New York Yacht Club American Magic has confirmed the youth team that will represent the United States at the 2024 Youth America’s Cup. This lineup will compete against 11 other nations on September 17-26 in Barcelona, Spain.
The seven sailors selected are:
• Severin Gramm: Delray Beach, FL
• Ian MacDiarmid: Miami Beach, FL
• Harry Melges: Fontana, WI
• Kyle Navin: Fontana, WI
• Ben Rosenberg: East Greenwich, RI
• Finn Rowe: Fontana, WI
• Ripley Shelley: Miami, FL
Under the guidance and leadership of President of Sailing Operations Terry Hutchinson and Coaches Kinley Fowler and Charlie Ogletree, American Magic has assembled a versatile and skilled sailing team.
“We’ve formed a strong team to represent the United States and challenge at the Youth America’s Cup,” said Hutchinson. “NYYC members Amy Ironmonger, Suzy Leech, and Peter McClennen have provided invaluable mentorship and guidance through a rigorous selection process.”
Based in Badalona for the next two months, the NYYC American Magic Youth Team has begun intensive training on the AC40, marking a significant milestone in their preparation for the upcoming Youth America’s Cup. The team is taking advantage of excellent sailing conditions with winds ranging from 5 to 20 knots and sea states from 0.3m to 1.3m.
“These conditions are fantastic for learning the boats and training,” said Terry Hutchinson. “All the sailors have sailed on the AC40 and will continue race training over the coming weeks.”
First introduced at the 2013 America’s Cup, the event for the next generation of foiling sailors will combine fleet racing and match racing, with the final race advancing the top two boats to compete during the America’s Cup Final.
“The seven talented sailors named to the youth team represent the future of American sailing,” said NYYC Commodore L. Jay Cross. “The fact that five of the seven are members of the New York Yacht Club highlights our commitment to excellence in the sport.”
For additional background on each team member, click here.
Following the publication of the AC37 Protocol and AC75 Class Rule on November 17, 2021, the AC75 Class Rule and AC Technical Regulations were finalized on March 17, 2022. The entry period was from December 1, 2021 until July 31, 2022, but late entries for the 37th America’s Cup could be accepted until May 31, 2023. The Defender was to announce the Match Venue on September 17, 2021 but postponed the reveal, finally confirming Barcelona on March 30, 2022. The 37th America’s Cup begins October 12, 2024.
Teams revealed to challenge defender Emirates Team New Zealand (NZL):
• INEOS Britannia (GBR)
• Alinghi Red Bull Racing (SUI)
• Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team (ITA)
• NYYC American Magic (USA)
• Orient Express Racing Team (FRA)
2023-24 Preliminary Regattas
September 14-17, 2023 (AC40): Vilanova i la Geltrú, Spain
November 30-December 2 (AC40): Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
August 22-25, 2024 (AC75): Barcelona, Spain
2024 Challenger Selection Series
August 29-September 8: Double Round Robin
September 14-19: Semi Finals (Best of 9)
September 26-October 7: Finals (Best of 13)
2024 America’s Cup
October 12-21: 37th Match (Best of 13)
Additionally, 12 teams will compete in the 2024 Youth & Women’s America’s Cup.
Noticeboard: https://ac37noticeboard.acofficials.org/
Event: www.americascup.com/en/home
