Deceased , Historic

Helen K.

Ingerson

1922 - 2012

A 1996 recipient of the Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy, Mrs. Ingerson was a competitor, a Senior Race Officer and Judge for US Sailing.

Sailing Accomplishments and Honors:

  • 1996 recipient, Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy, for her outstanding contribution to the sport of sailing
  • Commodore, Platinum Point Yacht Club, Punta Gorda, FL
  • She was a competitor, a Senior Race Officer and Judge for US Sailing,
  • nternational Sailing Federation Judge
  • Leader in the Great Lakes Yacht Racing Association.
  • Highly recognized as a pioneer for women in sailing, running racing clinics for women, and being at the forefront at the inception of women’s events such as the International Women’s Keelboat Championship, the Women’s Open and the Adams Cup at the national level

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