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January 01, 2022 | Championships

ONE WEEK TO GO: THE 2026 STAR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY SCHOONMAKER READY TO TAKE CENTRE STAGE IN MIAMI

November 03, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello | Championships Worlds Championship
World Champions, Olympic medalists and the next generation of Star sailors prepare for six days of world-class competition at Coral Reef Yacht Club, November 8–14 Miami, Florida (November 2nd, 2026) – In one week, the first warning signal will sound on Biscayne Bay as the 2026…

JENNINGS AND TRINTER CROWNED 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONS IN TAMPA

October 30, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello | Championships North Americans Championship
Five wins in eight races secure the title for the American duo, ahead of John Loe and Shane Zwingelberg and George Szabo and Guy Avellon. Tampa, Florida (October 30, 2026) – Jack Jennings and Phil Trinter (USA) are the 2026 Star North American Champions. After leading the championship…

JENNINGS AND TRINTER HOLD THE LEAD AS RACING INTENSIFIES ON DAY 3 OF THE 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP

October 29, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello | Championships North Americans Championship
Two more races completed in lighter conditions in Tampa Bay, with George Szabo and Guy Avellon claiming their first race win and moving up to second overall Tampa, Florida (October 29, 2026) – The 2026 Star North American Championship reached its third day of racing with…

FOUR RACES, FOUR WINS: JENNINGS AND TRINTER DOMINATE DAY 2 OF THE 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP

October 28, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello | Championships North Americans Championship
Another spectacular day of racing in Tampa Bay, with strong northerly winds and tight battles throughout the fleet. John Loe and Shane Zwingelberg hold second place, while Jim Buckingham and Brad Nichol move into third. Tampa, Florida (October 28, 2026) – Four races, four wins. Jack…

JACK JENNINGS AND PHIL TRINTER TAKE THE EARLY LEAD AT THE 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP

October 27, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello | Championships North Americans Championship
JACK JENNINGS AND PHIL TRINTER TAKE THE EARLY LEAD AT THE 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP Two race wins give the American duo a perfect start as the fleet enjoys strong northerly winds on the opening day Tampa, Florida (October 27, 2026) – The 2026 Star North American Championship…

2026 October e-starlights

October 22, 2026 | Author: Star Class office |
Read the latest e-starlights with news, results & views

THE 2026 STAR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY SCHOONMAKER SET TO BRING THE WORLD’S BEST TO MIAMI

October 19, 2026 | Author: Star Media Manager | Championships Worlds
An exceptional international fleet of Olympic medalists, World Champions and rising talents prepares for six days of racing at Coral Reef Yacht Club, November 9–14

2026 Star European Championship Photo Flipbook

September 10, 2026 | Championships Europeans Regatta Reports
Check out the photo flipbook created by Matias Capizzano and Rachele Vitello, recapping the story of the regatta in Medemblik.

ROBERT SCHEIDT AND AUSTIN SPERRY CROWNED 2026 STAR EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS IN A DRAMATIC FINALE AT MEDEMBLIK

August 29, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello | Championships Europeans
The Brazilian-American duo wins both races on the final day to secure the title ahead of Germany's Heuwinkel and Spehr, with Negri and Lambertenghi completing the podium Medemblik, The Netherlands (August 29, 2026) – Five-time Olympic medalist Robert Scheidt…

2026 Annual Meeting

Announcements Technical - Author: Star Class office - August 06, 2026
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2026 June E-starlights

Announcements - Author: Star Class office - June 13, 2026
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Bacardi Announces 100th Edition of the Bacardi Cup

Announcements - Author: Bacardi - June 10, 2026
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Remembering Jane Pegel

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Susie Pegel - June 06, 2026
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No Racing as stormy day halts sailing

Announcements Championships Eastern Hemisphere Championship - June 05, 2026
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Remembering Rick Hennig

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Susie Pegel - May 18, 2026
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Remembering Foss Miller

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Star Class office - April 10, 2026
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STAR CLASS TOWN HALL - APRIL 11

Announcements - Author: Star Class office - March 27, 2026
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2026 March e-starlights

Announcements - Author: Star Class office - March 23, 2026
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Fixtures/Major Regatta Calendar

Championships - January 01, 2022

ONE WEEK TO GO: THE 2026 STAR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY SCHOONMAKER READY TO TAKE CENTRE STAGE IN MIAMI

Championships Worlds Championship - Author: Rachele Vitello - November 03, 2026
World Champions, Olympic medalists and the next generation of Star sailors prepare for six days of world-class competition at Coral Reef Yacht Club, November 8–14 Miami, Florida (November 2nd, 2026) – In one week, the first warning signal will sound on Biscayne Bay as the 2026…

JENNINGS AND TRINTER CROWNED 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONS IN TAMPA

Championships North Americans Championship - Author: Rachele Vitello - October 30, 2026
Five wins in eight races secure the title for the American duo, ahead of John Loe and Shane Zwingelberg and George Szabo and Guy Avellon. Tampa, Florida (October 30, 2026) – Jack Jennings and Phil Trinter (USA) are the 2026 Star North American Champions. After leading the championship…

