On the first of August, I landed in Ireland to sail in the 2021 ILCA 4 (4.7) Junior World Championships. With six days of training and six days of racing in Europe, it was a great experience in every way. This was the most hardcore sailing I have ever done. The wind, waves, and competition were consistently very strong. Throughout my time in Ireland, the wind ranged from 20 to 40 knots, with only a couple days of lighter breeze. The waves were very big at times and, of course, it was Ireland, so there was a lot of rain. 32 countries from around the world sent their best youth sailors. There were two fleets of 75 boats each in the boys regatta and the girls had 45 boat each in their two fleets, with very challenging starting lines. The competition was as good as it gets at this level. I was very proud to represent Team USA, along with my teammates, but I couldn't have been more proud to be the only sailor representing San Diego Yacht Club. The only reason I was able to have this once-in-a-lifetime experience was because of the SDYC Competition Fund. Thank you for all your support!