Ocius Racing is a group of talented youth sailors who have achieved unusual success in the sport of sailing. Every member of our team has triumphed on all levels of youth sailing and now we are seeking to compete in the first ever Red Bull Youth Americas Cup. We have a unique team dynamic as all members of Team Ocius have competed with each other for well over a decade and all but one member have grown up racing on the Long Island Sound. Additionally, we are the only prospective Youth America’s Cup team with a female helm, a huge step forward in an area of the sailing world that has been traditionally dominated by males.

Meet The Team

Morgan Kiss:

A 2012 ICSA Women’s All American and outstanding youth sailor. Morgan has won silver medals at both the 2010 ISAF 420 Youth Worlds and 2010 420 Open World Championships. With countless years of international racing experience in multiple classes, Morgan is very accustomed to the highly competitive sailing atmosphere that will be present at the Youth America’s Cup. She is currently a sophomore at Yale University and a top skipper for their program.

Ian Liberty:

Former two time member of the US Sailing Development Team Alphagraphics. Standout youth sailor with over a decade of experience on the international sailing circuit in multiple classes. Two time ISAF Youth Worlds representative in the 420 class as well as two gold fleet finishes at the 2009 and 2010 420 Worlds with crew Alex Whipple. Currently a skipper on St. Mary’s College of Maryland sailing team; a program well known for producing world-class sailors and Olympic athletes.

Alex Whipple:

A fierce competitor on the international circuit for almost his entire life. Also a former two time member of the US Sailing Development Team Alphagraphics and knows what it takes to run a successful campaign. Years of experience crewing in the 420 class with helm and Ocius teammate Ian Liberty. 2009 ISAF Youth Worlds representative in the 420 class as well as gold fleet finishes at the 2009 and 2010 420 Worlds. Has a deep background of crewing on a wide variety of boats, including a world class Melges 32 team.

Ben Lezin:

As a junior sailor Ben learned to race out of his hometown of Santa Cruz, CA. He became accustomed to big wind and waves very early on. Seeking a more competitive sailing environment Ben began practicing and competing on the San Francisco Bay junior circuit; which eventually took him around the world in the Laser Radial. As a member of St. Francis Yacht Club, Ben has over a decade of experience sailing on the city front in Optis, Lasers, and mainly keel boats. He considers the City Front his home waters. Currently, Ben is finishing his final year of eligibility on the St. Mary’s College of Maryland Varsity Sailing Team and is a two time most valuable player and 2011- 2012 team captain. In addition, he is an avid CrossFitter and holds gym records at a gym that has put out regional and overall CrossFit champions. Ben is highly competitive and strives for success in whatever he does.

Ian Storck:

Former two time member of US Sailing Development Team Alphagraphics (2010 and 2011). Years of experience in the international circuit in the 420, 29er, and 49er with helm and Ocius teammate Declan Whitmeyer. Has first hand experience with campaigning in Olympic classes. Currently a sophomore on the sailing team at Dartmouth.

Declan Whitmeyer:

Former two time member of US Sailing Development Team Alphagraphics (2010 and 2011). Years of experience in the international circuit in the 420, 29er, and 49er with crew and Ocius teammate Ian Storck. Has first hand experience with campaigning in olympic classes.

Austen Andersen:

2012 All American honorable mention and one of the worlds top 29er skiff sailors. Has extensive experience as a crew and skipper in a myriad of classes on the international level. Currently a senior at Hobart William Smith and a key component of their sailing program.

Dan Liberty:

Former captain of the US Merchant Marine Academy Varsity Sailing Team. Extremely diverse international crewing experience in Dinghies, Skiffs, and large multihulls. Specifically, has logged over 480 miles of multihull racing.

Board of Directors

Dawn Riley:



As CEO and captain of America True, Riley was the first woman to manage an America’s Cup sailing team. She raced on four America’s Cup and two Whitbread (now Volvo Ocean Race) teams. She is the former president of the Woman’s Sports Foundation, serves on the board of US Sailing, and is an advisor to several public service organizations.

Board of Advisors

Jeremy Wilmot:





2009 Melges 32 World Champion and 2011 Melges 24 National Champion. Skipper of TP52 Morning Light and star of Disney’s motion picture “Morning Light”







Nathan Outteridge:



Former skipper of Team Korea and current skipper of Artemis Racing Red. 2012 Olympic Gold Medalist skipper in the 49er class.

Budget

Team Ocius needs your help to earn a spot on the starting line next fall at the Red Bull Youth America's Cup. Our team is a compilation of some of the most talented youth sailors in the U.S. with undeniable potential to succeed in this event. The America's Cup and Red Bull have given us the opportunity of a lifetime and we truly believe that we can fulfill our dream of competing in this event, but not without a sufficient program and budget. The Red Bull Youth America's Cup requires some tremendous fundraising, and as a youth sailing team we are entirely depended upon the generosity of our fans to reach our targeted budget.

For sponsorship opportunities, our objective is to customize a package that is aligned with your company's values, standards and needs. Sponsoring our team will provide your company with valuable on-site exposure, extensive media coverage, and product placement during the excitement of the return of the Americas Cup to the United States. Ocius Racing is happy to work with your company to customize a package that best meets your marketing objectives and client entertaining needs.

Budget Specifications: Download

To make a tax deductible donation, please make checks payable to:

Ocius Racing
Oakcliff Sailing Foundation
4 South Street Oyster Bay, NY 11771
(516) 802-0368

Thank you.

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