Champions in Conversation – Laura Harding, Casey Imeneo
Join us at Mornington Yacht Club for a special panel discussion with two of Australian sailing’s leading women, Laura Harding and Casey Imeneo, as they share their experiences, achievements and journeys towards Olympic glory.
Event Description
Champions in Conversation
Join us for a special evening with Laura Harding and Casey Imeneo, two of Australian sailing’s finest and finalists for Australian Sailing’s Female Sailor of the Year Award 2026.
From the Puig Women’s America’s Cup to international Olympic-class competition, Laura and Casey will share their experiences at the highest levels of sailing, the challenges and opportunities along the way, and where their journeys are taking them next.
Laura Harding
Puig Women’s America’s Cup Helm
• 49erFX Olympic campaigner
• 2025 Victorian Female Sailor of the Year
• Port Helm for Team Australia at the inaugural Puig Women’s America’s Cup
Casey Imeneo
LA 2028 Olympic Campaigner
• 2023 VIS 2XU Coaches Award – Sailing
• Bronze medallist at French Olympic Week, Hyères
• Top-11 finish at Palma in 2026
The conversation will be facilitated by Larry Cargill, Coaching & Development Manager for the 29er International Class Association and an elite sailing coach with more than 20 years of experience.
Whether you’re a young sailor dreaming of where the sport could take you, a parent, coach, club sailor or simply interested in hearing from two exceptional athletes, this is an evening not to be missed.
Friday 25 September 2026
Arrive from: 4:30pm
Panel begins: 4:45pm
Venue: Mornington Yacht Club
Tickets: $10 per person
MYC Winter Camp sailors: FREE
Event Description
Champions in Conversation
Join us for a special evening with Laura Harding and Casey Imeneo, two of Australian sailing’s finest and finalists for Australian Sailing’s Female Sailor of the Year Award 2026.
From the Puig Women’s America’s Cup to international Olympic-class competition, Laura and Casey will share their experiences at the highest levels of sailing, the challenges and opportunities along the way, and where their journeys are taking them next.
Laura Harding
Puig Women’s America’s Cup Helm
• 49erFX Olympic campaigner
• 2025 Victorian Female Sailor of the Year
• Port Helm for Team Australia at the inaugural Puig Women’s America’s Cup
Casey Imeneo
LA 2028 Olympic Campaigner
• 2023 VIS 2XU Coaches Award – Sailing
• Bronze medallist at French Olympic Week, Hyères
• Top-11 finish at Palma in 2026
The conversation will be facilitated by Larry Cargill, Coaching & Development Manager for the 29er International Class Association and an elite sailing coach with more than 20 years of experience.
Whether you’re a young sailor dreaming of where the sport could take you, a parent, coach, club sailor or simply interested in hearing from two exceptional athletes, this is an evening not to be missed.
Friday 25 September 2026
Arrive from: 4:30pm
Panel begins: 4:45pm
Venue: Mornington Yacht Club
Tickets: $10 per person
MYC Winter Camp sailors: FREE
Friday 25 September 2026 4:45 PM - 5:00 PM (UTC+10)
Location
Mornington Yacht Club
1 Schnapper Point Dr, Mornington VIC 393, Mornington Yacht Club, mornington Victoria 3931
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