Rolex Yachtsman of the Year

Being voted Rolex Yachtsman of the Year is an honor of the highest order! I am flattered and humbled to be included amongst the great American sailors who grace this award.2025 has been a year of success and recognition for me. Winning the Star World Championship put a spotlight on a lifetime of work, dedication, discipline, and passion. My dreams came true!I am grateful for the honors that have come my way. I am rich with memories, emotions, and the amazing experiences that make up my journey in our beautiful sport.I am especially grateful for my health, my fitness, and my family and my friends.I have been blessed to have passion in my life. I have always had goals. When I wake up in the morning, I know what I am going to do and can’t wait to get going. I think of life like an hourglass; while a lot of sand has fallen for some of us, the sand that hasn’t fallen is precious opportunity.Age is a number, not a limit.