First-ever surfing competition to take place in the West

COMMUNITY NOTES: ENNISCRONE - WESTERN PEOPLE (SEPTEMBER 24 EDITION)

The Irish Surfing Association has announced the first-ever Schools Surfing Championships, a nationwide surfing contest designed exclusively for secondary level students, will take place from October 26-28 in Easkey, one of Ireland’s premier surfing destinations. 

This landmark event marks a significant milestone in the development of youth surfing in Ireland, providing young surfers with an exciting platform to showcase their skills, represent their schools, and compete at a national level.

This initiative is part of Irish Surfings’ broader commitment to nurturing the next generation of Irish surfers and fostering a strong, inclusive surfing community. The competition will see points awarded to both individuals and teams competing, with categories for Junior Cert (GCSE) and Leaving Cert (A-level) students.

Prizes will be awarded in each category and a Schools Surfing Championship Trophy for the overall top school. Schools are invited to register their teams and individual surfers by October 23 and registration details and further information about the event can be found on the official Irish Surfing website at www.irishsurfing.ie/events.