The docks were buzzing and the clubhouse packed as Crew Match 2025 kicked off the sailing season in high spirits at AFLOAT in Falmouth, Maine. Hosted by GMORA, SailMaine, Regatta Custom Merch Solutions, and Quantum Sails Downeast, this year’s event exceeded expectations, bringing skippers, crew, sponsors, and sailing enthusiasts together in a celebration of connection, community, and all things sailing.
⛵ A Record-Breaking Turnout
The turnout for this year’s Crew Match was nothing short of phenomenal.
- 19 skippers pre-registered, and 7 more joined the day-of, for a total of 26 skippers actively looking to build their crews.
- 46 crew members pre-registered, and an estimated 30+ walk-ins brought the total crew turnout to more than 75.
- In all, 135 attendees+ gathered to celebrate Maine’s vibrant sailing scene and gear up for the upcoming regatta season.
The energy was high, the room was full of handshakes, new connections, and the shared excitement of an incredible sailing season ahead
🙌 Powered by Volunteers and Community Spirit
A heartfelt thank-you goes out to the volunteers from GMORA, AFLOAT, and SailMaine who made the event run smoothly. From registration to setup, hospitality to cleanup, their efforts helped create a welcoming and organized space for sailors to connect and collaborate.
🌊 A Stronger Sailing Community for All
Beyond the immediate matches made, Crew Match 2025 strengthened the fabric of our sailing community. It welcomed newcomers, celebrated veterans, and reinforced the spirit of inclusion, mentorship, and passion that makes Maine sailing truly special.
Here’s to a thrilling, windy, and connected season ahead, see you on the water!
🎁 Incredible Support from Sponsors
We were blown away by the support from businesses in our community! With their generosity, we were able to entertain all of our boaters with delicious dinner and treats, craft beer and libations, and over $850 in prizes.
Thanks to SailMaine and GMORA for all they did to bring light to this event and reaching out to our collective sailing community.
Special appreciation to our sponsors at the Commodore Level and Captain Level who made this spectacular event possible as our refreshment and major prize sponsors.
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Many thanks to the following sponsors who donated gift cards, and swag to help keep the energy high and the raffle table full.
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Photos from the event
