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2024 Bosham Regatta

24 August 2024

Bosham Regatta Shines Despite Stormy Weather

On Saturday, August 24th, Bosham Sailing Club hosted the 2024 Bosham Regatta, attracting 107 entries across multiple classes of boats. Despite torrential rain and gusty winds reaching up to 24 knots, competitors showcased remarkable determination as they made their way to the committee boats. The principal race management team, led by Principal Race Officer Peter Lacey along with Race Officers Frank McCormack and Richard Stephens, navigated through challenging wind shifts right before the starts.

The committee boat Glad Emma effectively started a variety of classes, including Swallows, Sunbeams, XOD keelboats, National 18s, Finns, RS400, Wayfarers, ILCAs, 420s, RS Aeros, Yachting World Day boats, and Devon Yawls. Meanwhile, the committee boat Rosie initiated races for the Tideways, Chichester Scows, Kittiwake 14, RS Fevas, Toppers, Mirrors, and exhibition rowing races from coastal quads and St Ayles skiffs, under the guidance of Frank McCormack.

The third committee boat was stationed in Cutmill to oversee three races for the Optimist fleet, directed by Richard Stephens, the BSC Optimist class captain. As the races unfolded around Chichester Harbour, the wind steadied to a more consistent 9-16 knots, setting the stage for exhilarating racing. With the sun finally breaking through, boats raced towards the Bosham Quay finish line, celebrated with cannon salutes from Canon Commander Nick Fox for each class winner.

Upon returning to shore, competitors were welcomed by the sounds of Bosham Church bells ringing for a wedding, alongside the ‘Simply Jazz Quartet’ performing at the Sailing Club, creating a joyful atmosphere. The 213 competitors, accompanied by 46 devoted volunteers, enjoyed complimentary tea and cakes while results were processed.

Richard Lewis, Commodore at BSC, delivered a heartfelt welcoming speech, expressing gratitude to sponsors Stride & Son, the tireless volunteers, and the exceptional staff of Bosham Sailing Club. He also acknowledged Steven Board (Rear Commodore Dinghies) for his efforts in organizing the regatta. Subsequently, winners were announced, and awards were presented by Nigel Glennie from Stride & Son.

Awards were given out in various classes, and full results from the event can be accessed at www.boshamsailingclub.com/results.

Overall Results:

Pos Boat Name / Sail No Helm Crew
Swallow
1 S95 James Hartley Jeremy Sibthorp
2 Svala / S89 Nigel Masding Hugo Fisher
3 Marengo / S82 Carolyn Brigg Simon Sherman
Sunbeam
1 Sky / V68 Oliver Gilchrist Abby Boyd
2 Odyssey / V74 Peter Taylor David McGregor
3 Jabberwocky / V14 Michael Weston Tom McCallum
XOD
1 Xcitation / X50 Roger Yeoman Mike Moss
2 Ibex / X32 Alan Perry Steve Dover
National 18
1 Finola / 225 Brian Nixon George Storton, Chris Curtis
2 Heatwave / 343 Peter Nuttall Philip Hocking
Finn
1 Jersey Girl / 15 James Symons
2 772 Shaun Hopkins
Fast Handicap
1 Bully / 3190 RS Aero 7 Richard Bullock
2 Scooby / 1418 RS400 Simon Townsend, Sara Townsend
Yachting World Day Boat
1 Casspiain / 614 Nigel Russell Isabelle Russell
2 Daisy / 640 Mark Ross Ken Harper
3 Mojo / 653 Alastair Seaton Jacqui Seaton
Devon Yawl
1 Foudre Bleu / DY53 Colin Giddens Nicole Giddens
2 Chiquitita / DY150 Guy Farnsworth Andrew Walker
ILCA 6
1 Soggy Dollar / 123569 Matthew Board
2 Aurora / 20 Wayne Williams
Medium Handicap
1 3880 RS Aero 5 William Heydorn
RS Feva
1 8952 Jack Gardner Oliver Kershaw
2 8326 Benji Gardner Ludo Kameen
Tideway
1 Trixi / 410 Chris Hitchings
2 Cinnebar / 457 Martyn Chase
3 Eve / 541 Chris Ames Alexandra Ames
Chichester Scow
1 Happy Bunny / CS51 Mary‑Ishbel Lee
2 Classy Number / CS9 Mary Brooke
Slow Handicap
1 48047 Topper Elizabeth Shaw
Optimists
1 6078 Jasper Mandiwall
2 6561 Finn Kameen
3 Giggles / 5225 Noah Lloyd
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