Independence Day Regatta on in Subic

MANILA, Philippines - The Saturday Afternoon Gentlemen Sailing (SAGS) Club is holding the sixth Independence Day Regatta in Subic Bay  today and tomorrow in cooperation with The Lighthouse Marina Resort and Watercraft Ventures Inc. 

“Subic Bay is an ideal venue for competitive yacht racing. With its suitable windy weather conditions and expanse, it has become a consistent host to international regatta,  putting it in the sailing map and making it a favorite destination,” said Commodore Jun Avecilla, co-founder of SAGS and owner/skipper of Selma Star C! Calibre and president of The Lighthouse Marina Resort.

With Commodore Ricky Sandoval of Watercraft Ventures Inc., they jointly spearhead the promotion of sailing, yacht racing and water sports tourism in Subic Bay. Both organize competitive club and major international yacht races, at the same time, lead a local sailing fraternity with a strong bond of camaraderie and friendship.

Their latest project –  the IYFR-Sags Sailing School with eight fleets of Flying Fifteens and Streakers to start with –  will soon be open to SAGS members, dependents and enthusiasts who would be interested to learn the sport.

The event is backed by the International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI), PLDT SubicTel, San Miguel Brewery Inc, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, IYFR, C! Calibre, Subic Times, Subic Updater, Subic.com, and Active Boating and Watersports.