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2023 International Surf Rescue Challenge

The International Surf Rescue Challenge (ISRC) continues the 90-year tradition of international surf lifesaving competition between countries. The South Padre, TX Chapter of the USLA is excited to host this prestigious event for the first time ever in the United States.

9/17/2023 to 9/24/2023
When: Sunday, September 17 - Sunday, September 24
Where: Isla Grande Beach Resort
500 Padre Blvd.
South Padre Island, Texas  78597
United States
Presenter: USLA Gulf Coast Region
Contact: info@internationalsurfrescuechallenge.com

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The ISRC, which is an ILS-sanctioned event, has been conducted in its present format every two years since 2005 and has incorporated countries including Australia, Canada, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Spain and USA. The ISRC encompasses the ILS Open and/or youth divisions and participating countries may compete in one or both age categories. 

Handbook:
A downloadable version of the official 2023 ISRC Handbook is available HERE.

Newsletter:
The excitement is building and this newsletter is to provide some updated and important information for competing Federations, Teams, Officials, and supporters.

Daily Schedule:
The daily schedule for the ISRC can be downloaded HERE.

Host Hotel: Isla Grand Beach Resort, 500 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597. To book a room under the special rate, please click HERE and use code 2309 Rescue no later than August 21. You may also contact the hotel by phone at +1 (956) 761-6511 and mention the same code.

Challenge Schedule:

  • 1st Test: Wednesday, September 20
  • 2nd Test: Thursday, September 21
  • 3rd Test: Saturday, September 23

 Teams: The following lifesaving countries have accepted the invitation to attend the 2023 ISRC:

  • Open Age Teams:
    • Australia
    • Canada
    • Japan
    • New Zealand
    • South Africa
    • USA
  • Youth Teams
    • Japan
    • South Africa
    • USA

Spectators: The general public is invited to join us during this world-class event to cheer the teams and athletes on! 

Live Feed: To livestream the event, download the Rio Sports Live Network (RSLN) app or check out Channel 1 on www.riosportslive.com.

Results: Results will be available at http://internationalsurfrescuechallenge.com

USA Teams:

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