The countdown to one of the premier events in women’s match racing has officially begun—and now, competitors and fans alike can dive into the details. The Sailing Instructions for the 2025 Santa Maria Cup are now available online!
Hosted by Eastport Yacht Club from June 4–7, 2025, the Santa Maria Cup is a World Sailing Grade 2 regatta that brings elite female sailors to the scenic waters of the Severn River for four exhilarating days of competition.
Whether you’re racing, volunteering, spectating, or sponsoring, the Sailing Instructions provide everything you need to know—including race formats, scoring, course details, protest procedures, and safety guidelines. For competitors, this is your essential roadmap to navigating both the water and the event itself.
Quick Reminders for Competitors:
- Practice & Registration: June 2–3, 2025
- Racing: June 4–7, 2025 in J/22s
- Prize Giving: June 7 at 6:00 PM
- Double Round-Robin & Knockout Format
With past champions like Claire Leroy, Katie Spithill, and Betsy Alison,andAnna Östling etched into its legacy, the Santa Maria Cup continues to be a beacon for excellence in women’s sailing.
We’re thrilled to welcome the world’s top match racers back to Annapolis for an unforgettable week of fierce competition and community celebration. And with the Sailing Instructions now live, it’s officially game on.
See you on the Severn!