Three WA sailors are preparing to compete against the world’s best at the 2026 ILCA 6 Youth World Championships in Aarhus, Denmark this August.

The campaign brings together Jasper Stay, Thomas Cooper and Hugh Healy in a coordinated international campaign under the guidance of WA ILCA coach Oliver Pabbruwe.

While the sailors each arrive with strong Australian results and growing international experience, the campaign is equally about investing in the coaching environment that supports long-term athlete development and performance outcomes.

Western Australia has a proud history of producing world-class sailors, but sustained success depends on more than talented athletes alone. It relies on experienced coaches being able to work with sailors in meaningful international environments, building knowledge, confidence and capability that flows back into the wider WA sailing community.

Supporting Oliver Pabbruwe’s involvement in the Denmark campaign is an investment not only in three individual sailors, but in the continued growth of high-quality youth coaching and athlete development within WA sailing.

Campaigns like Denmark ILCA6 Worlds help strengthen the experience, leadership and delivery capability required to continue developing future generations of competitive sailors in Western Australia.

Jasper Stay heads to Denmark as the current Australian ILCA 6 Under 19 National Champion. Thomas Cooper enters the ILCA 6 fleet after winning the Australian ILCA 4 National Championship, while Hugh Healy recently recorded an outstanding top-five finish at the national championships.

Funds raised through this campaign will primarily support the international coaching component of the Denmark Worlds campaign, helping ensure the sailors can compete within a strong, structured and professionally supported team environment.

The Denmark campaign reflects the value of strong coaching, collaboration and long-term athlete development within WA sailing.

All donations through the Australian Sports Foundation are tax deductible.