Sierra Kerr: Rising Star in Women’s Surfing
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Updated December 5, 2025, at 05:56:50 PST
A Peer to the Next Generation
Sierra Kerr is quickly establishing herself as a force in women’s surfing, and while she hasn’t yet qualified for the Championship Tour (CT), her talent places her among the leading young surfers emerging in recent years. she’s considered a peer to surfers like Caity Simmers, Molly Picklum, and Erin Brooks, with whom she frequently surfs and trains.A YouTube video documents sessions the group had in Mexico, showcasing thier close friendship and competitive spirit.
Kerr views these surfers as both inspirations and rivals, aiming to surpass their performance in the water, particularly in aerial maneuvers.
Featured in JS Industries’ “Far & Wide” Series
Kerr is the focus of the second episode of JS Industries’ “Far & Wide” series, which profiles surfers on their team.The series began with an episode featuring rail-savant Jai Glindeman. The video provides insight into Kerr’s surfing style and equipment.
Collaboration with Jason Stevenson and Board Preferences
Sierra Kerr has been working with coach Jason Stevenson for three years. Her location on the Gold Coast, Australia, facilitates frequent collaboration with the JS Industries team, allowing for quick board adjustments and testing of new designs.This proximity is a important advantage for her progress.
Kerr’s preferred boards include the Monsta, Golden Child, and Xero Gravity models from JS Industries. She has achieved multiple Qualifying Series (QS) wins, featured in prominent surf films, and executed impressive aerial maneuvers while riding these boards.These models are highly sought after by surfers looking for performance and versatility.
Board Details and Quiver Considerations
The JS industries monsta is known for its high-performance capabilities in powerful waves, while the Golden Child offers a balance of speed, control, and maneuverability. The Xero Gravity is designed for progressive surfing and aerial maneuvers. A surfer considering a similar quiver would likely need to adjust board dimensions (literage) based on their weight and skill level.
