Men's QS 2020

#74
Heat wins

1
Avg. heat score

9.43
Avg. wave score

3.18

Event results

Name	Place	Points	Defeated By
Jack's Surfboards Pro	49th	60	Alan Cleland
WRV Outer Banks Pro pres by Pacifico	25th	150	Michael Dunphy

Videos

- WSL / Andrew Nichols

Thursday, November 7, 2019

Highlights: Competitors Overpower Testy Conditions in Barbados

The Thomo QS 1,000 and Live Like Zander Junior Pro fired into action at Soup Bowl with impressive performances across the board.

29 seconds

- WSL / Andrew Nichols

Sunday, October 20, 2019

John Mel Wins Maiden QS at Oaxaca Pro

The Santa Cruz, California, native charged through heavy Playa Zicatela conditions and emerged victorious at the Oaxaca Pro pres. by Corona.

1 minute

- WSL / Poullenot/Aquashot

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Highlights: Pro Santa Cruz Gets Underway on Day 2

Windy peaks favor airs and rail game in the opening two rounds of competition at the Pro Santa Cruz pres. by Oakley.

3 minutes

News

- WSL / Andrew Nichols

Friday, November 8, 2019 Andrew Nichols

Near-Perfection, Heavy Implications Ensue at Thomo QS

From Chauncey Robinson's near-perfect stunner to a hefty elimination, plenty of action unfolded at the Thomo QS 1,000 In Memory of Bill

- WSL / Andrew Nichols

Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Andrew Nichols

Everything Left to Contest For: Thomo QS 1,000

The Thomo QS 1,000 In Memory of Bill Thomson will set the stage for the final chapter of the 2019 North America season.

- WSL / Andrew Nichols

Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Andrew Nichols

John Mel Claims First QS Victory in Puerto Escondido

The Santa Cruz, California, native had fond childhood memories of the renowned beach break and added one of his most special yet.

- WSL / Andrew Nichols

Saturday, October 19, 2019 Andrew Nichols

Oaxaca Pro: Perfection in Paradise, Quarterflnalists Decided

A decisive day unfolded at the Oaxaca Pro pres. by Corona as Manuel Selman found a Perfect 10 and Quarterfinal draws were determined.

- WSL / Andrew Nichols

Wednesday, October 16, 2019 Andrew Nichols

Contenders Look to Capitalize at Oaxaca Pro

The race for North America's QS Title heads to Playa Zicatela alongside the Mexican set to hold their ground at the Oaxaca Pro by Corona.

- WSL / Andrew Nichols

Saturday, July 13, 2019 Andrew Nichols

Vans Surf Open Acapulco: Mexico's Hopes Salvaged

Finals day awaits the Semifinalists with implications for each of the remaining surfers at the Vans Surf Open Acapulco pres. by Corona.

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Career stats

Year	Rank	Points	Events	Heats	Max heat score	Best result
2022	25	-	-	-	-	-
2021	14	-	-	-	-	-
2020	74	2,400	3	8	14.64	13th
2019	128	4,270	17	53	15.73	1st
2018	344	1,215	8	16	12.73	25th(x2)
2017	189	2,430	13	29	14.83	3rd(x2)
2016	474	470	7	9	13.07	33rd(x2)
2015	452	440	3	5	11.34	33rd
2014	704	49	2	2	7.06	49th
2011	821	42	1	1	7.04	81st

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2011 Men's QS
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