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SCHS Track & Field Qualifies 7 to Masters SPORTS/PAGE 20 County Awards $7.5 Million to Reinhold Family EYE ON SC/PAGE 3 Council Determines Interview Process to Fill Vacant Seat EYE ON SC/PAGE 9 LOCAL NEWS YOU CAN USE MAY 18-24, 2023 | VOLUME 18, ISSUE 20 sanclementetimes.com Local lifeguarding and surfing experts share tips on how to be safe while swimming and surfing at San Clemente and Dana Point beaches. Photo: Breeana Greenberg Beachgoing Basics Lifeguards, Surfers Give Advice on Beach Day Safety EYE ON SC/PAGE 6 INSIDE: Special Section
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Assemblymember Davies Looks to Establish Youth Water Safety State Grant

Representing coastal cities in South Orange County and North San Diego County, Assemblymember Laurie Davies looks to facilitate swim lessons for underserved youth by establishing a state Youth Water Safety Grant this National Water Safety Month.

Introduced in mid-February, Assembly Bill 1056 would require the state’s Department of Parks and Recreation to establish the California Water Safety Grant, giving nonprofits and public agencies opportunities to apply for up to $25,000 in funding for swim programs.

According to the bill, the grant would help fund “nonprofit organizations, special districts, and city or county parks and recreation departments to provide free swimming lessons for low-income and at-risk youth.”

Davies said she was inspired after San Diego County provided swim lessons and water safety grants to community-based businesses and nonprofits.

“What it does is, the grant will be able to be given to YMCAs and your local

community pools so that they can go ahead and have these classes available for the community,” Davies said. “I believe that when they did that in North San Diego, they were able to teach over 8,000 students.”

“That’s huge,” Davies continued. “And when you consider what we can do at a statewide level, we can save so many unintentional deaths when it comes to drowning.”

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is a leading cause of death for children, with an estimated 4,000 “fatal unintentional drownings” every year.

“I think the No. 1 thing is to save lives,” Davies said. “Children, 0 to 5, can actually drown in 2 inches of water. It’s a massive issue when you consider that drowning is the third-leading cause of unintentional injuries, deaths worldwide, and that’s according to the CDC.”

“But these are deaths that could be stopped, and so education is everything,” Davies continued.

The Orange County Fire Authority recommends learning the “ABCs of drowning prevention”: Active Adult Supervision, Barriers and Classes.

OCFA recommends having a “water watcher,” an adult who knows how to swim to watch over those in the water; keeping barriers around pools and spas to avoid unattended children from falling in; and taking swim and water

County Awards $7.5 Million to Family of Slain Homeless Man Kurt Reinhold

The family of Kurt Reinhold, the homeless, unarmed Black man whom a deputy shot and killed during an altercation with police in San Clemente in September 2020, feels as if they have achieved justice for their loved one’s death, according to their legal counsel.

Those sentiments were spurred on by the Orange County Board of Supervisors’ 4-0 vote on May 9 that approved a $7.5 million settlement awarded to the Reinhold family. The family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Orange County Sheriff’s Department and the two deputies involved in the 2020 incident.

Neil Gehlawat, who represented Reinhold’s family alongside John Taylor of Taylor & Ring, told the San Clemente Times the family was “pleased with

the result,” having spoken with them regarding the OC Board of Supervisors’ decision.

“Obviously, no amount of money is ever going to bring Kurt back, but they feel that this settlement is vindication for what happened,” Gehlawat said.

“It represents an amount that clearly demonstrates the county is taking accountability for what happened.”

A spokesperson for OCSD said the department would not comment on the settlement.

On Sept. 23, 2020, deputies Eduardo Duran and Jonathan Israel—members of OCSD’s Homeless Outreach Team—approached Reinhold after they reportedly had witnessed him jaywalk along South El Camino Real, near the

rescue classes.

“Make sure that if your kids are in a swimming pool or at the ocean that you know that they’re supervised,” Davies said. “Never swim alone. These are just key things. What’s important is that education saves lives.”

Davies added that it’s important that swim education be equitable and that “everyone has an opportunity to be able to learn how to swim.”

“Swimming really is a life skill that everyone should be taught,” Davies said. “I had the opportunity to be able to learn how to swim as a kid, and it gives you that opportunity … to actually enjoy all the facilities that we have throughout our communities.”

Emphasizing the State of California’s existing outdoor equity grants, Davies noted that “there’s nothing in those grants specifically designed for the purpose of training kids how to swim.”

“We talk about equity; when you look

Hotel Miramar.

The interaction between the deputies and Reinhold escalated into an altercation. The deputies pinned Reinhold to the ground, and Duran fired two shots at Reinhold after Israel claimed Reinhold had reached for and tried to remove the officer’s firearm.

The county Board of Supervisors’ settlement approval comes just over a year after the Orange County District Attorney’s office concluded its investigation and announced it would not charge Duran for his conduct, finding he had acted in a “reasonable and justifiable manner.”

Both officers were also justified in believing they needed to use deadly force to protect themselves, according to the DA’s office, which added that although Reinhold didn’t technically jaywalk, he did commit other violations.

Occurring at a time when nationwide protests were calling on governments to increase their accountability of law

at who can and cannot afford swim lessons or don’t have the community pools in their neighborhoods, it’s lower-income communities or immigrant communities,” Davies said. “Frankly, nobody should be left behind.

Davies continued that access to public beaches in California is a right, and “one’s ability to swim should not hamper their abilities to use these facilities.”

The bill passed the Assembly’s Committee on Water, Parks and Wildlife in midApril and has now gone into suspense—a legislative procedure to consider a bill’s fiscal impact—while it awaits discussion from the Committee on Appropriations.

“Right now, it’s in suspense, so we’re really hoping that we’ll know in a couple of weeks if it goes forward,” Davies said. “We sure would like to have any support we can.”

Davies added that those looking to support the bill can contact the governor and encourage the bill to move forward.

enforcement following George Floyd’s death while in police custody, Reinhold’s own death sparked multiple protests locally.

Following the DA’s decision, demonstrators in April 2022 marched from the Hotel Miramar—near where Reinhold was killed—to Historic City Hall in Downtown San Clemente.

Gehlawat said all settlement negotiations are confidential. He shared that parties will agree to a settlement with the understanding that going to trial could have its risks, including losing the case or not achieving a desired outcome.

He added that both the county and the Reinholds’ representation found the number of $7.5 million “agreeable.”

