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SAN CLEMENTE OPEN

9/19/11: Just north of the “big” contest at Lower Trestles another contest was taking place at the San Clemente Pier. The San Clemente Open featured future rippers hoping to one day be in the “big” contest down the road. It did, however, have a pro-am division that our own Chuckillupo Rigano placed 3rd in. Malia Ward (Chris’ daughter) took the win in the Womens 10-Over division. Meanwhile Thunder held down the …Lost tent while Pier local Joe Stauffer helped with the judging. Thanks to everyone that came down and check out the photos below. Go to OCREGISTER.COM for more coverage.

A happy winner with his …Lost Surfskate.

Chuckillupo helped judge the groms.

Our stickers can create a pretty good pirate costume.

Ketara n Joe Alani

This wall has seen a lot of boards.

Women’s 10-Over winner Malia Ward.

Pier local Joe Stauffer helping judge the future Pier rippers.

Mini-grom mini-board.

Chucky Rigano and his posse.

Chuckillupo loves to compete and never needed comeback.

Johnny Thunder and the Ragenovich bros watching Chucky’s heat.

I like this one… and this one… and this one…

The waves were small but the view was nice.

Johnny Thunder’s OX tribute “Plank” surfboard.

Malia Ward with her dad – Chris.

Chucky got 3rd and scored a free drink.

Second generation Pier ripper – Malia Ward. Photo: OCREGISTER.COM/Swegles

Chris Ward congratulates daughter Malia after her win. Photo: OCREGISTER.COM/Swegles

The parents keep a watchful eye. Photo: OCREGISTER.COM/Swegles