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Event # 2 California St., Ventura
Event # 3 Pismo Beach Pier
Event # 4 Ponto South Carlsbad
Event #5 Oceanside Harbor, North Jetty, February 10, 2008
Event # 7 9th Street Huntington Beach
Event# 8 Salt Creek, Dana Point
Results - WSA Hobie Championship Tour Hoppy Swarts Memorial West Coast Championships
Church Beach, San Onofre, May 10 & 11, 2008
Flat surf, May gray and the evil south wind on Friday, gave way to morning calm, building south swell and a mid-morning burn off, producing epic conditions for the Western Surfing Association (WSA)/Hobie Hoppy Swarts Memorial West Coast Surfing Championships at Church Beach, San Onofre last weekend! What a championship we had! A record 245 surfers surfed the minimum five regular season events to qualify for the West Coast Championships and nearly all of them participated despite  conflicts with Mother’s Day, Proms and three other major surf contest the same weekend.
WSA Jr. Men’s Longboard stand-out, Scott Brandenburg, survived a car crash in route to the contest when the front wheel came off of his truck leaving the vehicle on it’s side on the highway. Scott was shaken, but the wheels didn’t come off in his surfing as he managed to make his heat in time and advance to the semi-finals that ended just 45 minutes before his prom date was expecting him for pictures in San Clemente. He came back Sunday after a late night and took the win in the Boys Longboard 14 -17 division and secured a coveted slot in the upcoming SIMA Surfing America US Championships presented by Pac Sun (US Championships) August 19 – 24 at the Huntington Beach Pier.
Another stand out was WSA iron man, Terry Gillard, who qualified to surf in four divisions: Open Men’s Shortboard, Open Men’s Longboard, Senior Men’s Shortboard 40 – 49 and Senior Men’s Longboard 30+. After a grueling two days of multiple heats he ended up taking the win in Senior Men’s Longboard, 2nd in Open Men’s Longboard, 3rd in Senior Men’s Shortboard and the Season Champion Trophy in Senior Men’s Longboard and Open Men’s Longboard. He will also be representing the WSA at the US Championships.
Oceanside’s Heather Jordan swept 1st in every heat on her way to 1st place in the Girl’s 16 – 17 Shortboard division. She too,  scored an invite to the US Championships. Anneke Barrie had an inconsistent regular season in Girls 13 – 17 Longboard this year, but she turned on the turbos to power her way to 1st place in the West Coast Championships.
This year WSA reached out to AccesSurf Hawaii to host a division for challenged athletes. Eight surfers overcoming physical challenges ranging from quadriplegia to Muscular Dystrophy competed in two exhibition heats and a final heat. These talented surfers were truly inspirational to the hordes of spectators on the beach. Former Pro Surfer, Jesse Billauer, who became a quadriplegic after a surfing accident in 1996, was absolutely amazing as he dropped into a set right and drove it all the way down the line. Ryan Levinson, who is battling the degeneration of his muscles due to Muscular Dystrophy, was beaming after coming in from his final heat. “It was so great to be able to go out and compete again”, said Levinson. “I haven’t competed since college and it was so great to be able to go out and surf a great wave by ourselves and not have people looking at me like I’m a barney!” Ryan has no outward appearance of his condition and when surfing it is a struggle for him to get to his feet and maintain his balance. He got to his feet just fine in the final and ripped a wave to an impressive 8-point (out of 10) score, which earned him 2nd place.
A fun, family, party atmosphere prevailed during the event with the TransWorld Surf crew keeping the groms constantly amused with endless beach games, give-a-ways and contests. Nalu’s Island Grill provided an amazing endless buffet of their delicious “Island Style” grinds to everyone on the beach both days. Pipe’s Café provided pancakes, coffee and orange juice for everyone both mornings with TransWorld’s Nate Feliz expertly manning the griddle. A continuous raffle of great prizes donated by Ocean Minded, Betty Belts, iMainGo Portable iPod Speakers, Trunq Surf Accessories and Drew Brophy, had no one leaving home empty handed.
Thanks to all the WSA surfers that competed this season and our generous sponsors. We look forward to our 2008/2009 Season kicking off on August 10 at Trail 6 San Onofre. Go to www.SurfWSA.org and add your name to our email list to be kept up to date on all the latest WSA events and news.
