It was all to play for at the 2025 FGSC Cadet Open as ambitious contenders launched into a light SE breeze on 22 March. Fresh from almost a month of winter training at the green, these cadet sailors looked faster and stronger than ever before.
Our experienced RO Mike Atkinson was confident. There would be no delay today for the cadets representing squadrons from Fishers Green SC; Corinthian Otters; Rickmansworth SC and Welsh Harp SC. Brightly coloured spinnakers popped up as they headed for Race Island, and there was a buzz of anticipation amongst parents and supporters on shore.
After two exciting races a warming lunch was taken followed by two further thrilling races.
With four races complete, final podium places were then accounted for, with swift two protests heard. A fantastic event for all, both veteran racers and newcomers and well done to all the youth who participated and worked hard to achieve their goals in this event.
Congratulations to our podium places and prize winners:
1st Zoe Thomas & Thomas Emile (presented with the Cobweb Trophy and CFbyLandL golden tiller)
2nd Emily Buckley & Isla Kennedy (presented with the B fleet trophy)
3rd Daisy Cox & Ben Smith (presented with the Eric Ingall Trophy)
1st under13 Helm Daisy Cox (presented with Fishers Green Cadet Trophy)
Most promising FGSC crew Alvy Jones (presented with the Sam Breary Shield)
Endeavour prize awarded to Gracie Jones
Thank you to all the volunteers including those FGSC members who provided safety cover on RIBS and help in the galley and special thanks to:
Matteo Mancini and Paul Buckley for their coach support
CFbyLandL for generously sponsoring our event
The Old Salt Loft / Stitch Print for generously sponsoring sunglasses
Further news and event coverage of FGSC events, including all open events, can be found on our social media channel @fishersgreensailingclub and www.fishersgreensc.org.uk
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