Tipperary's young sailors are on the crest of a wave with national sailing wins

Nine sailors from Lough Derg Yacht Club picked up multiple prizes at the recent Optimist Irish Nationals Championships at the Royal St George Yacht, Dublin, making LDYC one of the most successful clubs at the prestigious event.

Pictured with their prizes are: Aoife McElligot, Caolan Pepper, Clara McElligot, Emily Donagh, Gemma Brady, Grace Keating, Lily Donagh, Maeve Donagh and Senan Rowan.

LDYC offers adult sailing classes throughout the year and junior lesson during the summer; see ldyc.ie for details