“We obviously felt that this was a very righteous case, that the deputies used excessive force, that they had no reason to stop Mr. Reinhold in the first place on that day,” said Gehlawat. “And the county and the deputies obviously had their positions on the case.”

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This National Water Safety Month, Assemblymember Laurie Davies looks to facilitate swim lessons for underserved youth by establishing a state Youth Water Safety Grant. Photo: Courtesy of Nork Photography/Pexels

Casa Romantica Officials Call for Support, Resiliency at 1st Benefit Dinner Since

Landslide

Attendees of the benefit dinner and concert that the Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens organized on May 11 in San Juan Capistrano were treated to fine food and a riveting musical performance as part of the nonprofit’s initial efforts to return to normalcy.

Renowned singer Alicia Olatuja and her band played reimagined versions of songs composed by women during the cultural organization’s first hosted event since the landslide struck at the historic property on April 27, damaging its Ocean Terrace.

Since then, the San Clemente-based organization has turned to the public for support in the face of financial uncertainty, with the benefit dinner at the Franciscan Gardens in neighboring San Juan serving as an opportunity to rally its supporters.

Executive Director Amy Behrens spoke last Thursday to an audience filled with regular contributors to the center’s programming, as did others from the Casa Romantica Board of Trustees.

She thanked the City of San Clemente for its partnership and work in remedying the situation as quickly as possible and mentioned the “outpouring of support” Casa Romantica has already received from the community. Behrens reiterated that they look to reopen parts of the property by the end of May and to organize Memorial Day events as well.

“(Board President Ruth DeNault) said to me last week, ‘This is not a disaster; this is a problem to be solved,’ ” Behrens recalled. “With your help, we can solve this. We’re going to need your help, we’re going to need our whole community’s help, not just tonight … but in the

months ahead and likely in the years ahead.”

DeNault assured the audience that the landmark estate itself—town founder Ole Hanson’s former home—is in good shape.

Treasurer David Westendorf, who underwrote the event along with his wife, Carolyn, said he has enjoyed being a part of such a unique organization since around 2003 and spoke bluntly about the landslide that will have a serious effect on the organization moving forward.

“I think that we’ve been presented with a really unique challenge, (considering) the fact that we’ve been doing

a live auction and also pledged gifts of $250, $500, and $1,000, heeding the call to raise $250,000 by the end of June and assist the organization in getting back on its feet.

Scott Borst, who has contributed to Casa Romantica along with his wife for 10 years, attended the event and spoke to the San Clemente Times of his children’s longtime participation in music camps and other children’s programming.

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

THURSDAY, MAY 18

Zoning Administration

3-4:30 p.m. The city’s Zoning Administration will conduct a regularly scheduled meeting at San Clemente City Hall, located at 910 Calle Negocio. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.

so well, and all of a sudden we’ve been kicked in the shins a little bit,” Westendorf said. “We will come back.”

He also encouraged people to speak with their friends, family and neighbors about contributing to Casa Romantica’s resurgence.

Because of the cultural center’s closure, preventing numerous weddings and other events from happening onsite, Casa Romantica has had to refund more than $180,000, according to event emcee Vincent Zapian.

“This has been a double whammy,” Zapian said, referring to the steady loss of money and inability to bring in revenue with events.

Audience members participated in

“The house is an icon of San Clemente, and it’s been there for many years,” Borst said. “I think it’s a place to go just to appreciate where we live and the arts and culture stuff. It’s good for us to expose our kids to that.”

According to the city, emergency work began on Friday, May 12, to temporarily stabilize the impacted slope. The project will include placing some soil excavated from a large buildup on the north end of the landslide at the vertical face near the Casa Romantica building.

“Soil will also be removed from the condominium building to relieve any pressure,” the city said in a press release. “This work is a temporary stabilization effort, and more permanent work will be needed to secure the Casa Romantica building, as well as the entire slope in the future. Design of a permanent solution has already begun.”

FRIDAY, MAY 19

Beachside Chat

8-9 a.m. Join San Clemente residents and dignitaries for the weekly Beachside Chat, a spirited, town hall forum on community issues led by a slate of rotating hosts. Capt. Jay Christian, chief of San Clemente Police Services, will be the guest speaker. The chats are held at Dorothy Visser Senior Center, located at 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente. All are welcome.

SATURDAY, MAY 20

Challenging Cancer

10-11:30 a.m. The Challenging Cancer group is conducting weekly meetings through Zoom video conferences. The meetings are open to caregivers, people who have a compromised immune system, and people dealing with cancer. To join, email donnavigil2@gmail.com or linda_crdv@yahoo.com. heritagesc.org.

TUESDAY, MAY 23

San Clemente City Council

1:30 p.m. The San Clemente City Council will conduct a special meeting in person for the purpose of discussing the upcoming 20232024 Fiscal Year budget at the Council Chambers at City Hall. The meeting will also be livestreamed on city’s YouTube channel. City Hall, 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.

Because I Love You (BILY)

6:30-8:30 p.m. The organization Because I Love You (BILY), which helps parents navigate through whatever parenting challenges they may be facing (e.g., failure to launch, substance misuse, disrespect), conducts its weekly meetings on Tuesdays via Zoom video conference and in person/Zoom the first Tuesday of each month at the Outlets at San Clemente’s Conference Room. For detailed instructions on how to participate, email bilysanclemente@gmail.com.

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With Casa Romantica Board President Ruth DeNault seated by her side, Casa Romantica Executive Director Amy Behrens speaks to an audience at a benefit dinner and concert in San Juan Capistrano on May 11. Photo: C. Jayden Smith
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Lifeguards, Surfers Give Advice on Beach Day Safety

With the end of the school year fast approaching and Memorial Day weekend around the corner, the middle of May means San Clemente’s and Dana Point’s beaches are about to see millions of visitors.

Ahead of the unofficial start to summer, the San Clemente Times spoke with local lifeguards and surfers to glean safety tips and tricks for beachgoers, and to discuss the meanings behind the various flags flown above lifeguard towers.

Ian Burton is a marine safety officer for the City of San Clemente and 34-year lifeguarding veteran. Burton, who has served in San Clemente’s Marine Safety Division for 16 years, provided explanations behind each flag that visitors may see at the beach and other pertinent information.

“One of the key things that we teach folks when (they’re) coming down to the beach is to be aware of what the conditions are,” he said.

A green flag signifies light conditions; yellow advises people to swim with caution because of an increase in surf size or the strength of currents; and red means the conditions in the ocean are hazardous because of extremely strong rip currents.

