America One Racing Announces Partnership with St. Francis Sailing Foundation
America One Racing is excited to partner with the St. Francis Sailing Foundation to advance high-performance sailing in the U.S. Our shared vision centers on world-class coaching, athlete development, and leadership excellence for the next generation of American athletes. Please see more information on the announcement below
The St. Francis Sailing Foundation (StFSF) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with America One Racing (A1R), marking a significant investment in the future of high-performance sailing in the United States. Under the terms of this new partnership, StFSF will provide both substantial financial and strategic support to A1R, supporting the development of world-class athletes in the USA.
The St. Francis Sailing Foundation has a long history of supporting sailors, from promising youth competitors to Olympic medalists. Traditionally, the Foundation’s support has focused on financial grants, enabling athletes to pursue their dreams, but it has not directly engaged in training, coaching or team development. The partnership with America One Racing represents a new chapter that will leverage A1R’s comprehensive athlete support, including coaching, sports science, teamwork, financial support and leadership development.
“This partnership with America One Racing represents an exciting new chapter for the St. Francis Sailing Foundation and for sailors with the highest competitive aspirations,” said StFSF President Elizabeth Little. “We are proud to support a program that provides comprehensive resources to our athletes, while continuing our commitment to youth and community sailing.”
StFSF has great confidence in America One Racing’s leadership, particularly Director Paul Cayard who is also a longtime advisor and supporter of StFSF. America One Racing is demonstrating that holistic support for athletes can elevate U.S. sailors to success at the highest levels of international competition.
In addition to supporting A1R’s Project Podium and Foiling Pathway, StFSF will continue its broader mission to foster development, excellence and inclusiveness in sailing. StFSF will maintain its investment in community sailing initiatives and local development programs, with a particular focus on supporting young sailors and Olympic hopefuls from the San Francisco Bay Area.
“We are honored to have St. Francis Sailing Foundation join the A1R Team. We appreciate their commitment to support our dedicated athletes as they pursue success at the highest levels of our sport,” said Paul Cayard, Director of America One Racing.
About America One Racing: America One Racing (A1R) is dedicated to developing high-potential sailors and preparing them for success on the world stage. A1R provides athletes with elite coaching, performance planning, and cutting-edge resources to compete in top international events, including the Olympic Games, Pan American Games, and Youth World Championships. A1R’s commitment to youth development takes place through its Foiling Platform and squad training.
This mission is made possible through the generous support of key partners—including the Sailing Foundation of New York, the Schoonmaker Foundation, the St. Francis Sailing Foundation and American Magic/Quantum Racing—whose shared commitment to excellence is helping elevate American sailing on the global stage.
Building on America One’s 25-year legacy of advancing sailing in the U.S., A1R continues to shape the future of the sport, ensuring American sailors have the tools to reach the podium. For more information, visit www.americaoneracing.us.