Isler, Jennifer (1963–)
Isler, Jennifer (1963–)
American yacht racer. Name variations: (nick-name) JJ Isler. Born Dec 1, 1963, in San Diego, CA; graduate of Yale University; m. Peter Isler (ESPN sportscaster).
Was 1st female captain of the varsity sailing team at Yale; won 470 World championship (1991); at Barcelona Olympics, with Pam Healy, won a bronze medal in 470 class (1992); crewed on America3, the 1st all-woman America's Cup Team (1995); with Pease Glaser, won a silver medal for double-handed dinghy (470) at Sydney Olympics (2000). Named Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year (1986, 1991).
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