TORQUAY, VIC: Surfing Victoria has officially unveiled the state team set to represent Victoria at the 2026 Australian Shortboard Titles in Wollongong, NSW from August 23–29, 2026. Bringing together a powerhouse squad of emerging talent, open contenders, and experienced legends, the team aims to secure national glory across multiple age and performance divisions.
Spanning coastline communities from Portland to San Remo, the Victorian team brings a strong depth of talent across junior, open, and master divisions as they prepare to take on the nation’s best surfers on the national stage. The 2026 campaign marks a key turning point for pathway development, with the introduction of the Under 21 division, which seamlessly bridges the gap between junior ranks and elite open-level competition on the national stage.
The Australian Shortboard Titles represent the pinnacle of national shortboard competition, serving as a primary qualifier for international representation. In addition to competing for coveted national individual titles, victorious surfers in the masters divisions earn ISA qualification to earn a spot on the Australian National Surfing Team, ‘The Irukandjis’.
“Super keen to get up to Wollongong [as I] haven’t surfed up there before. Keen to check out some new waves & stoked to have this opportunity.” Said Kai Nudd.
Key surfers to follow: Open Men Kai Nudd, under 21 men Willis Droomer, Open women Carly Shanahan
2026 Victorian Shortboard Team Roster
Junior & Open Divisions
Under 21 Men: Willis Droomer (Jan Juc), Harry Nelson (Torquay)
Under 21 Women: Sophie Wilkinson (Shoreham), Abbey Clarke (San Remo)
Open Men: Kai Nudd (Torquay)
Open Women: Carly Shanahan (Jan Juc), Sophie Wilkinson (Shoreham)
Masters & Kahunas
Masters Men (Over 30): Jarvis Cininas (Dalyston), Luke Beerling (Dromana)
Grand Masters Men (Over 40): Marcus Eldridge (Portland), Luke Beerling (Dromana)
Grand Masters Women (Over 40): Clare Eldridge (Portland), Tiffany Riggs (Anglesea)
Grand Kahunas Men (Over 50): Craig Lloyd (Armstrong Creek), Benjamin Pitts (Rye)
Dukes, Legends & Senior Women
Dukes Men (Over 55): Raymond McIntosh (Jan Juc), Craig Lloyd (Armstrong Creek), Stuart Engel (Portland)
Grand Dukes Men (Over 60): Rowan Sapwell (Torquay), Jamie Reichelt (Balnarring)
Women Over 60: Angela Zorica (Jan Juc)
Legends Men (Over 65): Joe Cervi (Rye), Martin Rennhackkamp (Eastern View), Mark Lloyd (Sandringham)
Event Details:
Dates: August 23–29, 2026
Location: Wollongong, New South Wales
Rating / Status: National Championship
For event schedules, live heat scoring, and updates throughout the championship, visit the official website: australianshortboardtitles.com
Media Contact:
Surfing Australia Media Team
Email: info@surfingaustralia.com
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