JENNINGS AND TRINTER HOLD THE LEAD AS RACING INTENSIFIES ON DAY 3 OF THE 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP

Championships North Americans Championship - Author: Rachele Vitello - October 29, 2026
Two more races completed in lighter conditions in Tampa Bay, with George Szabo and Guy Avellon claiming their first race win and moving up to second overall Tampa, Florida (October 29, 2026) – The 2026 Star North American Championship reached its third day of racing with…

FOUR RACES, FOUR WINS: JENNINGS AND TRINTER DOMINATE DAY 2 OF THE 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP

Championships North Americans Championship - Author: Rachele Vitello - October 28, 2026
Another spectacular day of racing in Tampa Bay, with strong northerly winds and tight battles throughout the fleet. John Loe and Shane Zwingelberg hold second place, while Jim Buckingham and Brad Nichol move into third. Tampa, Florida (October 28, 2026) – Four races, four wins. Jack…

JACK JENNINGS AND PHIL TRINTER TAKE THE EARLY LEAD AT THE 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP

Championships North Americans Championship - Author: Rachele Vitello - October 27, 2026
JACK JENNINGS AND PHIL TRINTER TAKE THE EARLY LEAD AT THE 2026 STAR NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP Two race wins give the American duo a perfect start as the fleet enjoys strong northerly winds on the opening day Tampa, Florida (October 27, 2026) – The 2026 Star North American Championship…

Remembering Jane Pegel

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Susie Pegel - June 06, 2026
Jane Pegel, a former employee of the Star class and later owner of three Star boats has died at the age of 92. In the mid-1980s Jane worked alongside Doris Jirka in the Star class office in Glenview, Illinois. At the end of the 1987 Star Worlds in Chicago Jane bought her first Star boat, #6860…

Remembering Rick Hennig

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Susie Pegel - May 18, 2026
Richard K. Hennig "Rick" of Racine, Wisconsin has passed away after a battle with cancel. Rick was a wll-regarded Star crew, satiling with Tony Herrmann and later Ed Adams. His size (six feet six inches with a size 16 shoe) made him perfect Star crew material. In addition to summer…

Remembering Foss Miller

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Star Class office - April 10, 2026
Star sailors lost a good friend when Foss Miller passed away recently. Foss was a leader in his Puget Sound fleet and District 6 for 40 years, working his way up through the fleet, to success skippering his own boats and finally having the pleasure of racing with his son, Forrest, including at the…

REMEMBERING PETER DIRK SIEMSEN

Announcements Human Interest - March 23, 2026
The Star Class Mourns the Passing of Peter Dirk Siemsen The International Star Class Yacht Racing Association (ISCYRA) mourns the passing of Peter Dirk Siemsen, a towering figure in the history of the Star Class and Brazilian sailing. Affectionately known…

Remembering Jochen Diercks

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Star Class office - March 11, 2026
Jochen Diercks 1948-2026 It is with deep sadness that we bid farewell to long-time Starboat sailor, Jochen Diercks, who passed away last Friday at the age of 78. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by the familiarity and calm that he always appreciated. For decades, Jochen—together with his…

Remembering Guus Bierman

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Star Class office - March 09, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we report the passing of Contender Sailcloth founder Guus Bierman. Guus passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026. Guus was a passionate sailor and yachtsman, for whom sailing always connected the dots in life. Equally important, he was an internationally minded pioneer,…

2026 Star European Championship Photo Flipbook

Championships Europeans Regatta Reports - September 10, 2026
Check out the photo flipbook created by Matias Capizzano and Rachele Vitello, recapping the story of the regatta in Medemblik.

ENRICO CHIEFFI AND MANLIO CORSI WIN THE 62ND EMILIO BENETTI INTERNATIONAL TROPHY, AN ISCYRA HISTORICAL EVENT

Regatta Reports - Author: Rachele Vitello - June 16, 2026
The 62nd Emilio Benetti International Trophy, an ISCYRA Historical Event, concluded successfully in the waters off Viareggio, home to one of the world's most important Star fleets and widely regarded as one of the finest Star Class racecourses, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Apuan…

History Made at the 2025 Austrian Star Championship: Two Female Sailors on Top

Human Interest Regatta Reports U30 - Author: Rachele Vitello - June 26, 2025
Paul Cayard wins overall with Julia Graber, Müller and Nehammer crowned Austrian Champions Lake Wörthersee, Austria – June 2025 – The 2025 Austrian Star Championship, held last weekend on the picturesque waters of Lake Wörthersee, was an event to remember — not only…

Jack Jennings/Pedro Trouche conquer day 3 at the 98th Bacardi Cup

Announcements Regatta Reports U30 SEA Program - Author: Bacardi - March 05, 2025
March 5, 2025 - Miami, Fl. USA - Day 3 at the 98th Bacardi Cup delivered another stunning show, with a consistent 15-20 knots southerly breeze across Biscayne Bay. Jack Jennings and Pedro Trouche claimed a decisive victory, showcasing tactical mastery and flawless execution.