Here are the results and season champions:
ACCESSURF HAWAII CHALLENGED ATHLETE DIVISON
1. Amy Bronn, San Diego
2. Ryan Levinson, San Diego
3. Freddy Carrillo, Laguna Hills
4. Rodney Roller, San Luis Obispo
BOYS' LONGBOARD 13 & UNDER
1. Trevor Robbins, Malibu
2. Dane Petersen, Trabuco Canyon
3. Ashton Malkin, Agoura Hills
4. Jesse Hinkle, Northridge
Season Champion – Trevor Robbins
BOYS' LONGBOARD 14 - 17
1. Scott Brandenberg, San Clemente
2. Trevor Robbins, Malibu
3. Cody Ulrich, San Clemente
4. Eli Gillis, San Clemente
Season Champion – Cody Ulrich
BOYS' SHORTBOARD 12 & 13
1. Trevor Thornton, San Clemente
2. Scott Weinhardt, Dana Point
3. Brooks Bushman, Vista
4. Jake Kelley, Newbury Park
Season Champion – Trevor Thornton
BOYS' SHORTBOARD 14 & 15
1. Christian Arballo, Oceanside
2. Tyler Packham, Los Angeles
3. Jonathan Koechlin, Fountain Valley
4. Shaw Kobayashi, San Clemente
Season Champion – Christian Arballo
BOYS' SHORTBOARD 16 & 17
1. Christian Arballo, Oceanside
2. Caden Kerr, Oceanside
3. David Slay, Manhattan Beach
4. Matt Grote, Manhattan Beach
Season Champion – Hunter Smith
GIRLS' LONGBOARD 13 - 17
1. Anneke Barrie, San Clemente
2. Marissa Graham, Bonsall
3. Michelle Bautista Layton, San Diego
4. Tory Gilkerson, San Clemente
Season Champion – Marissa Graham
GIRLS' SHORTBOARD 13 - 15
1. Shelby Detmers, Costa Mesa
2. Taylor Garrett, San Clemente
3. Chelsea Byland, San Clemente
4. Madi Swayne, San Clemente
Season Champion – Shelby Detmers
GIRL'S SHORTBOARD 16 & 17
1. Heather Jordan, Oceanside
2. Chelsea Byland, San Clemente
3. Shelby Detmers, Costa Mesa
4. Torey Tschudin, Long Beach
Season Champion – Mackenzie Kessler
GRANDMASTERS' SHORTBOARD 50 AND OVER
1. John Silver, Carlsbad
2. Patrick Schlick, La Mirada
3. Rick Fignetti, Huntington Beach
4. Dave Shaughnessy, Carlsbad
Season Champion – John Silver
JUNIOR WOMEN'S SHORTBOARD 18 - 29
1. Morgan Gore, Moraga
2. Jessica Silver, Carlsbad
3. Heather Carrick, Anahiem
4. Sheila Huber, Huntington Beach
Season Champion – Morgan Gore
MASTERS' SHORTBOARD 30 - 39
1. Brady Martin, Ladera Ranch
2. Roger Heath, San Clemente
3. Kelly O'Connell, San Clemente
4. Adam Newsom, Long Beach
Season Champion – Brady Martin
MEN'S SHORTBOARD 18 - 29
1. Gibran Garcia, San Diego
2. Zach Newsom, La Mesa
3. Sean Johnson, Canyon Country
4. Justin Pierson, Rancho Santa Fe
Season Champion - Zach Newsom
MICRO GROM BOYS'/GIRLS' SB/LB 8 & UNDER
1. Tyler Gunter, Newport Beach
2. Sam Wickwire, Seal Beach
3. Diego Quinonez, Huntington Beach
4. Meah Collins, Costa Mesa
Season Champion – Tyler Gunter
OPEN MEN'S LONGBOARD - ALL AGES
1. Josh Rapozo, Laguna Niguel
2. Terry Gillard, Imperial Beach
3. Shawn Parkin, Mission Viejo
4. Kevin McNicol, Moorpark
Season Champion – Terry Gillard
OPEN MEN'S SHORTBOARD - ALL AGES
1. Gibran Garcia, San Diego
2. Sean Johnson, Canyon Country
3. Jose Velazquez Garcia, San Diego
4. David Daly, Carlsbad
Season Champion – Jose Velazquez Garcia
OPEN WOMEN'S LONGBOARD - ALL AGES
1. Marissa Graham, Bonsall
2. Blythe Bejan, Long Beach
3. Michelle Bautista Layton, San Diego
4. Lyn Burich, Goleta
Season Champion - Blythe Bejan
OPEN WOMEN'S SHORTBOARD - ALL AGES
