Lifesavers to head to Ocean Grove for state competition

December 7, 2024 BY Nathan Rivalland

Both water and beach disciplines will make up the event program at both carnivals. Photos: SUPPLIED

MORE than 750 athletes will vie for state honours this weekend at two surf lifesaving carnivals at Ocean Grove.

The first event of the LSV junior schedule will take place today (Saturday, December 7) before the senior age groups take to the water tomorrow (Sunday, December 8).

Competitors from all over the state are slated to appear, including local athletes from Ocean Grove, Jan Juc, Torquay, Barwon Heads 13th Beach and Point Lonsdale.

The event will feature more than 750 athletes from all over the state.

LSV summer of sport co-ordinator Tim Watson said it was sure to be a bumper weekend on the beach.

“We have 535 nipper competitors from 19 clubs across the state from U8-U13 age groups competing in beach, water and R&R events on Saturday, then we back it up on the Sunday with the second youth senior carnival where 261 competitors from 19 clubs will battle it out.

“It should be an action-packed weekend of racing. We can’t wait.”

Torquay’s Cosy Corner is the backup location for both surf carnival events.

For more information, head to lsv.com.au