The Star Class Western Hemisphere Championship returns to one of its favorite venues

By Barbara, Fried and the kind contribution of members
Nassau, Apr-11, 2010

The Star Class Western Hemisphere Championship returns to one of its favorite venues, The Nassau Yacht Club and the great winds of Montague Bay. The Star Class has held two World Championships and a dozens WHC in Nassau, Bahamas. The consistent winds (20 knots plus!) and huge waves are a paradise for Star sailors. Surfing down 12-foot waves in big breeze is exhilarating!! Planing a Star for 200 meters and more is an experience Star sailors savor. Plus, the clear water offers visibility to depths of over 25 feet. Read More...

Sir Durward Knowles to sail again

By Sports Writer ~ For The Guardian, Thursday Apr-8, 2010

The last time Sir Durward Knowles decided to get into a sailboat and compete, his friends and family were impressed by his ability. He was, after all, 80 years old, but fast-forward 12 years and they have a different outlook on his decision to compete in next week's Harry Knowles series. Read More...

2010 Star Western Hemisphere Championship: Press release

International Star Class Western Hemisphere Championship 2010

Nassau, Bahamas February 24, 2010. After a year of intense planning and preparation, the Nassau Yacht Club is in the final stages of readying itself to once again welcome the International Star Class.

The Western Hemisphere Championship 2010 will commence with a packed opening reception on Monday April 12th. Racing will begin in earnest on Wednesday April 14th with competition proceeding through Saturday April 17th. Races will be sailed in the area known as the Douglas Roads off the eastern end of New Providence, which boasts the signature clear blue waters of the Bahamas against a backdrop of the surrounding islands and cays. Read More...