Flying at 102 km/h: The High-Stakes World of SailGP Flight Controller Billy Gooderham

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! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sailgpcan?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Twitter (X): https://x.com/SailGPCAN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SAILGPCAN YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@canadasailgpteam