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Southside summer skim sessions soooo sweet. Say that three times fast.

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Skimslam 2009 "Witness Dis"

This years event proved that skimboarding has found a nice foundation in the Islands. The kids love it, the young at heart are curious, and the rest are entertained.
In the Caribbean summers, small tropical systems pass south of our islands, pushing up clean waves to our south facing beaches. The STT Southside Skimslam marks the start of a summer of fun skim. The Mornigstar beach has been alive with skimmers since the contest and almost has the feel of a freeform skim camp. Come join the fun and get hyped with this years contest Video. Big respect and thanks to all who helped this years Skimslam.

SKIMSLAM 2009 BIG RESPECT ON THE BEACH.

Morningstar Beach was alive on Saturday, as forty contestants battled to be crowned Kings and Queen of the 2009 STT Southside Skimslam. All ages came out to compete in this 4th annual amateur skimboard contest. This years youngest competitor award went to 5 year old Adelaide Jones, who also took 6th in the Ladies Division. The Grom (or 10 and under) heats were stacked with action. All skimmed their hearts out, especially Louis Mills, from Atlanta, skimming for the first time. But in the finals it was the Luke Patrie show, taking first place. The Juniors Division was dominated by Nicolas Lopez. After winning a free skimboard, Nic gave his top prize to second place winner, Konner Kendall. When asked why he gave away his first place prize, he responded, "He deserves it, Konner gets this board." Exactly the type of camaraderie the Skimslam has been building in the kids over the last four years. In the Ladies heats there was a close battle between Danielle Andrzejewska and Logan Williams. Logan eventually took the points winning the division. However, Danielle ended up winning the most coveted award, Best Sportsmanship. The Men's heats proved that practice makes perfect. Nonstop, back to back, wave for wave, these guys were showcasing their talents. Huge airs and clean wave riding brought Alejandro Lopez the BIG WIN for the fourth year straight. All hail the KING. This years event, held by Skimcaribbean.com was a total success. Dedicated to John "Jack" Deihl. The Skimslam raised a generous sum for the Deihl Family Fund. Special Thanks go out to all he sponsors, families and especially the KIDS who made this Skimslam the Best Ever. Keep Skimming and we will see you Next Year!!

-Skimcaribbean 

Keep posted for the rest of the shots and video of this years event. its taking a little time due to the amount of sick shots we got of this years Skimslam riders.  

Here are the Results:

Groms (10 and under)

1. Luke Patrie
2. Evan Jones
3. Karson Kendall
4. Sean Godfrey
5. Dalton Parr

 

Juniors (11-15)

1. Nicolas Lopez
2. Konner Kedall
3. Adam Lose
4. Jahmal Donovan
5. Tristan Rosenberg

 

Ladies

1. Logan Williams
2. Danielle Andrzejewska
3. Julia DiLeo
4. Annie Brashara
5. Megan Godfrey
6. Adelaide Jones

 

Mens (16+)

1. Alejandro Lopes
2. Chris Creque
3. John Carpenter
4. John Lenahan
5. Nolan Diehl

South Summer Swell and the practice is on

You can tell the contest is getting closer. Just a few more weeks to perfect your backside wrap.  Stomp that wave before you stomp that shuvit. Morningstar beach this weekend had boards a blazing as the loc's enjoyed the summer south swell.

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YOU DON'T KNOW! THE STT SOUTHSIDE SKIMSLAM 2009

Skimcaribbean has dunnit again. 

Year four of the ST Thomas Southside Skimslam is here and we are looking forward to an insane competition. June 20th is the day. The rider sign-in is at 8:00AM. Morningstar Beach is the place. Right in front of the Havana Blue Restaurant at the Marriott Frenchman's Reef Resort. Skimmers, are you ready for the slam? 15 bucks gets you entry, lunch, drinks, the event T-shirt and more. Win and it could mean a new board. Download and print the entry form HERE and bring it with you and your dough to the beach that morning.  Have your mama sign it if your under 18. 

DROPPING KNOWLEDGE

Steaming hot off the presses. Josh "Drop Abama" Rutty gets the cover of the St. Thomas Daily News.  Making the morning constitutional a little more enjoyable.