Racers were treated to another wonderful Worthington Windsurfing Regatta last weekend, despite subpar weather. Saturday had rain throughout the day but we still managed to complete 3 races in 10-20+ mph winds. Arden Anderson won all three races to pace the A Fleet, with Alex Monroe grabbing all the seconds and Adam Anderson and Peter Hartwich grabbed the 3rd’s. Randy Howell paced the Kona fleet with three bullets as well, while Randy Moon and Del Carpenter made chase. Andrea Gratton showed her skills in Sport Fleet by completing all the races in the challenging gusty conditions.
Sunday had nicer weather for the spectators and we completed 4 more races in 5-10 mph wind. Adam Anderson had a nose for the wind and great speed around the course to win all 4 races and take the regatta crown. Alex Monroe kept his streak of 2nd’s going to hold onto second place and push Arden Anderson back to 3rd place. Andy Gratton overcame the flu to race on Sunday taking several 3rd place finishes. Mike Fox showed great skill in the conditions as well to win all 4 Kona races while Jeff Adamski made him work for it while grabbing all the 2nd’s. Despite their efforts, Randy Howell was able to maintain his position in 1st for the victory and Randy Moon held onto 2nd while Mike Fox worked his way into 3rd place. Andrea Gratton continued to lead the Sport Fleet.
Results:  A Fleet  |  Kona  |  Sport
Photos of the event are also online at the Worthington Daily Globe: LINK
Thank you to Jeff Hegwer, Ann Gratton, and the rest of the RC, as well as all of the event organizers, and the welcoming city of Worthington. We are all looking forward to the big event next year!