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World Championship Success for Patrick Hassett in the Netherlands

World Championship Success for Patrick Hassett in the Netherlands

The 2.4mR single handed Keelboat Yacht class has been gaining momentum and 85 elite solo sailors competed in last week’s World 2.4 mR Championship competition representing 19 nations over 5 days in Friesland, Netherlands.
 
At first glance the lake, Sneekermeer, appeared welcoming and calm. However, the varying wind conditions and shifting currents made sailing more challenging with the occasional pleasure boat as obstacles on the course.
Due to these conditions, the overall winner, and 2024 World champion, Heiko Kroger, from Germany, described it as a ‘sailing chess competition’.
 
The fleet was split after 5 races, into two fleets based on results, and our own Patrick Hassett was the winner of the highly sought after World Championship 2.4mR SilverFleet trophy after another 5 races.
He was also winner of the SilverFleet Youth and Para sections.
 
Patrick is already back out on the water in Dun Laoghaire applying his new skills for the remaining European competitions and looking forward to the World 2.4 mR Championships next year in Norway.
 
Congratulations, Patrick, on an outstanding achievement.

17 Jul, 2026 | 1 min read

Junior Regatta 2026

Junior Regatta 2026

The 2026 Junior regata is around the corner! Summer has finally reached Ireland and juniors are hitting the water in Dun Laoghaire with great smiles progressing their skills, seamanship and simply having fun afloat.

The NYC Junior regatta is open to any dinghies sailed by sailors under the age of 19 by the end of the year... Wether seasoned racers ready to enjoy the more relaxed atmosphere of our main fleet out in the bay or new comers to racing testing their newly acquired skills in the harbour fleet, there is an opportunity for everyone to take part, enjoy the competition and chase a first finish, a personal best or the top prize. Dont missout and be on the startline on Wednesday, July 15th.

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Entry links: https://www.smartclubcloud.com/events/eventlist.aspx?c=6807a1d1-b7a9-44f6-ad35-3d95686c7ff0

07 Jul, 2026 | 1 min read

NYC Regatta & WATH Regatta

NYC Regatta & WATH Regatta

The fifth Women at the Helm (WATH) Regatta 2026 (WATH) took place at the National Yacht Club over the weekend of June 12th-14th, with the Water Wag WATH Regatta race held on Wednesday June 10th in keeping with the Wag tradition of holding each club’s regatta race on the previous Wednesday.

The WATH Regatta was held in conjunction with the National Yacht Club Regatta on Saturday June 13th with WATH racing continuing on Sunday June 14th. Event organiser Ann Kirwan, along with her organising committee aimed to deliver a fun-filled, female-led, event on and off the water.

The WATH Regatta, kindly supported by Sia, kicked off with a speaker supper on Friday evening with Bryan Dobson in conversation with leading sports psychologist Kate Kirby, and offshore sailors GrĂĄinne Costigan and Pamela Lee, both of whom are competing in the round Ireland race which starts on Saturday June 20th. The speakers inspirational stories enthralled the packed NYC dining room.

Over 60 women took the helm in the regatta on boats ranging from 44 footers to Flying Fifteens and Water Wags. Many more female crews partook – well over 150 of them. Saturday’s NYC and WATH racing was run by Race Officers Con Murphy, John McNeilly and Suzanne McGarry, while Mairead NiCheallachain ran Sunday’s WATH racing aboard DBSC committee vessel Freebird. Saturday’s race took place in moderate to breezy conditions, while Sunday’s race took place in sunny conditions with light easterly winds. Entries included 2 boats from Wicklow, while sailors from HYC crewed on NYC’s Echo 90, and offshore Sailor Gráinne Costigan and her French team mate sailed on NYC J80 Jay-Z.

Newly elected NYC Commodore Rosemary Cadogan presented the WATH Regatta prizes in glorious sunshine on the NYC platform on Sunday afternoon.

As well as the class prizes, the two premier prizes were presented. The inaugural Woman at the Helm overall prize - the O’Connor family trophy, was awarded to Sarah Cooney on J80 Joyride. The Roy Family Trophy was awarded to the winning 3-boat team of NYC’s J80 Sea Jade helmed by Clare Gorman, DB21 Oola helmed by Jean O’Driscoll, and Ruffian 23 Bandit helmed by Ann Kirwan.

19 Jun, 2026 | 2 min read

Mark Lyttle Success in Athens

Mark Lyttle Success in Athens

Mark Lyttle has been crowned a two-time ILCA Grand Masters World Champion after winning the 2026 ILCA 7 Masters World Championship in Athens.

Representing the National Yacht Club in DĂșn Laoghaire, Lyttle added the title to his first Grand Masters world victory in 2018,

becoming one of Ireland’s most successful masters sailors on the international stage.

Competing against a 33-boat fleet over six days and 12 races, he secured the championship with a dominant final-day performance,

finishing 13 points clear of second place and demonstrating remarkable consistency throughout the event.

18 Jun, 2026 | 1 min read

Junior Friday Night Series 2026

Junior Friday Night Series 2026

Six Friday evenings. One harbour. Endless opportunity.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Dun Laoghaire Harbour, the Junior Summer Series 2026 is where young sailors come to race, learn, and have a seriously good time on the water.

This much-loved series brings together the next generation of sailors for a perfect mix of competition, camaraderie, and summer energy.

From Optimists to ILCA6s, Toppers to RS Fevas, the racing is open, inclusive, and designed to challenge sailors of all levels under 19. Whether you're chasing podium finishes or building confidence on the start line, this series is about progression as much as performance.

Each Friday evening features two short, exciting races sailed on a triangle course inside the harbour—ideal for sharpening skills in a safe, dynamic environment. And it’s not just about results: coaching, encouragement, and fun are at the heart of every race.

Highlights include:

  • “Girls at the Helm” Evening (June 12th) – celebrating female sailors with special prizes and spotlight races
  • Post-race BBQ & Prizegiving (June 19th) – a relaxed finale to wrap up the series in style
  • Medals & Fun Prizes across all classes and categories

A welcoming atmosphere, and a focus on learning through racing, the Junior Summer Series is the perfect way to make the most of long summer evenings on the water.

Ready to race?
Entries are open now via the SmartClub App or Non-Members click HERE

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Grab your boat, bring your crew, and be part of one of the highlights of the junior sailing calendar.

Race hard. Learn fast. Have fun.

28 Apr, 2026 | 2 min read

Thursday Night Sailing Supper

Thursday Night Sailing Supper

Thursday Night Sailing Supper

Just finished racing? Head ashore and join us at the National Yacht Club for a relaxed, buffet-style supper every Thursday evening.

No fuss, no planning — just good food, great company, and a chance to unwind after a great sail.

đŸ”„ Hot food
🍮 Easy dining
🌊 All sailors welcome

Come in, warm up, and eat together.

23 Apr, 2026 | 1 min read

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