Killcare surf team make hall of fame

Surf Life Saving Australia has inducted the Killcare Men's Beach Relay team into the Surf Life Saving Australia Hall of Fame.

From 2000 to 2006, the Killcare Men's Beach Relay team won five consecutive titles at the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships, five consecutive titles at the NSW Surf Life Saving Championships and four consecutive World Titles.

Club coach Mr John Bourne said the team was thrilled to be recognised by Surf Life Saving Australia for their achievements.

"Our team was formed in 1999, mainly to boost patrol numbers for Killcare Surf Life Saving Club," he said.

"The club only had 20 patrolling members at that stage so the new relay team combined with the local winter swimming clubs added much needed numbers.

"Our first season together, we won the State, Aussies and World titles which was an amazing feat.

"Over the years, we had a few relay members change due to injury, work commitments and geography but the team spirit and enthusiasm stayed the same."

The Surf Life Saving Australia Hall of Fame was founded in 2002 and recognises members or teams who have provided an outstanding contribution to surf lifesaving.

Media Release, 1 Sep 2011 Allison Brennan, SLSA