Paul Coleman (sailor)
# Paul Coleman (sailor)

Paul J. Coleman is an American competitive sailor.

## Early life

Coleman grew up in Larchmont, New York, close to Horseshoe Harbor and was from a young age interested in sailing.

He and his twin Paul both studied at New York Maritime College. They competed in the 1976 470 Olympic trials, and then, with their brother Gerard, in the Soling.

## Sailing career

Coleman has competed in many world class events such as the J/24, Soling and Etchells classes. With his brother Paul he took a gold in the Mallory Cup in the North American Men's Sailing Championship in 1983.

