Shea's Picks: Top 45 Breakdown
(Friday, May 14, 2010)
SURFER's own pro surfing pundit, Shea Lopez, has been keeping an eagle eye on the tour for us this year, studying every heat, dissecting every turn, filling his mind with facts, figures, and heat scores. Shea has broken down the tour heading into J-Bay for us. Read on to see who he thinks looks sharp, who's gonna need to step it up, and who needs to start packing their bags.
TIER ONE:
Who's on Top or Poised to Make a Move to the Top Before the Cut
1. Kelly Slater (USA)
World Tour Results: 9,1,2
As of now, there is no one near Slater in the ratings that can match his overall performance in the remaining events. That means one thing: Kelly should be on cruise control to number 10.
2. Jordy Smith (ZAF) - Pictured Above
World Tour Results: 2,5,5
Capable of winning J-Bay and Lowers easily, the tests will come at Teahupoo, Supertubes, and Pipe. Success at those events could put Kelly in trouble. Now that Jordy has stepped up his game, you can plan on him being a world title threat for many years to come.
3. Taj Burrow (AUS)
World Tour Results: 1,3,17
He still appeared to be the surfer to beat at Brazil until he got beat by the closest of margins. How he responds at J-Bay and Teahupoo will determine if he actually has a shot at the world title this year.
4. Mick Fanning (AUS)
World Tour Results: 9,2,9
All of the heat that he's been taking from the surf media and fans looks to have gotten under Mick's skin. A more committed approach by Mick in 2010 will see him capable of a title run in a similar fashion to last year.
4. Jadson Andre (BRA)
World Tour Results: 17,9,1
Amazing stuff from the young Brazilian rookie so far. How far he's come is a testament to his skill and sheer determination. If he can improve in a few areas and show that he's got some Bruno Santos-sized balls at Teahupoo, Brazil might not have to wait for Gabriel Medina to have a world title contender to cheer on.
6. Bobby Martinez (USA)
World Tour Results: 3,3,17
S--t happens and Bobby's loss to Luke Munro was just that. I can't wait to see him surf J-Bay.
6. Dane Reynolds (USA)
World Tour Results: 3,17,3
The obvious choice based on skill alone to take Kelly's throne (on tour and at Quiksliver) Dane just has to tighten up his act so he's not as vulnerable to avoidable losses. As he rode out of that massive backside air vs. CJ in Brazil, you could see from his body posture that Dane's starting to take the WT serious. And that's bad news for anyone he meets in a heat.
11. Owen Wright (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,17,3
What began so poorly for Owen has changed after Brazil. Finding his rhythm and improving his seed will see a much more relaxed and deadly competitor. I expect him to win an event this year and join Jordy and Dane as part of the new upper echelon of the WT.
12. Michel Bourez (PYF)
World Tour Results: 33,9,5
Michel has shown steady improvement through some very average conditions this year. Taking out Parko in Brazil was a great heat win; a win that should repeat itself if they are to meet again at either pumping J-bay or macking Teahupoo. Only AI stand a chance against him in serious Teahupoo.
13. Chris Davidson (AUS)
World Tour Results: 9,17,9
Watching Davo surf you get the chance to see someone who looks just right on a surfboard. The lines he draws, his body placement, everything seems to work together for him. It's great to see that he's sitting comfortably in the top 32 where he belongs.
23. Andy Irons (HAW)
World Tour Results: 17,9,33
Everybody has been all over AI for his performances. If you've been watching closely though, you would have seen all the heats he's lost have lacked the conditions he requires to excel. Sitting back in the seeding, if J-Bay and Teahupoo are working, you will witness AI handing out some serious beat-downs to the top-seeded surfers.
28. Patrick Gudauskas (USA)
World Tour Results: 17,17,17
By inching his way up the ratings with three 17th-place finishes, Pat will no longer be surfing against the top 10 in the third round, a fact that greatly increases his chances of finishing 9th or above in the next few events. Not a bad progression for the rookie—a rookie that is just as comfortable at a long right point break or under-the-lip of a 10 foot wave.
