Bio
Tammy, along with her close-knit family, resides in Ballito, South Africa a small town 45 minutes North of Durban that delivers waves year round. Tammy is a true independent person in an individual sport, often traveling alone and proving she needs no company to go out in the world and get business done. Tammy is a tough competitor who fought her way through the junior ranks and onto the WQS, in which she had a successful 2006 and is currently doing well in her second season on the series. Tammy has a full repertoire of maneuvers and is even a pro at tow-in surfing in serious waves. Never one to hold back, Tammy has the attitude, commitment and support to achieve the brightest of futures.
Q & A
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Any special talents?
Not really but I do enjoy skating and flow riding.
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Years as a pro?
2 years
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What moves are you working on?
Trying to do airs
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If you weren't a pro surfer, what would you be?
I would try to be a pro skater or something like that...
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Drink
Water, Milk
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Books
Dove, Running with scissors
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Songs in your Thump
Kings of Leon, Karen Zoid.
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Last words
Fine line between confidence and arrogance.
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To me, Oakley is
A futuristic company that has innovative ideas.
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Who inspires you?
Any one who loves what they do!
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What is more important to you than surfing?
I love my friends, family and Africa!
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Number of years surfing
7 years
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TV Shows
House
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Party animal or mellow on the couch?
Mellow
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Films
Blood Diamond,
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If you could be someone famous?
A girl version of Tiger Woods.
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When did you start surfing?
2000, when I was 14 years old.
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Favorite bands
Kings of Leon, Black sun shine.
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Five things you can't live without
My ipod, skate board, surf board, car, laptop
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