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Newport Beach city councilmembers have unanimously advanced plans for a surf park, signaling an intent to override objections from the Orange County Airport Land Use Commission. The proposed "Snug Harbor Surf Park" aims to transform a portion of the Newport Beach Golf Course into a surf la...
The World Surf League (WSL) North America Qualifying Series (QS) is back in Virginia Beach for the highly anticipated Virginia Beach Pro Presented by Coastal Edge ECSC. This iconic event, now in its 63rd year, runs alongside the longest-standing surf competition on the East Coast, marking a signific...
Coastal communities along the East Coast are facing a challenging weather pattern characterized by strong onshore winds, rough surf, and a high risk of rip currents. These conditions are expected to persist, leading to potential minor overwash and advisories for several areas, particularly the Outer...
The World Surf League (WSL) has announced the highly anticipated return of the Siargao International Surfing Cup, a Qualifying Series (QS) 6000 event, scheduled to take place at the legendary Cloud 9 break from October 24-31, 2025. This prestigious competition is set to draw top surfers from across ...
BYD's most affordable European model, the Dolphin Surf, has earned the coveted five-star safety rating from the independent Euro NCAP organization. This achievement underscores BYD's dedication to integrating advanced technology and development, setting a high standard for safety within the competit...
The World Surf League (WSL) is undergoing significant organizational changes with the appointment of new leadership and the departure of a long-serving commissioner. These moves signal a strategic push to enhance marketing, revenue generation, and the overall fan experience as the league continues i...
The 2025 English Interclub Surfing Championships, set to take place in Porthtowan, Cornwall, were abruptly cancelled on Saturday due to a significant sewage discharge into the water. Over 140 surfers from across the country were preparing to compete in what were described as "perfect competitio...
The world of professional surfing is more than just athletic prowess; it's a platform where athletes' voices can shape public perception and influence millions. From the competitive arena of the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour to the raw power of big wave surfing, pro surfers are increasin...
Del Mar Dog Beach in Southern California recently hosted its 20th annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon, a unique charity event where dogs of all breeds and sizes showcased their surfing skills. The competition, organized by the Helen Woodward Animal Center, aimed to raise funds and awareness for neglected an...
The Lexus WSL Finals Fiji Presented by Corona Cero concluded with thrilling performances at the iconic Cloudbreak, crowning Molly Picklum and Yago Dora as the 2025 World Champions. The winner-take-all format delivered high-stakes drama as the world's best surfers battled challenging conditions and e...
The 2025 English Interclub Surfing Championships, set to take place in Porthtowan, Cornwall, were abruptly canceled on Saturday due to a sewage discharge. Over 140 competitors from across the country were in the water when lifeguards issued a red flag, prompting organizers to immediately halt the ev...
The World Surf League (WSL) is set to electrify the East Coast with a series of premier surfing events. Surfers will battle for crucial points in the Virginia Beach Pro, the WRV Outer Banks Pro, and the prestigious Lexus US Open of Surfing, culminating in a thrilling showcase of talent and competiti...
Fellsmere, Florida is set to undergo a significant transformation with the upcoming "The Point Surf Park." This $30 million development, approved by the City Council, promises to inject new life into the local economy by creating jobs and attracting visitors. While excitement builds for th...
The World Surf League (WSL) Qualifying Series (QS) Europe region's 2024/2025 season culminates this week at the Caparica Surf Fest 2025 in Costa da Caparica, Portugal. This prestigious event, featuring a QS 3,000 for men and a QS 1,000 for women, is the final stop on the circuit, with crucial points...
Encinitas local Ella McCaffray has claimed the No. 1 spot in the World Surf League (WSL) Qualifying Series standings following a dominant East Coast performance. The 22-year-old surfer secured a significant victory at the Virginia Beach Pro and a strong third-place finish at the WRV Outer Banks Pro,...
Hurricane season brought colossal waves, with surfers Luke Johnson and Ben Gravy seizing the opportunity to ride the powerful swells generated by Hurricanes Erin and Fernand. From the shores of Nantucket to the quest to surf every named storm, these athletes embraced the raw energy of the ocean. Rid...
In a historic day of professional surfing, Australia's Molly Picklum and Brazil's Yago Dora have claimed their maiden World Surf League (WSL) World Titles at the Lexus WSL Finals in Fiji. The prestigious event, held at the legendary Cloudbreak, saw both top seeds rise to the occasion, navigating cha...
