Sandringham Yacht Club

50 ENTRIES FOR SAIL SANDY //

The entries are rolling in, with 50 boats already signed up for Sail Sandy!

There’s still plenty of time to enter the regatta and be a part of this epic event.

Sail Sandy is proudly supported by Avenue Promotions.

Don’t miss out — enter now at >>> syc.com.au/sail-sandy

| Victorian Minnow Sailing Association | VIC International Optimist Dinghy Association | International Cadet Class of Australia | Vic 9ers Sailing | Victorian Laser Association | Victorian 420 Class Association | Tasar Victoria | Finn Class Australia | RS Aero Australia | FFIV - Flying Fifteen International Victoria | Australian Sailing - Victoria | Australian Sailing | Australian Sailing Youth Team | O'pen Skiff - AUS | Australian Tasars | J24 Victoria | Kiteboarding Victoria (KBV) | Fireball Australia | J/70 AUS Class Association | Victorian 14 Foot Sailing Council

Well done to our Sailing Manager, James Sly, who has been announced as a finalist for the Sport Professional Award!

James is the backbone of all our sailing operations. Always ensuring that everything runs as smoothly as possible. He brings great culture to our Yacht Club and we are so lucky to have a leader as strong as him.

Well done also to Melissa Warren and Richard Matterson on being nominated.

Congratulations James, best of luck!

Victorian Sport Professional Award Finalists!

Congratulations James Sly, Melissa Warren and Richard Matterson the 2026 finalists for the Sport Professional Award.

We are thrilled to unveil the exceptional finalists who have been nominated for the prestigious Sport Professional Award. These finalists have made remarkable contributions to our community and the sport of sailing, demonstrating their dedication, passion and unwavering support.

🎉 Join us in honouring these exceptional finalists at the upcoming Australian Sailing Victoria Awards Evening!

🎉 To learn more about our finalists read the article here: https://www.sailing.org.au/news/finalists-announced-for-the-2026-victorian-sailing-awards-

🎉 Register now for the awards evening and be part of this special event: https://www.sailing.org.au/events/302592

Sandringham Yacht Club / Mornington Yacht Club / Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS)

45 days from now we will be hitting the water for our off-the-beach event, Sail Sandy.

Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a junior just getting started, Sail Sandy offers competitive racing across a wide range of classes.

This event continues to grow each year and is expected to attract a strong fleet once again. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action!

Sail Sandy is proudly supported by Avenue Promotions.
Enter now and secure your spot: syc.com.au/sail-sandy

| Victorian Minnow Sailing Association | VIC International Optimist Dinghy Association | International Cadet Class of Australia | Vic 9ers Sailing | Victorian Laser Association | Victorian 420 Class Association | Tasar Victoria | Sabre Sailing Association of Victoria | Finn Class Australia | RS Aero Australia | FFIV - Flying Fifteen International Victoria | Australian Sailing - Victoria | Australian Sailing | Australian Sailing Youth Team | O'pen Skiff - AUS | Australian Tasars | J24 Victoria | Kiteboarding Victoria (KBV) | Fireball Australia | J/70 AUS Class Association | Victorian 14 Foot Sailing Council

Make sure to get your bookings in for SYC’s September School Holiday Programs!! We are offering two blocks for all classes and fleets.

We look forward to seeing you there⛵️🌊💨☀️

Booking link: https://syc.com.au/on-water/off-the-beach/otb-sailing-program/

Well done to Tom Jackson who has been announced as a finalist for the Instructor of the Year category!

Tom has introduced so many new sailors to sailing at SYC and has always done so in a professional and inspiring manner.

Well done also to Gus and Ian.

Best of luck Tom!

Victorian Instructor of the Year Finalists!

Congratulations Gus McIntyre, Ian Fox and Thomas Jackson the 2026 finalists for Instructor of the Year.

We are thrilled to unveil the exceptional finalists who have been nominated for the prestigious Instructor of the Year Award. These individuals have made remarkable contributions to our community and the sport of sailing, demonstrating their dedication, passion and unwavering support.

🎉 Join us in honouring these exceptional finalists at the upcoming Australian Sailing Victoria Awards Evening!

🎉 To learn more about our finalists read the article here: https://www.sailing.org.au/news/finalists-announced-for-the-2026-victorian-sailing-awards-

🎉 Register now for the awards evening and be part of this special event: https://www.sailing.org.au/events/362485

Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron / Royal Yacht Club of Victoria / Sandringham Yacht Club

Well done team MRV on being announced as a finalist for the Team of the Year category!

Well done also to team Ginan and Laura and Annie.

Best of luck to team MRV!

Victorian Team of the Year Finalists!

Congratulations Ginan (Nigel Jones & Cameron McKenzie), Laura Harding & Annie Wilmott and MRV Team the 2026 finalists for the Team of the Year.

We are thrilled to unveil the exceptional finalists who have been nominated for the prestigious Team of the Year Award. These teams have made remarkable contributions to our community and the sport of sailing, demonstrating their dedication, passion and unwavering support.

🎉 Join us in honouring these exceptional finalists at the upcoming Australian Sailing Victoria Awards Evening!

🎉 To learn more about our finalists read the article here: https://www.sailing.org.au/news/finalists-announced-for-the-2026-victorian-sailing-awards-

🎉 Register now for the awards evening and be part of this special event:
https://www.sailing.org.au/events/362485

Mornington Yacht Club / Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron / Sandringham Yacht Club

Reminiscing 2025 September School Holidays

Looking for the perfect way to keep your children active, learning and having fun these school holidays?

Come join our Tackers, Outthere sailing, Outthere Squad and J/70 Development programs;

Tackers ☀️designed for those interested in sailing and ready to build their skills in a fun and supportive way

Outthere sailing ⛵️designed for 12-17 year olds either interested in learning the ropes in a engaging and fun way or trialing new boats with the goal of getting involved in our racing programs

J70 Development 🚀 take the next step into performance sailing and learn the skills to be a competitive racer

School holidays are filling up fast - secure your spot soon

Thank you Club Marine for making these programs possible. Looking forward to seeing you in a month 😁

Ready to level up your sailing?
SYC’s Women Development Program gives you access to expert coaching in Beneteaus and J/70s with a strong community backing you all the way.

Let’s get more women on the water!

Well done to our Head Coach, Ellen Juhasz, who has been announced as a finalist for the Coach of the Year award!

Ellen, who is also a proud SYC member, has done an outstanding job over the last 12 months overseeing our revamped OTB Sailing Program. Under Ellen’s leadership, the program has grown from strength to strength!

Well done also to Dave White on being nominated.

Congratulations Ellen, best of luck!

Victorian Coach of the Year Finalists!

Congratulations David White and Ellen Juhasz the 2026 finalists for the Coach of the Year.

We are thrilled to unveil the exceptional finalists who have been nominated for the prestigious Coach of the Year Award. These individuals have made remarkable contributions to our community and the sport of sailing, demonstrating their dedication, passion and unwavering support.

🎉 Join us in honouring these exceptional finalists at the upcoming Australian Sailing Victoria Awards Evening!

🎉 Register now for the awards evening and be part of this special event:
https://www.sailing.org.au/events/362485

Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club / Sandringham Yacht Club