National success for talented trio
Freddie MacLaverty and Keira Luke travelled to Mumbles for the British Youth Sailing Welsh Regional Championships to test their skills against some of the best up and coming talent anywhere in the country.
The duo produced a sensational effort in testing conditions throughout the weekend, winning their final two races to emerge victorious in the U18 General Handicap fleet despite their tender age.
RYA Cymru Wales High Performance Manager Paul Simes, said: "To have a Feva win in the General Handicap fleet is unusual, Freddie and Kiera won the last two races and that was one of the highlights because they are aged 11, beating 17-year-old children."
This represents a significant achievement for the pair in their junior RS Feva boat, with Freddie and Keira also finishing first in the Mixed Boat category thanks to their sterling performance.
Mrs Harding, said: “This is an absolutely staggering achievement from Freddie and Keira.
“To perform so well against much older and more experienced opposition to achieve victory is a testament to their ability to perform in a competitive environment and their overall talent on the water."
Llion Morris also travelled to Mumbles to compete at the British Youth Sailing Welsh Regional Championships last weekend, which saw him take his place in the extremely competitive Topper fleet.
The hard-working individual was at his brilliant best throughout a testing four races on the water, coming away with two triumphs to finish top of the podium and secure the coveted trophy.
This is the latest in a series of outstanding achievements from Llion, who has developed his skills considerably under the guidance and support of dedicated coaching staff at Rydal Penrhos’ sailing centre, which was accredited by the Royal Yachting Association last year.
He has secured a wealth of regional and national competition victories and medal placings, something that has seen him called up to both the RYA Cymru Wales youth squad.
Mrs Harding, said: "Llion’s dedication to his sailing has been evident from a very early age, and he is emerging as one of the brightest young prospects anywhere in the country thanks to his exceptional commitment and perseverance.
"He is also a tremendous role model for our younger sailing squad members given how much experience he has gained in a short space of time."