Senior Jeff Proodian rides the wave in the Huntington Beach Pier Competition in July. Proodian said he’s been with the surf team since his first year.
Club sports athletes differ greatly from NCAA Division I.
Though these are a lot of similarities, like watching film, having multiple practices a day and grueling work of balancing hectic schedules, club sports athletes are committed to the love of the game. Club sports athletes don’t receive scholarships or any benefits, either, said Coordinator of Recreational Sports Julian Baker.
Club sports athletes are committing to the team and the sport because of their passion, sophomore Natalie Alderton said.