Kamps Highlights SAISA Postseason Awards

RALEIGH, NC (MAY 2, 2025): The South Atlantic Intercollegiate Sailing Association (SAISA) Conference student-athlete and leadership superlatives recognize consistent, outstanding performance and contributions to the conference and sport of College Sailing by members of the conference. Managed by a volunteer committee, nominations have been accepted throughout the spring and reviewed for these individual awards covering the two seasons in review (Fall 24/Spring 25). The awards include first and second team All-SAISA Open (coed) Skippers; Women's Skippers; and Crew, as well as Sailors of the Year in each category; Rookies of the Year; Coach of the Year; Outstanding Sportsmanship Award; and Student Leader of the Year.

Among this year's honorees are a number of Rollins Tars. Highlighting the list is senior Hilton Kamps, who earned the Outstanding Sportsmanship award. Hilton Kamps stands out for his sportsmanship and the example he sets in both actions and words. Hilton treats competitors and teammates with respect, and consistently encourages fair, positive and kind interactions in competition. He is often the first to offer a word of support after a tough race, whether to a teammate or opponent, and just as quick to congratulate others on their success. He's respected for the level of competition and focus he brings on the water, but for how he carries himself while doing so—with integrity, humility, and Corinthian values. Hilton's friendly, outgoing nature helps foster a positive atmosphere across the SAISA conference. He builds connections with sailors from other teams, encourages his teammates to do the same, and helps reinforce a culture of mutual respect and camaraderie. His friendly presence keeps his team grounded in tough moments, and he takes an active role in raising the overall level of sailing by sharing knowledge and supporting others without ego. Hilton leads by example, consistently doing the hard, often unseen work to support his team and the conference as a whole, never seeking recognition in return.

Shay Bridge earned a spot on Women's second team All-SAISA, and was also named the Women's Skipper Rookie of the Year. The Osterville, Massachusetts native was a key piece for head coach Esteban Forrer's fleet this season, and a big reason why the Tars earned a bid to the National Championship in May.

Jane McKenzie earned a spot on All-SAISA crew, and Isabel Brenner was a finalist for Women's Crew Rookie of the Year. 

Other Award Winners:
Open (coed) Skipper of the Year: Noah Zittrer, College of Charleston
Women's Skipper of the Year: Emily Allen, Jacksonville University
Open & Women's Crew of the Year: Clara Murphy, College of Charleston (recipient of both awards)
Coach of the Year: Kirsten Delany, Palm Beach Atlantic University
Student Leader of the Year: Nilah Miller, Clemson University

Open Skipper, First Team All-SAISA:
Owen Bannasch, Jacksonville Univ.
Aidan Dennis, Univ. of Miami
Benjamin Dufor, College of Charleston
Peter Foley, Florida State Univ.
Patrick Igoe, Jacksonville Univ.
Atlee Kohl, Univ. of Miami *
Jordan Vieira, Eckerd College
Noah Zittrer, College of Charleston *

Open Skipper, Second Team All-SAISA
Kay Brunsvold, Univ. of South Florida
Kevin Gosselin, NC State Univ.
Zach Schemel, Univ. of South Florida
Axel Stordahl, College of Charleston

Women's Skipper, First Team All-SAISA
Emily Alfortish, College of Charleston
Emily Allen, Jacksonville Univ. *
Kay Brunsvold, Univ. of South Florida *
Fredrikke Foss, College of Charleston
Kaitlyn Liebel, Jacksonville Univ.
Bella Shakespeare, College of Charleston
Emma Tallman, College of Charleston *
Kalea Woodard, Univ. of South Florida

Women's Skipper, Second Team All-SAISA
Shay Bridge, Rollins College
Fiona Froelich, Jacksonville Univ.
Nilah Miller, Clemson Univ.
Kailey Warrior, Univ. of South Florida

Crew, All-SAISA
Reagan Carris, Jacksonville University *
Niah Ford, Florida State University
Garrett Grenauer, College of Charleston
Avery Guck, Eckerd College
Madisen Hamai, Univ. of South Florida
Alana Hantz, The Citadel
Avery Harris, Florida State University
Sean Harris, NC State University
Sam Heighway, Clemson University
Shea Hoffacker, NC State University
Briana Hummel, University of Miami
Aidan Iaconis, College of Charleston *
Melissa Janes, Univ. of South Florida
Jane McKenzie, Rollins College
Andrea Melnik, College of Charleston *
Clara Murphy, College of Charleston *
Kayla Putzke, Jacksonville University
Ana Stewart, University of Miami
Ella Wisely, Jacksonville University
Kalea Woodard, Univ. of South Florida

Rookies of the Year
Open Skipper: Jordan Viera, Eckerd College
Women's Skipper: Shay Bridge, Rollins College
Open Crew: Avery Guck, Eckerd College
Women's Crew: Ruth Bergman, Univ. of South Florida

About The South Atlantic Intercollegiate Sailing Association (SAISA) Conference: With more than 30 colleges and universities competing in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee, the SAISA Conference is the best place in College Sailing to call home. SAISA is the official sponsor of all college sailing competitions in the region and provides organizing authority for conference championships. SAISA also aims to support student-athletes and college sailing programs through strong advocacy within ICSA, as well as development opportunities and resources at the conference level. SAISA is committed to good sportsmanship, seeking to build and maintain a conference culture that is competitive, inclusive, authentic, supportive, and Corinthian. SAISA is a volunteer-run organization.