http://www.sailing.ie RSS feeds for Irish Sailing Association Website 60 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1779/ISA-Certify-Two-New-PWC-Instructors.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=1779 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=1779&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1779/ISA-Certify-Two-New-PWC-Instructors.aspx Sean Stagg and Eugene O’Shea of South Meath PWC Club deliver their first ISA PWC course. Rachel Solon Tue, 29 Mar 2011 15:29:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:1779 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1767/Powerboat-Awards-Dinner.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=1767 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=1767&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1767/Powerboat-Awards-Dinner.aspx A great night was had by all. Rachel Solon Tue, 29 Mar 2011 10:12:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:1767 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1764/ISA-SailFleet-J80-Fleet-Racing-Championship-in-GBSC.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=1764 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=1764&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1764/ISA-SailFleet-J80-Fleet-Racing-Championship-in-GBSC.aspx Sixteen local teams took part from Galway Bay Sailing Club Rachel Solon Tue, 29 Mar 2011 09:39:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:1764 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1719/Tickets-go-on-sale-for-The-Adventure-Weekend.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=1719 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=1719&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1719/Tickets-go-on-sale-for-The-Adventure-Weekend.aspx The most exciting interactive show of 2011. SuperUser Account Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:45:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:1719 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1409/Wayfarer-UK-Irish-National-Championships-2011.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=1409 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=1409&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1409/Wayfarer-UK-Irish-National-Championships-2011.aspx To take place in Dun Laoghaire as part of the Dun Laoghaire Regatta in July. Rachel Solon Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:51:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:1409 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/987/Flying-Fifteen-Nationals.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=987 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=987&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/987/Flying-Fifteen-Nationals.aspx To take place from the 17th to the 19th of June 2011 in the National Yacht Club, Dun Laoghaire Rachel Solon Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:58:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:987 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/979/Volvo-Dun-Laoghaire-Regatta-reduced-entry-fees.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=979 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=979&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/979/Volvo-Dun-Laoghaire-Regatta-reduced-entry-fees.aspx Get up to 50% off your entry fees. Rachel Solon Mon, 14 Mar 2011 12:04:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:979 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/691/Bacardi-Miami-Sailing-Week.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=691 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=691&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/691/Bacardi-Miami-Sailing-Week.aspx Peter O'Leary and David Burrows take 2nd place overall. Rachel Solon Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:55:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:691 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/976/ISA-raise-228720-for-RNLI.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=976 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=976&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/976/ISA-raise-228720-for-RNLI.aspx At the recent ISA 5th Annual Awards Ball a collection was held in aid of the RNLI which raised €2,287.20 and has been allocated to the Dun Laoghaire branch of the RNLI. The ISA and the RNLI would like to thank all who kindly donated. The RNLI is funded by voluntary contributions and it is only through donations like this that they are able to provide their volunteer lifeboat crews with the best boats, equipment and training that are needed to save lives at sea.   Rachel Solon Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:25:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:976 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/396/Powerboat-Racing-Awards-Dinner.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=396 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=396&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/396/Powerboat-Racing-Awards-Dinner.aspx The Red Cow Moran Hotel, Naas Rd. March 26th 2011 Rachel Solon Tue, 08 Mar 2011 11:54:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:396 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/642/ISA-5th-Annual-Awards-Ball-Photo-Gallery.