On May 21st, 2024, the St. Thomas Yacht Club in the US Virgin Islands hosted the 5th Annual Hotel and Tourism Regatta. The event aimed to strengthen relationships with the business community to acquire sponsor and logistics support for larger signature events in popular venues. The regatta utilized STSC’s one-design IC24s and brought together five 4-person teams from the territory’s hospitality and tourism sectors. The teams competed in a day of sailing races to promote sailing in the U.S. Virgin Islands and enhance community spirit.
Prior to the regatta, a three-hour coaching session was conducted with the teams by 2024 St. Thomas International Regatta Champion Spencer LeGrande and International Coach, World Champion, and STSC Director, Bobby Brooks. This coaching session provided teams with valuable practice and techniques to prepare for the races. Following the regatta, Brooks expressed his satisfaction with the level of competition and camaraderie displayed by all the teams. He congratulated them on their outstanding performances.
The St. Thomas Yacht Club’s commitment to growing the sport of sailing in the region was showcased through this event. By bringing together teams from different sectors to compete in a friendly and competitive environment, the club is playing a key role in promoting sailing and fostering community connections in the US Virgin Islands.
The 5th Annual Hotel and Tourism Regatta was an excellent opportunity for businesses in the hospitality and tourism sectors to connect with each other while supporting a great cause. The event not only promoted sailing but also helped build stronger relationships within these industries.
Overall, this regatta highlights how important it is for organizations to collaborate with others towards common goals. Through partnerships like this one, we can achieve more significant outcomes than we ever could alone.
In conclusion, it is clear that sailing has become an integral part of life in St. Thomas Yacht Club’s region due to this event’s success over time. As we continue to grow our passion for sailing, let us also remember its importance as a tool for building bridges between communities and businesses alike.