(ITCA NT2 – October 27, 2025)
Beaver Sailing Club was proud to host the North Topper Open (ITCA NT2) event this weekend, welcoming young sailors from across the region for a fantastic day of racing. Despite the cold and testing conditions, spirits remained high both on and off the water.
A special mention goes to Beaver’s own Oliver Simpson, who took part in his first ever Topper event, facing a competitive 14-strong fleet packed with experienced national squad sailors. Oliver showed great determination and perseverance throughout the day – well done!
Behind the scenes, an incredible team of volunteers made the day possible. Huge thanks to Anne & David Nicklin and family, John & Rachael Simpson, Richard Hanby and girls, and our Heron Champs Pete Fletcher and Rosie, who joined the rescue and support crews out on the water in bitterly cold conditions. Your efforts were recognised and praised by all our visiting sailors and their families.
Thanks also to Hartley Boats for their continued support of junior sailing at Beaver.
With fantastic feedback from competitors and parents alike, Beaver Sailing Club has once again shown it can host top-tier regional racing events — and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back again next year!
Results:
🥇 1st – Benjamin Smallwood (Budworth SC)
🥈 2nd – Simeon Shackleton (Otley SC)
🥉 3rd – Oscar Manning (Ripon SC)
🏅 Best Beaver Sailor – Oliver Simpson (14th overall)
Photo Highlights from the North Topper Open ITCA NT2 2025
Relive all the action on and off the water with our event photo highlights of the North Topper Open ITCA NT2 at Beaver Sailing Club.
