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SailPro is a unique yacht race scoring system designed to handle all on-the-water Race Committee computing needs while being accessible via any smart phone or tablet computer.  Like all newer scoring systems, it is used and operated via a browser. However, SailPro need not be internet based and thereby is not absolutely tied to WIFI or cell-service.  SailPro uses a client-server concept allowing any browser-equipped device to be a client served either on the internet at sailpro.org, or by a local (ie. on-board RC signal boat) Raspberry Pi computer.

SailPro is simple, easy to learn, and uses a straight-forward method of navigating around the four main race scoring tasks:   Regatta identification, Class/Start splits, Competitor entry, and Finishing/Scoring. SailPro's simplicity is easily visible: have a look at its initiation screen below. Therein, the four key areas of race scoring control can be clearly identified.

REGATTA SET-UP

Displayed above is the actual starting screen used by SailPro to initiate a new regatta. Typically, a new (or recurring) regatta is planned around a some basic ideas. It will be for a specific group or class of boats, and have a name, venue, managers and target dates assigned. All this information can be entered into the above initial SailPro screen . Most of the data fields are self-evident, and some of them can be pre-set or controlled as configured options. As mentioned above, there are four primary sections on the screen:

REGATTA IDENTIFICATION: Defines the basic characteristics of the regatta, its name, identifier, date, etc., and is fairly easy to understand. The Club Name can be pre-set as might be appropriate. The Regatta ID is a user-defined, coded identifier for the regatta, and the regatta's data files are named with this code.

The last field of the Identification area is 'Number of Races,' which is related to the 'Classes,Races&Starts' frame to the right. Also there are three buttons which are unavailable initially: Submit, Hide/Show Entries, and Add Race. Note that data entered into SailPro only exists in the browser, and is stored on the server only after being submitted.

CLASSES,RACES&STARTS: (CRS) A class is a grouping of boats that will race and be scored against one another. A class will typically have a set start time in each race, and two classes may be started together (can have the same start time). But classes and starts are bound together one-to-one. One Race is a series of starts, one for each class, and all starts for one race will occur on one date in sequence. A class can consist of several (or many) competitors. But a competitor can only be in one class for the regatta. Therefore a competitor can only start and be scored one time in each race.

Initially the objective of this CRS section is to build a table which defines the first race date, the classes, and a scoring method for each class, plus the probable starting sequence. Therefore the required fields are the date, class and the 'ScoreAs' columns. Start times, distances and courses may be set and can be changed (and probably will be) before finishers are entered for the race. A Class is given a 'Class code' or ID, usually an abbreviation like PHRFA or CLUB, for example. After entering each class, the 'Add Start' button is clicked to enter the next class.

Only the first race needs to be defined because the SailPro server will copy this initial table of starts for more planned races, the number of copies (initially 3) being set in the identification section field 'Number of Races.' The last CRS column, 'ScoreAs' sets the scoring method using configured drop-down options being: Handicap on Distance (BHoD), Club Handicap on Time (CHoT), Time on Time (ToT), One-Design (OD), or Portsmouth Yardstick (PY). The following two areas of the screen (Entries and Finishes) are not initially usable. They are shown here for illustration only, because basically, when a regatta is first defined, it will not have any competitors, nor any finished races.

ENTRIES: Each competitor is one entry in the regatta, identified by its sail number, and is defined in the 'Entries' section. Entered yacht data builds a table of boat information consisting of sail number, yacht name, type, skipper, rating, etc. As each boat is entered, a new line will open for the next boat. Initially the last column 'Class' is an open free-form field, but after submitting classes in the CRS section, this class field will be set using a selection of drop-down options of only defined classes (a configured option).

FINISHES: Initially entry of 'Finishes' is restricted against any input because there are no races and no competitors defined. It is shown on this initial screen because it is always on this one primary SailPro web-page. Although not yet defined, it is set to receive finishes for Race Number 1. Only two fields must be entered to record the finish of each boat: Sail Number and Finish Time. An optional Field entitled 'Status' is available for recording status and penalty codes which can be selected from a configured drop down list: DNC, DNF, DNS, DSQ, OCS, etc.

Want better insight into SailPro?

There are three ways to get a better feel for how SailPro operates: 1)Review the Pseudo-Demo, 2)Utilize the DEMO Yacht Club, and 3)Initiate live SailPro scoring for a yacht club. Probably the most expedient and beneficial approach would be to perform these operations in that sequence.

PSEUDO DEMONSTRATION

The Pseudo-Demonstration pages are actual SailPro screens, being driven by SailPro Javascript functions, and show the true look-and-feel of SailPro. Please be aware that these samples do not connect to any server nor do they update any data base. Therefore data entered in the demo is not saved, nor is it processed at all, meaning the demo does not fully perform online race scoring.

