Brooke Thomson grew up sailing Sabots in Newport Beach, Calif. After attending Newport Harbor High School and sailing on the varsity team, Brooke continued her education at St. Mary's College of Maryland as an English major. Brooke was an active member of the St. Mary's varsity team. Brooke shares her passion for sailing in different ways such as regatta promotions, communications and coaching. Along with sailing, Brooke also enjoys movies, reading, writing, running, Pilates, and photography. Brooke is excited to be part of the first ever US SAILING Road Show.

Will Ricketson (Westford, Mass.) grew up sailing on Gardener's Bay near Long Island, N.Y. He competed throughout the Northeast as a junior sailor for the Shelter Island Yacht Club. Starting in the Optimist dinghy, he eventually moved into Lasers, 420s, FJs and Etchells. Will was Captain and President of the George Washington University sailing team, and competed in the MAISA conference for four years. Passionate about all things sailing, Will's interests range from maritime history, to community programs, to grand prix sailing. Will is a great fit for the 2011 US SAILING Road Show.