1. Chelsea Byland, San Clemente
2. Mackenzie Kessler, San Anselmo
3. Madi Swayne, San Clemente
4. Dresden Rowlett, Carlsbad
Season Champion – Chelsea Byland
SENIOR MEN'S SHORTBOARD 40 - 49
1. Witt Rowlett, Carlsbad
2. Glen Tilly, Capistrano Beach
3. Terry Gillard, Imperial Beach
4. Masaki Kobayashi, San Clemente
Season Champion – Witt Rowlett
SENIOR MEN'S LONGBOARD 30 & OLDER
1. Terry Gillard, Imperial Beach
2. Gabriel Fimbres, El Segundo
3. Kelly O'Connell, San Clemente
4. Robert Stirrat, Huntington Beach
Season Champion – Terry Gillard
SUPER GROM BOYS' SHORTBOARD 11 & UNDER
1. Kyle Crompton, San Diego
2. Brooks Bushman, Vista
3. Tai Stratton, Capistrano Beach
4. John Hooper, Pacific Palisades
Season Champion – Kyle Crompton
SUPER GROM GIRLS' LONGBOARD 12 & UNDER
1. Lauren Heinemeyer, Laguna Niguel
2. Rachael Tilly, Capistrano Beach
3. Allyson Heinemeyer, Laguna Niguel
4. Avalon Johnson, Carlsbad
Season Champion – Lauren Heinemeyer
SUPER GROM GIRLS' SHORTBOARD 12 & UNDER
1. Lauren Heinemeyer, Laguna Niguel
2. Meah Collins, Costa Mesa
3. Allyson Heinemeyer, Laguna Niguel
4. Avalon Johnson, Carlsbad
Season Champion – Lauren Heinemeyer
WOMEN'S SHORTBOARD 30 & OLDER
1. Dresden Rowlett, Carlsbad
2. Heather Pine, Oceanside
3. Casper Elizaga, Venice
4. Mary Setterholm, Hermosa Beach
Season Champion – Dresden Rowlett
WOMEN’S LONGBOARD 30 & OLDER
Season Champion – Blythe Bejan
Results – WSA Hobie Championship Tour Event #10
Steamer Lane, Santa Cruz, April 13, 2008
The WSA headed to Santa Cruz for the 10th event in the WSA Hobie Championship Tour. The Lane never disappoints and this 
year contestants were greeted with fun chest high waves with perfect glassy conditions and summer like weather. The ratings battles are heating up and the points all the more crucial as we got into one of the last events of the regular season. We went from dawn ‘til dusk, but when the sun set on the Lane, here is who finished on top:
BOYS' LONGBOARD 13 & UNDER
1. Jesse Hinkle, Northridge
2. Dane Petersen, Trabuco Canyon
3. Ashton Malkin, Agoura Hills
4. Tony Morelli, Huntington Beach
5. Zach Stabley, San Clemente
BOYS' LONGBOARD 14 - 17
1. Ashton Malkin, Agoura Hills
2. Eli Gillis, San Clemente
3. Eddie Morales, Los Angeles
4. Jake Tellkamp, Seal Beach
BOYS' SHORTBOARD 12 & 13
1. Trevor Thornton, San Clemente
2. Breyden Taylor, San Juan Capistrano
3. Cameron Faris, Huntington Beach
4. Tony Morelli, Huntington Beach
5. Ashton Malkin, Agoura Hills
6. Bryson Kelso, San Clemente
BOYS' SHORTBOARD 14 & 15
1. Kent Nishiya, Torrance
2. Skylar Lawson, Agoura Hills
3. Christian Arballo, Oceanside
4. Tyler Packham, Los Angeles
5. Ricky Gardner, San Diego
6. Cameron Faris, Huntington Beach
BOYS' SHORTBOARD 16 & 17
1. Kent Nishiya, Torrance
2. Cody Bertrand, Huntington Beach
3. Ian Aitken, Santa Cruz
4. Christian Arballo, Oceanside
5. Seven Adams, Santa Cruz
6. Ricky Gardner, San Diego
GIRLS' LONGBOARD 13 - 17
1. Marissa Graham, Bonsall
2. Tory Gilkerson, San Clemente
3. Rachael Tilly, Capistrano Beach
4. Michelle Bautista Layton, San Diego
5. Lauren Heinmeyer, Laguna Niguel
6. Katie Berry, San Clemente
GIRLS' SHORTBOARD 13 - 15