DEMONSTRATION: Initiation Screen PSEUDO-DEMONSTRATION: Mid-Regatta Screen

Notes on Pseudo-Demonstration Pages The above two screens (Initial and Mid-Regatta) are samples of the one primary SailPro processing page. Comparing these two screens shows several differences between them, such as Functional ordering and Race buttons. (Did you try them? -- ie. click-on R1, R2, R3) Some changes indicate SailPro's configuration options. For example, SailPro may be configured to provide for loading the Entries table from another source, such as a prior regatta or an independent online registration function (SailPro has its own). Also, display order of SailPro's sub-sections and their view can be controlled, as well as being shown or hidden. Typically all sections are displayed, and after initial set-up, the 'Finishes' section will be displayed before the entry section, because generally, most on-going race processing involves finishing and producing view-able results.

When accessing a regatta in-process, the 'Finishes' section initially displays as a line of blank fields awaiting entry of a finisher for the next race (Race 4 in Demo). Each boat is finished by keying-in its sail-number and finish-time, after which a new line is opened for the next finisher. This process builds a finish-log for the race. After the log is submitted, it can be reviewed by clicking on a Race/Results button (R1, R2, etc.) appearing in the Finishes section. This review screen also allows for modifications, updates and additions, and includes a 'Results' button for producing (and publishing) a tidy 'Results report.'

BTW, The mid-regatta demo defines only two classes, seven races and twenty-six entries, (the respective maximums are 9, 9, 999). Also, sample sail numbers used are only four-digits because doing so intentionally simplifies the demo. (Sail numbers in SailPro can be up to 9 characters long, such as 'USA123456' which can be entered into the Entries screen by clicking on the 'Add Boat' button.)

Because it has no back-end processor, the pseudo-demo does not perform the more-complex calculations such as actual race or series scoring, or changing a race parameter (eg. start-time or distance) after it is scored. These functions are handled by the server. However the demo scoring pages were produced by the SailPro server program. In addition, some pseudo-demo functions may appear to hit dead-ends because they will await a server response which does not occur nor will it ever.

There are two ways to exercise the Demo Yacht Club: A)The Scoring Page appears identical to the mid-regatta Pseudo-Demo (it may have been altered), but is fully functional and includes all SailPro scoring services. See its publishable results via any Race button (i.e. R4), then click-on Results . B)The full Club Demo shows the Regatta-Menu page which is the first screen displayed whenever a user logs into an active SailPro club.

Go-Live with SAILPRO

Actual, on-line SailPro race scoring functionality can be set-up for a club at the following web-page: Initiate Sailpro . This link is used to both initiate a new club and for on-going access to an existing club (one previously set-up). Hence, the page requests an email-address for a user-id, and a password. To start SailPro for a club, an email address and a club identifier (abbreviation) is required. Your club identifier must be less than 7 characters, and will be entered into the password field (it will not display).

Creating a new SailPro club requires entry of a SailPro admin passcode. The passcode will be emailed to the club administrator at the entered email address. Upon return to SailPro, login using this club administrator email address, and the SailPro passcode. The administrator must then identify the club by entering its name; then entering his own name and a new password for this SailPro administrator account. This regular password must be more than 7 characters in length.

After initially logging-in and completing this set-up task, the standard SailPro menu for the club is displayed. This menu shows all regattas for the club plus two admin functions. Initially there is only one regatta, a demonstration regatta/series (DS2020), which provides test data for exploring SailPro's features and functionality. After exercising the system using this data, a neophyte user will likely find SailPro to be comprehensive and yet easy and intuitive. An hour of exploration will give a user the knowledge to initiate SailPro for scoring their own regatta.

The administrative functions provide ways of setting club-wide race scoring parameters and for initiating a new regatta. Racing parameters control such conditions as Time Limits, Boat Changes, Penalty Scores, Throw-Outs, etc. Initial parameters are probably acceptable for your club, but they may be modified as necessary using the 'Club Option' selection.

Start New Regatta Starting a new regatta in SailPro uses the same Initiation Screen as displayed above (and was used in the Pseudo-Demonstration). This screen is ubiquitous in SailPro. As discussed above, the screen is comprised of four areas, and, in general, the data fields on it are fairly evident, but a few items deserve additional explanation. Most of the data in the Identification area is simply descriptive, meaning used only in titles and descriptions to various reports, etc.

A critical field in the ident-area is 'Regatta ID' which is a free-form, user selected code and is used widely in SailPro as the identifier for the regatta. To allow a casual user (non-scorer) to easily identify it, this ID should be an abbreviation or acronym of the regatta name. It must be unique and should include an annual focus. So a good ID for the annual 'Summer Solstice Series' for 2023 might be SSS23.

The CRS or Race-Schedule area is documented above, including a definition of what a SailPro racing class is. This race-schedule table defines the dates, classes, start-times and other regatta-calendar parameters. Scoring rules (or mechanisms or formulas) are always defined for a class of boats which compete against each other under that scoring method. So a scoring method is declared for each class in this race-schedule table, under the 'ScoreAs' title or field.

