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    Coach's Note

    During the 2024-2025 year, CNU Sailing continued building on our program's incredible momentum and growth. Thanks to your continued support, we achieved remarkable milestones: our Women's team qualified for Women's Fleet Race Nationals for the second consecutive year, while finishing 8th in the conference and ranking 27th nationally. Our Open team also made significant strides, finishing 13th in the conference and achieving a national ranking of 41st by the end of the spring season. Representing Christopher Newport University against top schools across the country has been an incredible experience that showcases our dedication and skill.

    As we look ahead to the 2025-26 season, we're setting our sights even higher with the ambitious goal of qualifying for Open Fleet Race Nationals for the first time in program history. We're also in the process of hiring a full-time assistant coach to help lay the foundation for continued growth and success in the years to come.

    Your generous contributions directly impact our team's success and future endeavors. Donations will go towards crucial initiatives such as our Boat Replacement Fund and equipment upkeep, ensuring that we have a reliable fleet for competition. Most importantly, your contributions will enable our team the opportunity to continue traveling to top events nationwide, allowing us to compete at prestigious competitions and represent CNU with pride against the top schools in the country.

    Every gift makes an impact on the student-athlete experience here at Christopher Newport. Because of your support, we can ensure that Christopher Newport is the best place in Division III to sail. Join our Community of Champions and support CNU Sailing!

    Go Captains!

    Dreugh Phillips
    Sailing Head Coach

    Christopher Newport University Champion's Club
    The Champions Club is an Athletic Giving Society for donors who make a gift of $25 or more to any area of CNU Athletics.

    If you are a Young Alum (2022-2025), there is a special component of the Champions Club just for you!
     

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    Christopher Newport University President's Parent and Family Council
    • $1,000: Blue Tier ($52 of your gift is non-charitable)
    • $2,500: Silver Tier ($232 of your gift is non-charitable)
    • $5,000: Platinum Tier ($373 of your gift is non-charitable)

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    Questions?

    Have questions about how you can make a difference for CNU Athletics? Please contact:

    Mary-Margaret Wells
    Director of Parent and Family and Athletic Development 
    mary-margaret.wells@cnu.edu
    757-594-8590