Vessel 1, with two persons on board, approached Vessel 2 to allow the Occupant aboard Vessel 1 to board Vessel 2.  Vessel 2 was anchored at this time.  Vessel 1 was travelling at a high rate of speed and, as the Operator of Vessel 1 approached Vessel 2, he let go of the throttle resulting in a loss of maneuverability.  Vessel 1 subsequently struck the starboard side of Vessel 2 near the midsection gunwale with the bow of Vessel 1, causing a puncture in Vessel 2.  Vessel 1 then turned slightly to port as it bounced back from striking Vessel 2 and re-struck Vessel 2 on the starboard side causing some scratching on the rub rail and damage to a boat cover fastener.  No damages were reported on Vessel 1.  A sobriety test was performed on the Operator of Vessel 1 by responding Watercraft Officers and the Operator of Vessel 1 was found to NOT be under the influence of alcohol.
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