In this episode, Mike Buckley reflects on leading the U.S. SailGP Team at a moment when the league is evolving as quickly as the boats that define it. Our conversation traces the layered demands of a sport built around foiling technology, where control depends on reading data as fluently as wind and water, and where the space between balance and instability narrows to a thin, trembling line. Buckley walks through the constant process of refinement that shapes each race weekend, from the granular decisions made on the F50 to the long-view strategies that guide a team through an entire season.

We also step back to consider the shifting world around SailGP itself, a league that is drawing new audiences through unexpected cultural intersections. The presence of figures like DJ Khaled on the dock, cameras rolling and excitement rising, signals the way high-performance sailing is entering broader public view. Buckley reflects on how this growing visibility shapes the team’s identity, responsibility, and long-term goals, adding another layer to the work of leadership in a sport gaining momentum with every stop on the circuit.

Across our discussion, a consistent thread emerges: the discipline required to think faster than the conditions, to stay ahead of the curve in a system defined by speed, and to build a team capable of meeting a future that refuses to slow down. Whether you follow the league closely or are just discovering its pace, this episode offers a clear look at the demanding, innovative world in which the U.S. SailGP Team is charting its course.

In this episode of Sailing 360, we sit down with Nikki Barnes, an Olympian and officer in the United States Coast Guard who has built a career grounded in discipline, leadership, and service. From her standout collegiate career at the Coast Guard Academy to representing the United States at the Tokyo Olympics, Nikki has consistently competed at the highest level while committing herself to a life of purpose and responsibility.

Now launching a new Olympic campaign, she shares how her approach has evolved, what she learned from Tokyo, and how experience, mindset, and preparation shape the pursuit of a second Games. We discuss the balance between elite competition and military service, the tactical and psychological demands of international racing, and her role as a leader and mentor within the sport. Nikki also reflects on representation in sailing, environmental responsibility, resilience through challenge, and the values that continue to guide her path forward.

Whether you're an aspiring racer, a sailor navigating your own competitive journey, or simply interested in stories of drive and conviction, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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In this episode of Sailing 360, we sit down with one of the most recognizable names in offshore racing, Charlie Enright. A veteran of multiple Ocean Race campaigns and the first American skipper to win the event, Charlie has led world-class teams and built a career defined by performance, leadership, and purpose. He continues to passionately advocate for sustainability in sailing, using his platform to promote ocean health and environmental responsibility across the sport. Now stepping into his role as CEO of US Sailing, Charlie shares his journey from collegiate sailing at Brown University to the global racing stage, and lays out his vision for the future of sailing in the United States. Whether you're a racer, an Ocean Race fan, or simply love the water, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.