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=642 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=642&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/642/ISA-5th-Annual-Awards-Ball-Photo-Gallery.aspx Photographs by Denis English. Rachel Solon Tue, 08 Mar 2011 11:48:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:642 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/640/The-J-Cup-2011.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=640 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=640&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/640/The-J-Cup-2011.aspx To take place in St Peter Port, Guernsey from Tuesday July 12th to Thursday July 14th. Rachel Solon Tue, 08 Mar 2011 11:31:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:640 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/639/2011-World-Laser-Championships.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=639 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=639&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/639/2011-World-Laser-Championships.aspx Application deadline is the 15th of March 2011. Rachel Solon Tue, 08 Mar 2011 11:29:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:639 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/627/6-Winners-announced-at-the-ISA-5th-Annual-Awards-Ball.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=627 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=627&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/627/6-Winners-announced-at-the-ISA-5th-Annual-Awards-Ball.aspx The ISA 5th Annual Awards Ball was held on Saturday the 5th of March in the Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin where 6 nominees became winners of the 6 prestigious ISA Awards Rachel Solon Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:30:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:627 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/403/2011-ISA-AGM.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=403 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=403&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/403/2011-ISA-AGM.aspx The ISA Annual General Meeting 2011 AGENDA 1. Apologies 2. Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of 6th March 2010. 3. To receive the President’s Report. 4. To consider the Company’s Financial Statements and the Reports of the Auditors for the year ended 31st October 2010. 5. To authorise the Directors to fix the Remuneration of the Auditors. 6. Election of President  Peter Crowley having served 3 years as President is retiring in accordance with article 66 and also retires from the Board. The following candidate has been put forward for election: Candidate:  Niamh McCutcheon  Nominated by:   Peter Crowley  Seconded By:  Mike O’Conner  Supported By:  Lough Derg YC 7. Election of Directors. Philip Cowman & Cathy MacAleavey retire by rotation in accordance with Article 73 Oliver Hart and Ciaran O’Murchu were co-opted onto the Board during 2010 in accordance with article 71 The following candidates have been put forward for election: Candidate       Philip Cowman  Nominated by the Board in accordance with Article 70 Cathy MacAleavey  Nominated by the Board in accordance with Article 70 Oliver Hart   Nominated by the Board in accordance with Article 70 Ciaran O’Murchu  Nominated by the Board in accordance with Article 70 8. Any Other Business.  No proposals received. Click here for the ISA Memorandum and Articles of Association Please see here for ISA Annual Accounts 2010 Rachel Solon Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:11:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:403 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/402/2011-Sovereigns-Cup-Regatta.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=402 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=402&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/402/2011-Sovereigns-Cup-Regatta.aspx Entries are coming in at a good pace for The Sovereign’s Cup Rachel Solon Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:08:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:402 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/401/ISA-Mitsubishi-Youth-National-Championships-2011.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=401 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=401&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/401/ISA-Mitsubishi-Youth-National-Championships-2011.aspx May Bank Holiday weekend (29 April – 02 May) over 300 sailors will compete in Dublin Bay in seven different classes (Laser Radial, Laser 4.7, 420, Feva, Topper, SL16 and Optimist). For youth sailors, this event is the most crucial in the annual calendar as it is the decider for the top Irish sailors to compete internationally during 2011 and is the pathway for future Olympic sailors. Not only will the ISA Mitsubishi Youth Nationals over the May weekend be an important event for youth sailors it is also a major milestone for the organisers of the ISAF Youth Worlds 2012 as it offers them the opportunity to test drive the logistics of managing such a large event incorporating three clubs, three race courses and hundreds of volunteers.  ‘Dun Laoghaire has a proud reputation for hosting international events such as the biennial combined clubs Dun Laoghaire Regatta and numerous world championships. However in 2011 the ISA Mitsubishi Youth Nationals is of more significance as it gives us an opportunity to test our systems in advance of the ISAF Youth Worlds 2012.' stated Event Chairman Brian Craig. Dun Laoghaire won the bid to host the ISAF Youth Worlds 2012 from 12-21 July when, in excess of 300 sailors and windsurfing champions from over 60 nations will participate. The granting of this prestigious sailing event to Ireland is a major boost to the sport and secures Ireland’s position as an ideal location for hosting world class sailing events. It also establishes Dun Laoghaire as one of the prime major racing locations in the world, capable of running multiple classes and courses to the highest international standard.  ‘The ISA Mitsubishi Youth Nationals is a significant event on the racing calendar. It involves young sailors from all of the ‘Olympic Pathway’ classes, some of whom are competing for places on the team that will represent Ireland in the ISAF Youth Worlds later this year. The event building up to the 2012 ISAF Youth Worlds, will help to assert Ireland’s growing reputation internationally as a venue for hosting international events.’  commented ISA Chief Executive Harry Hermon. Mitsubishi Motors have been a proud supporter of junior sailing in Ireland for the last 7 years. In recent years Ireland has had successes at youth level with winner of the girls Laser World Championships a top 10 at the 2010 ISAF Youth Worlds and wins at the British National Optimist Championships. Mitsubishi Motors have played an important role in these successes by sponsoring the Youth Nationals.   ‘Mitsubishi vehicles are often found in sailing surrounds towing boats of all shapes and sizes around the Country. As such, we have a great affinity with the sport and are particularly pleased to be able to support its development at grass roots level through our sponsorship of the ISA Youth Nationals’ stated Frank A. Keane, Chairman, Mitsubishi Motors Ireland   Three hundred sailors from around the country are expected to compete for national youth and junior pathway titles and the Mitsubishi coaching grant during the event. Rachel Solon Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:06:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:401 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/400/ISA-Mitsubishi-Youth-National-Championships-2011.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=400 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=400&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/400/ISA-Mitsubishi-Youth-National-Championships-2011.aspx May Bank Holiday weekend (29 April – 02 May) over 300 sailors will compete in Dublin Bay in seven different classes (Laser Radial, Laser 4.7, 420, Feva, Topper, SL16 and Optimist). For youth sailors, this event is the most crucial in the annual calendar as it is the decider for the top Irish sailors to compete internationally during 2011 and is the pathway for future Olympic sailors. Not only will the ISA Mitsubishi Youth Nationals over the May weekend be an important event for youth sailors it is also a major milestone for the organisers of the ISAF Youth Worlds 2012 as it offers them the opportunity to test drive the logistics of managing such a large event incorporating three clubs, three race courses and hundreds of volunteers.  ‘Dun Laoghaire has a proud reputation for hosting international events such as the biennial combined clubs Dun Laoghaire Regatta and numerous world championships. However in 2011 the ISA Mitsubishi Youth Nationals is of more significance as it gives us an opportunity to test our systems in advance of the ISAF Youth Worlds 2012.' stated Event Chairman Brian Craig. Dun Laoghaire won the bid to host the ISAF Youth Worlds 2012 from 12-21 July when, in excess of 300 sailors and windsurfing champions from over 60 nations will participate. The granting of this prestigious sailing event to Ireland is a major boost to the sport and secures Ireland’s position as an ideal location for hosting world class sailing events. It also establishes Dun Laoghaire as one of the prime major racing locations in the world, capable of running multiple classes and courses to the highest international standard.  ‘The ISA Mitsubishi Youth Nationals is a significant event on the racing calendar. It involves young sailors from all of the ‘Olympic Pathway’ classes, some of whom are competing for places on the team that will represent Ireland in the ISAF Youth Worlds later this year. The event building up to the 2012 ISAF Youth Worlds, will help to assert Ireland’s growing reputation internationally as a venue for hosting international events.’  