The Best Surfers in the World Set to Represent The...
2006 LOST ENERGY DRINK ISA WORLD SURFING GAMES TO COMMENCE ON SATURDAY (10/14) WITH OPENING CEREMONIES AT HUNTINGTON BEACH PIER; COMPETITION BEGINS ON SUNDAY
San Diego, California, 6 October 2006:
WHAT: The 2006 ISA World Surfing Games, produced by Surfing America will bring the best surfers from around the globe to Huntington Beach to compete as members of their National Surfing Teams. The ISA membership includes the surfing National Governing Bodies (NGBs) of over 50 countries in six continents. The event is sanctioned by the International Surfing Association (ISA) – the world governing body for the sport of surfing, recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Surfing America is the ISA-recognized NGB for surfing in the United States and is responsible for holding the official USA Championships and for selecting and fielding the official USA Surf Team. The event takes place over the course of nine days with surfing competition and event festivities, including the notable and colorful Parade of Nations.
WHO: Top surfers from more than 35 nations, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, France, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, South Africa, Tahiti, Peru, Hawaii, Argentina, Ecuador, Colombia, Sweden, Italy, Cote D’Ivoire, Panama, Costa Rica, Japan, Portugal, Switzerland, Spain, Venezuela, Ireland, Canada, South Africa and USA will represent their countries as they compete for individual and team medals in men’s and women open, longboard, and bodyboarding.
WHEN: Media Check- In (Friday, October 13, 2006)
2p.m. - 5p.m - Check- in at media tent on the beach
- · The media tent is located next to the VIP tent and is marked on attached site map.
- · Check-in is available each day beginning at 8 a.m.
- · Media can park in the NORTH parking lot until it is filled to capacity.
Opening Ceremonies – Parade of Nations and Sands of the World ceremony
Saturday, October 14 2 p.m. - 4p.m. Huntington Beach Pier.
Competition - Sunday, October 15 – Sunday, October 22, 2006.
*Schedule subject to change
Sunday, October 15 –
8 a.m. - Body Board Men, Body Board Women
10: 00 a.m. - Long board
Monday, October 16 –
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. - OPEN Division
Tuesday, October 17 -
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. - OPEN Division
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Womens
Wednesday, October 18 –
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. – All Divisions
Thursday, October 19 –
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. – All Divisions
Friday, October 20 –
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. – All Divisions
Saturday, October 21 –
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Semi Finals
Sunday, October 22 –
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Finals followed by Awards Ceremony.
*Immediately following the awards ceremony, media will have the opportunity to have a Q&A session with the athletes and event spokespeople.
WHERE: Huntington Beach Pier, Huntington Beach, California, USA
WHY: The Games showcase the best surfers from around the world competing on behalf of their respective countries. This year’s Team
Champion will be awarded the International Olympic Committee (IOC) President’s Trophy and Basil Lomberg Perpetual Trophy for exemplary surfing.
HOW: All of the action will be streaming live at http://surfingamerica.org/isa and www.isasurf.org. Additionally Fuel TV will be broadcasting all the action in February please visit www.fuel.tv for air times. Photos will be available for free downloading at www.surfingamerica.org/isa and www.isasurf.org.
About International Surfing Association (ISA)
The International Surfing Association (ISA) is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as the World Governing Authority for surfing, bodyboarding and surfriding. It was originally founded as the International Surfing Federation in 1964 and has been running world championships since 1964, and the Junior World Championships since 1980.
ISA membership includes the surfing National Governing Bodies (NGBs) of over 50 countries on six continents. Its headquarters are located in San Diego, California. It is presided by Fernando Aguerre, first elected in 1994 in Rio, and re-elected five times since. The ISA's four Vice Presidents are from South Africa, Australia, Hawaii and the USA.
About Surfing America
Surfing America is the ISA-recognized National Governing Body (NGB) for surfing in the United States and is responsible for holding the official USA Championships and for selecting and fielding the official USA Surf Team. The International Surfing Association (ISA) is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as the World Governing Authority for surfing, bodyboarding, and surfriding.
Surfing America, Inc. is an IRS recognized 501(c) 3 charitable organization. All donations made to Surfing America are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by the law. Donation checks should be made payable to: Surfing America, 33157 Camino Capistrano, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675. End of year tax receipts are sent to every individual donor of more than $250. For donations under $250, a cancelled check or credit card statement is sufficient evidence for IRS purposes. Surfing America will send a tax receipt to any donor who requests one.
About Lost Energy drink
...Lost is the authentic energy drink brand for those of us who connect with the youthful action sports lifestyle. …Lost’s roots are in producing surfboards and action sports apparel sold only in core surf, skateboard and snowboard shops. The crew at MONSTER makes …Lost with a select blend of vitamins, herbs and amino acids for a powerful boost and a crisp flavor that tastes good and mixes even better. …Lost is the #8 Energy Brand in the US.*Source AC Nielsens Total US CTMM 13 weeks ending 7/29/06
About FUEL TV
The only 24/7 action sports cable and satellite network in the U.S. FUEL TV’s programming covers the lifestyle and culture of skateboarding, snowboarding, surfing, BMX, freestyle motocross, and wakeboarding. Through its original and commissioned series and specials, short-form content, films, and prestigious event coverage, the channel features action sports athletes — in motion and in exclusive interviews — emerging musicians, celebrities, and breaking news. Signature original shows include The Daily Habit, The Weekly Update with Boost Mobile, and Firsthand. A unit of Fox Cable Networks, FUEL TV was launched July 1, 2003 and is seen in 22 million U.S. homes. FUEL TV is viewed in 54 countries including the UK (FX UK); Australia (FUEL TV Aus), and Latin America and Brazil (FX Latin America). To subscribe to FUEL TV call 877-4-FUEL-TV. For program times and other information, visit www.fuel.tv.
Media Contacts
Hilary Craven/ Jennifer Mangiacapre
SnL Communications
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