Amelie Ballantyne awarded the prestigious Starcross Yacht Club George Eaton Junior Shield
by Peter Solly 25 May 06:08 UTC
16 May 2025
Amelie Ballantyne awarded the Starcross YC George Eaton Junior Shield by Catrin Williams © N Ballantyne
Awarded to the sailor who has shown the greatest achievements outside of the club, the George Eaton Junior shield has this year been awarded to Amelie Ballantyne.
Amelie's sailing has progressed hugely in the last year, including highlights of being selected for the Topper RTG, coming 1st Girl in the South West ITCA Traveller Series, and coming 2nd Girl at the Eric Twiname regatta at Rutland.
As well as representing SYC at regional and national sailing events, Amilie is a prominent ambassador for sustainability and female sailors. This has been recognised by her being named as a Team Rider for Rooster and Optimum Time, and sponsored by GOAT Marine and Allen Brothers.
She is also an All at Sea columnist, a Clean Sailors ambassador and has led SYC's recent efforts on recycling of old sails.
This is a very well deserved win, and recognises all of the hard work and effort Amelie has put into her sailing over the last year.
The Shield was presented by Catrin Williams, British Sailing Squad sailor.