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3rd Marines Bodysurfing Championship Print E-mail
Written by Ramsay Wharton - rwharton@kgmb9.com   
January 07, 2008 03:33 PM

 
Orgainizers expect it'll be the largest bodysurfering event in the Hawaiian Islands. The 2nd Annual 3rd Marines Bodysurfing Championship takes place at Marine Corps Base Hawaii's Pyramid Rock Beach this Saturday and Sunday, January 12 - 13. Championship postponed due to surf conditions.
New date: Saturday, February 2, 2008 at 0700. Registration is closed.

Event organizer, Marine Corps Captain Ben Mercier, found his love of the bodysurfing more than 10 years ago, while attended the University of Hawaii on a swimming scholarship. On a return deployment from Iraq, Mercier decided to organize the bodysurfing event which is officially sanctioned by the Hawaii State Bodysurfing Association, with proceeds from participates going to help the families of fallen and injured heroes.

  
The cost to compete is currently $25 for general public, and $20 for Active Duty. You can register online or at the event. Participation is limited though. People can also make direct donations on behalf of the event to help families of 3rd Marines by contancting the Armed Services YMCA at (808) 473-3398. When you donate, say you're donating towards the 3rd Marines Bodysurfing Competion. Checks can also be mailed to ASYMCA, 1057 N. Road, Honolulu, HI 96818.

More than 150 participants are expected to compete in the waves. Competitors will be judged on Wave Height, Wave Length, Maneuvers, Tube Time, 10 Waves Max and Scoring on the top 3 waves. Divisions include: Men- 18 & Under, 19-25, 26-34, 35-49, 50+ and Women- Open. Prizes will be awarded to the top 6 competitors in each division.

Viewers are also welcome to enjoy the event. All non-military guests and participants will need to register their vehicles at the Main Gate of MCBH in Kaneohe to get on base. You'll need to show current registration, safety check, insurance and valid drivers license.

Dino Leonard, a water safety official with MCBH, says they're hoping for optimal conditions with some Kona winds. Leonard stresses that should conditions be too rough to proceed with the contest, the day could be moved, and participants will be notified and information posted on the website.

3rd Marines Bodysurfing
Championship

Jan. 12-13
Saturday& Sunday
7 a.m to 3 p.m.

Championship postponed due to surf conditions.
New date: Saturday, February 2, 2008 at 0700. Registration is closed.

Pyramid Rock Beach
Marine Corps Base Hawaii

To compete call 254-7655 or register online:

www.mccshawaii.com/bodysurf.htm

 


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Last Updated ( January 07, 2008 03:33 PM )
 

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