commented ISA Chief Executive Harry Hermon. Mitsubishi Motors have been a proud supporter of junior sailing in Ireland for the last 7 years. In recent years Ireland has had successes at youth level with winner of the girls Laser World Championships a top 10 at the 2010 ISAF Youth Worlds and wins at the British National Optimist Championships. Mitsubishi Motors have played an important role in these successes by sponsoring the Youth Nationals.   ‘Mitsubishi vehicles are often found in sailing surrounds towing boats of all shapes and sizes around the Country. As such, we have a great affinity with the sport and are particularly pleased to be able to support its development at grass roots level through our sponsorship of the ISA Youth Nationals’ stated Frank A. Keane, Chairman, Mitsubishi Motors Ireland   Three hundred sailors from around the country are expected to compete for national youth and junior pathway titles and the Mitsubishi coaching grant during the event. Rachel Solon Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:02:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:400 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/399/Launch-of-Galway-Ocean-Sports-Centre.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=399 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=399&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/399/Launch-of-Galway-Ocean-Sports-Centre.aspx The Galway Ocean Sports Centre will be formally launched by Éamon Ó Cuív Minister for Social Protection and Defence on Friday 18th February at 5:30pm. The centre will provide facilities for all the watersports organisations in the city and region and is located in the new Galway Harbour Enterprise Park adjacent to the new harbour slipway that was built specifically for the Volvo Ocean Race in 2009. The 25,000 sq ft premises is being provided by Cold Chon (Galway) Ltd for a nominal rent and the land is being provided free by Galway Harbour Company. Some of the clubs that have already committed to this new facility include the Galway Sea Scouts, Galway Sea Sports Association, Galway Sub Aqua Club, Bádoiri an Cladaigh, OYTI, Galway Coastal Rowing, Kayak Mor and Galway Bay Sailing Club. ‘The Harbour Company is pleased to assist in pulling together the various water sport bodies under one roof and in the heart of the harbour. The new facility and the recently constructed slipway will be the focal point for Galway’s marine leisure, getting Galwegians afloat and established in the city, commented Harbour Master’, Captain Brian Sheridan. The Centre is also hosting Let’s Do It Global which ran the very successful Green Dragon campaign and the Galway Volvo Ocean Race Festival. The team is now working towards hosting a spectacular finish to the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12 in July 2012. The centre will provide operational facilities such as offices, changing rooms and storage facilities. There will be no social amenities or bars at the centre however it is anticipated that the establishment of the centre will provide impetus for attracting further watersport events to Galway. Rachel Solon Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:01:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:399 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/398/La-Solitaire-du-Figaro-2011.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=398 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=398&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/398/La-Solitaire-du-Figaro-2011.aspx With 71 pre-entries, including 24 rookies, an increasing number of non-French sailors and some big names in offshore racing, La Solitaire du Figaro Figaro, promises to deliver exceptional racing for the 42nd edition of the race over the 1,695 mile-course. The return of past winners Confident with last year’s victory, including three out of four leg wins, Armel Le Cléac'h returns to defend his title once more. Following a very good 2010 season, the French skipper returns with the intent of equaling the record held by some of his predecessors, Philippe Poupon, Jean Le Cam and Michel Desjoyeaux, to make it a hat trick by winning the Figaro circuit’s crowning event. "The Solitaire is an interesting race in sporting terms. To date, there are two of us who could make the hat trick in 2010, Nico (Troussel) and myself. If I am at the start this year, my goal is to do as well as in 2010! " Said Armel Le Cléac'h.   Three winners of previous editions will be at the start: Eric Drouglazet (winner in 2001), Jérémie Beyou (winner in 2005), and Nicolas Lunven (winner in 2009). There are many other contenders aiming for the top spot on the podium, including Gildas Morvan, Thierry Chabagny, Gérald Véniard, and Frédéric Duthil...Have registered their entry alongside so many other competition regulars.   