“Definitely know your limits,” said Burton. “Make sure that you’re very comfortable in yellow conditions. If you’re going out in red, it doesn’t mean that you can’t go out, but it definitely means that you should really think twice.”

Additionally, the lifeguards display yellow flags with black circles on them to prohibit surfing in the area, which can be used at different times throughout the day and serves to separate casual swimming areas from places for surfing and non-powered watercraft. The flags are flown at T-Street Beach in the morning and at night, for example, leaving the middle of the day for swimmers to enjoy the water without fear of colliding with a surfer.

When purple flags are flown, that indicates the presence of marine life, such as stingrays.

The flags can change from green to yellow or yellow to red in the middle of the day, according to Burton, as either dispatchers in the Marine Safety Headquarters or tower guards can alert other lifeguards of increases in the surf or accel-

erating rip currents.

He added that lifeguards most often rescue people on yellow-flag days, as red flags intimidate some into staying out of the water.

“If there’s lulls in between the sets—like if there’s a 10-minute lull in between the larger sets—it gives people a sense of false security,” Burton said. “(People say), ‘The surf’s not that big; I can go farther out,’ and then all of a sudden, you’re out there and that larger set rolls in.”

The lifeguards update the water conditions at 8 a.m., noon and 4 p.m. each day, using whiteboards at each station to list the current flag situation, as well as the height of the surf, high and low tides, water temperature, and the weather.

Other ocean safety resources include the

on doing and make sure their boogie boards have a leash attached, according to Burton, who said his division also recommends wearing fins.

“No matter what the surf size is, if you’re out there body surfing or boogie boarding, you’ll catch way more waves; you’ll have more fun,” he said about fins. “Plus, you’ll be a stronger swimmer if you get into trouble.”

According to the San Clemente Lifeguard and Junior Guard Foundation— which works to provide support and resources to local lifeguards and junior lifeguards—more than 2.5 million people visit San Clemente city beaches each year.

In 2022, San Clemente lifeguards conducted 2,686 rescues; 54,406 preventative contacts; 57,386 public education contacts; and 1,184 first aids with no lives lost, according to data provided by the foundation.

going out to the horizon,” Gudauskas said. “But once you do notice that you are moving away from the shore … and how you’re moving in the water can give you those early awareness tips if you’re going into a riptide.”

For surfers feeling inexperienced or are challenging themselves, Gudauskas added that it’s a good idea to wear a leash.

“If you lose your board, that puts you in a challenging situation,” Gudauskas said. “If you’re feeling stressed, now you have to figure out how to get back to shore swimming-wise. But when you always have your board nearby, you can always use that as a float device and feel that sense of calmness.”

city’s Beach Report at san-clemente.org, reports from surfline.com, and various apps that provide similar information.

For families coming down for a beach day, Burton advised checking water conditions before leaving home and speaking with the nearby lifeguards once they arrive.

“Our lifeguards have been up in the tower for a couple hours by the time those families get down here,” he said. “They can give you an idea (of the current situation by saying), ‘This spot over here has had a lot of rip currents; it’s been kind of a hotspot. Why don’t you guys set up down this way?’”

If the day is a red-flag day, it’s best to avoid the beach and keep young children safe, Burton added. His other advice included swimming in front of lifeguards, never swimming alone, and knowing everyone’s limits.

Visitors should bring the right equipment for whatever activity they plan

When surfer Dane Gudauskas, originally from San Clemente, heads out to the beach, he likes to take some time to assess water conditions before getting into the water. He added that if it’s an area he’s not familiar with, it’s helpful to ask a lifeguard where the rip currents are, the best place to paddle out and what the swells are looking like.

“If you can feel that there’s a big swell in the water or it’s quite strong ocean energy—again, just taking that moment to pause and really reflect on the strength of the ocean that you’re never going to be in a situation where you can overpower it,” said Gudauskas.

“You really want to understand your safety routes,” Gudauskas continued. “If you are in a sketchy spot like a riptide, paddle sideways to the shore.”

Rip currents tend to be discolored and choppy, so one might notice that it almost looks like a river going out from the shoreline, said Gudauskas, one of the co-founders of the local nonprofit Positive Vibe Warriors.

“A lot of times, many don’t even recognize that they’re in one until they’re in it and it’s just the water from underneath

Greg Hulsizer of the San Clemente Lifeguard and Junior Guard Foundation said that it’s important to know which boards are appropriate for different wave conditions.

“Wave storms are wonderful for people to learn; they’re great for places like Doheny (State Beach), but you’re not going to take a wave storm out at a critical break,” Hulsizer said. “You’ll find yourself in over your head really quickly, and if you do, someone will help you out.”

Hulsizer noted that important basic rules of surfing to keep in mind are to “never turn your board sideways, always keep it pointed straight and out and never bail on your board; always hold onto your board because if you bail off and that leash breaks, it’s going to get somebody else.”

Having a strong foundation of swimming before heading out on the water is an absolute imperative, Gudauskas added. He said those who want to get into surfing should first have a strong foundation of swimming.

“Spend some time in the pool, get to know swim stroke, feel comfortable in the water column before you go out and get into the lineup,” Gudauskas said.

Editor’s Note: An extended version of this story can be found at sanclementetimes.com.

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Local lifeguarding and surfing experts share tips on how to be safe while swimming and surfing at San Clemente and Dana Point beaches. Photo: Breeana Greenberg Ahead of the influx of beachgoers this summer, San Clemente Marine Safety Officer Ian Burton details the meaning behind the various flags flown at lifeguard towers. Photo: Breeana Greenberg
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Proposed Legislation Aims to Modify Superintendent Dismissal Process

A pending bill in the California State Legislature is looking to change how school boards would go about dismissing a superintendent.

Senate Bill 494, which Sen. Josh Newman (D-Fullerton) introduced, would require school boards to provide more than 24 hours of notice if they want to dismiss a public school district official. A minimum of a 72-hour notice would be required before a public meeting at which a district superintendent and/or assistant superintendent could be terminated without cause, a news release from Newman’s office said.

“SB 494 will ensure greater transparency and accountability in school district governing board proceedings and ensure stability and transparency in school district governance,” Newman said.

The measure comes after the Capistrano Unified School District Board

of Trustees voted last December to terminate the contract of former Superintendent Kirsten Vital Brulte for unexplained reasons. The termination of Brulte’s contract was said to be without cause.

