Ellie Harrison joins Irukandjis for El Salvador ISA Games

BARWON Heads surfer Ellie Harrison will proudly wear the green and gold at the ISA World Surfing Games in El Salvador next month.

The 20-year-old was unveiled as a member of the Irukandjis Australian surfing team last night (Wednesday August 20).

The ISA World Surfing Games is one of the sport’s most prestigious international events, marking a critical chapter in the global surfing calendar.

It will form part of the official qualification pathway for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

The Irukandjis team departed from Brisbane yesterday, with time to surf and prepare ahead of the competition and the ISA Opening Ceremony.

Harrison is a four-time Australian junior champion and is well regarded for her explosive turns and strong performances on the WSL Challenger Series.

The up-and-coming star has surfed in the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach on two occasions, finishing 9th and 5th respectively over the past two years.

She said she couldn’t wait to take on the world’s best on El Salvador’s iconic coastline.

“I competed at the ISA Open Worlds in 2023, so being selected again to represent Australia is really special.

“I’m really looking forward to spending time with the incredible team and making the most of the sick waves El Salvador has to offer.”

Joining Harrison in the Australian team are Sally Fitzgibbons, Milla Brown, Morgan Cibilic, Callum Robson and Dane Henry.

Surfing Australia’s national high-performance director Kate Wilcomes said squad has the perfect blend of seasoned champions and hungry newcomers.

“The 2025 Irukandji Opens team is a force to be reckoned with. With the most winning ISA surfer, Sally Fitzgibbons, leading the charge, and rising stars like World Junior ISA champions Dane Henry and Milla Brown stepping into the spotlight, this team blends elite experience with the fierce energy of the next generation. Australia is ready to make its mark at the ISA World Championships.”

The ISA World Surfing Games will be held from September 5th – 14th, 2025 at El Sunzal, Surf City, El Salvador.

Follow the Australian team via surfingaustralia.com/irukandjis or @theirukandjis on Instagram.