Formidable competitors The mainstays of the Figaro Bénéteau Class, which include other candidates for the podium, have also registered entry: Eric Péron, Thomas Rouxel, Laurent Pellecuer, Jeanne Grégoire, Erwan Tabarly,Romain Attanasio, Nicolas Berenger, Marc Emig... Jean-Paul Mouren returns to compete on a record 25th edition. The young emerging talent will be forces to be reckoned with, Adrien Hardy, winner of the third leg last year, Fabien Delahaye 1st rookie 2009), Paul Meilhat, Anthony Marchand (1st rookie 2010), Yoann Richomme ... No matter how many miles sailed, they know that victory is gained only after crossing the finish line, and fully intend to apply the lessons learned in their previous editions. Record: 24 rookies in the running This year is also marked by an absolute record number of rookie entries; 24 pre-entries with some impressive CVs, who will present serious competition for the old hands at the event. Some of the best skippers in the Mini class, such as Xavier Macaire, Charlie Dalin, David Sineau and Luce Molinier will compete for the first time in La Solitaire du Figaro. Other very promising young skippers are also on the list, such as Alexis Littoz-Baritel, 2008 Match Racing French Champion, Morgan Lagravière with a background in Olympic 49er racing and Camille Square from the F18. Each will want to demonstrate their full potential along each of the 4 legs that lie ahead of them this Summer. La Solitaire du Figaro attracts an increasing number of international competitor's. No less than 5 nationalities will be represented on the event this summer. From Ireland, Paul O'Riain and Mick Liddy will race at home on the only foreign leg of the race course (Dún Laoghaire near Dublin). There will be many English skippers this year: Conrad Humphreys, accustomed to racing on the most prestigious ocean races, will be participating in his first Solitaire du Figaro. Nigel King is back for the third time. One rookie will be selected among the 5 from the Grande Motte Mediterranean Training Centre: Nick Cherry, Sam Goodchild, Nick Houchin, Olivier Young, Simon Hiscocks, double World Champion 49er, and Phil Sharp, who won the Route du Rhum 2006 in Class 40, to step forward to compete on the Figaro. The Portuguese solo sailor, Francisco Lobato, and the Franco-German Isabelle Joschke also return to race. "There will be fierce competition..." Race director Jacques Caraës considers that, "There will be fierce competition... on this 42nd edition of La Solitaire du Figaro. Eric Bompard Cashmere, the new main partner, could not hope for a more impressive line-up of skippers: four former winners of the event will be competing, two dozen contenders for podium places, 24 rookies, a sign of prosperity in this great classic of the summer season, especially with strong participation of foreign entries. Five nations will be represented, including the particularly competitive British-American. They will certainly have to reckon with the talented Portuguese Francisco Lobato, strengthened with the experience gained last season. There will be fierce competition...."   At six months from the start, given the upcoming program and potential of the candidates, the pressure is already starting to mount. As every year, the competition looks particularly intense, and the entertainment captivating - a memorable experience for competitors as well as for those who will follow this 42nd edition closely. 2011 Agenda: PERROS GUIREC Village opens: Saturday 23rd July Eric Bompard prologue: Friday 29th July Start of the 1st leg: Sunday 31st July CAEN (320 miles) Expected arrival of the boats: Tuesday 2nd August Start of the 2nd leg: Sunday 7th August   DÚN LAOGHAIRE (470 miles) Expected arrival of the boats: Wednesday 10th August Start of the 3rd leg: Sunday 14th August   LES SABLES D’OLONNE (475 miles) Expected arrival of the boats: Wednesday 17th August Start of the 4th leg: Sunday 21st August   DIEPPE (430 miles) Expected arrival of the boats: Wednesday 24th August Closing regatta: Sunday 28th August Rachel Solon Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:398 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/397/2011-ISAF-Youth-Worlds.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=115&ModuleID=650&ArticleID=397 http://www.sailing.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=397&PortalID=0&TabID=115 http://www.sailing.ie/ISANews/tabid/115/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/397/2011-ISAF-Youth-Worlds.aspx The 2011 ISAF Youth Worlds will be held in Zadar, Croatia  this July and will play host to over fifty competitive nations from around the globe including Ireland. The Irish team to compete at the prestigious event will be selected using a two stage process. The first step involves winning the domestic trials in Ireland this Spring and the second step requires a sailor to prove their international standard at one overseas event. The domestic trial for the 420 and laser radial classes will task the challengers to win out over their competitors at the ISA Mitsubishi Youth National Championships 2011 (29th April- 2nd May, Dun Laoghaire Co. Dublin). With Dun Laoghaire playing host to the upcoming 2012 ISAF Youth World Championship the various young runners and riders will be given the chance to experience top level racing on the same waters that they may just be competing in again in 2012. The NOR and entry system for the ISA Mitsubishi Youth National Championships 2011 will be published very shortly. Please see here for Guidelines for the Nomination and Selection 2011. Rachel Solon Tue, 01 Mar 2011 11:56:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:397