5+ years offshore racing & tactics — including Annapolis to Bermuda and Annapolis to Newport
3+ years experience as watch captain on offshore campaigns
Skilled in live streaming, social media, and website development
Certifications: Offshore Safety at Sea, First Aid
4+ years racing experience — specializing in one-design sailing on J/Boats
4+ years fundraising and building successful sailing development programs
Race experience: Annapolis to Newport, Bermuda to Annapolis, and extensive Chesapeake Bay racing
Certifications: RYA Day Skipper, Offshore Safety at Sea, First Aid, Coastal Navigation
Marianna and Emma met racing Allegiant (J/42) in the 2025 Annapolis to Newport Race, making history as the first all-women’s team to finish.
Marianna is an accomplished offshore sailor and watch captain, while Emma brings years of experience leading and fundraising for sailing programs.
Together, they are Spite Sailing — two women leading the charge to rebuild competition and reshape offshore racing.