BOYS NATIONAL JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT

Surfing Australia is proud to announce the eight athletes selected for the 2026 Boys National Junior Development Squad, representing the next generation of Australian surfing talent.

Aimed at identifying the next generation of Australian male surfing talent, and to provide them with early exposure to the high performance surfing environment.

The program will select eight high-potential males aged 12–16 (pre-emerging) to attend two National Development Camps, starting with the first camp from 24–27 March 2026 at the Surfing Australia High Performance Centre. Selected athletes will experience a national high-performance environment, including peer-to-peer learning, technical and tactical coaching, physical preparation support, and performance mindset development. All camp costs will be funded by the Surfing Australia High Performance Program, with athletes responsible for travel.

2026 Selected Athletes:

Rio Luther Barr (15) – NSW
Lennox Lindsay (13) – NSW
Hayden Mee (12) – NSW
Ashton Crowley (15) – NSW
Tully Crompton (13) – QLD
Brandon Davidson (13) – QLD
Zac Johnston (14) – QLD
Luca Martin (15) – QLD

Wildcard Reserve:
Thomas Bourke (12) – QLD

Surfing Australia Head of Pathway Programs, Luke MacDonald, said:

We were really excited by the number of applications and the level of surfing shown by young athletes from right across Australia. The depth we’re seeing in the junior boys is really promising for the future of Australian surfing, and it made for a very challenging selection process. We’re thrilled with the group selected and look forward to introducing the boys to elements of the high-performance environment at the upcoming camp later this month.

Talent Pathway Coach Peter Duncan added:

“With the recent dominance of Australian surfing on the world stage, it’s an exciting time for the sport. I’m really looking forward to seeing what the next generation of boys are doing and providing them with the opportunity to step into a high performance surfing environment and continue building that legacy.”

Camp One: 24–27 March 2026
Camp Two: August 2026 (dates TBC)
Located at Surfing Australia’s High Performance Centre