Residents and visitors across Hawaii are urged to exercise caution as Hurricane Kiko advances in the eastern Pacific. The major hurricane is expected to churn up powerful swells that will impact the islands with hazardous surf and strong rip currents through the coming days. Key Takeaways Hurricane ...
The World Surf League (WSL) is facing sharp criticism from indigenous Fijian groups on the eve of its finals day event in Fiji. Organizations like Fiji Surf Co and Bati Protector have labeled the WSL's operations as "exploitative," alleging that the league benefits from Fiji's natural reso...
In a leadership move aimed at accelerating growth and fan engagement, the World Surf League has appointed Brooke Farris as Chief Marketing Officer and President of North America. The former Rip Curl chief will oversee global brand, marketing, communications, and social strategy while guiding events ...
Lifeguards at Sunny Isles Beach demonstrated their commitment to marine life when they successfully rescued a hammerhead shark that had become stranded in shallow waters near the Newport Pier. The unusual rescue operation involved clearing swimmers and carefully guiding the distressed animal back to...
Indigenous Fijian groups have voiced strong criticism against the World Surf League (WSL) on the eve of its Finals Day in Fiji, accusing the organization of exploiting the nation's ocean and its people. Concerns center on the WSL's long-standing relationship with the Fijian government, with local or...
Get ready for a splash of canine athleticism as Helen Woodward Animal Center hosts its 20th annual Surf Dog Surf-a-Thon on September 7th at Del Mar's Dog Beach. This beloved event combines the thrill of surfing with a crucial mission: raising funds for orphan pets and vital animal center programs. S...
The world of professional surfing is abuzz with anticipation as the Lexus WSL Finals Fiji Presented by Corona Cero approaches. Set against the stunning backdrop of Fiji's legendary waves, the competition will crown the 2025 World Champions. The elite Final 5 men and women are ready to battle it out ...
The legendary waves of Cloudbreak in Fiji served as the dramatic stage for the 2025 Lexus WSL Finals, where Molly Picklum and Yago Dora were crowned World Champions. The winner-take-all event saw the top five male and female surfers battle it out on the single best day of waves during the competitio...
The World Surf League (WSL) Finals Day has concluded in Fiji, crowning Molly Picklum and Yago Dora as the 2025 World Champions. The highly anticipated event, held at the iconic Cloudbreak, saw surfers battle challenging conditions and a new, high-stakes format to determine the ultimate victors of th...
Huntington Beach, California, witnessed a thrilling conclusion to the Lexus US Open of Surfing Presented by Pacifico, as Sawyer Lindblad and Levi Slawson emerged victorious. The iconic Surf City USA delivered classic conditions, with three-to-five foot waves providing a stage for exceptional perform...
Get ready to catch a wave of cuteness! Squishmallows, the beloved plush brand, is transforming Bearology Temple City into a vibrant, tiki-inspired "Squishmallows Surf Club" pop-up. This immersive experience, running from September 13 to December 13, 2025, offers fans of all ages a unique b...
Get ready for a splashy spectacle as dozens of canine competitors prepare to ride the waves at Helen Woodward Animal Center's 20th annual Surf Dog Surf-a-Thon. This beloved event, taking place on September 7th at Del Mar's Dog Beach, will see talented pups showcasing their surfing skills for a chanc...
The Local Motion Surf Into Summer At Home In The Hawaiian Islands concluded at Ala Moana Bowls with Kelis Kaleopa'a and Kai Sallas claiming victory. The event, a crucial stop on the Hawaiʻi/Tahiti Nui Longboard Qualifying Series, also determined the qualifiers for the 2025 WSL Longboard Tour. Key Ta...
The 2025 World Surf League Championship Tour reached its thrilling conclusion at the iconic Teahupo'o in Tahiti. With a powerful Southern Hemisphere swell gracing the legendary waves, surfers battled for crucial points in the final regular-season event, determining the WSL Final 5. Key Takeaways Mol...
Clear Lake, Iowa is set to celebrate the grand opening of the Surf Music Experience Center (MEC) starting Friday, September 5th. This new 10,000-square-foot facility, located adjacent to the historic Surf Ballroom, promises an immersive journey into the golden age of rock 'n' roll, featuring rare ar...
Prince Harry recently made waves, quite literally, by catching some rides at Kelly Slater's renowned Surf Ranch in Lemoore, California. The Duke of Sussex was captured on video navigating the artificial waves, a moment shared by his wife, Meghan Markle, on social media. The footage sparked a mix of ...
Neutrogena, a leader in skincare, has officially partnered with the World Surf League (WSL) for the 2025 season, becoming the official suncare partner. This collaboration aims to promote sun safety among surfers, fans, and beachgoers across various WSL events, including the Championship Tour. Key Ta...
WestJet is launching new direct flights from Calgary to Puerto Escondido, Mexico, starting December 12, 2025. This new weekly service will operate throughout the winter season, offering Calgarians a convenient way to access the popular Pacific coast surf destination. The announcement marks an expans...
The world's best surfers have converged on the pristine shores of Fiji for the highly anticipated Lexus WSL Finals Fiji Presented by Corona Cero. The event, which determines the 2025 World Surf League Champions, is currently in its holding period, with organizers closely monitoring an incoming swell...
The World Surf League (WSL) Africa Qualifying Series (QS) 2024/2025 season culminates this weekend with the Cape Town Surf Pro QS 1,000. Surfers will gather at the renowned Long Beach in Kommetjie, Cape Town, for the final event of the season, which is part of the City Surf Series. This event is cru...
Veterans from across the nation are finding renewed purpose and healing through adaptive surfing at La Jolla Shores in San Diego. The VA's National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic is hosting nearly 150 injured veterans for a week of adaptive activities, with surfing proving to be a particularly powerf...
The WSL Surf Ranch Pro delivered a unique spectacle, showcasing elite surfers riding a man-made wave with unparalleled perfection. Beyond the high-octane competition, the event fostered an electric atmosphere, blending surf culture with a festival-like vibe, attracting a diverse crowd and spreading ...
Virginia Beach is now home to a premier surf destination, Atlantic Surf Park, which has officially opened its doors. This innovative, year-round facility offers a man-made lagoon capable of producing 1,000 perfect waves per hour, eliminating the need to wait for ideal ocean conditions. The project b...
At our last Wave Waste clean-up at Għajn Tuffieħa , together with our friends Zibel (local legends) and Singita, we pulled all sorts of junk off the sand. Plastics, bottles, nets, wrappers… the usual suspects. But buried under it all, we found something different: a bucket hat. It was dirty, salty, ...
The eThekwini Surf Pro in Durban, South Africa, is heading into its thrilling finals day tomorrow, Saturday, June 21st. Day 3 saw intense competition across the Qualifying Series (QS), Longboard, and Pro Junior divisions, narrowing the field of talented surfers vying for victory. The first call for ...
Jacksonville is one step closer to potentially riding the waves with the submission of permit applications for a new surf park. The proposed $20 million project, spearheaded by Aventuur Jax Propco LLC, centers around a 5.5-acre Wavegarden Cove surfing lagoon and associated support facilities. The de...
Caraïbos Lacanau Pro Surges Towards Finals The 44th edition of the Caraïbos Lacanau Pro, a cornerstone of the World Surf League (WSL) Europe Qualifying Series, is nearing its conclusion. This historic event, the oldest professional surfing competition in France, has seen intense competition as surfe...
Forget the Golden State's crowded beaches and sometimes unwelcoming surf culture. Narragansett, Rhode Island, is emerging as a premier East Coast destination for surfers of all levels, offering a more serene and authentic experience. With consistent waves, a rich surf history, and a community that v...
The Cruel Reality of the WSL Mid-Season Cut The World Surf League's (WSL) mid-season cut at the Margaret River Pro has once again delivered heartbreak and triumph, as surfers battled for their careers on the Championship Tour. This pivotal event determines who advances and who faces the challenging ...
Hurricane Erin is unleashing dangerous surf and rip currents along a vast stretch of the U.S. East Coast, prompting beach closures and ferry cancellations. While the storm is not making direct landfall, its powerful winds are generating massive waves and hazardous conditions from Florida to Maine. K...
The world's best surfers are about to descend on Cloudbreak, Fiji, for the 2025 WSL Finals (August 27 – September 4). The anticipation is sky-high—this is the first time the one-day showdown that crowns surfing's world champions has landed in the South Pacific. But as the clock ticks down, one quest...
Brazil's Surfing Capital Gears Up for VIVO Rio Pro The World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour (CT) is set to make its highly anticipated return to Brazil's iconic surfing capital, Saquarema. The VIVO Rio Pro presented by Corona Cero, the ninth stop on the 2025 CT, will take place at the renowned ...
This weekend, Hawaii residents and visitors can immerse themselves in a diverse array of events, from thrilling surf competitions and live music to a major college football game and a prestigious international piano competition. The weekend promises a vibrant mix of sports, culture, and entertainmen...