Entry has opened for Ireland's biggest team racing event, the Elmo Trophy, celebrating its ninth edition this year. Teams of youth sailors from around the country and abroad are set to compete in 36 supplied firefly dinghies in Dun Laoghaire harbour on August 31st and September 1st. The Royal Saint George event will look to build on last year's event, which saw 32 teams of 6 crews compete for the title.
The Rutland Raiders, UK visitors, will be back to defend their title. They will be formidable defenders after a year, which saw them win the British Schools team racing title and finish as top youth team at the Wilson trophy. Undaunted, the Irish teams will be strong, and the home club teams, led by Russell Bolger, will expect to challenge others such as Irish Schools champions Schull Sharks and Glandore Sailing Club.
With a maximum of 32 teams and an oversubscription last year, teams are encouraged to enter early for the Elmo Trophy
Alongside the competition the social side is just as important with 220+ sailors dining at the event dinner on Saturday night. As usual club members will look to host visiting teams, a tradition which helps build fun and friendship.
Teams of youth sailors from around the country and abroad are set to compete in 36 supplied firefly dinghies in Dun Laoghaire harbour
Over 200 races will expect to be completed over the weekend, with quarter-finals taking place on Sunday afternoon. As well as on the water spectator craft, this year will also see live commentary on Instagram page for the event (@elmotrophy)
With a maximum of 32 teams and an oversubscription last year, teams are encouraged to enter early. Those entered by August 14th will automatically enter the Elmo early bird raffle.
Teams can view the NOR and Entry form at the event page. See the Link here and event poster attached below for download as a pdf
