Introducing Australian Sailing Squadron Point Score – Everyone Has a Shot at Glory!
Welcome sailors! We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new initiative that celebrates all sailors, from skippers to crew, across a range of events – the Australian Sailing Squadron Point Score. This is your chance to be recognized for the hard work, skill, and passion you bring to the water, and to compete for a cash prize pool at the end of the year!
Here’s everything you need to know about how it works, why it’s fair, and how you can get involved for just $10.
How It Works
The Australian Sailing Squadron Point Score is designed to fit seamlessly into the events you're already participating in. Whether you’re racing at your local club, competing at a national championship, or sailing offshore, you can earn points simply by doing what you love.
- Affordable Entry Fee: For just $10, you can join the competition for the entire year. After expenses and administration costs every dollar collected goes straight into the prize pool, so the more people who join, the bigger the prize! (This will be tracked live on the website!)
- Event-Based Scoring: We’ve created a fair and balanced scoring system that considers the level of the event (club, state, national, or international) and your role on the boat (skipper or crew) and many other factors.
- Simple Form Submission: After your race or regatta, submit your results through our easy online form. No extra hassle – just a quick summary of your performance and event details.
Fairness for All
We know sailing is a team sport, and every position on the boat is critical to success. That’s why our scoring system ensures fairness for everyone, no matter your role:
- Crew and Skippers Earn Points: Whether you’re calling tactics, trimming the sails, or steering the boat, you can accumulate points based on your performance.
- Weighted for Role and Event Level: Our formula accounts for the difficulty of the event and your position on the boat, ensuring the scoring reflects your contributions.
- Equal Opportunity to Win: Because of our carefully crafted system, a consistent and hardworking crew member can earn as many points as a skipper. It's all about how you perform throughout the year!
Why Join?
- Recognition and Camaraderie: Compete against sailors across all levels and disciplines, and see your name on the leaderboard.
- Motivation to Perform: With a year-long competition, you’ll find an extra edge to push yourself at every event.
- End-of-Year Prizes: All funds raised from the entry fees and sponsorship will be pooled together and distributed as prize money to the top sailors on the leaderboard at the end of the year.
Entries for 2025 Coming Soon
- Sign Up: All you'll have to do is head over to our website and register for the Australian Sailing Squadron Point Score for just $10.
- Submit Your Results: After each event, fill out a simple form with your position, role, and the event details.
- Track Your Progress: Check the leaderboard regularly to see where you stand. The leaderboard will be updated fortnightly to keep the competition exciting!
- Win Big: At the end of the year, the leaderboard will decide the winners, and we’ll distribute the prize money to the top performers.
A Community Effort
This initiative isn’t just about winning – it’s about bringing sailors together, celebrating achievements, and fostering a spirit of fairness and inclusivity. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newcomer to the sport, the Australian Sailing Squadron Point Score is a chance to get involved, have fun, and aim for the top.
So, Keep an eye out for when entries open soon! Get keen for a great year of sailing.
Fair winds and good luck! 🌊