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
Any special talents?
Not really but I do enjoy skating and flow riding.
Years as a pro?
2 years
What moves are you working on?
Trying to do airs
If you weren't a pro surfer, what would you be?
I would try to be a pro skater or something like that...
Drink
Water, Milk
Books
Dove, Running with scissors
Songs in your Thump
Kings of Leon, Karen Zoid.
Last words
Fine line between confidence and arrogance.
To me, Oakley is
A futuristic company that has innovative ideas.
Who inspires you?
Any one who loves what they do!
What is more important to you than surfing?
I love my friends, family and Africa!
Number of years surfing
7 years
TV Shows
House
Party animal or mellow on the couch?
Mellow
Films
Blood Diamond,
If you could be someone famous?
A girl version of Tiger Woods.
When did you start surfing?
2000, when I was 14 years old.
Favorite bands
Kings of Leon, Black sun shine.
Five things you can't live without
My ipod, skate board, surf board, car, laptop
