Sophomore Annie Samis will become the first Rollins sailor to compete at the ICSA Women’s Singlehanded National Championship after earning an at-large berth. She’ll represent the Tars at the Janet Lutz Trophy in Rye, New York, on Nov. 7-8.

By the Numbers
  • 4th place at the SAISA Women’s Singlehanded Championship, with 28 points across 9 races.
  • 8 top-five finishes, including 3 race wins.
  • The national field includes 20 sailors: 5 automatic qualifiers, 13 at-large selections and 2 alternates.
Yes, But

Samis has already shown national-level promise, including a second-place finish at the SAISA singlehanded championships last September and a National Semifinal appearance with Rollins’ doublehanded team last spring. Her recent fourth-place finish helped earn the at-large selection, but the national championship will be her first appearance at this event.

What’s Next

Samis will compete in ILCA 6 boats in the singlehanded championship, hosted by Fordham University at American Yacht Club on Nov. 7-8.

Bottom Line

Samis’ selection is a first for Rollins sailing—and gives the program a chance to make its mark on the national stage.