The Maldives Surfing Association (MSA) has revealed plans for four upcoming events in the Maldives Surf League this year, with the first one scheduled to unfold in Gadhdhoo next month.
The Maldives Surfing Association (MSA) has announced that four events are scheduled for the Maldives Surf League this year. The first event is set to take place in Gadhdhoo next month.
In 2022, the MSA introduced a national surfing league with five events. However, this year's league will feature four events.
The 'Kalhegalekoda' event in Gadhdhoo is scheduled for February 14 to 17, followed by the 'Gaamaadhookolhu' tournament in Kaafu atoll Himmafushi from June 12 to 15. Subsequently, the 'Muleekolhu Raalhugandu' will be held in Meemu atoll Muli from July 31 to August 3, concluding with the National Rannamaari Challenge from October 27 to November 2 held in the Malé Raalhugandu area.
Ahmed Agil (Ammadey) secured the first Surf League trophy, while Hussain Areef (Iboo) won the League title the following year.
Despite finishing first and being eligible for the national team, Areef has chosen to retire, relinquishing his spot on the national team this year.
In addition to Agil, the other members of this year's senior national team include Najah Mohamed (Kanbo), Hood Ahmed (Hoobs), Ismail Rasheed (Smiley), Hassan Nasih (Chika), and Ismail Miglal (Kuda Issey).
The junior national team comprises 12 athletes this year, including Sayyid, Shanif Shafiq, 17, Ismail Maduhu Ahmed, 17, Juman Mohamed, 17, Mohammed Rajuwan, 15, Ahmed Zayan, 15, Mohamad Inaan Abdul Hannan, 15, Kayan Abdulla Areef, 14, Nooh Mohamed Dunaim, 13, Yoosuf Kayan Hamdhan Zaki, 13, Yasin Ahmed Nashid, 13, and Ahmed Aal Aadil, 12.
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