2025 May Grade 3 Qualifier for the International, Thompson Cup, and the Chicago Grand Slam

As the most active match racing center in the world, Oakcliff’s twelve Match 40′s are used for drills, clinics and regattas. The May Grade 3 event will start with a clinic day, Friday, 5/31, from 0900 to 1700; competitors will be coached on starting strategies, boat handling, and the effective use of match racing rules. The day will end with a debrief and discussion with the coach. Saturday and Sunday are race days! The competition will be keen as competitors apply the skills they learned from the clinic. Following racing, we will gather at 2 South Street for a debrief and discussion with fellow competitors, the umpires and the race committee. This is where you can swap stories and debate the events of the day, practice your bar-karate, and reflect on what you learned to do (and what not to do!) Snacks and beverages will be available.

This is a Qualifier for:

August 4-7: Oakcliff International - Oakcliff Sailing Center

August 9-12: Thompson Cup - Seawanahaka Corinthian Yacht Club

August 15-17: Chicago Grand Slam - Chicago Yacht Club

If you are a skipper ready to rumble, Request an Invitation to participate in this event.

Are you interested in learning more about match racing but not quite ready to hop on a boat? Great! Opportunities abound to volunteer and get a first-hand look at how match racing works. Click here and let us know how you would like to be involved.