Royal Hospital School pupil named 2023 US Youth Female ILCA 6 Champion

Royal Hospital School (RHS) in Holbrook, Ipswich, is celebrating year 12 pupil, Audrey Foley’s remarkable achievement as the 2023 US Youth Female ILCA 6 Champion at Mount Hope Bay.

Competing against over 230 sailors from nine countries, Audrey's exceptional skills and determination propelled her to the top of the competition. The event, held on the prestigious Roger Williams University campus in Bristol, Rhode Island, marked the largest ever Youth Championship, making Audrey's victory even more impressive.

US Sailing Youth Competition Manager, John Pearce, added: “Hosting such a prestigious event on Mount Hope Bay was a source of great pride. The US Youth Championship serves as the qualifying event for World Sailing's 2023 Youth World Championship. We extend our best wishes to Audrey as she currently competes in Poland, representing our school and her nation on the international stage.”