31. Dusty Payne (HAW)
World Tour Results:17,17,33
Losing a high scoring and tight heat in Brazil was unfortunate for Dusty, but taking his WT experiences and applying them to future events should prevent another loss like the one he suffered to Kelly at Bells. If conditions improve on tour, Dusty should improve his results by leaps and bounds. Dane, Jordy, and Owen are waiting for him to join them at the top.
31. Matt Wilkinson (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,17,17
Wilko should have beaten Parko in Brazil. With the performance level he's capable of, Wilco would've been in contention to win the entire comp. He's shown me that he has a huge variety of difficult maneuvers and a very high success rate for all of them. I never miss an opportunity to watch Wilco surf.
31.Tanner Gudauskas (USA)
World Tour Results: 33,17,17
Consistently posting high heat totals in the first three events has been easy for Tanner. Getting through the top seeds has been considerably more difficult. If he continues posting the big scores, the big names will start going down very soon.
SECOND TEIR:
Who's Slipping Down the Ratings or Stuck in the Basement
Being in the top 10 might be a dream come true for most, but seeing others take your place in the title race can be a major letdown. For those with three 33rds, the sobering realization that you're most likely looking at two events left on the WT gives you a world of worry and a mountain of work to do before J-Bay.
8. Joel Parkinson (AUS)
World Tour Results: 5,5,9
What happens when the entire tour has upped the ante and your surfing remains the same? You no longer find yourself in the title race. Better surf will help Parko, but major damage has already been done. Eventually every old dog has to learn some new tricks. Increasing the risk factor on his rides will be paramount if he is to get back into world title contention.
8. Adriano De Souza (BRA) - Pictured Above
World Tour Results: 5,5.9
Adriano has many strengths, but he's also just exposed a weakness. On his backhand, he really only has two or three scoring moves, and the ceiling for those moves is in the 7- to 8-point range. If pushed to exceed those scores, he has to use his frontside for variety and bigger moves. With the new talent on tour, it will be hard for Adriano to hold steady to the top-5 spot he's held down the last few years.
10. Bede Durbidge (AUS)
World Tour Results: 5, 5, 17
Bede brings a very complete package to every stop on tour. He needs to upgrade that package quick if he's to keep up the pace and get back in the race.
23. Luke Stedman (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,9,33
After finishing 11th on tour in his last injury- free year, Stedman looks to be back and surfing better than ever. Unfortunately that's still not going to be enough to achieve his previous successes.
28. Tom Whitaker (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,17,17
Three 17ths are a testament to just how solid and balanced Whitaker's surfing is. But solid and balanced alone aren't exactly the attributes needed to rise to the top of the WT in this modern tour.
31. Kekoa Bacalso (HAW)
World Tour Results: 17,33,17
Kekoa's gone from Rookie of the Year honors in '09 to a major sophomore slump in 2010. With only two events remaining before the cut, Kekoa doesn't have long to right his ship.
31. Brett Simpson (USA)
World Tour Results: 17,17,33
Brett should be doing better. The waves thus far have suited his surfing, his boards look good, yet heat after heat he fails to put two and two together. Now he only has two events to figure it out or it's back to familiar territory on the qualifying tour.
31. Neco Padaratz (BRA)
World Tour Results: 33,17,17
All of the heart and passion in the world to go with the most vicious frontside hack on tour still leave Neco lacking. For him to move up the ratings and stay on tour, he needs to add a few more moves to his repertoire.
37. Dean Morrison (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,33,33
Average surf makes for crappy results for Dingo. Luckily, at J-Bay and Teahupoo, he's among the best in business. He should remain on tour for the remainder of the year and have the chance to play spoiler when the waves cooperate.
37. Mick Campbell (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,33,33
Mick will be very desperate for a big result at J-Bay. Historically, when he's been desperate in the past, he's consistently come through.
37. Ben Dunn (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,33,17
When Ben came onto the WT at 20 years old he looked primed to learn a few things, mature a little, and become a force on the WT...that never happened.
37. Drew Courtney (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,17,33
Drew should enjoy these next two events as much as possible, because his run with the world's best is almost over.
41. Adam Melling (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
It took Adam an absurd amount of time for someone with his talent to qualify for the WT. Now, the WT is about to send him back to the 'QS again if he doesn't deliver big time in the next two events.