Scoring methods are handicapping mechanisms that allow dis-similar boats to vie competitively against each other. Basically, a boat's handicap number (HCP) adjusts its actual race elapsed time (ET: time between starting and finishing) to a corrected time (CT). For a given race, boats in each class are then ranked by corrected time. The class winner is the boat having the lowest corrected time.

ENTRIES:   Sailpro has three methods for handling competitor-entry: 1)Direct data entry; 2)Copy from existing regatta; 3)Online by competitor. The Regatta Initiation screen includes a field labeled: 'Copy Entries From.' Enter a regatta ID here to have all competitors (and classes) copied from that regatta into this newly defined regatta. The 'Entries' section of SailPro's primary screen becomes a display-table of entries, and can also be used for direct competitor entry.

Using the internet, competitors can self-enter into any SailPro regatta. After creating a new regatta, a line will appear at the bottom of the main regatta menu screen which states 'NOR hot-link for Open Registration...' This line shows a web-link that can be copied into any web-page for providing a hot-link to the SailPro self-entry screen for the new regatta.

Check-it Out Please feel free to fully exercise and review SailPro, and your feedback would be welcome and appreciated. We look forward to any comments and suggestions, and will expediently respond to any questions at: [email protected]

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Scoring races to get acceptable race results is the primary function of race management. Competitors expect races to be run competently, and the results to reflect their abilities on the racecourse in a fair and unbiased way. With ORC’s use of scientific modelling of boat performance, this is possible with the correct selection of scoring type that best reflects the race type, the wind conditions and the expectations of the competitors. One of three main characteristics of ORC rating systems besides science and transparency is the flexibility in scoring options. Since the ORC VPP produces a complete matrix of predicted boat speeds at various wind strengths and directions, ORC rating systems can therefore provide a wide variety of methods to calculate corrected time. This variety may look complex, but it is actually one of the strengths of the ORC rating systems to offer race managers choices that best suit their fleet, their race type and their race conditions. Choosing the best scoring option is therefore finding the right balance between accuracy and simplicity appropriate for the fleet. The simple options shown on certificates include use of a single-number Time on Distance or Time on Time rating given for basic course types such as: • Windward/Leeward course - has 50% upwind and 50% downwind race legs • All Purpose course - includes equal distribution of all wind directions. To improve accuracy and maximize the ORC rating system's potential, race managers can choose to utilize additional information and opt for Polar Curve Scoring (PCS) or tailor-made scoring options. Besides wind geometries, there are multiple other factors that should influence the selection of the scoring option. Level of competition – For casual racing in club-level events with limited race committee resources, the simpler scoring options may be the appropriate choice. As the level of competition increases, then more sophisticated systems may be appropriate depending on the expectations of the sailors. For example, by default the windward/leeward races in ORC World and Continental Championships are scored using PCS with constructed courses – this is common for major National Championships and International regattas as well, and even for some local fleet competitions where this level of scoring is accepted and understood. Class composition – Regardless of the scoring method selected it is important to have the fleet organized into racing groups (e.g. classes, divisions, sections, etc) of similar type. The scoring system works best when like-type and sized boats race each other, particularly when using the most accurate scoring options. Yet for long offshore races there may be a desire to list overall results that include all entered boats besides the results from separate classes. Time on Distance vs Time on Time – Simple scoring options offer either Time on Distance or Time on Time ratings. The two are equivalent, and the choice can coincide with what the local fleet is accustomed to using. However, if the racing area has current, Time on Time is generally regarded as being more fair. National Rating Office scoring options - National Rating Offices may publish on their certificates other scoring options. This may include ToD and/or ToT coefficients using different course models as well as multiple ToD and/or ToT coefficients for different wind ranges. The course type used to calculate these ratings and the methods of how they will be applied shall be specified in the Notice of Race and/or Sailing Instructions of the races and events that use them.

Polar Curve Scoring

Polar Curve Scoring is the most powerful engine of the ORC rating systems. It is this unique feature which makes this rule fundamentally different from any other handicap system, as it recognizes that yachts of varied design perform differently when conditions change. This means that yachts of different designs will have different time allowances in each race depending on the weather conditions and the course configuration for that particular race. For example, heavy under-canvassed boats are slow in light airs but fast in strong winds, boats with deep keels go well to windward, and light boats with small keels will go fast downwind.

Where is it shown on the certificate?

An ORC certificate provides a range of ratings (time allowances expressed in secs/NM) for wind conditions in the range of 6 – 20 knots of true wind speed, and at angles varying from an optimum VMG beat to 52, 60, 75, 90, 110, 120, 135, 150 degrees of true wind angle, as well as the optimum VMG run angle. Additionally, two pre-selected course are available as: Windward/Leeward (up and down) is a conventional course around windward and leeward marks where the race course consists of 50% upwind and 50% downwind legs. All Purpose includes equal distribution of all wind directions as a hypothetical course type in which the boat circumnavigates a circular island with the true wind direction held constant.

