San Diego, CA (January, 23) – The waters off San Diego Yacht Club played host to another successful Bill Bennett Cup, part of the prestigious West Coast Spring Series (WCSS), with Chris Busch and Buschido (USA 969) securing an impressive overall victory.
The regatta honors the memory of beloved sailor Bill Bennet and showcased competitive racing to kick off the 2025 west coast Etchells year.
Chris Busch, Patrick Powell and Chuck Sinks demonstrated remarkable consistency throughout the series, posting three first-place finishes to claim the overall title with just 5 points. Jim Cunningham on Lifted (USA 1404) secured second place with 9 points, while Argyle Campbell and Rock On (USA 1452) rounded out the podium with 15 points.
In the Corinthian division, Don Jesberg sailing Viva (USA 1429) emerged victorious with 23 points, followed by Ethan Doyle on Capricorn (USA 1229) in second with 25 points, and Michael Terry on Blue Fin (USA 1263) taking third with 43 points.
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