St. Margaret's surf team had a strong showing at this past weekend's Scholastic Surf Series battle against Rancho Santa Margarita at the San Clemente Pier. With less-than-ideal surf conditions consisting of a small swell and very low tide, the Tartan surfers had to work hard for every point. The team rose to the challenge, securing a decisive 56-25 victory over Rancho Santa Margarita in the team competition. More Tartan surfers advanced in this event than in any previous competition this season, showcasing their determination and skill.
 
Several surfers secured top finishes in the individual competition. Brendan Lyons led the way in the men's shortboard with a 3rd place finish, followed by Ethan Lavender in 5th and Gareth Thomas in 6th. Braeden Nock claimed 2nd in the men's longboard, with Logan Cuda finishing 4th. In the women's shortboard event, Chloe Eskander impressed with a 2nd place finish, while Chloe Wainwright took 5th. Annika Tufo claimed 2nd in the women's longboard, with Peyton Cruse finishing 6th. Ry O Hill delivered a solid performance in the co-ed bodyboard division, earning 3rd place.
 
The individual performances advanced several surfers in the league's overall ratings. Sophomore Brendan Lyons continues to lead the men's shortboard division, while senior Braeden Nock holds first in the men's longboard competition. Freshman Chloe Eskander's talented showing has moved her to third overall in women's shortboard, and Annika Tufo's strong performance has earned her third in women's longboard. Junior Logan Cuda remains in fourth place in the league, while Sawyer Collins dominates the Bodyboard division in first. With a three-way tie for first in the league, the Tartans are working hard to break ahead in the next competition on February 22 at 9th Street, Huntington Beach, with the first heat starting at 10:30 a.m.