The Webb Regatta

Christopher Newport University – October 25 & 26

Saturday: Lots of wind, becoming unsailable for the teams present with steep rollers coming in across the James River from Smithfield. Four races complete in each division in the morning. Winds gusting to over 30 knots with many capsizes.

Sunday: Good winds until they died completely just after 12 noon. Three races completed in each division with the last “A” race lost when the “B” came to a complete halt. Seven races were completed in each division with all being sailed on the CNU Box. Very shifty winds with all three of the weather marks being moved repeatedly.

Many thanks to all competitors for being such good guests and taking care of our new sails. Thanks also to Jim White for crash boat work, Taylor Gray for scoring, Bob France for committee boat work, Evan Miller, Maxwell Plarr and the rest of the CNU team for all kinds of support. Finally, thanks to Sam and Bret Winters for providing lunch for all the competitors on Saturday.

Note: Ocean County was excused from sailing on Sunday due to an injury. 20 points were added to each of their divisions due to failure to complete the R.P. Forms.