The Board of Trustees is considering candidates for the superintendent position and expects that person to begin their role this July.

Newly elected trustees Michael Parham and Gary Davis, who won last November’s races for the respective Area 2 and 4 seats on the board, were among the four trustees who voted to end Brulte’s role as superintendent.

If enacted, SB 494 would prohibit school boards from taking action to terminate a superintendent or assistant superintendent within 30 days after first convening following a board election.

Newman’s office mentioned circumstances similar to CUSD that occurred in the Orange Unified School District, where its board called a special meeting with 24 hours’ notice over the past winter break to dismiss the district’s superintendent and assistant superintendent.

“Similar scenarios are being reported throughout the state, with many instances of sudden district leadership changes appearing politically moti -

Council Determines Interview Process to Fill Vacant Seat

The San Clemente City Council will hold a special meeting early next week to hear from each candidate vying for the open seat on the council, per a unanimous vote on Tuesday night, May 16.

Next Tuesday, May 23, candidates will have three minutes each to make their case in front of the council before the elected officials take a break to use a nomination ranking sheet, with candidates receiving the most votes proceeding.

The council’s budget workshop meeting already scheduled for the same day will be moved up to 1:30 p.m. from 4 p.m. to accommodate the candidate interviews. City officials anticipate the workshop to last two hours at most, giving the councilmembers a 30-minute recess before the interviews.

After councilmembers rank the candidates, they’ll return to the dais to deliberate whether to interview the remaining candidates that night or come back at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24 to do so.

After voting on May 2 to allow registered San Clemente voters over 18 to apply and placing an advertisement in

the San Clemente Times, the city received 23 applications by its May 15 deadline, according to City Clerk Laura Campagnolo.

The list of those who applied to serve out the remainder of former Councilmember Gene James’ term, which expires in December 2024, include past officials Don Brown and Tim Brown, current commission members such as Rick Loeffler and Gary McCaughan, and past campaign candidates such as Donna Vidrine and Zhen Wu.

City staff placed three options in front of the council to narrow down the list. The council chose selecting up to five candidates each, with the candidates who received the highest rankings moving on to the interview round.

The council also could have opted for each councilmember to select their two top choices for a maximum of eight interviews, or having the council vote on each of the 23 candidates, advancing every candidate who received two or more votes to the next stage.

Mayor Pro Tem Steve Knoblock was the first to suggest giving each applicant a platform, stating that the city had

vated, resulting in avoidable levels of contention, distrust, and disruption in affected school communities,” the release from Newman’s office said.

received “excellent” applications, and he wanted to know more about the names he hadn’t seen before.

He said he thought it was possible for the applicants to give a brief presentation, the council to pick a top two or three, and conduct interviews all in one night.

“I think we need to give it enough time to make sure we’ve properly interviewed and vetted and seen the candidates, because there are a number of them (who) I don’t know,” said Knoblock.

Councilmember Victor Cabral disagreed, saying he already had an idea of whom he’d choose to move on after only reading the applications.

He added that essentially cramming a year-long political campaign for an open seat into a few minutes wouldn’t provide much more information than what was on the applications. He advocated for spending more time vetting each candidate before his idea was shot down.

The council eventually came to agree on holding a special meeting and paring down the list of applicants to at least five for them to interview. Mayor Chris Duncan added that the ranked-choice system would be the best option, as it would provide a glimpse of which candidates received support from numerous councilmembers.

Cabral also pointed out that sug-

The State Senate approved the bill on Monday, May 15. SB 494 must next be considered by the State Assembly to move forward.

ar-sweet statements from applicants mentioning how much they love the city and not distinguishing themselves would likely not earn them an interview.

“There’s a lot of issues that we’re confronted with, (and) if you don’t tell us what you really think about the issues and just say, ‘I love the beaches …,’ that doesn’t tell me anything,” Cabral said.

For the interview process, the council chose interviewing the final candidates individually over a forum setting, as they felt the latter option also wouldn’t serve well to set each person apart and allow them to express their own thoughts.

The councilmembers will have two questions each to ask the candidates, and candidates will have one minute to answer each question.

When notifying the public of the upcoming special meeting, the information included will be broad, to give the councilmembers flexibility to appoint a new councilmember on the spot if they all have a consensus, to choose to interview candidates that night, or to hold interviews on Wednesday, May 24.

A candidate must have at least three affirmative votes from councilmembers to be appointed.

The council has until June 28, 60 days after James’ resignation, to appoint a new councilmember or call for a special election.

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Former Capistrano Unified School District Superintendent Kirsten Vital Brulte (right) was dismissed from her role during a specially called meeting by the Board of Trustees. Pending state legislation could modify how school boards can terminate district leaders. Photo: File/Allison Jarrell

The Stars Behind the Headlines

Every successful team has superstars who avoid the headlines—those who toil behind the scenes to make the final product look great.

We’re no different here at Picket Fence Media, as you’ve learned from earlier columns in which I’ve written about folks such as Tim Trent, our hyper-dependable local delivery man.

Another person who deserves recognition for her important contribution to our team is PFM Production Manager Inna Cazares.

Inna has been our production manager since 2020, starting just a month after the COVID-19 pandemic shut the world down. I’ve known Inna since 2000, when she had

worked with me as a production manager while I was president of The Enthusiast Network’s Action Sports Group (2000-2003; 2010-2020), running iconic action sports brands such as Surfer, Powder, Bike, TransWorld Skateboarding and many more.

(Coincidentally, Inna worked with PFM Associate Publisher Lauralyn Loynes for many of those years, as LL was the group production manager at Surfer Publications.)

In fact, Inna served for 35 years for the many ownership iterations after answering a job posting in the PennySaver for an Assistant to the Publisher at Powder Magazine back in 1985.

“The job sounded like something I

A CONNECTED DOWNTOWN IS A THRIVING DOWNTOWN

Have you heard of Chef José Andrés?

An upscale chef, Andrés drops into areas in crisis—those affected by hurricanes, earthquakes or in war zones— and sets up mobile kitchens feeding thousands.

From the comfort of his restaurant business, he takes a giant flying leap out of his comfort zone to connect and to help. His blog, “Longer Tables,” promotes inclusivity to build stronger communities.

I love this analogy and like to envision one very, very long table down the center of Avenida Del Mar with room for each of us who calls San Clemente home.