Mateusz Kusznierewicz/Bruno Prada perform with panache in epic breeze on day 2 of 98th Bacardi Cup

Announcements Regatta Reports SEA Program - Author: Bacardi Group - March 04, 2025
March 4, 2025 - Miami, Fl. USA - On day two of the 98th Bacardi Cup, the pressure mounted on Biscayne Bay, as strong winds swept across the water, prompting a postponement ashore.

2024 Star Worlds In San Diego Welcomes New Talent While Celebrating A Remarkable Class

Championships Worlds Regatta Reports Championship - Author: SDYC - August 02, 2024
San Diego Yacht Club to Host Star World Championship this September The Star World Championship returns to San Diego, California, for the first time in over a decade, September 7-13, 2024. San Diego Yacht Club (SDYC) expects upwards of 60 Star boats on the starting line under sunny, SoCal skies…

2026 Annual Meeting

Announcements Technical - Author: Star Class office - August 06, 2026
The Annual Meeting of the International Star Class will take place Saturday, November 7, 2026 Coral Reef Yacht Club 1700 Via zoom:ZOOM link pw: Star1911

2026 for 2027 Resolutions

Announcements Technical - Author: Star Class Office - March 06, 2026
Dear Star Fleet Officers. The deadline for submitting a Resolution for an ISCYRA rule change is due in the Central Office by 9 July 2026. Resolutions submitted on time will be dispersed to the Class Management Committee, the Judiciary Board and the Technical Advisory Board within 5 days of the…

Vakaros RaceSense Webinars - April 22

Announcements Technical - Author: Vakaros & Star Class Office - April 14, 2025
Vakaros is offering two webinars about RaceSense on April 22, 2025. Webinars will be offered at the following times:

ISCYRA TO UTILIZE VAKAROS RACESENSE

Announcements Championships Worlds Technical U30 - Author: Star Class Office - April 02, 2025
Exclusive Introductory Offers for ISCYRA members Introduction The 2025 World Championship will be conducted under the RaceSense system. Therefore, an Atlas 2 device and a RaceSense license are required equipment for all competitors in Split, as stipulated in NOR amendment 1. Assuming continued…

2025 STAR CLASS ANNUAL MEETING

Announcements Technical - Author: Star Class office - March 24, 2025
Results of Fleet Ballots of 2025 or 2026 resolutions: Resolution #1 - Olympic For: 346 Against: 0 Resolution #2 - U30 For: 172 Against: 174 2025 ISCYRA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 5 September 2025 1700 Split, Croatia Restaurant Velum AGENDA Call to Order, Paul Cayard, ad-interim President…

RESOLUTIONS 2025 FOR 2026

Announcements Technical - Author: Star Class office - March 20, 2025
The Central Office is now accepting Resolution proposals for the 2025 for 2026 year. Resolutions are due to the Star Class office no later than May 5, 2025. Resolutions will then be posted no later than July 22, 2025, in accordance with the STCR. The Annual General Meeting will…

History Made at the 2025 Austrian Star Championship: Two Female Sailors on Top

ISCYRA TO UTILIZE VAKAROS RACESENSE

Jack Jennings/Pedro Trouche conquer day 3 at the 98th Bacardi Cup

Winter Clinic Feb 6-7

Announcements U30 ISCYRA - Author: Star Class Office - December 15, 2023
CLINIC SET FOR MIAMI - FEBRUARY 6-7 Join Star World Champion Frithjof Kleen as he helps raise the level of Star sailing through on-the-water coaching and video leading up to the Midwinters. Please register on the link below so we know who will be attending.

Bacardi Cup U30 Program Paves the Way for Young Star Class Sailors

Announcements U30 - Author: Bacardi - November 02, 2023
— Building on the resounding success of the inaugural year, Bacardi, in collaboration with the Star Class, is thrilled to announce the return of the Bacardi Cup U30 Program for 2024.

U30 European Youth Championship - Entry Open

Championships Europeans U30 - March 17, 2023
Entry is now open for the U30 European Championship

100 Years of Stars Book

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Winter Series

Dates confirmed for the 2026-2027 Winter Series in Miami:

EVENT
Dec 5-6, 2026: Star Commodore's Cup
Jan 15-16, 2027: Levin Memorial
Jan 17, 2027: Schoonmaker Cup
Jan 30-31, 2027: Zagarino Masters
Feb 4-5, 2027: Star Walker Cup
Feb 6-7, 2027: Star Midwinters

Bacardi Cup: March 8-13, 2027

RESULTS Full calendar/Results Full calendar/Results
D	DATE	EVENT	RESULTS
20	10/31/2026	2026 District 20 Championship
9	10/30/2026	2026 Conill a Paris
ISCYRA	10/24/2026	2026 North American Championship
9	10/11/2026	2026 Coupe d’automne

UPCOMING EVENTS Full calendar/Results Full calendar/Results
D	DATE	EVENT
ISCYRA	11/05/2026	2026 Star World Championship
9	11/15/2026	2026 Asteria 4
18	11/21/2026	2026 Campeonato Clausura
6	11/21/2026	2026 Turkey Bowl
20	12/05/2026	2026 Commodore’s Cup
15	12/05/2026	2026 District 15 Open Championship

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