My Beach took some time to catch up with Surf Sports star Brendon Sarson to find out a little more about the Cottesloe Ironman.

Name:   Brendon Sarson

Age:   26 

Club:   Cottesloe SLSC

How long have you been involved in Surf Life Saving?
21 years

Which events do you compete in?
Skis, Ironman and Swim

Greatest surf sports achievement so far?
U/19 Aussies Surf race title, 4x Kellogg’s ironman series

The best thing about being involved in Surf Life Saving?
Friends and social aspect

Fondest memory from nippers?
Going away with the state team

Who is your sporting hero?
Trevor Hendy

What motivates you?
Trying to always get the best out of myself

What do you do away from Surf sports/Surf Life Saving?
Kayaking and working

What’s your biggest fear?
Getting old

What’s your worst habit?
Sleeping in and being late

What’s your favorite home cooked meal?
Pasta Carbonara

If you could have one super power what would it be and why?
Flying, could go anywhere anytime

What are your top 5 songs on your iPod/5 favourite songs?
Anything new

Top 3 favorite movies of all time?
Old school, Chopper and The Castle

Favourite TV show?
South Park

Favourite ice cream flavor?
Spearmint choc chip

The person who most influenced your life and why?
Dad- always set a good example in sport and life for me

If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
Introduce a 3 day working week

If you could invite any 3 people (dead or alive) for dinner who would they be?
Kelly Slater, Miranda Kerr and Adolf Hitler

Best piece of advice you’re Mum gave you?
Always be on time

One thing you can’t live without?
Music

Neighbours or Home and Away?
Neither

Favorite item of clothing?
Boardies

What would be your dream job?
Professional Athlete