Nippers compete at Manly
A small contingent of Umina nippers competed at the recent All Australian Nipper Nationals at Manly Beach on Sunday, January 20.
The annual carnival attracts nippers from all over Australia and is second in size to the State Titles.
"Umina did exceptionally well with some great results and a Top Six finish overall," said Umina Surf Club committee member Mr Peter Talty.
Lachlan Braddish won the Under-11 male ironman and came second in the Under-11 male surf race and Under-11 male board race.
Harry Braddish won the Under-13 male beach sprint and Rachel Wood won the Under-14 female surf race.
Rachel Wood also won the Under-14 board rescue with Jemma Smith.
Jemma Smith placed fifth in the Under-14 female surf race and the Ironperson and placed seventh in the board race.
Kieran Braddish placed fourth in the Under-14 male beach sprint and fifth in the board race.
Other Umina competitors to make finals were Molly Murphy and Kirsten Miller.
Email, 24 Jan 2013
Peter Talty, Umina Surf Club