While some seek solace in the waves of the ocean, others seek adventure. 11-year-old, Carter Doorley from Brigantine, New Jersey proved that age is just a number by achieving milestones ahead of his age. The young surfer made a splash in the surfing community by chasing 1000 waves in 1000 days, one wave for each day. As of 14th February, Doorley has completed 996 days and will achieve the 1000 waves earmark by Saturday 18th February. 

The New Jersey native started his 1000 days surfing spree during the pandemic. When it hit, all the playgrounds and skate parks were closed, but the beaches weren’t. Grabbing the opportunity to pursue his love for surfing, Doorley took his surfboard and paddled into the ocean.

Young surfer’s marvelous surfing spree

As per the local ABC affiliate, initially, the young prodigy decided to complete the 100 days milestone but his fascination made him chase 1000 waves in 1000 days. For the 11-year-old it was “so much fun” to chase big waves. Interestingly, the young athlete coupled his passion for surfing with raising an endowment for social issues. “I’ve been helping people doing charity work”, added the little boy.

As per Doorley’s mother, the young surfer raised money for a “local food pantry”, animal shelters, “kids in Ukraine”, and “Surf aid”. The 11-year-old even inspired many to “get back to the water”. Clearly, Carter Doorley’s love for surfing took him to great heights not only in surfing but also in philanthropy. Interestingly, Doorley initially sought solace in the sea to achieve mental toughness.

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In surfing, Doorley found his focus

The 11-year-old’s mother asserted that surfing “is just a battle of mental toughness to him”. She further revealed, “Carter has ADHD so he really needed to get out and run around and get some energy” during the pandemic. Interestingly, the ocean grabbed the young surfer’s attention and since then he has been unstoppable. 

Starting with the 100 days goal, the surfer now will have surfed 1000 straight days on Saturday 18th February. Clearly, Doorley is already setting the bar high with his off-the-charts enthusiasm. He indeed is an outstanding champion, through and through, don’t you think?

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