Andrew Chisholm and Henry Simms are a young Canadian sailing team building toward the Olympic 49er class, with long-term ambitions for LA 2028 and beyond. Their campaign is rooted in proven youth results, complementary skill sets, and a disciplined approach to learning quickly in one of the most demanding boats in the sport.
This summer marks the first real test of the partnership. Brought together by mentor Andrew Wood, Andrew and Henry are using the season to trial the waters, measure how fast they can learn, and build the foundation for a serious high-performance program. Their immediate goal is to make the most of every training and coaching opportunity ahead of the Junior World Championships, where they are aiming to finish in the top 20% of the open fleet.
Andrew brings international foiling experience and a strong technical mindset to the team. A WASZP Junior World Champion and Canadian National Champion, he combines high-level racing with off-water strengths in analysis, communication, and performance storytelling. Henry, from Halifax, brings deep skiff and keelboat experience, strong athletic range, and a record of national and international results, including Canada Games Gold. Together, they are building a campaign defined by hard work, coachability, and a commitment to doing things the right way — on the water and off it.