In this episode of Pursuing Polaris, host Tom Ramshaw sits down with Billy Gooderham, the flight controller for the NorthStar SailGP Team, to dive into the high-speed, high-stakes world of professional sailing. From hitting speeds of 102 km/h on foiling catamarans to mastering the new T-foils, Billy shares what it takes to control a boat that’s literally flying above the water.

But Billy’s journey to SailGP wasn’t typical—he dropped out of high school to chase his dream of becoming a professional sailor, working his way up from the bottom of the sailing world to become a key player in one of the sport’s most elite leagues. He also draws unexpected parallels between his time as a hockey goalie and his role as a flight controller, where one mistake can cost everything.

This episode covers:

✅ The insane speeds and technology behind SailGP

✅ The mental pressure of being the team’s flight controller

✅ How SailGP is changing sailing for fans and young athletes

✅ Billy’s advice for aspiring sailors looking to make a career in the sport

Whether you're a die-hard SailGP fan or just curious about the future of high-performance sailing, this episode is packed with insights, adrenaline, and inspiration.

🎧 Tune in now to hear Billy’s incredible story and what’s next for SailGP!

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