SAM McCULLOUGH
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Age: 17
Nickname: Slammin Sam
Favourite Food: Croissants
Sporting Idol/s: Michael Booth, Kai Lenny, Shakira Westdorp and Lachie Landsdown is a bit of a legend too
When did you first start in your sport?
I started Paddling around 5 years ago
Career Highlights:
3rd U18 Technical Race - 2018 ISA World Champs
9th Open M's Marathon Race - 2018 ISA World Champs
2018 Australian Junior SUP Champion - Tech Race
2018 Australian Junior SUP Champion - Marathon
What do you love most about your sport?
The awesome people, place you can travel and the great opportunities
Favourite event: Columbia Gorge Paddle Challenge (Hood River, Oregon)
Favourite location to compete/surf: Wedge Island
Future Goals: To have a successful career in Stand up Paddle Boarding and travel the world
Hobbies: Foiling and Mountain biking
What do you love most about The Barnacle Plus?
The compact design and the ability to use it anywhere you want
Five (5) songs on your playlist
Jimmy Recard by Drapht
Mexico by Drapht
Bullshit by Dune Rats
Walking Under Stars by Hilltop Hoods
Sweet Release by Hockey Dad
Advice for young athletes and kids getting into sport:
Mostly its all about having fun and enjoying the sport, and if you are doing that then you'll succeed
Favourite Quote: The pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow