Molly Vandemoer, Sailor of the Month

Seahorse magazine hosts a monthly poll to recognize recent achievement, and the February 2026 winner is Molly Vandemoer (USA). Here are the details:

Her nomination:
US Sailing Board, World Sailing Events Committee, Director of the US Peninsula Youth Sailing Foundation, youth sailing outreach and development officer to the US Club 420 Board, 2025 USA Women’s Match Racing Champion, mother of two youngsters, busy school community volunteer, on point for a new US Youth High Performance Sailing Centre. Mortals would call that portfolio impossible, Molly calls it Tuesday. With thanks to (US) John Bertrand.

What the voters said:
“Molly is an incredible advocate for the sailing community!” – Erwin Santana; “As president of the Club 420 board, I can attest to the impact Molly has on our governance. When she speaks we listen. Sailing achievements aside, her knowledge and team building skills stand alone.” – Kyle Assad; “Molly has been superlative over these recent decades. Her enthusiasm is still contagious. I began racing with Molly when she was a teenager, impressive then, stupendous now!” – Robin Reighley.