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Sailing Cruisers Tie at the Top of Cove Sailing Club's Friday League

15th July 2022
Cove Sailing Club's Angela, a First 260 Spirit sailed by Cathy Mullan
Angela, a First 260 Spirit sailed by Cathy Mullan from Cove Sailing Club Credit: Bob Bateman

Two cruisers are tied at the top of Friday League racing at Cove Sailing Club, both on five points - the Shipman 28, Tonga, owned by Gary Mills and the Sadler 25, Netta J, of Des Corbett.

They are six points clear of Cathy Mullan’s First 260, Angela, on 11 points. Ten boats have raced the Cork Harbour Club’s series so far.

Rankins dominate dinghies

In the Wednesday night Dinghy League, Rankins continue to dominate the top places. Maurice and Francis Kidney are the clear leaders, out in front after five races, with 10 points in Rankin No.12. Second is Owen O’Connell with 14 points and in third place David and Richard Marshall on 21. Thirteen boats have raced in the series so far.

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