Cadet class at the Corinthian Otters open meeting at Royal Corinthian Yacht Club
by Jo Jones 17 Jun 09:50 BST
7 June 2026
Cadet class at the Corinthian Otters open meeting in Burnham © Jo Jones
A brisk south-westerly breeze provided excellent sailing conditions for the Corinthian Otter Open Held at the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club, Burnham on Crouch, on Sunday 7 June.
Fourteen Cadet sailors, ranging from first-year beginners through to World Team members, attended the Race Officer's briefing before heading to the pontoon to prepare for launching and the short sail to the race area.
Race 1 got under way promptly; however, the challenges of river sailing soon became apparent when competitors became confused by the river orientation and sailed towards the wrong mark. The race was abandoned, and shortly afterwards, a significant wind shift required the race management team to relocate the course further into the River Roach, where superb upwind conditions awaited the fleet.
Races 2, 3 and 4 were completed successfully as the wind continued to build throughout the day, providing exciting and competitive racing for all participants. Following four races, sailors returned to the club to de-rig before gathering for the prize-giving and the ever-popular pasta special.
Corinthian Otter Chair, Tammy, presented the prizes:
1st Place: George Cox-Oliff and Evie Winchester (Waldringfield)
2nd Place: Samuel English and Eliza Gregory (Frensham Pond Sailing Club)
3rd Place: Holly Jones and Edward Gregory (Frensham Pond Sailing Club)
The highest-placed Corinthian Otter finished fourth, with the club award presented to Sam Buckley and Angus MacNeil.
The event was another successful step in the Cadet East initiative to encourage participation through shorter-distance travel events for local clubs. Following the opening event at Fishers Green, this was the second meeting in the series, with the third scheduled for Welsh Harp on 6th September.
Our thanks go to all competitors and supporters from Fishers Green, Frensham Pond, Welsh Harp, Stone and Waldringfield.
River sailing always adds an extra dimension to racing, and on this occasion the tides of the River Crouch provided an additional tactical challenge, contributing to an enjoyable and memorable day of competition.
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