17/05/2026
As this season comes to a close, we want to take a moment to reflect on what an incredible 2025/26 season it has been for the Sumner Surf Life Saving Club ❤️💛
From long days on the beach, early morning trainings, patrols, pool sessions, competitions, fundraising, volunteering and everything in between — this season has been one to remember. None of it happens without the dedication, passion and commitment of our amazing members, parents, coaches, officials, volunteers and supporters 👏🏼
A huge congratulations to all award winners at the Sumner Club Prizegiving. Every single award reflects countless hours of hard work and commitment to our club and community!
Special congratulations to:
🏆 Kaja Jolly – U19 Lifeguard of the Year
🏆 Rongjie Lee – Lifeguard of the Year
🏆 Sjaan Bowie – Volunteer of the Year
🏆 James Quinn – Best All Rounder
We also want to acknowledge the outstanding success Sumner had at the Canterbury Awards of Excellence the other weekend, taking out Club of the Year 🏆
Additional congratulations to:
⭐ Luke Wenham – Paid Lifeguard of the Year
⭐️ Ben Isles – Patrol Support of the Year
⭐ Janelle Quane – Junior Surf Coach of the Year
⭐ Jade Couch, Leanni Browne & Matilda Atkins – Large Vessel Sports Team of the Year
⭐ Lola Seipp – U14 Pool Competitor & Competitor of the Year
⭐ Mille MacIntyre – U15 Pool Competitor of the Year
⭐Sumner IRB team - Top Club South Island Champs
To top it all off, Sumner finished the season as Junior, Senior and Overall Southern Region Pool Champs — an incredible achievement that reflects the strength and depth across our entire club 💪
Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this season such a success. Whether you were competing, patrolling, coaching, supporting from the sidelines or volunteering behind the scenes — this club is what it is because of all of you.
Stay warm over winter and bring on next season 🌊
