THE YANCY SPENCER III MEMORIAL SURF CONTEST

The Yancy Spencer III Memorial Surf Contest returns to the Pensacola Beach Pier on Saturday, May 3, 2025. This annual event is held in tribute to Pensacola Beach native, Yancy Spencer III, who tragically passed away in 2011 from a heart attack after surfing one of his favorite surf spots in California. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Shawn Martin, a Pensacola native, who is battling a rare kidney disease.  To learn more about Shawn or to donate directly to his GoFundMe CLICK HERE.  This event will draw surfers from all over the region and will be a family friendly event for spectators and competitors alike. The day will include surfing, food, music and of course a surf contest. There is no cost to spectate, and we will have a raffle for spectators to win all sorts of prizes.  The event will wrap up with an awards ceremony and gathering at The Salty Rose on Pensacola Beach, only steps away from the contest.  There will be games, surf films, food and an awards ceremony!

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