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Rye teen siblings Lucas and Sara Hickson are set for a thrilling showdown as they represent Victoria to take out national glory at the Australian Shortboard Titles in NSW this week.
It will be a big occasion for the pair as they seek to qualify for the World Surfing Championships and a place in the Australian National Surfing Team named The Irukandjis.
The event will be held at Wollongong in NSW on the south coastline, from August 26 – 31.
Lucas, 19, and Sara, 17, are feeling pumped about the week ahead.
“It’s my third time doing this competition and I’m excited to represent the Victorian team,” Sara said.
“Hopefully the waves are firing, and I get to make a few heats surfing against some of the best females in the country.”
Lucas said he was “really excited” to travel up the coast.
“It’s a great chance to compete against some great surfers and push myself. I’m also looking forward to the warmer weather and getting into some warm water for a change – it always makes the whole experience more enjoyable,” he said.
“Pretty keen to also catch up with mates and just have some fun surfs before the event.”
The pair were crowned the 2025 Open State Champions after winning the final round of the Victorian Open Titles on Phillip Island.
The Shortboard Titles will also see champions from all six states named in the over 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s.
First published in the Mornington News – 26 August 2025