Crêpes from Antoine’s and La Galette, perhaps, or deliciousness from Mongkut Thai and Hot-N-Chili? Pitchers of Avila’s margaritas (Juan’s, of course), and Sugar Blossom cupcakes as far as the eye can see—what a sight that would be!

Back to reality, businesses here are taking big, brave leaps of their own. H.H. Cotton’s introduced Country Night on Mondays with line dancing, FAM is energized by a new logo, and J’Adore Café has applied for a liquor license.

Opening new shops are The Treatment Skin Boutique, Perspire Sauna Studio, The Side Street Art Studio, and Soul Align Chiropractic and Yoga. Check them out and welcome them to town.

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would like to do,” said Inna, who was born and raised in the shadow of Dodger Stadium in Echo Park, the first-generation U.S.-born daughter of Russian immigrants.

Inna is an amazing employee and an even nicer person. She and her husband, David, celebrated 43 years of marriage at the end of April and have two adult children: Athena and Mike.

She works remotely these days, as she and her husband moved to a small town near Sequoia National Forest during the pandemic, where they enjoy walks in the woods with their dog, Winston.

“I am lucky to work with talented people that are good at what they do,” said Inna, when reflecting on what she likes most about her job. “As a team, we all bring something different to the papers.”

It truly takes a team to do what we do, day in and day out! SC

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Hosted by Shank & Associates Insurance at their impressive space above Del Mar, it was great fun to mix and mingle across our business and nonprofit communities. We believe a connected downtown is a thriving downtown, so in that spirit, please join us next month on June 15 at Antoine’s.

SCDBA members get in free. Guests are warmly welcomed and asked to contribute $10 when they RSVP online at scdb.org.

The 27th annual San Clemente Car Show cruises into town on June 10.

Ride the trolley downtown for oohs and aahs when more than 200 beautifully restored cars line Del Mar. Enjoy live classic rock from popular OC band The Chancers, slot cars, food, a dad’s raffle, and shopping—don’t forget to vote for “Fan Fave.”

Kicking off at 10 a.m. is a flag presentation by Camp Pendleton USMC Color Guard and The Star-Spangled Banner performance by Aubrie Reichert of Community Outreach Alliance Music. Sweet pups are welcome and encouraged to stop by Fido’s Fill-Up Station for a Three Dog Bakery treat.

The Car Show Team is looking for sponsors and volunteers.

Big thanks to those already in our Winners Circle of Sponsors: Nissan San Juan Capistrano, Capistrano Toyota, Capistrano VW/Mazda, Capistrano Ford, Auto Addiction, Aitken Aitken Cohn, Farmers & Merchants Bank, H.H. Cotton’s, Mikii’s On Del Mar, Ocean Estate Law, and Biggie’s Burgers. This event is fueled by your generosity and partnership.

The San Clemente Village Art Faire is the perfect Saturday stroll.

The first Saturday of each month, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the shady lawns of the community center, you’ll be delighted by the works of dozens of talented artists and craftspeople. Details at scdba.org/villageart-faire.

So, here’s to escaping our comfort zones to connect and to help. The San Clemente Downtown Business Association invites you to get involved by joining the SCDBA, volunteering, sponsoring, or enjoying the fun at downtown events. In other words, come have a seat at our very, very long downtown table! SC

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The List

What’s going on in and around town this week

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THURSDAY | 18

TABLE TENNIS THURSDAYS

10 a.m.-noon. Intermediate to advanced players who are at least 45 years old are invited to play table tennis at the Shorecliffs Terrace Mobile Home Park every Thursday for free. Shorecliffs Terrace, 3000 Calle Nuevo, San Clemente. 949.481.2275.

PIERPRIDE YACHT ROCK CRUISE

5-7 p.m. Celebrate PierPride’s 95th anniversary by taking part in the 2023 Yacht Rock Cruise, featuring live music from the Bunch of Guys Band. Sail to San Clemente’s Municipal Pier and enjoy appetizers and a beautiful sunset. Boarding is at 4:45 p.m. at Dana Wharf in Dana Point Harbor. Tickets are $95 per person. pierpride.org.

FRIDAY | 19

LINE DANCING FRIDAYS

10-11 a.m. Join Age Well Senior Services for line dancing every Friday at San Clemente’s senior center. No partner required. For a $5 donation, learn some easy and fun line dances to get you moving. Carrie Wojo teaches all over South Orange County and makes it easy to stay active and have fun. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente. 949.498.3322.

YOUTH PROGRAMMING AT THE NOBLE PATH FOUNDATION

4:30 p.m. The Noble Path Foundation hosts events multiple times a week to get youth and young adults out and about and participating in safe, productive activities. There will be an improv lesson from 4:30-5:30 p.m., and TGIF Night starting at 6 p.m.—the theme being video games on numerous consoles.

The Noble Path Foundation, 420 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.234.7259. thenoblepathfoundation.org.

LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S

7 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular San Clemente lounge. Kenny Williams and the Stomp Down Riders will perform. Iva Lee’s Restaurant & Lounge, 555 N. El Camino Real, Suite E, San Clemente. 949.361.2855. ivalees.com.

SATURDAY | 20

SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE

9-11 a.m. South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts. The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. southoccarsandcoffee.com.

SAN CLEMENTE MUSIC FESTIVAL

11 a.m.-3 p.m. The Community Outreach Alliance is hosting a summer kickoff event meant to bring together the community and advocate for youth and adult wellness. Enjoy live performances from talented young adults associated with COA Entertainment. The event also includes a Wellness Resource Fair, speakers, food trucks, prizes and more. The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. coaentertainment@gmail.com. eventbrite.com.

GEEKS WHO DRINK TRIVIA NIGHT

7-9 p.m. Left Coast Brewing presents

TUESDAY | 23: 4TH ANNUAL TRITON FILM FESTIVAL

6 p.m. San Clemente High’s Film Production program, which comprises sophomores, juniors and seniors, will premiere 12 original short films on campus in the Little Theatre. The creatives have spent the school year experimenting with various forms of storytelling, immersing themselves in writing, directing, producing, and editing original stories. Judged by alums/ filmmakers Troy Munson (Class of 2019) and Raquel Wagner (Class of 2019), along with LA-based screenwriter Stephen Kelly, the event’s fourth iteration will showcase the creative and collaborative efforts of everyone involved. There is no cost to attend, and everyone is invited. For more information, visit the program’s Instagram account: @ schs.film. San Clemente High, 700 Avenida Pico, San Clemente. 949.492.4165, ext. 13956. jobisch@capousd.org.

trivia modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland and the United Kingdom, covering everything from Hungary to the Hunger Games. Teams can include up to six people. Winning teams earn bar cash and other prizes. Left Coast Tasting Room, 1251 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente. eventvesta.com.

