Perfect surf and electric energy characterised this year\u2019s Ocean Festival Surf Pro, held at Scottburgh Main Beach on Saturday, 2 May 2026, where top competitors delivered standout performances in some of the best contest conditions seen in years.<\/p>\n
Image credit: Jon Ivins<\/strong><\/p>\n Forming part of the conservation-driven Ocean Festival programme, running at Scottburgh Main Beach from 1 to 3 May 2026, the Surf Pro brought together surfers across multiple divisions, from U10 through to Open and Masters. A consistent swell and clean conditions set the stage for a full day of high-performance surfing, with both local standouts and visiting talent rising to the occasion in thrilling heats.<\/p>\n \u201cThese were probably some of the best conditions I\u2019ve seen for a surf contest in many years,\u201d said Event Organiser Barry Lewin. \u201cScottburgh really showed off with incredible waves, reminding us why this is considered a world-class surf break.<\/p>\n \u201cThis event showcased not only the level of competition, but the strong sense of community that defines surfing on the KZN South Coast. From seasoned locals to the Surfers Not Street Children competitors, many of whom also impressed in the Schools Tag Team Surf Contest on Friday, the talent on display was exceptional.<\/p>\n \u201cMore importantly, this event reflects the deeper purpose behind the Ocean Festival, which is to create awareness around the need to protect our ocean and its inhabitants, while celebrating the incredible environment we\u2019re privileged to surf in.\u201d<\/p>\n Results for the Ocean Festival Surf Pro<\/strong><\/p>\n Open Men\u2019s Division:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1st Michael Venter<\/p>\n 2nd Luc Le Pront<\/p>\n 3rd Avuyile Ndamase<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Masters Men\u2019s Division:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1st Gavin Roberts<\/p>\n 2nd Gary Van Wieringen<\/p>\n 3rd Jono Venter<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Masters Ladies Division:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1st Nicole Annells<\/p>\n 2nd Heather Clark<\/p>\n 3rd Rachelle Walker<\/p>\n 4th Elmien Le Roux<\/p>\n <\/p>\n U18 Boys Division:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1st Amkela Mgcina<\/p>\n 2nd Khanyisani Mgu<\/p>\n 3rd Sihle Shoba<\/p>\n <\/p>\n U18 Girls Division:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1st Louise LePront<\/p>\n 2nd Nina Dirkze Van Schalkwyk<\/p>\n <\/p>\n U16 Boys Division:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1st Melokuhle Zotshana<\/p>\n 2nd Callum Pearson<\/p>\n 3rd Junior Ngcobo<\/p>\n 4th Damien Van Heesch<\/p>\n <\/p>\n U14 Boys Division:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1st Tom Pearson<\/p>\n 2nd Joy Jonathan<\/p>\n 3rd Siyabonga Khanyile<\/p>\n 4th Chayt Daniels<\/p>\n <\/p>\n U12 Boys Division:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1st Jono Pearson<\/p>\n 2nd Grayson Pictor<\/p>\n 3rd Cruz Roberts<\/p>\n 4th Bryden Mitchell<\/p>\n <\/p>\n U10 Boys and Girls Division:<\/strong><\/p>\n 1st Reeve Bryant<\/p>\n 2nd Leah Harding<\/p>\n 3rd Kira Mitchell<\/p>\n 4th Peyton Dustan<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"