Greg Fisher, one of the most accomplished competitors in U.S. sailing history, was content with his career as a sailmaker at North Sails One Design in Annapolis, Md., and in mid-life, could have coasted comfortably into his golden years. But when the job as director of sailing for the College of Charleston opened up, he jumped at the chance.

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