Matt Hewitt has placed 17^th at the Nike US Open Pro Junior.  After progressing through two early rounds, Hewitt fought it out in the heat of the third round placing third to Nat Young (USA) and Filipe Toledo (BRA).

In the closest of finishes Hewitt needed a 6.34 to progress but fell just short scoring 6.27 on his last wave with only one minute remaining in the heat.  Young won the heat scoring 13.43 with the Brazilian scoring 12.83 and Hewitt slightly back scoring 12.77.  Hawaiian Koa Smith placed fourth.

Hewitt was one of only two Australasian surfers eligible to surf in the event.  He is now based over in California for the next two months surfing and training.  You can follow his movements via his new Facebook Fan Page.