We wrapped up the "Sayers & Co." Schnapper Point Regatta 2026 on Sunday after a highly competitive and thoroughly enjoyable weekend on the water, welcoming sailors from across Victoria and interstate.
Held on 14–15 February, this year’s regatta brought together over 120 competitors and was made possible by the incredible efforts of more than 70 volunteers, officials, and race management personnel. Events of this scale simply do not happen without the dedication and generosity of our club community, and we are extremely grateful for that support.
The regatta carried special significance this year as we celebrate Mornington Yacht Club’s 80th anniversary, while the Schnapper Point Regatta itself continues a proud tradition spanning more than 40 years on Port Phillip.
Our 2026 program also incorporated two major championships:
Throughout the weekend, competitors contended with light and highly variable winds, particularly on Sunday when a forecast mid-morning lull created challenging racing conditions. Despite this, we successfully completed multiple races across the fleets, with shortened courses and tactical decision-making playing an important role.
Improved afternoon breezes allowed racing to finish strongly, with four races completed on Day 2.
We saw a number of standout performances across the fleets. Callum and Aiden Simmons once again delivered exciting sibling rivalry in the Radial fleet. Ashlea Tan recorded an excellent result in the 4.7 fleet, and it was particularly pleasing to see the Green Fleet complete an impressive series over the weekend.
The Schnapper Point Regatta remains one of our most valued and enduring events, continuing to showcase MYC’s strong racing culture and our ongoing commitment to youth and one-design sailing.
Held on 14–15 February, this year’s regatta brought together over 120 competitors and was made possible by the incredible efforts of more than 70 volunteers, officials, and race management personnel. Events of this scale simply do not happen without the dedication and generosity of our club community, and we are extremely grateful for that support.
The regatta carried special significance this year as we celebrate Mornington Yacht Club’s 80th anniversary, while the Schnapper Point Regatta itself continues a proud tradition spanning more than 40 years on Port Phillip.
Our 2026 program also incorporated two major championships:
- The ILCA Victorian 2026 Under-21 Championship, proudly sponsored by Ronstan
- The 2026 Musto Skiff Australian National Championship, held from 12–15 February
Throughout the weekend, competitors contended with light and highly variable winds, particularly on Sunday when a forecast mid-morning lull created challenging racing conditions. Despite this, we successfully completed multiple races across the fleets, with shortened courses and tactical decision-making playing an important role.
Improved afternoon breezes allowed racing to finish strongly, with four races completed on Day 2.
We saw a number of standout performances across the fleets. Callum and Aiden Simmons once again delivered exciting sibling rivalry in the Radial fleet. Ashlea Tan recorded an excellent result in the 4.7 fleet, and it was particularly pleasing to see the Green Fleet complete an impressive series over the weekend.
The Schnapper Point Regatta remains one of our most valued and enduring events, continuing to showcase MYC’s strong racing culture and our ongoing commitment to youth and one-design sailing.
Acknowledgements & Thanks
We would like to sincerely thank everyone who contributed to the success of the regatta.
A special thank you to Ben Jones, our Event Chair, whose planning and coordination were instrumental in delivering such a smooth and successful weekend. We also extend our thanks to Principal Race Officer Chris Jackson for his leadership on the water and the calm, professional race management.
Most importantly, we would like to acknowledge and thank all of our volunteers. There are far too many names to mention individually, but your support is deeply appreciated. From the BBQ and catering, to registration and sign-on, to the start and finish boats and everything in between — the regatta simply would not run without your time, energy, and commitment to the club.
We are also extremely grateful for the continued support of the wider sailing community:
David White (SSCBC)
Thank you for your and SSCBC’s ongoing support through both infrastructure and competitor participation. We greatly value the strong relationship between our clubs and look forward to reciprocating at the Youth Regatta.
Richard Starkins (DBYC)
Thank you for your continued support and collaboration. Events like Schnapper Point genuinely rely on the cooperative spirit shared between clubs.
John Maclurcan– SailSys
A special thank you for travelling interstate to share your knowledge, enthusiasm, and humour. Your assistance and training provided to members of our race management team were greatly appreciated.
Geoff Eldridge
Thank you for your continued support and for generously contributing your experience and knowledge to the club.
A special thank you to Ben Jones, our Event Chair, whose planning and coordination were instrumental in delivering such a smooth and successful weekend. We also extend our thanks to Principal Race Officer Chris Jackson for his leadership on the water and the calm, professional race management.
Most importantly, we would like to acknowledge and thank all of our volunteers. There are far too many names to mention individually, but your support is deeply appreciated. From the BBQ and catering, to registration and sign-on, to the start and finish boats and everything in between — the regatta simply would not run without your time, energy, and commitment to the club.
We are also extremely grateful for the continued support of the wider sailing community:
David White (SSCBC)
Thank you for your and SSCBC’s ongoing support through both infrastructure and competitor participation. We greatly value the strong relationship between our clubs and look forward to reciprocating at the Youth Regatta.
Richard Starkins (DBYC)
Thank you for your continued support and collaboration. Events like Schnapper Point genuinely rely on the cooperative spirit shared between clubs.
John Maclurcan– SailSys
A special thank you for travelling interstate to share your knowledge, enthusiasm, and humour. Your assistance and training provided to members of our race management team were greatly appreciated.
Geoff Eldridge
Thank you for your continued support and for generously contributing your experience and knowledge to the club.
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