Vici
TEAM VICI DETAILS
Vici is a Sabre 402, 40 feet, 29 years old, with a PERF rating of 84 and belongs to the Atlantic Highlands Yacht Club.
Paula Del Coro has been sailing since 1983 and has participated in almost all of the Ms. Race Regattas.
Fun Facts:
Paula provides Ms. Race shirts to Vici’s crew. Motivational slogans/images on the shirts have included:
- Got Wind? With a nautical Betty Boop,
- Jersey Girls Don’t Pump Gas with a speeding sailboat with a pink bottom,
- Must. Go. Faster! with Jurassic Park dinosaur chasing a sailboat
- Without Fear
- Veni Vidi Vici with Rosie the Riveter
Crew Biographies
Fantastic — we’ve got a solid crew lineup here, and now it’s time to dial up the excitement!
IT’S VICI ON THE MOVE!
Welcome, sailing fans, to another thrilling installment of the Ms. Race – and all eyes are on Team Vici, skippered by none other than the legendary Paula Del Coro. This isn’t just a crew – it’s a finely tuned machine, and they’ve come to race!
Paula Del Coro – Captain, Helm Heroine
At the helm, we’ve got the unstoppable Paula Del Coro, former Commodore and a 20-year veteran of this regatta. She’s not just steering the boat – she’s setting the tone, the tempo, and probably the t-shirt design too. Nine years running as captain of Vici, and still going strong. And folks, after she crosses the finish line, she’s crossing another one – tying the knot with her fiancé Scott Watson this October! But today, it's all about the race—and trust us, she's here to win.
Emily Smith – Tactician, Navigator Extraordinaire
Plotting the course with surgical precision is Emily Smith, a tactical wizard who’s practically part of the regatta’s DNA. She’s a former boat captain, a past Ms. Race champ (2014 shoutout!), and now Paula’s right hand on strategy. If there’s a smarter way to slice the wind, Emily’s calling it.
Lisa King – Grinder / Trimmer, Harbor Hustler
From the bustling waters of the Hudson to the steady breeze of the Atlantic Highlands, Lisa King has found her groove aboard Vici. This marks her third Ms. Race on the team, and she’s grinding with gusto. Watch her on the winches—she brings both muscle and momentum.
Liz Niederberger – Grinder / Trimmer, Midweek Maverick
Seven-year veteran on Vici, and a fixture on the Wednesday night race circuit, Liz Niederberger knows these waters like the back of her sailing gloves. She’s all about trimming, tactics, and taking in the shoreline – but don’t let the smile fool you. She’s here to compete.
Katie Saladucha – Grinder / Trimmer, Style & Selfies Specialist
Second-year sailor on Vici and a key member of the fashion-forward trimming team, Katie Saladucha brings flair to the foredeck and selfies to the stern. A creative force behind the team's shirt designs, she proves that high fashion and high winds can mix.
Robin Zager – Main Trimmer, First-Time Flyer
Coming back, after years away—We welcome back Robin Zager. She has years of sailing experience under her belt. Now she’s got her hands on the mainsail, and she’s locking in with laser focus. First time on Vici, but she’s trimming like she was born for it.
Karen Dalton – Foredeck, Comeback Queen
Retired from her nursing career but far from slowing down, Karen Dalton is back for her third tour aboard Vici. With her eyes on the halyards and her heart in the race, she’s bringing poise, power, and a lifetime of cool under pressure to the foredeck.
Bev Gross – Foredeck, Veteran with Heart
A familiar face on the Vici bow, Bev Gross is here once again to race hard and soak it all in. When she’s not wrangling sails, she’s wrangling grandkids or helping students at Brookdale. But today, it’s full steam ahead on the water. Count on her for that calm-in-the-storm energy.
Vicki Thompson – Foredeck, Summer All-Star
Fourth Ms. Race on Vici? You bet. Vicki Thompson lives and breathes the water—sailing, kayaking, swimming—and today she’s in her element. Off the racecourse, she’s organizing Special Olympics sailing events. Onboard, she’s making every tack and jibe count.
Final Word
With this powerhouse crew, Team Vici isn’t just racing—they’re putting on a nautical masterclass. Veteran savvy, fresh energy, and a shared love of sailing... it’s all here. Will they cross the finish first? That’s up to the wind gods—and a little help from Paula and her storm squad.
Stay tuned, race fans. This one’s going to be a splash hit.