Heritage Of
Shields Fleet One
Commissioned by Cornelius “Corny” Shields in the 1960’s, The Shields class, a Sparkman & Stephens design, is a 30-foot keelboat, intended for competitive one-design racing and fleet instruction.
Shields Fleet #1 continues this tradition and is one of the most active Shields fleets in the country, and the most active one-design fleet in western Long Island Sound.
With over 15 Shields at the Larchmont Yacht Club, the racing season begins Memorial Day weekend and continues through Columbus Day weekend. Most races are on Saturdays with the occasional two-day Saturday/Sunday regatta sprinkled throughout the season.
The warning gun for the first start on Saturdays is not until 2:25pm facilitating family time and other activities in the morning.
We host Friday night casual sailing, meeting at 5pm at the flagpole at LYC, welcoming newcomers to the fleet.
While we have strong and close competition, all are welcome to join.
If interested in getting involved in the fleet as crew or as a potential new owner, please contact the fleet captain.
Our Commitment to Sailing Excellence
At the heart of our organization is a passion for sailing and a dedication to nurturing a vibrant maritime community. We proudly uphold our mission to provide enriching experiences on the water, supported by our core values of teamwork, respect, and education.
Meet Our Fleet
Discover the passionate individuals behind our fleet and learn how their expertise enhances your experience.
23 Rascal
Kurt Weisenfluh / Matt Tym
176 Katherine
Greg Takata/ Doug Campbell/ Andrew Wertheim
25 Checkmate
Ward Young
183 Syndicate
Zach Warner / Will Gallagher
54 Tempest
Rob Dailey / Com Crocker
26 Tango
Karen and Dan Ronan
182 Lure
Skip McGuire
220 Phoenix
Dan VanderWoude
41 Havoc
M Hays/ J Hammonds/ K Bond/ T Drucker
5 Swamp Fox
James Lawless IV
49 Uprising
Greg Davis
231 Mermaid
Ed Briganti / Owen Turnbull
106 Lady
John Mawe / Wes Burns
Join the Adventure Today!
Step into a world of sailing excellence. Explore our fleet of Shields sailing boats, engage with our spirited community, and participate in events that celebrate the joy of the sea. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a curious newcomer, there’s a place for you here with us.