STAND-UP COMEDY NIGHT

7:30 p.m. Have some laughs during this stand-up comedy event. San Juan Capistrano community fixture Jim Taylor will perform, along with Fritz Coleman. Tickets are $21.50 for a table seat or $19.50 for the mezzanine section. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. caminorealplayhouse.org.

SUNDAY | 21

STAND UP TO TRASH BEACH CLEANUP: OCEAN MAMAS

9-11 a.m. Join Stand Up to Trash at Baby Beach and the Ocean Institute for a beach cleanup followed by a Lunch and Learn at the Ocean Institute. This month’s theme is “Ocean Mamas,” with featured speaker Nona the Naturalist from Dana Wharf. Lunch will be provided. Dana Point Harbor, 24800 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. standuptotrash.com.

SAN CLEM ENTE FARMERS MARKET

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables and artisanal goods from organic growers along Avenida Del Mar. 949 361 8200. san-clemente.org.

CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE

7 p.m. Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popu -

lar South Orange County venue. Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons tribute act Let’s Hang On will perform. Tickets are $35. Doors open at 5 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

MONDAY | 22

BRIDGE GAME

12:30 p.m. The South Orange County Bridge Club hosts bridge games, Monday through Saturday. The club is a nonprofit owned by the members and welcomes people to use their minds and develop new friendships. They also offer classes for bridge players of different levels. 31461 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite 205, San Juan Capistrano. galesenter@cox.net.

COUNTRY N IGHT AT H.H. COTTON’S

6 p.m. This popular downtown restaurant offers a night full of country music and line dancing for all ages. Beginners will have the floor from 6-7 p.m., followed by advanced dancers from 7:30-8:30 p.m. The floor will be open to all from 8:30-10 p.m. H.H. Cotton’s, 201 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.945.6616. hhcottons.com.

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7-10 p.m. Play your own percussion, acoustic or electric instruments every Monday night at Knuckleheads. Amps are allowed, but drums are not. Knuckleheads, 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

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1:30 p.m. Every Wednesday, the Dorothy Visser Senior Center will host Bingo. The center will begin selling cards at 1 p.m., with the game starting promptly at 1:30. The buy-in is $12 for 10 games with four cards and a special pick-yournumber game. For more information, contact the center at 949.498.3322. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente.

YOUTH PROGRAMMING AT THE NOBLE PATH FOUNDATION

4:30-7:30 p.m. The Noble Path Foundation hosts events multiple times a week to get youth and young adults out and about and participating in safe, productive activities. Guitar lessons start at 4:30 p.m., followed by a fitness class at 5:30 p.m. and Creative Collaboration at 6:30 p.m. The Noble Path Foundation, 420 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.234.7259. thenoblepathfoundation.org.

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GUEST OPINION | Life’s a Beach by Shelley Murphy

AIM HIGH—A SUMMER OF OPPORTUNITY

This time of year, one sentence is sure to send a shiver up some parents’ spines: Capistrano Unified students start their summer break in two weeks.

While kids are excited, some parents are scrambling for solutions to keep kids engaged this summer.

Cindi Juncal, a lifelong child advocate, recognizes that summer is a great time for students to learn life skills not taught in school.

Juncal founded The Noble Path Foundation (TNPF), a 501(c)(3), in 2013 and remains focused on helping the youth in our community reach their highest potential by promoting healthy lifestyle choices, safe social activities and motivational mentoring.

Next month, Juncal combines the power of mentorship and opportunity when she launches TNPF’s “AIM High for Summer” online fundraiser.

“Our online auction offers unique, oneof-a-kind experiences to young people trying to figure out what they want to be when they grow up,” said Juncal.

The fundraiser is an opportunity for kids to interact with professionals work-

ing in industries they hope one day to join.

experience with Firestone IndyNXT at Laguna Seca Raceway.

Unified Board of Trustees and local civic leaders.

“Our program is helping armor teens with the tools needed to navigate the increasing dangerous waters of adolescence,” said Juncal.

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“Whether it’s being a doctor, video game programmer, or dog trainer, the best way to find out more about a career path is speaking to someone who has already made that journey and can describe both the joys and the pitfalls along the way,” said Juncal.

She added, “You can bid on an experience for your own child or gift an experience to an underserved or at-risk youth otherwise unable to participate.”

Juncal shared two of the mentor experiences included in the online auction.

Neil Alberico is a professional racecar driver and coach who believes in donating his time and resources to help others.

“Children are the future of this country. By supporting The Noble Path Foundation’s AIM High program, I know I’m providing an opportunity for kids to get ahead in life, ultimately making that future bright,” Alberico said.

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Orange County native Nik Needham is an NFL football player with the Miami Dolphins who recognizes the importance of giving back to his community.

The 26-year-old NFL cornerback said, “Putting kids on the right path by giving them the tools they need early in their lives can make all the difference in the world, and I’m happy to be a part of The Noble Path’s mission.”

Needham is offering a private “Madden NFL” gaming session and his thoughts on what it takes to make it to the NFL.

All proceeds from the online auction will fund the AIM High program; the next AIM High series kicks off on June 19. The seven-week leadership program stands for Advocacy, Inspiration and Mentorship.

Each week, AIM High pairs groups of teens with different leaders in the community to encourage inspirational conversations meant to motivate participants to achieve their goals.

Some of the mentors that TNPF partners with include the Wellness and Prevention Center, Laura’s House, San Clemente Rotary, and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.

AIM High is also endorsed by mental health professionals, physicians, teachers, nutritionists, law enforcement, Capistrano

In conjunction with AIM High’s presentations, participants are encouraged to attend social events during the week to foster peer relationships.

TNPF’s permanent home is a spacious historical building in Downtown San Clemente. There, TNPF provides a safe haven for youth and fun activities such as yoga, music lessons, meditation practice, and TGIF Friday events including karaoke, ping-pong tournaments, gaming and movie nights.

“Everything we offer at TNPF is absolutely free—there’s nothing else out there like us,” said Juncal.

Summer is an opportune time for teens to pursue new interests and, perhaps, discover their passion or purpose.

“The goal is to help as many kids as we can,” said Juncal.

To learn more, visit thenoblepathfoundation.org or email cindi@thenoblepathfoundation.org.

