McHenry Cruises In Finals, takes 1st Annual Rosarito Beach Pro Am Presented by Monster Energy

Residents and tourists of Rosarito Beach were treated to a one of the most talked about surf contests the City of Rosarito has ever hosted, as everyone in attendance was one hand to witness former ASP surfer and two time Puerto Escondido Champion, Eric McHenry (USA) cruise to one of the most memorable finals in recent memory.

McHenry, who was one of the early favorites to win the contest, pulled off two backside 360’s, and one aerial maneuver on back to back waves to beat out Jose Manuel Trujillo (MEX), Julio Quinones (MEX), and Sam Baugh (USA) in a brilliantly surfed thirty minute final by all competitors. With scores tight, and waves reaching as high as 6’ to 7’, McHenry was able to pull off some maneuvers that has made him famous in the world of surfing.

“The progressive level of surfing, combined with the sick waves made for an exciting contest and I was really stoked to win”, said Eric Mchenry. He continues on to say, "A huge thanks to all involved in putting on the Rosarito ProAM, all the sponsors, the city, the hotel and all the locals who supported the event. This couldn’t have been done without their support.”

The contest in Rosarito won’t be the last, as FDt Marketing, event organizers for the contest plan to continue negotiations with the City of Rosarito to make sure this contest becomes an annual event for the city and the surfers.

To find out more about the City of Rosarito or FDt Marketing please visit their respective websites www.rosarito.org, and www.fdtmarketing.com


Finals:

1st Place: Eric McHenry (USA)15.06

2nd Place: Jose Manuel Trujillo (MEX) 11.75

3rd Place: Julio Quinones (MEX) 9.26

4TH place: Sam Baugh (USA) 9.03

Congrats to Eric McHenry, who took first place at the 2009 MONSTER ENERGY/Rosarito Beach PRO-AM

Congrats to Eric McHenry (USA), who took first place at the 2009 MONSTER ENERGY/Rosarito Beach PRO-AM

Second Place Jose "Yuco" Trujillo (Mex)
Third Place Julio Quiñones (Mex)
Fourth Place Sam Baugh (USA)

City of Rosarito gearing up for Rosarito Beach- Pro AM, Aug 22-23

Aug 5th, 2009- The City of Rosarito Beach and FDt Marketing, organizers of the 1st Annual Rosarito Beach Pro-Am presented by Monster Energy, are gearing up for the surf contest on Aug 22-23, and anticipate a huge success in its first year. The city has not had much to get excited about in the way of new events over the last year or so, due to all the media attention surrounding Mexico.

“As always we are ready for the challenge of a new event. We feel the table is set for success, we have promotional parties set up for Saturday Aug 22nd , and beach activities happening during the event. I think everyone will be excited to be a part of this event. I know me and my staff are excited to be working with this event, and look forward to the day the contest starts”, said Jeff Stoner President and event organizer for FDt Marketing.

Event will be webcast live on www.surfshot.com . Registration for the contest is still open, and still has spots remaining for all those surfers interested in competing for the prize of $10,000. Registration is available on www.active.com (keyword search: Rosarito Beach), or by contacting the FDt Marketing offices directly at 858.272.2191. Registration fees are $100. Hotel accommodations and discounts are provided by the Rosarito Beach Hotel, and can be made by calling (866) ROSARITO. Shuttle services provided to and from the US Border to Rosarito Beach Hotel. Passports are required.

For more information on the Rosarito Beach Pro-AM surf contest, please visit www.rosarito.org/surf or call FDt Marketing at 858.272.2191

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