corner of the globe transformed the streets of English Harbour into a kaleidoscope of colour for the opening parade of the 2019 Optimist World Championship. Pride and patriotism filled the air as 257 young sailors from 65 participating...
by AYC | Jul 8, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld
A VIBRANT opening parade of 65 participating nations brandishing their country flags will kick off the much-anticipated 2019 Optimist World Championship this Sunday. Members of the public are invited to turn out in their national colours and join the walk departing...
by AYC | Jul 8, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld
A FATHER and son combination proved to be the winning formula for Team Malta which romped to victory in the first day of racing. Richard Schultheis, 14, snared first place in both of Monday’s two races which heralded the start of the 2019 Optimist World Championship....
by AYC | Jul 7, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld
On behalf of the International Optimist Dinghy Association (IODA) I would like to welcome all sailors, coaches, and team leaders to the 2019 Optimist World Championship in Antigua. Together you are 400 strong representing 65 nations which is a World record for the...
by AYC | Jul 6, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld
WINDY conditions have been putting young sailors through their paces during final practice sessions ahead of the 2019 Optimist World Championship. Many of the 257 participants, aged 11 to 15, have been out on the water during the last couple of days, soaking up the...