For more than 20 years, Shelley Murphy and her husband have lived in San Clemente, where she raised her two sons. She’s a freelance writer and has been a contributor to Picket Fence Media since 2006. SC

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San Clemente’s original streets were graded by tractors and mules to follow the natural contours of the terrain. The city’s first street builder and contractor, Oscar F. Easley, had surveyed the location prior to the work. The San Clemente Historical Society has some of his surveying equipment. This photo can be purchased from the San Clemente Historical Society at sanclementehistoricalsociety.org.

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More Than Enough

You may be seeing a lot of bright green ribbons this month. These ribbons honor Mental Health Awareness Month, with this year’s theme being More Than Enough. Our team of professionals at the Wellness & Prevention Center (WPC) notes that among the youth we work with, there is a pervasiveness of feelings of not being good enough and young people who share the belief that they are not enough.

This includes:

• Not getting good enough grades

• Not b eing good enough at sports

• Not b eing good enough at being a friend

• Not b eing good enough at taking care of themselves

• Not b eing a good enough child

None of us is born with this type of thinking; it evolves over time from experiences and the associated emotions from these experiences.

This negative self-talk can contribute to symptoms of depression, anxiety, disordered eating, and suicidal thoughts.

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The teen brain is very busy developing the prefrontal cortex, and these thoughts can become quite overwhelming rather quickly.

So, what can the adults who care for young people do?

First and foremost, we can be empathetic listeners. The most important skill in empathetic listening is to place value in what you are hearing, as opposed to denying the young person’s emotion.

An example would be:

Young person: “I am so stressed out; I will never do as well in school as my older brother.”

Adult: “That sounds like a difficult way to feel”—not “You are just as smart as your brother.”

By holding the emotion of a young person, you allow them to process their feelings. The next step would be to offer support: “Is there anything I could do to make you feel better?”

Teens are very adept at talking themselves out of negative self-talk and distressing situations and discovering a new perspective.

Red flags that negative self-talk is becoming symptomatic of mental health disorders include:

• Changes in sleep or appetite

• Decline in self-care (stops showering and/or caring about appearance)

• Loss of pleasure in activities they used to enjoy

• Any forms of self-harm

• Change in friend group

• Substance use

• Lower achievement at school

• Increased levels of anger and/or irritability

Parents/guardians should consider asking your pediatrician to complete a mental health screening for your child at each year’s wellness check. Most pediatricians follow the American Academy of Pediatricians’ guidelines and are ready and willing to provide these screenings. These screenings are equally as important as immunizations, dental checkups, healthy eating, and regular exercise.

If you think something is wrong, notice any of the above red flags, or just sense something is off, consult with your pri-

mary care provider or a mental health provider (we are always happy to field your questions: info@wpc-oc.org).

The WPC provides prevention and mental health treatment services on secondary school campuses in San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, and Aliso Viejo, via telehealth, and at our community clinic in San Clemente.

We provide prevention education through our bimonthly e-news webpage, virtual and live education events, and through our website, wpc-oc.org, and we partner with other mental health providers and youth serving organizations to bring mental wellness resources to a larger audience.

We meet with youth in the community and at schools to help them gain knowledge about supporting their mental well-being and making healthy choices.

Susan Parmelee is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and executive director of the Wellness & Prevention Center: wpc-oc.org. She can be reached at susan@wpc-oc.org. SC

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Phillips, de Fabrique Swim at State Meet

Senior swimmer Madelyn Phillips closed her San Clemente career with a top-10 state swim and handed off the baton to freshman Zoe de Fabrique at the CIF State Championships on Saturday, May 13, at Clovis West High School.

Phillips, who was the first Triton girl to ever swim at the state championships last season, finished eighth in the 100-yard breaststroke with an All-American time of 1:02.83.

De Fabrique finished eighth in the 500-yard freestyle with an All-American consideration time of 4:55.73.

CIF-SS champion boys swimmer senior Noah Sech did not swim at the state meet.

Track Qualifies 6 Entries to CIF-SS Masters

San Clemente got consistent finishes from its distance runners and high-flying field results at the CIF-SS Division 1 Finals on Saturday, May 13, at Moorpark High School.

Senior Juan Chantaca (3,200 meters) and juniors Taj Clark (800 meters) and Brett Ephraim (1,600 meters) all finished fourth in their events to qualify for the CIF-SS Masters Meet this Saturday, May 20, back at Moorpark.

Senior Griffin Schwab put up the highest finish for San Clemente with a second-place clearance in the high jump at 6 feet, 6 inches. Dexter Brice, a junior, finished fourth in the pole vault.

The Tritons’ 4x400-meter relay team— juniors Jackson Brownell, Taj Clark, Pierce Clark and Lucas Sidhu—also qualified for Masters.

The top six finishers in each event at Masters qualify for the CIF State Championships.

Overhauled Football League Proposal Passed by Principals, Awaits CIF-SS Approval

The high school sports landscape in Orange County, particularly in football, is on track to look dramatically different for the 2024-25 school year.

A proposal that would shake up the entire structure of county affiliations with rankings-based, football-only leagues and another proposal for slight changes to league and conference lineups in all other sports were approved by Orange County’s high school principals in a meeting on Monday, May 15.

Both proposals will go to the CIF-Southern Section Council for approval in October, and if approved, which seems likely, the new leagues would go into effect in the fall of 2024. The county’s athletic directors approved three football proposals and three all-sports proposals at their meeting last month for the principals’ perusal.

The headlining shift would be the cre-

ation of football-specific leagues based on a two-year performance ranking system for every team in Orange County, except the six teams of the Trinity League, which will remain intact as is.

It’s unclear how these leagues will be named, but for football, the South Coast and Sea View Leagues, as they’ve been known, will be gone.

The rankings will be based upon team performance from the previous two seasons with the rankings weighted with 65% of the points from the most recent season and 35% coming from the season prior to that. The top four teams in the rankings would make the top league, with nine six-team leagues to follow and a final five-team league at the bottom.

Rankings created by calpreps.com have been used by CIF-SS in recent seasons to dictate its playoff divisions at the end of the regular season, with the goal being greater competitive equity between playoff opponents.

For example, if last season’s CalPreps rankings were used to create football leagues for this fall, San Clemente would be the fourth team in that top-ranked league along with Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo and Edison, which all were placed in Division 1 of the CIF-SS playoffs. San Clemente was the final team in Division 2 last season.

