Stanford Won Sugar Bowl Sailing Regatta
Stanford dominated the three-team sailing field in New Orleans to secure a first-place finish.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Surfing
Stanford captured first place at the Sugar Bowl sailing regatta with a total of 75 points. The team swept all eight races during the two-day competition.
Why it matters
The victory highlights the program's current competitive form as they prepare for a series of upcoming championship events. It demonstrates a dominant performance across multiple boat categories against fellow collegiate participants.
Stanford finished with 75 points across eight races, beating Tulane's 135 points. The winning effort included a 20-point performance by the A boat and a 30-point finish from the C boat.
The players
Stanford
Stanford University is a major research institution that maintains a competitive collegiate sailing program.
Tulane
Tulane University is a private research institution in New Orleans that hosts sailing competitions.
The details
Stanford competed with three boats in the three-team field and achieved first-place finishes in every single race. The lineup featured Alice Schmid and Avery Peterson in the A boat, Ava McAlily and Kate Myles in the B boat, and Audrey Russler and Hannah Crompton in the C boat.
Timeline
The regatta was held over the weekend of September 26-27, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This dominant performance sets a high standard for Stanford as they head into their fall schedule, including the Danmark Trophy and Women's ACC Round One. The victory establishes the team as a strong contender for upcoming regional and national collegiate sailing honors.
Stanford secured 75 points, finishing well ahead of the 135-point tally recorded by Tulane. The win was secured by maintaining a first-place position in all eight races held throughout the weekend.
The takeaway
Consistent performance across all boat classes allowed Stanford to sweep the regatta in New Orleans. The team now turns its attention to high-stakes autumn championship events to maintain their momentum.
What happens next
Stanford is scheduled to compete at the Match Race PCCSC Championships, the Danmark Trophy, and the Women's ACC Round One in the coming months.
Further reading
For more updates on collegiate sailing results, visit the Surfing section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Stanford Cardinal - Official Athletics Website.
