There was a time in my life when I was a full-on contest animal. Chased points and plastic trophies for some hidden glory that always seemed to elude me. Along the way, I was fortunate enough to meet a lot good friends and supportive sponsors. Nowadays I just don't have the time to compete regularly.
Life goes on.
However, I do rekindle the competitive fires once a year for the Aloha State Games. Ever since its inception, I've been competing in the bodyboarding event of this multi-sport competition. Aloha State Games, Bodyboarding Event, 25-34 year age division. Jumped in the water at Ala Moana Bowls for a practice session. There was a different contest there that weekend, so jockeying for waves was especially intense.