Tesoro would be in the second league down, and San Juan Hills and Trabuco Hills would be in the third league. Capistrano Valley would be in the fourth, and Aliso Niguel would be in the fifth league. Dana Hills and El Toro would be in the sixth league.

For other local teams, St. Margaret’s would be in the eighth league. Capistrano Valley Christian, as a small school, is excluded from the Orange County region proposals.

However, that is just for football. In every other sport, the Coast View Conference will remain intact with one new addition to round out its numbers.

Beckman, a Tustin Unified School District public school in Irvine with an enrollment of more than 3,000 students, would join the South Coast and Sea View Leagues in all other sports if the proposal is approved by the CIF-SS Council in October.

Since the departure of Laguna Hills in all sports to the Pacific Coast League two years ago—Dana Hills had joined the league in football only—the Coast View Conference had an odd number of teams, which meant the South Coast and Sea View Leagues did not have an equal number of members. One league would have five and the other had four, which created scheduling issues and discrepancies.

Coast View athletic directors had expressed the desire to round out their number again, with either Beckman or Laguna Beach in the proposals sent to principals.

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Local Stars Shine on Gold Coast

Lindblad finishes second at Boost Mobile Gold Coast Pro; Schilling, Colapinto land in third

As the waves got better every day of the Boost Mobile Gold Coast Pro until they peaked at pure Gold Coast pointbreak perfection, area surfers rose to the occasion and posted some impressive results.

Top among them was San Clemente’s Sawyer Lindblad. Dominant all year long during the WSL’s North American Qualifying Series, she put all the pieces together on the international Challenger Series to make the podium and finish in a very respectable second place.

“It feels really good to make my first Final in the Challenger Series,” Lindblad said after the final. “Obviously, I wanted to win, but it was so fun to surf Snapper with just a few people out, and I’m grateful to compete in this event.”

Lindblad came up short behind Australia’s India Robinson in the final, but both surfers’ results were the biggest of their young careers. And showing poise beyond her years, Lindblad beat perennial world title contender Sally Fitzgibbons, posting an 8.67 single-wave score—the highest score of the day.

Now sitting second in the Challenger Series rankings, Lindblad goes into the rest of the season with a head full of momentum. The top five women at season’s end will qualify for the 2024

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On the men’s side of the draw, it was the San Clemente duo of Jeff Schilling and Crosby Colapinto finding their rhythm on the flawless Snapper Rocks lines. Schilling, surfing on his backhand, took a fast, spontaneous and energetic act into the water, while regular-footer Colapinto dropped the hammer with powerful rail turns and high-risk hits on the end section.

Inspired and motivated by a whole cadre of San Clemente surfers, hometown hero Kolohe Andino, after losing out early in the event, served as the spiritual leader of the group and relished his role as pit crew chief.

Firing up the next generation, Andino was running up and down the beach hooting and hollering for his crew, getting them water bottles between waves and even threw in a few NFL-esque butt pats for extra spice. Joining him were Cole Houshmand, Kade Matson, as well as Lindblad’s brother Taj.

In the semifinals, Colapinto would fall in a tight one to eventual winner Sammy Pupo of Brazil, while Schilling went down to runner-up Imai DeVault of Hawaii.

Both San Clemente surfers are now knotted at third on the Challenger Series rankings. The top 10 will graduate to the

MARLO LEIGH HARRIS

At the start of the NSSA season, we told you to watch out for Marlo Leigh Harris. The girl is not only dedicated to becoming the best possible surfer she can be, but she leads by example in and out of the water.

All that hard work and commitment paid off big-time at the recent NSSA Southwest Conference Open Season Championships. Topping the podium in two divisions—the Open Girls (under 16) and the Open Super Girls (under 14)—Harris, 13, asserted herself as one of the most dominant up-and-coming stars in Southern California.

“We realize everyone is shooting for the

pinnacle of winning a Regional and National Title, but achieving a Conference Championship crown, especially in the hotly contested SW Open divisions is not to be understated,” shared the NSSA on social media. “Winning a season title not only depends on talent and level, it takes commitment, discipline, perseverance and the versatility to perform in any wave Mother Nature throws at you.”

A huge congrats to Marlo on the amazing accomplishments, as well as all the groms who won their respective divisions or just

2024 Championship Tour.

“What an amazing event and an even better start to the Australia leg! This whole week has been incredibly fun,” Colapinto shared on Instagram. “Stoked to start the year with an equal third and to do some good surfing in a jersey. Congrats to Sammy Pupo for taking out the event! Off to Narrabeen tomorrow to do it all again, let’s ride!”

The next Challenger Series event, the GWM Sydney Surf Pro, starts this week in Sydney, Australia. After that, there’s a month off before things pick up in earnest this summer. Stop No. 3 will take the tour to South Africa before they come home to Huntington Beach for the U.S. Open, which kicks off on July 29.

As they say, there are heaps of surfing left to be done. But for Lindblad, Schil-

ling and Colapinto, the success on the Gold Coast marks a brilliant start to the season and gives them all a ton of momentum as they look to make it to surfing’s biggest stage.

They’re all surfing great, appear to have great boards under their feet, and they’ve got to be vibing off all the local support. Let’s keep it going and fire them up for their qualification push. SC

Jake Howard is a local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for several publications, including Picket Fence Media, Surfline and the World Surf League. He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation.

SURF FORECAST

Water Temperature: 60-62 Degrees

Water Visibility:

1-2’’

Thursday: A strong shot of SSW swell tops out, putting good spots in head high to several feet overhead surf, (5-7’), while best breaks are well overhead to double overhead, (8-10’). Light southerly winds most of the morning, rise to moderate levels by mid afternoon, then ease by the evening.

paddled out and gave it their all. SC

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Outlook: SSW swell slowly fades on Friday, for shoulder high to a foot overhead waves, (4-6’) at well exposed spots, as standouts are head high to easily overhead, (5-8’). The trend towards decreasing surf continues through the weekend, with Sunday’s waves mainly running waist to shoulder high, (3-4’). The pattern of light morning winds, rising to low-end moderate onshores in the afternoons, then easing into the evenings prevails Friday through Sunday.

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San Clemente’s Sawyer Lindblad unleashes on the end section of a perfect Snapper Rocks wall for an 8-point ride and runner-up finish at the Boost Mobile Gold Coast Pro. Photo: Courtesy of WSL Marlo Leigh Harris. Photo: Courtesy of NSSA
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