LA28: “Excited for what the future holds”

As the National Governing Body for the Sailing, USA law mandates that US Sailing fields a team for the Olympic Games. Qualifying for the team requires an objective selection process, but how athletes train for selection can vary beyond the national program.

One organization supporting aspiring US Olympians is America One Racing (A1R) which has released its official athlete roster for Project Podium, a high-performance initiative dedicated to securing medals for the USA at the LA 2028 Olympic Games.

AIR Athletes
Makani Andrews – iQFOil
Noah Lyons – iQFOil
Dominique Stater – iQFOil
Nevin Snow/ Ian MacDiarmid – 49er
Paris Henken/ Helena Scutt – 49erFX
Charlotte Rose – ILCA 6
Noah Runciman – Formula Kite

Here is a report from America One Racing:

Project Podium was created with a singular mission: to maximize athletes’ potential on the Olympic stage. Designed for a select group of podium potential athletes, the program provides a structured, high-performance training with world-class coaching, technical expertise, and individualized support.

“This is without a doubt one of the best opportunities American sailing has ever seen,” said Noah Lyons, 2024 Team USA Olympian. “To be a part of the America One Racing Team is a dream come true. I’m excited for what the future holds and to fight for a medal in 2028.”

With a small and highly focused team, America One Racing provides each athlete with tailored coaching, technical expertise, and great resources. This support allows athletes to focus entirely on performance, knowing they have the tools and financial resources needed to succeed.

“Project Podium empowers us to train with unwavering focus on peak performance, and also delivers the personalized support our team needs,” said Ian MacDiarmid, 49er.

“America One understands that being a successful Olympic athlete today is a professional effort—not a part-time commitment. Success demands the best technology, logistics, and innovation, and that’s exactly what we have at A1R.”

For many of these athletes, America One Racing has been an integral part of their development from a young age and has mentored and guided most of them since their teenage years, helping shape their journeys toward Olympic success.

“Jumping back in the 49erFX with Paris after eight years has been unreal, and thanks to America One Racing, we can hit the ground running,” said 2016 Olympian Helena Scutt. “Paris and I are each hungry to bring our experiences together and work toward our full potential for LA 2028.”

About America One Racing
America One Racing (A1R) is dedicated to developing high-potential sailors and preparing them for success on the world stage. A1R provides athletes with elite coaching, performance planning and resources to compete in top international events, including the Olympic Games, Pan American Games, and Youth World Championships.

A1R’s commitment to youth development takes place through its Foiling Platform and squad training. Building on America One’s 25-year legacy of advancing sailing in the U.S., A1R continues to shape the future of the sport, ensuring American sailors have the tools to reach the podium. AmericaOne is an independent, public, 501©(3) charity. For more information, visit www.americaoneracing.us.

Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Sailing Program*:
Men’s One Person Dinghy – ILCA 7
Women’s One Person Dinghy – ILCA 6
Mixed Two Person Dinghy – 470
Men’s Skiff – 49er
Women’s Skiff – 49erFX
Men’s Kiteboard – Formula Kite Class
Women’s Kiteboard – Formula Kite Class
Men’s Windsurfing – iQFOiL
Women’s Windsurfing – iQFOiL
Mixed Multihull – Nacra 17

Venue: Long Beach, CA
Dates: July 21-August 6

* World Sailing voted to keep the Paris 2024 Sailing Program for Los Angeles 2028, but the program is not final until the IOC approves all events, which usually occurs between December 2024 and January 2025. To date, this decision has not been made.