Surf (Coed) | 10/30/2024 11:37:00 AM
The Dons Surf Team completed their second event at the Scholastic Surf Series Division 3 competition on October 26 at Avalanche, Ocean Beach, with athletes showing great promise and growth from the first competition. While San Marcos ultimately claimed victory over Cathedral Catholic with an 82 to 48 score, several Dons athletes stood out with impressive individual performances that highlighted the team's potential.
The competition day began with dense fog that lingered through the early heats, posing visibility challenges for the surfers. Conditions gradually cleared as the sun broke through, although patches of fog persisted intermittently. The waves started strong with larger close-outs, gradually softening as the day progressed and allowing for more open-faced waves that gave surfers a better chance to showcase their technique.
Leading the charge for Cathedral Catholic, senior
Luna Smith '25Â delivered an outstanding performance, securing 1st place in Women's Longboard and 4th in Women's Shortboard. Sophomore
Liam Koett '27Â held his own in a competitive field, earning 3rd place in Men's Longboard. Additionally,
Cole McComic '27 finished 5th in Co-ed Bodyboard.
Division 3 Individual Results Highlights for Cathedral Catholic:
Coach Ragusa and Coach Murphy praised the team's performance, noting the strong showing from returning surfers and the promise of the team's younger athletes. "Our first competition revealed the depth of talent and potential on this team. As our surfers gain more experience in competition-style surfing, their scores will only improve," Coach said.
With a mix of seasoned athletes and emerging talent, the Dons are looking to continue building momentum and refining their skills for future competitions. Roll Dons!
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