MORNINGTON sailing athlete Sophie Jackson is set to compete in the World Championships in Japan this August as she works towards Olympic qualification. Jackson began her sailing journey at six years old thanks to her father and grandfather’s long-term involvement with Mornington Yacht Club. Now, Jackson is a 470 Australian National Champion, a 470 Oceania Champion, and is working her way towards being an Olympic athlete. “For me, being a sailing athlete hits all of my values,” said Jackson. “Being outdoors, adventure, challenge, and also health and fitness, and it kind of brings all those together and I get to…
Friday, June 5
