Top-three sailing accomplishments
Winning the 2023 NZ youth championships and placing third overall.
Winning the 2022 nationals and placing third overall.
Winning the 2022 NZ youth championships and placing 3rd overall.
How did you get into sailing?
I started as an 8-year-old at Murrays Bay Sailing Club. My older brother was sailing, so it just seemed normal for me to try it too.
What is your favourite food after a long day on the water?
I like to eat toast.
Where is your favourite place to sail?
My favourite place to sail is Bermuda and in the waters off Murrays Bay Sailing Club.
What is your favourite thing to do when not sailing?
Play hockey, hang out with friends and paint.
Who are your role models?
I admire how Jo Aleh and Polly Powrie handled their disappointing races at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games and went on to win the silver medal.
What is the best thing about sailing your youth class boat?
The 29er is a fun, fast boat that has a competitive fleet.
What was the proudest moment of your sailing to date?
Every time Chloe and I come back during a race or improve during a regatta. Overcoming adversity makes us stronger as a team.
What do you hope to achieve in sailing in the next 12 months?
I am focussed on the youth worlds as my last regatta in the 29er class. I would like to do my best there and then move into another class of boat in 2024.
How will you prepare for the 2023 youth sailing world championships?
We will be attending the Yachting New Zealand clinic, continuing with our club racing and regular training plus fitting in some more intense training in the weeks leading up to the event.
What are your sailing career goals?
To sail to the best of my ability.
Lucy Leith and Chloe Turner at the 2023 NZ youth championships. Photo / Salty Shot Photography