How is it calculated?

Taking for example, two boats with time allowances for All Purpose course their handicaps may be calculated as follows:

This would mean that Boat B will give 82.8 seconds per NM to Boat A in light winds, while in strong winds it will be opposite with Boat A giving 69.5 seconds per NM to Boat B.

To score the race, race committee needs to select the wind strength to be used for the scoring. So called Soring Wind is calculated from the performance of the boats. Time allowances for 7 wind speeds may be presented as performance curve.

In a typical Performance Curve plot, the vertical axis represents the average speed of the boat around the race course, expressed in seconds per mile. The horizontal axis represents the wind speed in knots. When the finishing time of Yacht A is known, its elapsed time is divided by the distance of the course to determine the average speed in seconds per mile.

For example, if the elapsed time of the boat with the curve shown above is 1 hour 28 minutes 11 seconds and the total length of the course is 8.11 NM, the average s/NM for the boat on that course is: Elapsed time: 1:28:11 hours = 5291 s Course length: 8.11 NM Allowance = Elapsed Time / Course length = 5291/8.11 = 652.4 s/NM This value is then found on the vertical axis, and the software finds the point where it intersects the performance curve as shown below:

The corresponding point on this curve on the horizontal axis is the so-called Scoring Wind. This means the yacht has completed the course “as if” it has encountered that wind speed. The faster the boat has sailed, the higher the Scoring Wind, which is the primary index used for Polar Curve Scoring: the yacht with the highest Scoring Wind wins the race.

Scoring Wind is intended as an interpolation between time allowances, not an extrapolation. This means that when the Scoring Wind drops below 6 knots or raises above 20 knots, the time allowances used for calculating the corrected times will be those of 6 knots and 20 knots respectively. This does not mean that ORC races need to be stopped (or not started) with wind below 6 knots or above 20. When the Scoring Wind results calculate to be less than 6 knots or more than 20, the corrected time values at these wind speeds are then used.

With the winner known, the remaining rankings in the race are determined as follows: the Scoring Wind of the winner is used as the true wind speed to then calculate the corrected times of the other entries. With that wind on the horizontal axis, the appropriate time allowances are determined on each boat’s curve on the vertical axis. Such a time allowance is then used as a single number Time on Distance coefficient.

Constructed course

Further sophistication of the Polar Curve Scoring and use of full power of the ORC VPP may be achieved by defining the course when the course does not fit with one of the pre-defined course models i.e. any course different from Windward/Leeward course (50/50) or All Purpose with equal distribution of all wind directions. The use of a constructed course is not as complicated as it may appear. It requires the Race Committee to provide only a little more data in addition to their usual work of setting up the course, following the wind changes, making starts and taking finishing times. ORC provides free PC-based ORC Scorer Software that will do all calculations that enable results to be ready as soon as the elapsed times of the race are entered. The course may be constructed with these parameters in the ORC Scorer software:

• course bearing
• wind direction

Typical course definition . Distance and bearings of each leg are entered, as is the approximate wind direction. Note wind speed is not entered.Current velocity and direction can also be entered for each leg, if it is known. From the course constructed as described above, the true wind angle (TWA) is calculated as being the difference between the wind direction and compass bearing of each leg. With this information, a table is made for each boat that describes the theoretical speed of that boat over that course for the range of seven true wind speeds (TWS). Calculated time allowances for these wind speeds are then used to calculate Scoring Wind and corrected times as explained above.

Time on Distance

Corrected time is calculated as follows:

Corrected time = Elapsed time – (ToD delta * Distance)

Where ToD delta = ToD the boat    - ToD the lowest (fastest boat) in the fleet

With Time-on-Distance (ToD) scoring, the coefficient of time allowance of one boat will not change with wind velocity, but will change with the length of the course. One boat will always give to another the same handicap in s/NM, and it is easy to calculate the difference in elapsed time between two boats needed to determine a winner in corrected time.

ToD coefficients are calculated for the respective course model (Windward/Leeward or All-purpose) with the following wind strength distribution:

A custom-made ToD coefficient may be calculated using a different wind distribution matrix based on wind historical data or weather forecast for a particular race. Course model to be used shall be specified in the Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions.

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ToD Coefficient

Length of Course

Time on Time

Corrected time = ToT * Elapsed time

With Time-On-Time (ToT) scoring, the time allowance will increase progressively through the duration of the race. Course distance has no effect on the results and need not be measured. Corrected time will depend only on the elapsed time, and the difference between boats may be seen in seconds depending of the duration of the races. The longer the race in time, the larger the handicap.

