- March 31, 2026
Dates confirmed for the 2026-2027 Winter Series in Miami:
EVENT
Dec 5-6, 2026: Star Commodore's Cup
Jan 15-16, 2027: Levin Memorial
Jan 17, 2027: Schoonmaker Cup
Jan 30-31, 2027: Zagarino Masters
Feb 4-5, 2027: Star Walk...
Announcements | - Author: Star Class office - March 27, 2026
Saturday, April 11
1700 CET
1100 EST
0800 PST
This is scheduled to be a 90-minute meeting
Join Star Class President Paul Cayard as he gives the membership updates on the Class and an open discussion.
Please submit topics you w...
Announcements | Human Interest | - March 23, 2026
The Star Class Mourns the Passing of Peter Dirk Siemsen
The International Star Class Yacht Racing Association (ISCYRA) mourns the passing of Peter Dirk Siemsen, a towering figure in the history of the Star Class and Brazilia...
Announcements | Human Interest | - Author: Star Class office - March 11, 2026
Jochen Diercks 1948-2026
It is with deep sadness that we bid farewell to long-time Starboat sailor, Jochen Diercks, who passed away last Friday at the age of 78. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by the familiarity and calm ...
- Author: Rachele Vitello - March 11, 2026
The International Star Class is ready for the 2026 racing season with a calendar that blends tradition, elite competition, and global reach, anchored by some of the most historic and prestigious events in sailing....
Announcements | Human Interest | - Author: Star Class office - March 09, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we report the passing of Contender Sailcloth founder Guus
Bierman. Guus passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026.
Guus was a passionate sailor and yachtsman, for whom sailing always connected the dots...
Announcements | Technical | - Author: Star Class office - March 06, 2026
Dear Star Fleet Officers.
The deadline for submitting a Resolution for an ISCYRA rule change is due in the Central Office by 9 July 2026. Resolutions submitted on time will be dispersed to the Class Management Committee, the Judi...
- February 26, 2026
After seven years of building the C Star with great results worldwide, we are pleased to announce that Ovington Boats will take over manufacturing the C Star.
- February 18, 2026
US Sailing is proud to announce the winners of the prestigious 2025 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards. Paul Cayard has been named the Rolex Yachtsman of the Year, while Laura Grondin has been named the Rolex Yacht...
Announcements | Human Interest | - Author: Star Class Office - February 17, 2026
An Update on the Russian/Belarus Policy
Background
World Sailing has recently updated its policy regarding Russian/Belarussian sailors as follows:
Russian and Belarusian sailors, support personnel and race officials m...
- Author: Rachele Vitello - February 05, 2026
The Star Class and SEA Program by Schoonmaker is hosting 2 round table sessions during the 99th Bacardi Cup this March 2026. We welcome all Star class competitors to join us as we hear from some of the top sailors in the class abo...
Announcements | Human Interest | - Author: Carl Buchan - February 03, 2026
Remembering Doug Knight
Doug Knight, World Champion Star crew, passed away on February 1. Doug’s partnership racing Stars with my father, Bill Buchan spanned 20 years that included numerous top finishes at the Worlds and 3 ...
Star Class Honoring the Past, Leading the Future
