ROADFORD Lake is hosting the U21s European Sailing challenge on 25-27 July as part of the 17th annual Atlantic Watersports Games. Nearly a hundred sailing enthusiasts will compete on the popular lake from across the Atlantic area; teams will arrive from Wales, France, Spain and Portugal.
The annual U21 sporting championship event gathers together the best regional teams from across the Atlantic area. Athletes take part in a weeklong event competing in sailing, kayaking, surfing, rowing, kite surfing and a newly added competitive sport for this year – surf life saving. It also gives the opportunity for everyone to try some of these exciting sports as there is a range of 'taster sessions' available for the public.
Organised by the International Committee of the Interceltic Watergames the Atlantic Watersports Games is a competition that continues to grow.