ToT coefficients are calculated for the respective course model (Windward/Leeward or All-purpose) as follows: ToT = 600 / ToD A custom made ToT coefficient may be calculated using conversion factor to the custom made ToD coefficient. A conversion factor different from 600 may be set as ToD representing the middle of the fleet. Use of a different correction factor will not change the place in corrected times, it will only affect the differences in corrected time..

ToT Coefficient

ORC Weather Routing Scoring

Weather routing scoring (wrs).

This new method for scoring medium and long-distance offshore races promises to combine the accuracy of modern weather forecasting with the power of the ORC VPP to produce fair handicap ratings for an entire fleet.

The concept relies on using PredictWind routing tools ( www.predictwind.com/features/w... ) to determine for each boat its Predicted Elapsed Time (PET) for the race based on the weather and current conditions it experiences on the race course. 

The PET is used to determine a rating for the boat on that course, and the boat’s score for the race will be based on a comparison of the PET with the actual elapsed time.

The virtue of the method is that it uses the actual predicted weather conditions of the race rather than a generalized all-purpose or other pre-determined course model to determine ratings. 

Therefore, in theory, all boats have an equal chance to win because their ratings will reflect the weather they are predicted to encounter during the race. This is a significant step forward from assuming all boats in a race of any length encounter the same conditions.

A more detailed description of this approach can be viewed at https://orc.org/sailors/news-a... .

WRS will be used during the 2024 season in all ORC World and European Championship events with direct supervision by the ORC technical team, and be developed further during this season. 

Organizers of races of suitable length (eg, minimum overnight duration) for this method and who are interested in using WRS should include this language in their Notice of Race: Offshore race results will be determined by corrected times calculated by the single ToT calculated by the Weather Routing as provided by the ORC. List of ratings will be published not later than (insert number) hours before the start.

And this in their Sailing Instructions: The decision on the scoring method and scoring parameters used will be at the sole discretion of the race committee. The length of the course, compass headings of legs of the course, wind directions, and wind speeds will not be grounds for requests for redress by a boat. This changes RRS 60.1(b).

To apply for receiving WRS ratings from ORC, complete the form available at -   ORC Weather Routing Scoring request form for the event organizers

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North Sails Group Supports Yacht Scoring

News update: north sails group supports yacht scoring.

North Sails Group is pleased to announce the addition of Yacht Scoring to its family. Founded in 2006 by Luiz Kahl, Yacht Scoring is an easy-to-use yet powerful web-based race management and scoring tool used by hundreds of yacht clubs and race organizers around the globe. Kahl, who passed away unexpectedly in 2021, was a software developer by trade, a competitive sailboat racer, and a passionate race committee volunteer. This addition to North Sails Group is part of an ongoing mission to support the sport of sailing and increase participation.

Yacht Scoring is a race management and scoring system that simplifies the task of event registration and communications while allowing for complete results in near-real-time. The single online data-based platform streamlines regatta management and eliminates the need to maintain multiple independent spreadsheets for entry lists, scratch sheets, ratings, and competitors’ information. For sailors, Yacht Scoring’s quick and easy sign-in and live scoring program delivers immediate race results, helping sailors know the score before they return to the dock. ​​

“Luiz uniquely blended an innovative business model with an unmatched level of customer support,” comments Ken Read, President of North Sails Group. “It was not uncommon to see him working hand-in-hand with race committees to ensure the success of their event. He didn’t do this because it was a requirement of using his services; Luiz did it because he was committed to helping sailors at all levels of the sport. It is our intention to follow his lead with this same service that he prided himself on.”

“ Yacht Scoring is a tool to help race committees focus on what’s important, letting sailors have fun on the water,” says Gui Kahl, Luiz’s brother. “In just ten years, Luiz grew Yacht Scoring into a must-have regatta management platform used by thousands of sailors. Beyond his business, Luiz was an avid supporter of Warrior Sailing, youth sailing, and Bayview Yacht Club, his home club, which will continue to be supported by Yacht Scoring. ” Gui further explains, “The continuation of Yacht Scoring by the North Sails Group preserves Luiz’s legacy and will keep building on his vision.”

The ease and accuracy of Yacht Scoring for race committees, sailors and volunteers with regard to all aspects of sailboat racing, from entry to scoring, will remain unchanged. The Kahl family extends their gratitude to Rob Bunn for his dedication and time over the last several months. A personal friend of Luiz’s, Rob was instrumental in keeping Yacht Scoring moving forward and operational for sailing and the sailing community. He will remain as interim manager of Yacht Scoring to ensure a seamless transition with the North Sails Group.

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Yacht Scoring: https://www.yachtscoring.com/howitworks.cfm

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Yacht Scoring, the web-based race management and scoring tool founded in 2006 by Luiz Kahl, is now supported by the North Sails Group. Kahl passed away unexpectedly in 2021 , and this transfer will secure the continuation of Kahl’s standard-setting online data-based platform that is relied upon worldwide by class organizations and events.

