VIDEO: Team SCA training for Volvo Ocean Race

Two years ago SCA announced it would enter a boat into the 2014 Volvo Ocean Race. They then took another bold move when they decided to enter the race with an all-female team. It’s not the first all-female crew in the history of the race, but this is the first time an all-female team will receive the same support as their male competition – from start to finish.

Why an all-female team? Globally, about 80 percent of the retail products SCA makes are purchased by women. This gives SCA a natural interest in the role of women in the hygiene of millions of families around the world. By entering this team in the Volvo Ocean Race, SCA is highlighting the strength of women in society and the ability of women to take on new challenges – be they at home or at sea.

With nine months to go to the start, Team SCA is in full training mode – both physical and sailing – at their training camp in Lanzarote, Canary Islands.