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posted by admin on Apr 23
“Amee Donohoe was born in Sydney, Australia, and showed promise in the water from the get-go. The progressive natural-footer made her way onto the scene in 1996, winning 1st place in the Rusty Gromfest. That win set her path in motion, and after making a name for herself as a grom, she came onto the ASP World Tour in 2002. After a brief stint at the elite level where she enjoyed moderate success, Donohoe failed to requalify in 2005, yet the persevering youngster embarked on a free-surfing pilgrimage, refining her skills before injuring her knee.
Following an intensive surgery and an 18-month rehabilitation, Donohoe bounced back and regained her position amongst the elite in 2007. Last season saw Amee take on both the established veterans and the fresh crop of rookies with style, punch and bite, and with a solid seed in 2008, look for the reignited Donohoe to continue turning heads amongst the world’s elite.”
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posted by admin on Apr 19
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Alizee Arnaud (FRA), 18, won her second event of the season today after defeating top regional under-21 female surfers Pauline Ado (FRA), Lee-Ann Curren (FRA) and Canelle Bulard (FRA) in the final of the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) Grade-2 Kana Miss Cup Pro Junior. From the four girls who made the final, three of them have already won an event this year and Arnaud is the only one with two wins under her belt.
Alizee Arnaud (FRA), who ended up winning the 30-minute final with a 15.17 heat result (out of a possible 20), was a standout throughout the 3-day event that witnessed some good quality three foot (one meter) waves for its first edition as a Pro Junior event only. Arnaud, despite winning two events thus far, still stands second on the regional ratings.
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“I had a slow start in the final taking the righthander option and I was not that confident”, Arnaud said. “I moved back down to the lefthander and found that good 8.50 pointer (out of a possible 10) which was a big confidence boost.” Arnaud will have to keep up the pressure against reigning ASP European Women’s Junior champion Pauline Ado (FRA) who jumped back into 1st after finishing runner-up in the Kana Miss Cup.
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“Some big events coming up still for the regional race so I will start doing the maths later on”, Arnaud said. “Next stop is Portugal, then Hoseegor at home where I hope I can take it again. So stoked with that win still, and looking forward to keeping the good feeling going.” Arnaud aims at least at a Top 2 finish that would give her a ticket for the ASP World Junior Championships (WJC) in Narabeen next January.
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posted by admin on Mar 31
Interview
JettyGirl: While faltering economies, political turmoil and energy issues dominated most of the headlines during the past year, much of 2008’s good news slipped through the cracks. What’s the best thing that happened to you in 2008 and what are you most hopeful for in 2009?
Sage Erickson: Well, 2008 was a pretty good year. Probably the most amazing part was getting the opportunity to go hang in Bali during the Oakley Global Challege. Just an all-around awesome trip. First time there, and those are always the most exciting.
JG: Tell us about the first time you ever stood up on a surfboard. Where was it and what were you riding?
SE: My first time surfing began in Hawaii at Sunset beach when I was around the age of 10 I think. I went with my family to hang out on the beach, my brother Noah was surfing and I was snorkeling. He came in for a break and I decided to give it a try, my first wave I got to my feet..and after that there was no stopping me. I’m sure I’m not the only surfer to have said that.
From left, Sierra Partridge, Sofia Mulanovich, Leila Hurst, Alana Blanchard, Malia Manuel, Sally Fitzgibbons, Coco Ho, Laura Enever, Sage Erickson, Quincy Davis, Courtney Conlogue, and Hailey Partridge, photographed at Crystal Cove State Park, in Newport Coast, California.
JG: What is your current favorite board? In 2009 do you have any plans to experiment with different surfboard designs, materials or fin configurations?
SE: My boards are amazing, Channel Islands has shaped me the best boards I have ever ridden. Right now my magic board is a 5′9″ Proton, Dane’s new model. It’s my second one and I can’t get off it. Poor thing is so beat up!
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JG: Do you have any heroes? If so, who and why?
SE: I don’t have too many heroes, but I’m infatuated with the Lakers! My whole family is, I look to learn from their teamwork, dedication, and training habits. Maybe apply some serious hours into my cross training like they do. They’re so good this year!
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JG: In 2009 we’ll see the best single maneuver ever done by a female surfer. Who do you think will pull the move and what do you think it will be?
SE: Carissa Moore, hands down. She’s doing this frontside reverse that’s out of this world. She’s crazy! In a good way of course. Maybe even her airs?
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AKA: Sagey
Birthday: 12/28/90
Place of Birth: Ojai, California
Resides: Santa Barbara, California.
Sponsors: O’Neill, Oakley, Freestyle Watches, OAM, Revolution Surf Shop, Channel Island Surfboards, Premiere Surf Training.
Shaper: Channel Islands.
Dimensions: 5′9 x 2 1/8.
Height: 5′6
Weight: 135
Training Grounds: Premiere Surf Training.
Favorite Waves: C-street, Rincon.
Favorite Maneuver: Barrels.
Hobbies: Running, Drawing.
Tunes: Taylor Swift.
Grinds: Starbucks.
Best Results: 09′ USA Team Gold in Costa Rica.
09 ASP NA Rating: 4
Goals for 2010: Qualify for the 2011 ASP Women’s World Tour
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2009 ASP North America Results:
Nike 6.0 U.S. Open: 2nd place finish
Supergirl Pro Junior: 3rd place finish
Billabong Pro HI: Did not compete
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posted by admin on Mar 1
Originally growing up in the wave-rich Basque country before migrating to the more central Biarritz zone, Pauline Ado is one of the key girls heading Europe’s most recent talent boom.
While Jeremy Flores and his Rookie of the Year accolade have proven the Euros are worthy competitors, it’s surfers like Ado that are supporting that claim. She recently finished first at the European Championships, as well as spent a few months traveling around England, Portugal, and Spain. Watch out world, here come the French.
Interview
- In 2006 and ISA World Champion you were surfing. Can you say that you’re a child prodigy?
- Do not say that. I learned to seize the moment. In the surf nobody can secure victory. It also influences the fate. This causes the difficulty is greater because its rivals can give you a scare.
- How much technique and so has its surfing?
- It is difficult to give a figure. More than technical or luck, I would emphasize work.
- Your surf style is …
- Fluid and implemented.
- What makes you different?
- All the surfers try to give the judges something different but not always easy. The only formula I know is working flat out and have a clear mind.
- Let’s talk about male surf. This season we have the unprecedented figure of seven Europeans in the WCT. Have you stopped being a sport dominated by the U.S. and Australia?
- The good results motivate us all. The better you do, more surfers on the beaches and will most likely be given to Europe to continue growing as a power.
PROFILE
ID: Pauline Ado, 14 February 1991 (Hendaye). Height and weight: 1,65 and 55 kgs. Best results: World Junior Champion 2009, winner of the Buondi Pro Junior winner in Pantin, second in the Roxy Pro Junior and second in Oakley Pro Junior. He looks at: Joel Parkinson. His favorite wave: Mentawai.
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