“Luiz grew Yacht Scoring into a must-have regatta management platform used by thousands of sailors,” said Gui Kahl, Luiz’s brother. “The continuation of Yacht Scoring by the North Sails Group preserves Luiz’s legacy and will keep building on his vision.”

Yacht Scoring simplifies the task of event registration and communications while allowing for complete results in near-real-time. The platform streamlines regatta management and eliminates the need to maintain multiple independent spreadsheets for entry lists, scratch sheets, ratings, and competitors’ information. For sailors, Yacht Scoring’s quick and easy sign-in and live scoring program delivers immediate race results and crew lists for review. ​​

“Luiz uniquely blended an innovative business model with an unmatched level of customer support,” comments Ken Read, President of North Sails Group. “It was not uncommon to see him working hand-in-hand with race committees to ensure the success of their event. He didn’t do this because it was a requirement of using his services; Luiz did it because he was committed to helping sailors at all levels of the sport. It is our intention to follow his lead with this same service that he prided himself on.”

The ease and accuracy of Yacht Scoring for race committees, sailors, and volunteers with regard to all aspects of sailboat racing, from entry to scoring, will remain unchanged.

The Kahl family extends their gratitude to Rob Bunn for his dedication and time over the last several months. A personal friend of Luiz’s, Rob has been instrumental in keeping Yacht Scoring moving forward and operational for sailing and the sailing community. He will remain as interim manager of Yacht Scoring to ensure a seamless transition with the North Sails Group.

Yacht Scoring: https://www.yachtscoring.com/howitworks.cfm

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This race is also a team event. The Grand Perpetual Foulweather Bluff team trophy is awarded to the yacht club with the best four boats combined finishes.

2024 Regattas

Notsa regatta - june 9, 2024, 2.4 mr canam regatta - june 9, 2024, 2.4 mr national cup regatta - july 13 & 14, 2024, poker run - august 17, 2024, nyc open - august 10, 2024, shark gold cup - august 10 & 11, 2024, argosy rose bowl race - august 11, 2024, 2.4 mr great lakes regatta - august 17 & 18, 2024, uoft invitational regatta - september 28 & 29, 2024, 2.4 mr canadians - september 21-23, 2024, j80 north americans - october 4-6, 2024, 2023 regattas, notsa regatta - june 11.

Notice of Race   Sailing Instructions Results  

2.4mR Regatta - June 11

The national event - dinghy & 2.4 mr - july 15 & 16.

History of The National Event

Nyc open / 8m nas & ahmen argosy rosebowl - august 12 & 13.

2023 8M North American Championship

and the AHMEN Argosy Rosebowl Race

• One-design fleets preferring two days of course racing should contact [email protected]
• Join us on shore at the NYC after racing for music, BBQ, drinks, flags & some good old fun.
• The next day, on Sunday August 13 th , compete for the Argosy Rose Bowl as part of the AHMEN race series.

REGISTRATION

More about ahmen, 2.4 mr great lakes regatta - august 19 & 20, registration & more:, mobility cup - august 27-september 1, shark gold cup - september 9 & 10, melges 24 north american championship - september 15-17.

2.4 mR Canadian Championship - September 22-24

Uoft invitational regatta - september 30 & october 1, race documents.

2022 Regattas

2.4 mr - canam kickoff regatta - june 25 & 26.

The National Event - Dinghy - July 16 & 17

Nyc open & ahmen argosy rose bowl - august 6 & 7, saturday & sunday, august 6 & 7, 2022.

• Meet us on water, Saturday August 6 th , for the NYC Open.
• After the race on Saturday, join us on shore, at the NYC for Music, Food, Drinks, Flags & some good old FUN.
• The next day, on Sunday August 7 th , we compete for the AHMEN Argosy Rose Bowl hosted annually by NYC.
• NYC is accepting visiting boats, so please reach to [email protected] out for docking arrangements.

Registration

More about ahmen, 2.4 mr canadian championship - august 26-28, beneteau 36.7 north americans - september 8-11.

Melges 24 Canadians - September 16-18

2.4 mr great lakes regatta - october 8 & 9, 2021 regattas, nyc open & ahmen argosy rose bowl - august 7 & 8, saturday & sunday, august 7 & 8, 2021.

• Meet us on water, Saturday August 7 th , for the NYC Open.
• The next day, on Sunday August 8 th , we compete for the Argosy Rose Bowl in the first AHMEN race of the season.
• NYC is accepting visiting boats, so please reach out for docking arrangements.

More About LORC

2.4mr great lakes championship - august 21 & 22, saturday & sunday, august 21 & 22, 2021.

2021 Shark Canadian Championships - September 11 & 12

Saturday & sunday, september 11 & 12, 2021.

