Lucy Nicandri

Lucy Nicandri is a prominent figure in Florida's powerboat racing community, known for her extensive involvement in event organisation and media relations. She has played a pivotal role in promoting and expanding the Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix, transforming it from a weekend race into a week-long festival featuring various community events. In addition to her work with Suncoast Charities for Children, Nicandri serves as the Media and Marketing Officer for Powerboat P1 USA. In this capacity, she manages media relations and marketing efforts for events such as the Keltec Thunder on Cocoa Beach, ensuring effective communication and promotion of the sport. Thunder on Cocoa Beach Nicandri's dedication to the sport and her community has earned her recognition, including the Sarasota Sunrise Rotary Club's first annual David R. Mills “Service Above Self” Award, highlighting her exceptional service to the Sarasota area.

Waterfest Returns to Englewood Beach

1 October 2025 by Lucy Nicandri

Powerboat racing returns to the Suncoast 9-12 October 2025 during the annual Englewood Beach Waterfest event.

This year Englewood will host the 2025 World Championship for the (APBA) American Powerboat Association and the UIM (Union Internationale Motonautique).

Monster Energy St. Petersburg Powerboat Grand Prix Returns

6 September 20255 September 2025 by Lucy Nicandri

Get ready for a weekend of high-octane thrills as the 5th Annual Monster Energy St.

Petersburg Powerboat P1 Grand Prix returns to the downtown waterfront and Pier District this weekend.