BSDRA Westerns 2021 Report

On Saturday 1st of May, eight teams, representing three schools, competed in the British School's Dinghy Racing Association's Western Area Championship hosted by Clifton College.

It was great to get this event running again, having been first held two years ago, and then being lost to lockdown last year. For many of the competitors, this was their first racing in over 12 months.

The event took part across two divisions, with juniors racing in teams of four in RS Fevas, whilst the youths were in teams of six in Fireflies. Light and very shifty winds kept sailors on their toes, but despite the challenging conditions both divisions were able to complete two full round robins before splitting into semi-finals and then finals. There were some tight races, and a lot of valuable experience for all the sailors.

In the Firefly division, the winners were Royal Grammar School Guildford, who defended the title they won in 2019.

The junior's event was won by Sherbourne School.

Thanks to all who helped put on the event, we look forward to welcoming you back again next year.