• Registration/Check-In: 1800h-2100h, Friday, September 10, 2021 and 0730h-0930h, Saturday, September 10, 2021
• Welcome Reception & BBQ: 1800h-2000h Friday, September 10, 2021.
• Skippers' Meeting: 0900h, Saturday, September 11, 2021 (NYC Chartroom or front verandah)
• Attitude Adjustment: 1700h, Saturday, September 11, 2021 (NYC Dining Room or Tents in Drysail area).
• Awards & Closing Ceremonies: after racing activities Sunday, September 12, 2021 (NYC clubhouse lower patio).

MORE INFORMATION

Proudly sponsored by:.

2.4 mR Can-Am North Finale - September 17-19

2020 regattas, toronto race week - june 23-25, 2.4 mr canam north - june 27-28, alberg syronelle cup - june 27-28, the national event - july 11-12, lyra gta fun sail - august 1, saturday, august 1, 2020, what is this.

• A pandemic-appropriate sailboat event, with boats sailing from Gibraltar to Oakville and back, or vice versa.  
• Participants must abide by all regulations and recommendations as published by the local government and health authorities. 
• Crews could be family or social bubbles.  Or follow the guidelines that are in effect on the date of the event.  Skippers are responsible for the safety of their crew.
• All boats should keep at least 2 metres away from other boats.

Is this a race?

• No, there are no NOR, SI, race committee, jury or trophies.  
• Racing Rules of Sailing do not apply. 
• The Right Of Way Rule will apply.

What would it look like?

• Sail past the Gibraltar mark, then the Oakville Yacht Squadron Mark 3 (N 43 27.778 W79 37.561), then back to Gibraltar or
• Sail past the Oakville Yacht Squadron Mark 3 East  (N 43 27.778 W79 37.561), then the Gibraltar mark, then back to Oakville Yacht Squadron Mark 3 East. 
• All marks to starboard.
• Record the time you pass the first and last mark using the same time source.
• Monitor VHF 72 to talk to your friends. 

How would do I join?

• Complete the Registration Form by July 30, 2020.  
• The event is open to all sailboats in the GTA, there is no entry fee.

Is it scored?

• Just for your information, we will post actual and corrected if you submit your start and finish time using Time Submission Form
• All participants that complete the Time Submission Form will receive a LYRA 2020 flag.

NYC LORC Open & Argosy Rose Bowl - August 8-9

2.4 mr great lakes regatta - august 22-23, alberg great lakes championship - august 22, saturday, august 22, 2020.

Racing Documents

Registration coming soon, glaa history, mobility cup - august 28-september 3, shark gold cup - september 12-13, 2.4mr canadian championship - september 19-20, 2019 regattas, summer social - june 22, saturday, june 22, 2019.

Summer Solstice Celebration

Big sun. big sails. huge fun. bigger tales., schedule of events:, kayak race:, bbq dinner:, alberg glaa syronelle cup - june 22-23, the national event (dinghy regatta) - july 13-14, dinghy & skiff regatta saturday & sunday, july 13 &14, 2019.

NYC LORC Open & Argosy Rose Bowl - August 10-11

Sailing instructions saturday & sunday, august 10 & 11, 2019, 2.4 mr great lakes regatta - august 17-18, saturday & sunday, august 17 & 18, 2019, canam north regatta series.

Alberg GLAA Great Lakes Championship - August 24

2.4mr canadian championship - september 7-8, saturday & sunday, september 7 & 8, 2019, broadreach jilasi for youth regatta - september 14, saturday, september 14, 2019.

Jilasi for Youth Regatta

After the regatta: food, music and fun , focus: youth who need your support.

The generosity of Nieuport Aviation and softchoice

2018 Regattas

Nyc summer social - june 23, saturday, june 23, 2018, something for everyone, register now, more information:, event photos:, the national event - july 14-15, dinghy & skiff regatta saturday & sunday, july 14 & 15, 2018, past results & photos:, j-fest - july 21-22, saturday & sunday, july 21-22, 2018, history of j/fest:, nyc open & argosy rose bowl - august 11-12, saturday & sunday, august 11 & 12, 2018, registration:, regatta documents:, shark gold cup - september 8-9, saturday & sunday, september 8 & 9, 2018.

GLAA Syronelle Cup - June 23-24

Glaa great lakes championship - august 25, jilasi for youth regatta - september 22, racing documents & registration   racing results   racing crew bank   race committee   nyc challenge.

Luiz Legacy

Warrior Sailing is proud to Yacht Scoring’s charitable partner.

Luiz Kahl, the founder of Yacht Scoring, was a software developer by trade, a competitive sailboat racer, and a passionate race committee volunteer. His online system streamlined regatta management and scoring, and the platform became a vital tool in supporting thousands of sailors, race committees, and event organizers worldwide. 

With an innovative business model, Luiz built the Yacht Scoring brand upon an unmatched level of customer support and his commitment to helping sailors at all levels of the sport. 

