The Saint Lucia Yacht Club (SLYC), the island’s longest-running active sporting institution with over six decades of maritime heritage, has undergone a significant leadership transition following its Annual General Meeting on January 25. Josh De Freitas, previously serving as secretary, has been elected as the new Commodore, succeeding Peter Lang who held the position since 2018.
The organizational restructuring extends throughout the executive team, with Timothy Moffat retaining his role as vice-commodore while other key positions see fresh appointments. Fredric Sweeney, an accomplished sailor and coaching professional, assumes the responsibilities of rear commodore. The financial stewardship transitions to Joel Wallace as treasurer, while Zandra Perreira steps into the secretary role previously occupied by De Freitas.
In official communications, De Freitas expressed profound gratitude to outgoing leader Lang, acknowledging his transformative tenure that substantially strengthened the club’s operational framework, expanded membership base, and enhanced its standing within Saint Lucia’s sailing community. The transition statement highlighted Lang’s ‘dedicated service, leadership, and significant contributions to the club’s success.’
The SLYC continues to serve as a hub for maritime activities, offering regular squash training and competitions alongside weekly sailing instruction at its Rodney Bay facility. The club maintains its competitive calendar with the annual November Mango Bowl Regatta and participates in regional sailing events including Martinique’s Schoelcher Nautical Week.