NorthStar · Canada
Canada SailGP Team enters as a new franchise in Season 3 with Phil Robertson as Driver, becoming the first Canadian team in SailGP history.
Won the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Christchurch, marking Canada's first-ever SailGP event victory in only their first season.
Hosted the ROCKWOOL Canada Sail Grand Prix in Halifax, attracting over 80,000 spectators and named 'Best Racecourse of the Season'.
Team rebranded as NorthStar SailGP Team under new ownership by Canadian biotech entrepreneur Dr Greg Bailey.
Two-time Olympic champion Giles Scott joins as Driver, bringing world-class expertise and championship-winning experience.
Won the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix, proving the team's championship credentials under new leadership.
Two-time Olympic gold medalist and former Emirates GBR Driver bringing championship pedigree to NorthStar.
Giles Scott MBE is one of the most accomplished sailors of his generation. A two-time Olympic gold medalist in the Finn class (Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020), Scott also played a pivotal role as tactician for Emirates Team New Zealand's America's Cup victories. After leading Emirates Great Britain in SailGP Season 4, Scott joined NorthStar as Driver for Season 5, bringing world-class tactical expertise and a winning mentality. His leadership has quickly elevated the Canadian team's performance, securing their second event victory at Los Angeles.
Veteran wing trimmer with extensive America's Cup and high-performance catamaran experience.
Paul Campbell-James is a highly experienced wing trimmer who has competed at the highest levels of professional sailing. With multiple America's Cup campaigns under his belt and years of high-performance catamaran racing, Campbell-James brings surgical precision to wing control on the F50. His ability to extract maximum power from the rigid wing sail while maintaining boat balance is critical to NorthStar's performance.
Canadian sailing talent controlling the F50's flight systems with precision and composure.
Billy Gooderham is a rising Canadian sailing star who has earned his place as Flight Controller on NorthStar. The Flight Controller role demands constant vigilance, managing the hydraulic systems that adjust foil rake and cant to maintain optimal flying height at speeds exceeding 50 knots. Gooderham's calm demeanor and precise inputs keep the F50 stable through aggressive maneuvers and changing conditions.
Olympic sailor and tactical mastermind providing race strategy and on-water decision making.
Annie Haeger is an accomplished American sailor who brings elite tactical expertise to NorthStar as Strategist. An Olympic campaigner with extensive match racing and fleet racing experience, Haeger excels at reading wind patterns, analyzing competitor movements, and making split-second decisions that shape race outcomes. Her strategic calls have been instrumental in NorthStar's competitive improvement.
Experienced grinder who joined NorthStar for 2026, bringing America's Cup pedigree.
Alex Sinclair joined the NorthStar Canada SailGP Team as a grinder for the 2026 season, moving across from Red Bull Italy. With a background in America's Cup and high-performance multihull racing, Sinclair delivers the hydraulic power that drives the F50's wing and foil systems, adding proven experience and depth to Giles Scott's crew.
Canadian grinder and Olympic campaigner bringing national pride and power to NorthStar.
Tom Ramshaw is a Canadian sailing athlete who represents his nation with pride on the NorthStar SailGP Team. With Olympic campaign experience and a background in high-performance sailing, Ramshaw brings both technical knowledge and raw grinding power to the team. His dedication to Canadian sailing development makes him a role model for aspiring athletes.
Canadian grinder with exceptional endurance and commitment to the team's success.
Tim Hornsby brings exceptional cardiovascular fitness and mental toughness to his role as Grinder on NorthStar. His ability to maintain power output throughout long races and recover quickly between events makes him a crucial member of the grinding rotation.
Experienced sailor and grinder bringing years of professional racing expertise.
Joe Glanfield is a seasoned professional sailor who joins NorthStar with extensive high-performance racing experience. His technical understanding of sailing systems combined with grinding power makes him a valuable asset to the team.
Powerful grinder with exceptional strength and dedication to peak performance.
Bleddyn Mon brings raw power and athletic excellence to his grinding role on NorthStar. His dedication to physical conditioning and ability to perform under pressure makes him a reliable source of hydraulic power during critical race moments.
Canadian female athlete breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation of sailors.
Georgia Lewin-LaFrance is a trailblazing Canadian athlete who has earned her place on NorthStar through the SailGP Women's Pathway Program. As one of the female athletes competing in SailGP, she demonstrates that elite sailing has no gender boundaries. Her determination and grinding power inspire young Canadian women to pursue high-performance sailing.