RIP – Bill Boatwright

NEWPORT  – William Howard Boatwright, Senior Software Engineer, Naval Undersea  Warfare Center (NUWC) Newport, died Thursday, February 5, 2015 as a  result of an automobile accident. Bill was born in Stonington, CT  on January 28, 1951, the son of the late Victor...

Day 11, February 1, 2014-2015 Frostbite Season

By Joe Berkeley One of the most important pieces of gear for racing a Laser at Sail Newport on Sunday was a snow shovel. Many of the 23 competitors donned New England Patriots hats and  dug their boats out of snow banks to cleared a path to the beach. Those who...

Day 10 of the 14/15 Series (1/25/15) – Berkeley 5th Overall!!!

By Joe Berkeley Peter Shope’s prior preparation, practice, and perseverance led to a perfect performance on Sunday. In a sporty breeze that saw puffs of 30 knots, Peter Shope, the reigning US Master’s National Champion, won all six races. Equally gracious in victory...

Day 9 of the 14/15 Series (1/18/15)

By Joe Berkeley Peter Shope finished first overall, but all 22 boats that rigged up for a spirited southerly breeze that ranged from 0 knots to 20 were considered winners. The conditions put mind, body, and spirit to the test. Coming off the previous weekend where...