Canada’s rising surf talent made a strong impression at the 2025 Rip Curl GromSearch National Final, held at Atlantic Park in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
The GromSearch Series a cornerstone of youth competitive surfing kicked off in Tofino, British Columbia (May 9–11) before bringing North America’s best young surfers together for the season’s grand finale. This year’s final once again showcased how far Canadian surfing has come, with strong performances and an inspiring display of sportsmanship from our national groms.
Canadian Finalists – 2025 GromSearch National Final
Ocea Green – 1st, Girls U16
Tanner Sandvig – 2nd, Boys U16
Teagan Sandvig – 6th, Girls U14
Shiloh Page – 12th, Girls U14
Dusty Bruhwiler – 10th, Boys U14
A special congratulations goes out to Ocea Green, who claimed the U16 Girls title, earning top honors and continuing to make her mark among North America’s most promising young surfers.
The Rip Curl GromSearch remains one of the most exciting pathways for developing athletes offering them a chance to gain competition experience, connect with sponsors, and push their performance on a global stage.
With ongoing support from Rip Curl Canada and the wider surf community, Canadian surfing’s next generation is proving that our surf scene is stronger and more connected than ever.
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