41. Jay Thompson (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
Jay surfs better than his results show. He still has a fighting chance of producing some upsets to slip into the top 32 after J-Bay and Teahupoo.
41. Nate Yeomans (USA)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
Out of every rookie on tour, Nate has surfed the least up to his potential. Even though he is capable of stomping the biggest of airs and blowing up every lip in his way, Nate has surfed very pedestrian through the first three events and now finds himself in need of a miracle to keep his spot on the WT.
41. Marco Polo (BRA)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
Obviously, Marco has performed like a fish out of water.
41. Blake Thornton (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
Blake's been giving Marco a run for his money.
THIRD TIER:
Up or Down, Nobody Knows
Each of These Surfers Has Shown That They Can Win Tough Heats or Fall Flat on Their Face. Where They Go From Here Is Up to Them
13. Fredrick Patacchia (HAW)
World Tour Results: 9,9,17
Fred looked incredible in Oz and appeared primed for another solid performance in Brazil. But, between his boards looking horrible and letting a perfect wave go by with priority and under a minute to go vs. Jeremy Flores, Freddy P. missed a crucial opportunity to rise up to the top 10 on the WT.
13. Adrian Buchan (AUS)
World Tour Results: 9,9,17
A model of consistency in 2010, Ace performed his very best in every heat. From here on out it will take a major leap in performance if he wants to rise in the ranks.
16. Taylor Knox (USA)
World Tour Results: 17,17,5
I hope J-Bay pumps and is howling offshore for Taylor's sake. When the conditions turn serene, Taylor's able to show everyone what, exactly, great rail work is all about.
17. Roy Powers (HAW)
World Tour Results: 33,9,9
I think Roy actually means business this year. In contrast to having to pull off a miracle to stay on tour as in years past, with some WT experience and great natural instincts, Roy could finish solidly in 2010.
18. C.J. Hobgood (USA)
World Tour Results: 17,33,5
CJ might not have a magic board under his feet in 2010, but the problem might lie elsewhere. Always one to work tirelessly on his technique, CJ may have taken a step backward for the moment. In what appears to be an effort to bring more style back to his surfing—more like his twin, Damo—CJ's stance looks narrower while his turns seem to be pivoting off his tail more. Not to worry; I'm sure he's working on the boards and the technique as you read this.
18. Kai Otton (AUS)
World Tour Results: 5,17,33
After an inspired performance at Snapper, Kai has failed to keep the flame burning. If he doesn't find a way to surf beyond himself for the remainder of the year, then the opportunity to surf Snapper in next year's WT event won't even be an option.
20. Tiago Pires (PRT)
World Tour Results: 17,9,17
I personally told Tiago that he was going to be eaten alive on the WT. Watching him compete, I've had to eat my words on numerous occasions, and I love to see that happen, especially when someone continues to push themselves to their maximum potential every event the way Tiago has.
20. Jeremy Flores (FRA)
World Tour Results: 17,17,9
The WT has changed a lot in the last year, and Jeremy just received a firsthand look at those changes. Being the fiery competitor he is, Flores should make the necessary adjustments to stay in the top 22 come season's end.
20. Daniel Ross (AUS)
World Tour Results: 9,17,17
Ross has displayed some very big, spray-throwing turns so far. The next two events favor his style of surfing. With any luck, it looks like Ross might be sticking around for a while.
23. Damien Hobgood (USA) - Pictured Above
World Tour Results: 9,33,17
At Snapper, Damo's surfing shined brighter than ever, but come Bells and Brazil, he was void of any luster. Nothing new to him though, by J-Bay and Teahupoo, Damo should be lighting it up for everyone to see.
23. Luke Munro (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,33, 9
“Come quick, I need you, he's got a pulse...never mind it's gone.” Luke's up and down performances—mostly down—make it hard to pinpoint where the trouble lies. He really is a talented surfer in a variety of conditions, but he just seems to be missing something.
30. Travis Logie (ZAF)
World Tour Results: 33,33,9
If it weren't for a last-second win over Taj, I'd be claiming that Travis' WT campaign was done for 2010. With J-Bay next, there's still hope for him to see the second half of the season.
