Becker-Dey, Courtenay (1965–)
Becker-Dey, Courtenay (1965–)
American sailor. Name variations: Courtenay Becker; Courtenay Becker Dey. Born Courtenay Becker, April 27, 1965, in Greenwich, Connecticut; grew up in Rye, NY; Eckerd College, BA, 1987; m. Jim Dey (pro windsurfer).
Ranked #1 on US Sailing Team (1989–94); won a gold medal at USYRU Singlehanded championships (1988); won a bronze medal for single handed dinghy (Europe) at Atlanta Olympics (1996); was navigator on America3, the 1st all-woman America's Cup Team (1995). Named Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year (1990).
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