1. Shelby Detmers, Costa Mesa
2. Michelle Bautista Layton, San Diego
3. Madi Swayne, Orange
4. Taylor Blake, Palm Desert
GIRL'S SHORTBOARD 16 & 17
1. Heather Jordan, Oceanside
2. Shelby Detmers, Costa Mesa
3. Mackenzie Kessler, San Anselmo
4. Madi Swayne, Orange
5. Alex Moyers, San Juan Capistrano
GRANDMASTERS' SHORTBOARD 50 AND OVER
1. Rick Fignetti, Huntington Beach
2. John Silver, Carlsbad
JUNIOR WOMEN'S SHORTBOARD 18 - 29
1. Jessica Silver, Carlsbad
2. Morgan Gore, Moraga
3. Heather Carrick, Anahiem
4. Cybil Oechsle, Manhattan Beach
MASTERS' SHORTBOARD 30 - 39
1. Roger Heath, San Clemente
2. Brady Martin, Ladera Ranch
3. Adam Newsom, Long Beach
4. Josto Yosto Saleri, Santa Cruz
5. Kevin Hamor, Westlake Village
6. Kris Wolfe, Westchester
MEN'S SHORTBOARD 18 - 29
1. Zach Newsom, La Mesa
2. Chad Masri, Huntington Beach
3. Nikoli LaFuge, Los Angeles
MICRO GROM BOYS'/GIRLS' SB/LB 8 & UNDER
1. Tyler Gunter, Newport Beach
2. Michael Tilly, Capistrano Beach
3. Matthew Workman, Laguna Niguel
4. Sam Wickwire, Seal Beach
OPEN MEN'S LONGBOARD - ALL AGES
1. Bucky Barry, Dana Point
2. Shawn Parkin, Mission Viejo
3. Terry Gillard, Imperial Beach
4. Eli Gillis, San Clemente
5. Alex Wisner, Santa Cruz
6. Josto Yosto Saleri, Santa Cruz
OPEN MEN'S SHORTBOARD - ALL AGES
1. Riley McWilliams, Scotts Valley
2. Kris Wolfe, Westchester
3. Brady Martin, Ladera Ranch
4. Ken Workman, Laguna Niguel
5. Zach Newsom, La Mesa
6. Sam Orozco, Laguna Niguel
OPEN WOMEN'S LONGBOARD - ALL AGES
1. Michelle Bautista Layton, San Diego
2. Marissa Graham, Bonsall
3. Tory Gilkerson, San Clemente
4. Katie Berry, San Clemente
5. Lyn Burich, Goleta
OPEN WOMEN'S SHORTBOARD - ALL AGES
1. Heather Jordan, Oceanside
2. Mackenzie Kessler, San Anselmo
3. Dresden Rowlett, Carlsbad
4. Mary Setterholm, Hermosa Beach
5. Madi Swayne, Orange
6. Lyn Burich, Goleta
SENIOR MEN'S SHORTBOARD 40 - 49
1. Steve Colton, Soquel
2. Jack Caldwell, Oceanside
3. Troy Bertrand, Huntington Beach
4. Terry Gillard, Imperial Beach
5. Kenrick Shen, Santa Cruz
6. Witt Rowlett, Carlsbad
SENIOR MEN'S LONGBOARD 30 & OLDER
1. Kenrick Shen, Santa Cruz
2. Mark Graham, Bonsall
3. Rick Carlisle, Capistrano Beach
4. Skeeter Dirusso, Oregon
5. Ken Workman, Laguna Niguel
6. Terry Gillard, Imperial Beach
SUPER GROM BOYS' SHORTBOARD 11 & UNDER
1. Tyler Gunter, Newport Beach
2. Chandler Stirrat, Huntington Beach
3. Kyle Crompton, San Diego
4. Sam Wickwire, Seal Beach
5. Jonah Pierce, Pismo Beach
6. Ryan Harris, Huntington Beach
SUPER GROM GIRLS' LONGBOARD 12 & UNDER
1. Allyson Heinmeyer, Laguna Niguel
2. Rachael Tilly, Capistrano Beach
3. Lauren Heinmeyer, Laguna Niguel
4. Avalon Johnson, Carlsbad
5. Sidney Johnson, Carlsbad
SUPER GROM GIRLS' SHORTBOARD 12 & UNDER
1. Taylor Blake, Palm Desert
2. Lauren Heinmeyer, Laguna Niguel
3. Avalon Johnson, Carlsbad
4. Rachael Tilly, Capistrano Beach
5. Allyson Heinmeyer, Laguna Niguel
6. Sidney Johnson, Carlsbad
WOMEN'S SHORTBOARD 30 & OLDER
1. Aimee McVicker, Santa Cruz
2. Heather Pine, Oceanside
3. Mary Setterholm, Hermosa Beach
4. Jamilah Star, Santa Cruz
5. Dresden Rowlett, Carlsbad
6. Lyn Burich, Goleta
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