The 2012 Nub TV Summer Surf Series kicked off on Saturday, June 17th in choppy but fun three- to four-foot windswell. The first of four events planned for this summer attracted contestants from as far south as Ocean City all the way to North Jersey. Fifty contestants entered the event for its progressive format, which included six divisions with cash prizes awarded in each one for extraordinary maneuvers. The fun-filled day also featured Nub TV's unique brand of entertaining stunts for the kids' enjoyment.

The swell built all day, but so did the wind, driving up a strong southern current. Nonetheless, the contestants were up to the challenge and heats were competitive throughout the event. Kyle Juliano took first place in the 12 & Under division with big backside snaps. Perry Siganos won the 13-15 Boys division with his aggressive approach in the difficult conditions. Casey Kwiecinski won the Girls division with a solid backside turn, while Matt Finerin took the 16 & Up division by surfing powerfully on his frontside. Rob Kelly of Ocean City wowed the crowd and swept the Pro division with a pair of strong backside waves, and Sean Taylor won the Open division with a huge backside snap that awed all onlookers. Winners were presented with the most amazing and creative trophies the surfing world has ever seen.

Cash prizes were given for especially awesome tricks, with www.FrothyLip.com matching the Nub TV cash prizes. Matt Finerin and Ryan Celenza won cash with solid chop hops while Sean Taylor took home money for a huge frontside air. The Nub TV Surf Series will continue throughout the summer with more money, more prizes, and more fun for all in attendance. For more information, visit www.Facebook.com/NubTelevision.

The following day, Nub TV held the first of several planned beach clean-ups in Atlantic City. Robert, Ben, Turner, and Jee Graeff, along with Jess Schmidt and Paul Venesz, all of Longport, collected trash along the beach at Crystals Avenue, States Avenue, and adjacent lots in between. The crew even ventured under Steel Pier in its effort to clean the beaches, which are favorites among local surfers. With the aid of equipment from the Atlantic County Utilities Authority, Nub TV removed over 100 pounds of garbage from the area, including several hazardous syringes. To get involved and find more information on future beach clean-ups, visit www.NubRevolution.com.

FINAL RESULTS OF THE 2012 NUB TV SUMMER SURF SERIES EVENT #1: