TAMPA (April 18, 2024) – The University of South Florida sailing team placed third overall this past weekend in the SAISA Conference Women's aTeam Racing Championship hosted by Jacksonville University.
South Florida competed against six teams including College of Charleston, host Jacksonville University, NC State, FSU, and Rollins College.
Conditions were extreme, with a strong current on the St. Johns River and winds gusting to the mid-20's. Capsizes were common, racing was tight, and the lead changed often.
After a full round robin followed by a final four, College of Charleston was the clear victor, with USF and Jacksonville tied for second place.