Staff and competitors arrived at the beach, and were stoked to see larger than forecast surf. The stage was set, and it was going to be a killer day! The call was made by Head Judge Duncan Coombs early that we would continue with the Pro bracket, and take advantage of the better than expected…

The world watched and Ho’okipa delivered The day started early with the opening ceremony at 9am which was streamed LIVE to the world via the AWT and PWA sites. The thought provoking Hawaiian blessing asked for wind and waves and almost immediately the breeze started to build, ruffling the head high surf. It was amazing…