  The entire sailing world was shocked and saddened by Luiz’s sudden passing in September 2021. However, through the support of close friends, Yacht Scoring continued to run and was ultimately acquired by the North Sails Group in 2022.

  Luiz was an avid supporter of Warrior Sailing. And in the spirit of his long-standing support, Yacht Scoring named Warrior Sailing their official charitable partner through 2024.

Jordan Kingston comes through to help Calabasas hand first defeat to Westlake

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After losing 25 pounds, senior pitcher Jordan Kingston of Calabasas looks like he’s having a wardrobe failure every time he stands on the mound. He has the same jersey and same belt from last season when he weighed 240 pounds, and he’s having trouble getting the jersey to stay tucked in when he’s pitching.

Watching from shortstop, Nathan Castellon observed, “I’m like, ‘It’s untucked.’ It’s not neat, but Jordan is not a neat guy.”

The right-hander committed to San Diego State welcomes pitching in big games, and none was bigger than Tuesday’s Marmonte League opener against unbeaten Westlake. Kingston threw a complete game with six strikeouts in Calabasas’ 3-2 victory, the first of a three-game series with the Warriors (9-1).

“He was really good,” coach Thomas Cassidy said. “He kept his poise.”

Calabasas (7-4) trailed 1-0 until loading the bases with none out in the fifth inning and pushing across three runs on two groundouts and a wild pitch. Westlake got a run back in the sixth on a single from Nolan Johnson. In the seventh, a two-out walk and wild pitch gave Westlake a runner representing the tying run on second. But Kingston got the final out to deliver an important win for the Coyotes. Castellon had two hits and, after failing twice to bunt, singled with two strikes to key the fifth inning.

Big strikeout to start the seventh for Jordan Kingston pic.twitter.com/xE5ruaEVdx — eric sondheimer (@latsondheimer) March 20, 2024

Westlake will have its ace, Dylan Volantis, ready to throw Thursday at Calabasas.

Oaks Christian 4, Thousand Oaks 0: Jack Laubacher struck out nine and walked one in a complete game.

St. Francis 23, Loyola 3: John Calmette went four for four and Jordan Lewallen had six RBIs to lead St. Francis.

Sherman Oaks Notre Dame 3, Bishop Alemany 2: Dominic Cadiz had the walk-off hit in the seventh for Notre Dame, which trailed 2-0 before scoring two runs in the sixth to tie.

Harvard-Westlake 8, Crespi 2: The Wolverines stayed atop the Mission League standings. Bryce Rainer finished with three hits.

Chaminade 4, Sierra Canyon 0: Jackson Schroeder threw 4-1/3 innings of scoreless ball and Vinny Van der Wel had two hits for surging Chaminade.

Orange Lutheran 4, Santa Margarita 3: The No. 1 Lancers broke a 3-3 tie with a run in the eighth to win. Gabe Fraser had three RBIs. Cade Townsend struck out eight in five innings for Santa Margarita.

JSerra 5, Mater Dei 1: Matt Champion struck out six in 6-1/3 innings for JSerra.

St. John Bosco 2, Servite 1: Owen Tomich drew a bases-loaded walk in the seventh for St. John Bosco’s winning run. Sophomore Julian Garcia pitched a complete game.

Garden Grove Pacifica 3, Crean Lutheran 0: Matthew Futami threw a no-hitter for Pacifica.

Bishop Amat 2, Paraclete 0: Aaron Sandin struck out seven with no walks to lead Bishop Amat.

Gardena Serra 6, La Salle 3: Daniel Johnson finished with three hits to lead Serra.

Cypress 19, Placentia Valencia 2: Antonio Lujan and Noah Johnson each had three hits and John Short had four RBIs for Cypress.

Villa Park 3, Foothill 1: Aaron Sambath threw a complete game, striking out seven for Villa Park.

Murrieta Valley 10, Great Oak 5: Julian Treadwell had three hits and football standout Bear Bachmeier contributed an RBI triple.

La Mirada 14, Warren 3: Bear Calvo had a three-run home run and Jakob Ortega and Travis Friend also homered for La Mirada.

Newbury Park 9, Agoura 6: Nathaniel Nunez led the Panthers with three hits and four RBIs.

Ventura 4, Oxnard 0 : Josh Woodworth had a home run and threw four scoreless innings.

Louisville 4, Harvard-Westlake 0: Kelsey Vitalis struck out eight and homered for Louisville.

Los Alamitos 8, Marina 4: Callie Fitzpatrick had two hits and three RBIs.

Garden Grove Pacifica 11, El Modena 5: Annika Sogest had two doubles for unbeaten Pacifica.

Orange Lutheran 9, Santa Margarita 0: Brianne Weiss struck out 10 for Orange Lutheran.

Oaks Christian 5, Thousand Oaks 0: Paityn Lavin struck out seven in the shutout.

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