Makani Andrews

Makani Andrews sails with a calm that stands out, even in a class defined by intensity. From Kāneʻohe, Hawaiʻi, Andrews is still a teenager, but he approaches iQFOiL with a level of composure, self-awareness, and professionalism that belies his age.

Raised in ocean sports, he developed an intuitive relationship with wind and water long before Olympic pathways came into focus. That fluency now underpins his racing style: adaptable, inquisitive and unafraid of difficult conditions. As he transitions into the senior men’s fleet, Andrews has met the step up with curiosity rather than caution.

His first Men’s World Championship was a clear inflection point. Entering without expectations, Andrews sailed freely, absorbed the scale and pressure of a full senior fleet and left with confirmation that he belongs at this level. He identifies mentality as a primary strength, approaching events without fear, staying open to learning and allowing performance to build naturally.

Inside his training group, Andrews thrives in a competitive but supportive environment. Every session is treated as a race, sharpening execution and consistency. Just as important, he has learned the value of balance. Planned breaks, time at home and stepping away from the circuit are essential tools he now understands allow him to return sharper and more resilient.

Results are beginning to reflect that approach. Qualification for major continental events and steady international progress signal a campaign gaining traction. Andrews is now focused on converting strong moments into consistency, building physical strength for heavier conditions and raising his expectations of himself.

Year one in the senior fleet was about learning how to live as a professional athlete. That phase is passing. Calm, disciplined and increasingly assertive, Makani Andrews is no longer testing the waters…he is establishing himself as one of the next generation, shaping the iQFOiL class.