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Courtenay

Becker-Dey

1965 -

Courtenay Becker-Dey is a two-time Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year. Within a short time span of a few years, Becker-Dey was an Olympic medalist, part of the America’s Cup afterguard crew on A3 and Mighty Mary, and a skipper on Volvo Ocean Race entry EF Language (year prior to race). With over two decades of experience, she has won several awards and accolades for her sailing skills. She has also coached several national and international sailing teams and helped them achieve success at various events.

Sailing Accomplishments:
● 2x Rolex Yacht Women of the Year, 1990, 1996
● Multi-time Olympian – Atlanta, 1996, Sydney, 2000
● Olympic Bronze medalist, Atlanta, 1996
● America’s Cup, afterguard crew – A3, Mighty Mary 1995
● Volvo Ocean Race, Skipper EF Language (year prior to race)
● Pre-Olympics , Gold, 1991, Europe Dinghy
● Consistently in top 5 in the World Champs ’89-’02 in Europe and 470 classes

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