(Friday, May 14, 2010)
SURFER's own pro surfing pundit, Shea Lopez, has been keeping an eagle eye on the tour for us this year, studying every heat, dissecting every turn, filling his mind with facts, figures, and heat scores. Shea has broken down the tour heading into J-Bay for us. Read on to see who he thinks looks sharp, who's gonna need to step it up, and who needs to start packing their bags.
TIER ONE:
Who's on Top or Poised to Make a Move to the Top Before the Cut
1. Kelly Slater (USA)
World Tour Results: 9,1,2
As of now, there is no one near Slater in the ratings that can match his overall performance in the remaining events. That means one thing: Kelly should be on cruise control to number 10.
2. Jordy Smith (ZAF) - Pictured Above
World Tour Results: 2,5,5
Capable of winning J-Bay and Lowers easily, the tests will come at Teahupoo, Supertubes, and Pipe. Success at those events could put Kelly in trouble. Now that Jordy has stepped up his game, you can plan on him being a world title threat for many years to come.
3. Taj Burrow (AUS)
World Tour Results: 1,3,17
He still appeared to be the surfer to beat at Brazil until he got beat by the closest of margins. How he responds at J-Bay and Teahupoo will determine if he actually has a shot at the world title this year.
4. Mick Fanning (AUS)
World Tour Results: 9,2,9
All of the heat that he's been taking from the surf media and fans looks to have gotten under Mick's skin. A more committed approach by Mick in 2010 will see him capable of a title run in a similar fashion to last year.
4. Jadson Andre (BRA)
World Tour Results: 17,9,1
Amazing stuff from the young Brazilian rookie so far. How far he's come is a testament to his skill and sheer determination. If he can improve in a few areas and show that he's got some Bruno Santos-sized balls at Teahupoo, Brazil might not have to wait for Gabriel Medina to have a world title contender to cheer on.
6. Bobby Martinez (USA)
World Tour Results: 3,3,17
S--t happens and Bobby's loss to Luke Munro was just that. I can't wait to see him surf J-Bay.
6. Dane Reynolds (USA)
World Tour Results: 3,17,3
The obvious choice based on skill alone to take Kelly's throne (on tour and at Quiksliver) Dane just has to tighten up his act so he's not as vulnerable to avoidable losses. As he rode out of that massive backside air vs. CJ in Brazil, you could see from his body posture that Dane's starting to take the WT serious. And that's bad news for anyone he meets in a heat.
11. Owen Wright (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,17,3
What began so poorly for Owen has changed after Brazil. Finding his rhythm and improving his seed will see a much more relaxed and deadly competitor. I expect him to win an event this year and join Jordy and Dane as part of the new upper echelon of the WT.
12. Michel Bourez (PYF)
World Tour Results: 33,9,5
Michel has shown steady improvement through some very average conditions this year. Taking out Parko in Brazil was a great heat win; a win that should repeat itself if they are to meet again at either pumping J-bay or macking Teahupoo. Only AI stand a chance against him in serious Teahupoo.
13. Chris Davidson (AUS)
World Tour Results: 9,17,9
Watching Davo surf you get the chance to see someone who looks just right on a surfboard. The lines he draws, his body placement, everything seems to work together for him. It's great to see that he's sitting comfortably in the top 32 where he belongs.
23. Andy Irons (HAW)
World Tour Results: 17,9,33
Everybody has been all over AI for his performances. If you've been watching closely though, you would have seen all the heats he's lost have lacked the conditions he requires to excel. Sitting back in the seeding, if J-Bay and Teahupoo are working, you will witness AI handing out some serious beat-downs to the top-seeded surfers.
28. Patrick Gudauskas (USA)
World Tour Results: 17,17,17
By inching his way up the ratings with three 17th-place finishes, Pat will no longer be surfing against the top 10 in the third round, a fact that greatly increases his chances of finishing 9th or above in the next few events. Not a bad progression for the rookie—a rookie that is just as comfortable at a long right point break or under-the-lip of a 10 foot wave.
