Our Mission

The Aggie Sailing Club is dedicated to promoting the sport of sailing and fostering a welcoming community of sailors. We believe that sailing is more than just a sport—it's a way of life that teaches valuable skills, builds character, and creates lasting friendships.

Our mission is to make sailing accessible to everyone, regardless of experience level. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced racer, we provide the resources, training, and support you need to enjoy the thrill of sailing.

50+ Active Members
25 Years of History
12 Boats in Fleet
Sailing mission

Our History

1970s

Club Founded

The Aggie Sailing Club was established by a group of passionate students who wanted to share their love of sailing with the university community. The initial facility was at Lake Somerville (28 miles from College Station).

1971

First Fleet Purchase

We acquired our first fleet of boats, making sailing accessible to more students!

2010

Clubhouse Construction

We moved to Lake Bryan, our current home. A dedicated clubhouse was built, providing a central location for meetings, training, and social events.

2015

Racing Program Launch

We competed in our first nationals in 2015.

2021

Fleet Expansion

Replaced entire fleet of 420s, purchasing a slightly used fleet from a northeast university.

2022

Creation of Club Team

A second team was created for those new to sailing to learn the basics making the club more accessible to all.

2026

45th Anniversary

Celebrating 45 years of sailing excellence and community building at Texas A&M University.

Leadership Team

Drew Gourley - President

Drew Gourley

President

Drew leads our club with passion and dedication, overseeing all club operations and representing our sailing community.

Jack Riley - Captain

Jack Riley

Captain

Jack serves as our club captain, coordinating sailing activities and ensuring smooth operations on and off the water.

Korbin Bendele - Practice Captain

Korbin Bendele

Practice Captain

Korbin organizes and leads our practice sessions, helping members improve their sailing skills and techniques.

Sydney Krahulik - Treasurer

Sydney Krahulik

Treasurer

Sydney manages our club finances, membership dues, and ensures responsible stewardship of our resources.

Charlotte Heaney - Social Chair

Charlotte Heaney

Social Chair

Charlotte plans our social events and gatherings, helping members connect and build lasting friendships beyond the water.

Elizabeth Rittenour - Fundraising Chair

Elizabeth Rittenour

Fundraising Chair

Elizabeth leads our fundraising efforts, securing resources to support club activities and equipment needs.

Jeffrey Souto - Equipment Manager

Jeffrey Souto

Equipment Manager

Jeffrey maintains our fleet, keeping our boats and gear race-ready for every practice and regatta.

Ben Ratterree - Facilities Manager

Ben Ratterree

Facilities Manager

Ben oversees our clubhouse and facilities at Lake Bryan, keeping everything running smoothly for practices and events.

Join Our Community

Ready to experience the thrill of sailing? Join the Aggie Sailing Club and become part of our vibrant community of sailors.