Sailing Cuppers LMH, starting out as pre event favourites, held their
composure and secured their first sailing cuppers win in recent
years. Fourteen college teams made the short trip to Farmoor
reservoir only to be faced with a flat calm lake. Thankfully, a light but consistent breeze filled in. Racing
then got underway in four leagues and the fourteen teams were
whittled down to just four for the knockout stage. The wind remained light but conditions were perfect for this
two boat team racing event. LMH dispatched of a strong St
Hugh’s team in the first semi-final with some well executed
team racing on the first upwind leg. The second semi- final was
somewhat closer and looked to be going Worcester’s way
before a late turn of speed from the Lincoln team led them
through to the final. Lincoln provided formidable opposition in a scrappy final,
which saw four penalty spins awarded in just one race. Amidst the
frantic team racing and heated debate from Lincoln, LMH held
their nerve, and took home the cuppers trophy.ARCHIVE: 3rd week TT 2004
A breeze for LMH
