National Sailing Hall of Fame honors inductees

NEWPORT, Rhode Island—The National Sailing Hall of Fame held its 10th annual induction in a virtual format, Sept. 12. Nine sailors were honored as part of the festivities. Those honored at the virtual induction were Henry “Hoyle” and Diane Schweitzer (California), Robert B. Haines, Jr. (California), James E. Buttersworth (London), Gordon “Sandy” Douglass (New Jersey), William K. Mattison (West Virginia), David B. Perry (Connecticut), John P. Rousmaniere (Kentucky) and Briggs S. Cunningham, Jr. (Florida). Buttersworth and Cunningham were both honored posthumously; Cunningham was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award. “While Covid-19 prevented everyone from gathering in person, the virtual platform allowed friends, family and a host of Hall of Famers and VIPs to join from across the country – and the world,” National Sailing Hall of Fame staff said in a published statement. National Sailing Hall of Fame President Gus Carlson said the nine inductees represent a wide range of accomplishments in the sailing world. “These sailors reflect the breadth of sailing in our country, embody the commitment to excellence that few possess and provide inspiration for generations of sailors to come. Their achievements span three categories – sailing, technical and contributor – and encompass a broad spectrum of accomplishments, from historic accounts to iconic paintings,...