From "crisis management" to executing with confidence, with Maura Winston

Sailfaster: The Podcast For Racing Sailors

In this episode we dive into the inspiring journey of Maura Winston, London Calling’s tactician. Maura grew up sailing in the picturesque waters of Rhode Island and began racing at an early age, moving later into Bermuda Cup match racing and J/24 and J/105 keelboat racing. With her infectious enthusiasm for the sport, Maura shares how teamwork is at the heart of sailing success, as well as the importance of networking and finding the right team, proving that building connections is a vital skill for burgeoning keelboat racers! We also chat about London Calling’s performance journey over the last two years, with Maura emphasizing how intentional practice and coaching elevates performance, with driving skills being an obvious game-changer for boat speed.

Maura also offers refreshing advice: focus on the basics instead of getting bogged down by excessive data. And how practice starts are the perfect way to boost confidence and get a solid read on that day’s racecourse. Maura’s insights are practical and motivational, making I what I hope is a great listen!