31. Dusty Payne (HAW)
World Tour Results:17,17,33
Losing a high scoring and tight heat in Brazil was unfortunate for Dusty, but taking his WT experiences and applying them to future events should prevent another loss like the one he suffered to Kelly at Bells. If conditions improve on tour, Dusty should improve his results by leaps and bounds. Dane, Jordy, and Owen are waiting for him to join them at the top.
31. Matt Wilkinson (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,17,17
Wilko should have beaten Parko in Brazil. With the performance level he's capable of, Wilco would've been in contention to win the entire comp. He's shown me that he has a huge variety of difficult maneuvers and a very high success rate for all of them. I never miss an opportunity to watch Wilco surf.
31.Tanner Gudauskas (USA)
World Tour Results: 33,17,17
Consistently posting high heat totals in the first three events has been easy for Tanner. Getting through the top seeds has been considerably more difficult. If he continues posting the big scores, the big names will start going down very soon.
SECOND TEIR:
Who's Slipping Down the Ratings or Stuck in the Basement
Being in the top 10 might be a dream come true for most, but seeing others take your place in the title race can be a major letdown. For those with three 33rds, the sobering realization that you're most likely looking at two events left on the WT gives you a world of worry and a mountain of work to do before J-Bay.
8. Joel Parkinson (AUS)
World Tour Results: 5,5,9
What happens when the entire tour has upped the ante and your surfing remains the same? You no longer find yourself in the title race. Better surf will help Parko, but major damage has already been done. Eventually every old dog has to learn some new tricks. Increasing the risk factor on his rides will be paramount if he is to get back into world title contention.
8. Adriano De Souza (BRA) - Pictured Above
World Tour Results: 5,5.9
Adriano has many strengths, but he's also just exposed a weakness. On his backhand, he really only has two or three scoring moves, and the ceiling for those moves is in the 7- to 8-point range. If pushed to exceed those scores, he has to use his frontside for variety and bigger moves. With the new talent on tour, it will be hard for Adriano to hold steady to the top-5 spot he's held down the last few years.
10. Bede Durbidge (AUS)
World Tour Results: 5, 5, 17
Bede brings a very complete package to every stop on tour. He needs to upgrade that package quick if he's to keep up the pace and get back in the race.
23. Luke Stedman (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,9,33
After finishing 11th on tour in his last injury- free year, Stedman looks to be back and surfing better than ever. Unfortunately that's still not going to be enough to achieve his previous successes.
28. Tom Whitaker (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,17,17
Three 17ths are a testament to just how solid and balanced Whitaker's surfing is. But solid and balanced alone aren't exactly the attributes needed to rise to the top of the WT in this modern tour.
31. Kekoa Bacalso (HAW)
World Tour Results: 17,33,17
Kekoa's gone from Rookie of the Year honors in '09 to a major sophomore slump in 2010. With only two events remaining before the cut, Kekoa doesn't have long to right his ship.
31. Brett Simpson (USA)
World Tour Results: 17,17,33
Brett should be doing better. The waves thus far have suited his surfing, his boards look good, yet heat after heat he fails to put two and two together. Now he only has two events to figure it out or it's back to familiar territory on the qualifying tour.
31. Neco Padaratz (BRA)
World Tour Results: 33,17,17
All of the heart and passion in the world to go with the most vicious frontside hack on tour still leave Neco lacking. For him to move up the ratings and stay on tour, he needs to add a few more moves to his repertoire.
37. Dean Morrison (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,33,33
Average surf makes for crappy results for Dingo. Luckily, at J-Bay and Teahupoo, he's among the best in business. He should remain on tour for the remainder of the year and have the chance to play spoiler when the waves cooperate.
37. Mick Campbell (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,33,33
Mick will be very desperate for a big result at J-Bay. Historically, when he's been desperate in the past, he's consistently come through.
37. Ben Dunn (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,33,17
When Ben came onto the WT at 20 years old he looked primed to learn a few things, mature a little, and become a force on the WT...that never happened.
37. Drew Courtney (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,17,33
Drew should enjoy these next two events as much as possible, because his run with the world's best is almost over.
41. Adam Melling (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
It took Adam an absurd amount of time for someone with his talent to qualify for the WT. Now, the WT is about to send him back to the 'QS again if he doesn't deliver big time in the next two events.
