New York Yacht Club American Magic has introduced the youth team that will represent the United States at the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup. This lineup features some of the best sailing talent in the country, set to compete against 11 other nations from September 17 to 26 in Barcelona, Spain.

The seven sailors selected are:

Severin Gramm: Delray Beach, FL
Ian MacDiarmid: Miami Beach, FL
Harry Melges: Fontana, WI
Kyle Navin: Fontana, WI
Ben Rosenberg: East Greenwich, RI
Finn Rowe: Fontana, WI
Ripley Shelley: Miami, FL

“It’s an incredible honor to be selected for the American Magic Youth Team and compete in the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup,” said Harry Melges, the 2021 US Rolex Yachtsman of the Year. “Competing in the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup with such a talented group is a dream. Each teammate brings unique strengths, and together, we’ll push our limits and strive for victory in Barcelona.”

Under the guidance and leadership of President of Sailing Operations Terry Hutchinson and Coaches Kinley Fowler and Charlie Ogletree, American Magic has assembled a versatile and skilled sailing team.

“We’ve formed a strong team to represent the United States and challenge at the Youth America’s Cup,” said Hutchinson. “NYYC members Amy Ironmonger, Suzy Leech, and Peter McClennen have provided invaluable mentorship and guidance through a rigorous selection process.”

Based in Badalona for the next two months, the NYYC American Magic Youth Team has begun intensive training on the AC40, marking a significant milestone in their preparation for the upcoming Youth America’s Cup. The team is taking advantage of excellent sailing conditions with winds ranging from 5 to 20 knots and sea states from 0.3m to 1.3m.

“These conditions are fantastic for learning the boats and training,” said Terry Hutchinson. “All the sailors have sailed on the AC40 and will continue race training over the coming weeks.”

The UniCredit Youth America’s Cup is designed to light an exciting pathway for the next generation of foiling sailing stars. The event combines fleet racing and one-on-one match racing, ensuring the highest level of competition. The final race will see the top two boats compete during the Louis Vuitton Cup Final, showcasing the future of sailing.

“The seven talented sailors named to the youth team represent the future of American sailing, and I am very excited to see them perform in the Unicredit Youth America’s Cup,” said Commodore L. Jay Cross. The fact that five of the seven are members of the New York Yacht Club highlights our commitment to excellence in the sport.

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