06/30/2026
What began as an idea just two years ago has now grown into the Newport H12 Women’s Fleet—14 boat owners, more than 40 members, and this past weekend, our first invitation to compete in the New York Yacht Club’s Tiedemann Classic Yacht Regatta.
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As Fleet Captain, I couldn’t have been more thrilled to see our fleet represented on the line among some of the finest classic yachts in the world.
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Sailing aboard my 1930 Herreshoff 12½, CHESTNUT, my crew and I were honored to finish 2nd in the H12 Class, earning a podium finish at this extraordinary event.
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I am incredibly fortunate to sail with such wonderful teammates, the Toppa twins. This is my second season sailing with Allie Toppa, and I continue to be in awe of her racing instincts, tactical skill, and effortless ability to adapt to the race course. To make the weekend even more special, she brought her twin sister, Liza, to sail with us. Without question, we also won first prize for having the most fun.
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Congratulations to all of the competitors, and thank you to the New York Yacht Club for welcoming the Newport H12 Women’s Fleet to our first Tiedemann Classic.
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Fair winds, and if you’d like to learn more about the Newport H12 Women’s Fleet, please feel free to reach out via DM.
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⛵️🥈. New York Yacht Club Regattas NewportH12WomensFleet thanks NYYC and CB