2024 Merlin Rocket Women’s Championship at Parkstone Yacht Club
Merlin Rocket Women’s Championship 2024 at Parkstone Yacht Club
The Merlin Rocket Women’s Championship 2024 took place at Parkstone Yacht Club on 14-15 September 2024. The event brought together female sailors from various classes and featured exciting racing over the weekend.
The training day was led by experienced sailors Mike and Jane Calvert, Graham Williamson, and Chris Gould. Participants had the opportunity to hone their sailing skills and learn from some of the best in the sport.
The event also included a special talk by Olympic sailor Sarah Ayton, providing insights into her successful career and achievements in sailing. The competitive racing on Sunday saw impressive performances from all participants, with close battles and challenging conditions on the water.
Congratulations to Mary Henderson and Pippa Kilsby for securing first place in the overall standings, followed by Caroline Gould and Livvy Bell in second and Rebecca Videlo and Megan Pascoe in third.
Special thanks to all the organizers, sponsors, and participants for making the Merlin Rocket Women’s Championship a memorable and successful event. Stay tuned for next year’s championship and join the fun!
Overall Results:
| Pos | Sail Number. | Helm | Crew | Club | R1 | R2 | R3 | R4 | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3735 | Mary Henderson | Pippa Kilsby | Brightlingsea SC | -2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| 2nd | 3820 | Caroline Gould | Livvy Bell | Shoreham SC | 1 | -7 | 7 | 1 | 9 |
| 3rd | 3793 | Rebecca Videlo | Megan Pascoe | Frensham Pond SC | 3 | 6 | 1 | -7 | 10 |
| 4th | 3728 | Judith Williamson | Frances Gifford | Hayling Island SC | 4 | 4 | 3 | -5 | 11 |
| 5th | 3780 | Storm Nuttall | Sally Wakefield | Salcombe YC | 6 | 2 | -8 | 4 | 12 |
| 6th | 3826 | Katherine Louise Kimber Bithell | Tom Pygall | Parkstone YC | 5 | 5 | 5 | -8 | 15 |
| 7th | 3815 | Andrea Downham | Louise Johnson | Thorney Island SC | -11 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 18 |
| 8th | 3727 | Sarah Davies | Mark Stockbridge | Parkstone YC | -12 | 12 | 4 | 10 | 26 |
| 9th | 3684 | Bettine Harris | Catrin Williams | Bristol Corinthian SC | 10 | 10 | -11 | 6 | 26 |
| 10th | 3791 | Karen Oldale | Kelly Aaron | Parkstone YC | 7 | 8 | -12 | 11 | 26 |
| 11th | 3803 | Abigail Croft | Jane Calvert | Axe SC | 9 | -13 | 9 | 9 | 27 |
| 12th | 3637 | Hannah Burt | Suzy Brough | Wembley SC | -13 | 3 | 13 | 12 | 28 |
| 13th | 3707 | Alex Willis | Amelia Little | Hampton SC | 8 | 11 | 10 | -13 | 29 |
Sarah Mitchell, an experienced sailor and marine journalist from Sydney, has nurtured a love for the ocean throughout her life. After earning a degree in Marine Journalism from the University of Sydney, Sarah quickly made a name for herself with her compelling and vivid storytelling. Her work captures the thrill of sailing and the unique culture of maritime life, making her a respected figure in the sailing community. Outside of writing, Sarah spends her time exploring Australia’s stunning coastlines and competing in local regattas, always on the lookout for her next great adventure.