41. Jay Thompson (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
Jay surfs better than his results show. He still has a fighting chance of producing some upsets to slip into the top 32 after J-Bay and Teahupoo.
41. Nate Yeomans (USA)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
Out of every rookie on tour, Nate has surfed the least up to his potential. Even though he is capable of stomping the biggest of airs and blowing up every lip in his way, Nate has surfed very pedestrian through the first three events and now finds himself in need of a miracle to keep his spot on the WT.
41. Marco Polo (BRA)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
Obviously, Marco has performed like a fish out of water.
41. Blake Thornton (AUS)
World Tour Results: 33,33,33
Blake's been giving Marco a run for his money.
THIRD TIER:
Up or Down, Nobody Knows
Each of These Surfers Has Shown That They Can Win Tough Heats or Fall Flat on Their Face. Where They Go From Here Is Up to Them
13. Fredrick Patacchia (HAW)
World Tour Results: 9,9,17
Fred looked incredible in Oz and appeared primed for another solid performance in Brazil. But, between his boards looking horrible and letting a perfect wave go by with priority and under a minute to go vs. Jeremy Flores, Freddy P. missed a crucial opportunity to rise up to the top 10 on the WT.
13. Adrian Buchan (AUS)
World Tour Results: 9,9,17
A model of consistency in 2010, Ace performed his very best in every heat. From here on out it will take a major leap in performance if he wants to rise in the ranks.
16. Taylor Knox (USA)
World Tour Results: 17,17,5
I hope J-Bay pumps and is howling offshore for Taylor's sake. When the conditions turn serene, Taylor's able to show everyone what, exactly, great rail work is all about.
17. Roy Powers (HAW)
World Tour Results: 33,9,9
I think Roy actually means business this year. In contrast to having to pull off a miracle to stay on tour as in years past, with some WT experience and great natural instincts, Roy could finish solidly in 2010.
18. C.J. Hobgood (USA)
World Tour Results: 17,33,5
CJ might not have a magic board under his feet in 2010, but the problem might lie elsewhere. Always one to work tirelessly on his technique, CJ may have taken a step backward for the moment. In what appears to be an effort to bring more style back to his surfing—more like his twin, Damo—CJ's stance looks narrower while his turns seem to be pivoting off his tail more. Not to worry; I'm sure he's working on the boards and the technique as you read this.
18. Kai Otton (AUS)
World Tour Results: 5,17,33
After an inspired performance at Snapper, Kai has failed to keep the flame burning. If he doesn't find a way to surf beyond himself for the remainder of the year, then the opportunity to surf Snapper in next year's WT event won't even be an option.
20. Tiago Pires (PRT)
World Tour Results: 17,9,17
I personally told Tiago that he was going to be eaten alive on the WT. Watching him compete, I've had to eat my words on numerous occasions, and I love to see that happen, especially when someone continues to push themselves to their maximum potential every event the way Tiago has.
20. Jeremy Flores (FRA)
World Tour Results: 17,17,9
The WT has changed a lot in the last year, and Jeremy just received a firsthand look at those changes. Being the fiery competitor he is, Flores should make the necessary adjustments to stay in the top 22 come season's end.
20. Daniel Ross (AUS)
World Tour Results: 9,17,17
Ross has displayed some very big, spray-throwing turns so far. The next two events favor his style of surfing. With any luck, it looks like Ross might be sticking around for a while.
23. Damien Hobgood (USA) - Pictured Above
World Tour Results: 9,33,17
At Snapper, Damo's surfing shined brighter than ever, but come Bells and Brazil, he was void of any luster. Nothing new to him though, by J-Bay and Teahupoo, Damo should be lighting it up for everyone to see.
23. Luke Munro (AUS)
World Tour Results: 17,33, 9
“Come quick, I need you, he's got a pulse...never mind it's gone.” Luke's up and down performances—mostly down—make it hard to pinpoint where the trouble lies. He really is a talented surfer in a variety of conditions, but he just seems to be missing something.
30. Travis Logie (ZAF)
World Tour Results: 33,33,9
If it weren't for a last-second win over Taj, I'd be claiming that Travis' WT campaign was done for 2010. With J-Bay next, there's still hope for him to see the second half of the season.
