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Samohi Surf Team Makes Waves In Season Opener:

Santa Monica High School Surf Team member Alex Silver catches a ride in the ISF Surf Competition held in Santa Monica in mid-December.  Silver advanced to the second round men’s short board competition as Pacific storms provided unusually strong surf.



Santa Monica High School Surf Team member Sarah Couterier finishes a ride in the ISF Surf Competition held in Santa Monica in mid-December. Couterier advanced to the second round women’s long baord compeition.

Photos by Jason Abraham

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