The Super Girl Surf Pro, a premier all-women’s surfing competition and festival, is set to make waves in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. This highly anticipated event celebrates female empowerment, bringing together top athletes for a thrilling showcase of skill and determination across multiple sports.
Key Takeaways
- The event features a World Surf League (WSL) QS 2,000 surfing competition.
- Over 2,000 women will compete in 12 different sports, including surfing, skating, and basketball.
- The festival includes live music, workshops, and mentorship opportunities.
- Notable surfers like Alyssa Spencer, Kirra Pinkerton, and local talent Lanea Mons are expected to compete.
Elite Surfing Competition
The centerpiece of the festival is the WSL QS 2,000 surfing competition, drawing North America’s most formidable female surfers. Competitors vie for the coveted "Super Girl cape," a symbol of victory and achievement. Among the anticipated participants are past champions like Alyssa Spencer, who claimed her maiden Super Girl Surf Pro victory in Jacksonville in 2021, and defending event champion Kirra Pinkerton. Local favorite Lanea Mons, a Jacksonville Beach native, is also poised to make a strong showing on her home turf, fresh off a Quarterfinal appearance at the La Marginal Surfing Pro.
Other notable surfers include Eden Walla, Leilani McGonagle, Zoe Benedetto, Alana Lopez, and Daya McCart, all aiming to add their names to the Super Girl history books. The competition promises a high level of talent, from established QS stars to emerging talents like Sanoa Dempfle-Olin and Bailey Turner.
A Celebration of Female Empowerment
Beyond the surfing arena, the Super Girl Surf Festival is a comprehensive celebration of female empowerment. The two-day event boasts over 2,000 women competing in a diverse range of 12 sports, including surfing, skating, and a 3v3 basketball tournament in partnership with the Upshot League. Attendees can also participate in free classes such as self-defense, line dancing, Zumba, and hot yoga.
A dedicated mentorship event, hosted by the WSL’s Rising Tides program, will offer aspiring athletes guidance from seasoned professionals like Kirra Pinkerton. The festival also features a vibrant concert series, with performances by artists like The Band Perry and the Plain White T’s, adding a festive atmosphere to the weekend.
Event Details
The festival is free for all attendees, with VIP ticket options available. The event is scheduled to take place over a weekend, with specific activities planned for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The surfing competition will culminate on Sunday with podium honors and the awarding of the "Super Girl cape."
Sources
- Lanea Mons leads Floridian contingent into Super Girl Surf Pro pres. by Jersey Mike’s Subs, World Surf League.
- Who’s In: Super Girl Surf Pro Presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs QS 2,000, World Surf League.
- Upcoming event | Super Girl Surf Festival in Jacksonville Beach, firstcoastnews.com.
