What is S.A.L.S.A.?

SALSA is a surf competition that helps raise funds for the ALS Association. The ALS Association will use the funds to research cures for Lou Gehrig's disease and for patients who have Lou Gehrig's disease.

What is A.L.S.?

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a fatal neuromuscular disease that can strike anyone without warning. Every 90 minutes someone in this country will be diagnosed with ALS and every 90 minutes someone will lose their battle against this devastating disease.

Who Can Compete?

Anyone can compete!

Divisons

• Novice (Beginners)
• Boys (14 and Under)
• Juniors (15-17)
• Girls Shortboard (All Ages)
• Men (18 and Over)
• Longboard (21 and Under)
  
• Longboard 22 and Over)
• Seniors (40 and Over)
• Virtual Surfers (Donations only)

Rules

• 10 Wave Maximum
• 15 minute heats
• Top two waves are scored
• Water start at 5 minute horn
• 6 man heats, top 3 advance

2009 FINALS

 

Seniors:                                           Longboard 22 and over:

1.  Joe Schuck                                       1.  Josh Rapoza

2.  Chris Beck                                        2.  Kelly Kravshaar

3.  Richard Payne                                  3.  Mike Jorgenson

4.  Scott Lippman                                  4.  Steven Wilson

5.  Joe Pearson                                      5.  Sam August

6.  Derick Rubio                                     6.  Charles Nobre

 

Mens:                                               Longboard 21 and under:

1.  Sean Oates                                       1.  Wade Carden

2.  David Nehrig                                     2.  Tony Bartovich

3.  Rob McCarty                                      3.  Anthony Vidal

4.  Aaron Cook                                       4.  Tony Morelli

5.  Matt Payne                                        5.  Kyle Schneider

6.  Shane Steelman                                6.  Austin Ferreria

 

Juniors:                                            Boys:

1.  Jesse Steelman                                  1.  Tony Bartovich

2.  Tommy Lobasso                                  2.  Brec Barrett

3.  David Elliot                                          3. Hunter Barrett

4.  Brian Daignault                                   4. Justin Brand

5.  Jeff Nelson                                          5.  Tony Morelli

6.  Tony Bartovich                                    6.  Trevor Barton

 

Novice:                                                 Girls:

1.  Brittany Marsh                                    1.  Charlene Beck

2.  Diego Quinonez                                 2. Brooke Daignault

3.  Griffin Foy                                          3.  Rachell Gregory

4.  Michael Morey

5.  Makay Baden

6.  Barbara Ritchie

 

How to Register?

Fill out the entry form on the left and mail it to the address on the form.

All entries due by March 18.  Entry fee is $35.

When is the Competition?

Saturday, March 20, 2010

Where is the Competition?

South Side of the Huntington Beach Pier

How to Donate

Donations can be made out to "SALSA for ALS" and mailed to:
9622 Lassen Circle, Huntington Beach, CA. 92646