Sandon Point Boardriders Club has claimed victory at the NSW South leg of the Australian Boardriders Battle (ABB) Regional Series 14, overcoming a record field of 18 clubs to secure the regional qualifier title and a place at the 2027 NRMA Insurance Australian Boardriders Battle Grand Final at Burleigh Heads.
The biggest and strongest field ever assembled for the NSW South Regional Qualifier delivered an action-packed day of competition at North Cronulla, with clean 2–3ft right-hand rip bowls, sunny skies and a fantastic turnout creating ideal conditions for some of the region’s best club surfers to go head-to-head.
With WSL World Junior Champion Jarvis Earle (Elouera), ISA World Junior silver medallist Milla Brown (Sandon Point), Kash Brown (Cronulla Sharks) and Lucy Darragh (Werri Beach) among the standout performers, the quality of surfing was on full display throughout the day as clubs battled for regional honours and qualification spots at the 2027 NRMA Insurance ABB Grand Final.
The competition culminated in a fiercely contested four-team final, with Sandon Point, Bondi, Cronulla and defending regional champions Elouera all vying for the NSW South title.
Sandon Point rose to the occasion, delivering an impressive team performance to finish on 37.27 points, securing victory by 4.74 points over Bondi Boardriders Club (32.53). Cronulla Sharks finished third with 28.30, while reigning champions Elouera rounded out the final four on 19.79.
Adding to the highlights, WSL World Junior Champion Jarvis Earle was in outstanding form throughout the day for Elouera Boardriders Club, saving his best for when it mattered most with an incredible 9.50-point ride in the semi-finals to claim the Boost Mobile Wave of the Day.
The result capped off a memorable day at North Cronulla, with the record 18-club field demonstrating the continued growth and strength of grassroots club surfing across the region. From established champions to emerging junior talent, the ABB’s unique tag-team format once again brought together multiple generations of surfers representing their local clubs.
With eight qualification places at the 2027 NRMA Insurance ABB Grand Final up for grabs, Sandon Point, Bondi, Elouera, Werri Beach, Scarborough, Cronulla Sharks, North Maroubra and Ulladulla all secured their spots at Burleigh Heads in March 2027.
The Australian Boardriders Battle continues to showcase the passion, camaraderie and competitive spirit of Australia’s boardriders clubs, with the record-breaking NSW South qualifier providing another exciting chapter in the national series.
NSW South Regional Qualifier – Final Results
- Sandon Point Boardriders Club – 37.27
- Bondi Boardriders Club – 32.53
- Cronulla Sharks Boardriders Club – 28.30
- Elouera Boardriders Club – 19.79
NSW South Qualifying Boardrider Clubs – 2027 Grand Final
- Sandon Point
- Bondi
- Elouera
- Werri Beach
- Scarborough
- Cronulla Sharks
- North Maroubra
- Ulladulla
Specialty Awards
Boost Mobile Wave of the Day: Jarvis Earle (Elouera Boardriders Club) – 9.50 points (Semi-finals)
For full results, head to LiveHeats
2026 ABB Regional Qualifier Schedule
- WA – Trigg – September 12/13, 2026
- NSW Central – Northern Beaches – September 19, 2026
- VIC – Phillip Island – October 4, 2026
- QLD – Sunshine Coast – October 10, 2026
- SA – Fleurieu Peninsula – October 17, 2026
- TAS – Scamander – October 24, 2026
- NSW South – Cronulla – October 31, 2026
- NSW North – Tweed Coast – November 7, 2026
Full schedule, dates and further info: www.australianboardridersbattle.com
About the Australian Boardriders Battle
The Australian Boardriders Battle is Australia’s biggest grassroots surfing series, involving over 80 boardrider clubs in eight state qualifying rounds before culminating in the epic Grand Final showdown. The event has been instrumental in strengthening club culture, fostering future champions, and celebrating Australia’s deep connection with surfing.
The 2026 Australian Boardriders Battle Regional Series is proudly supported by
NRMA Insurance, Ford , Babybel, Celsius, Safestyle, Fujifilm Photos, Southern Cross University, Ampd Bros, St Ali, Boost, Blackroll, Surfers for Climate
This Surfing Australia event series is delivered in partnership with the state branches, Surfing WA, Surfing NSW, Surfing VIC, Surfing QLD, Surfing SA and Surfing TAS.
About Australian Boardrider clubs
There are more than 250 boardrider clubs across the country, where members gather regularly, often monthly, to organise grassroots competitions at world-class waves such as Burleigh Heads. The boardrider club phenomenon in Australia has made a significant contribution to the nation’s competitive success on the global stage, fostering close-knit communities that support young surfers on their journeys to becoming the next world champions.
For more information, visit www.australianboardridersbattle.com
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