2019 World Surf League

CANDY CRUSH SODA SAGA® AND KYLE GORDON TEAM UP FOR A RIP CURL WSL FINALS TAKEOVER

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Candy Crush Soda Saga announced it'll bring the adrenaline of the World Surf League into the iconic match-3 mobile game with their new event, "Soda Surf Cup". And look out! Kyle Gordon, TikTok sensation behind the Eurodance hit "Planet of the Bass," will be popping up with his latest persona, wannabe surf legend Crush Sodason, and attempt to dominate the in-game tournament and catch some actual waves ahead of the Rip Curl WSL Finals in San Clemente, California.

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  • Fans can watch Crush's journey on Kyle Gordon's own TikTok and Instagram channels from September 11th, with additional exclusive content available on Candy Crush social media.
  • Candy Crush Soda Saga will feature surfboard candies, a diorama of fan-favorites Soda Gummy Bears & Yeti riding waves, and much more.
  • "I'd say the only people more up for a challenge than Candy Crush Soda Saga players are the pros competing at the World Surf League Finals," says Todd Green, General Manager, Candy Crush Franchise.
  • Partnering with Candy Crush Soda Saga to bring this epic WSL competition to life in-game has been an incredibly fun and collaborative process.

17th Annual Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro Powered by CELSIUS Returns to Iconic Oceanside Pier Sept. 22-24, 2023 with World-Class Professional Surfing and a Free Music Festival

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

OCEANSIDE, Calif., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ASA Entertainment announced today that the World Surf League (WSL) QS3000 Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro powered by CELSIUS will celebrate its 17th year at the Oceanside Pier in Oceanside, Calif., Sept. 22-24, 2023. The nationally televised event is the largest female surf contest in the world, with more than 140 of the world's top pros scheduled to compete. Admission to the event is free.

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  • OCEANSIDE, Calif., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ASA Entertainment announced today that the World Surf League (WSL) QS3000 Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro powered by CELSIUS will celebrate its 17th year at the Oceanside Pier in Oceanside, Calif., Sept. 22-24, 2023.
  • The nationally televised event is the largest female surf contest in the world, with more than 140 of the world's top pros scheduled to compete.
  • New elements for 2023 include a women's beach volleyball tournament; a female content creators showcase; a fashion show; and a women's pro skimboarding event.
  • Each of the Super Girl events are centered around providing athletic, social, cultural, educational, and entertainment opportunities for young women in traditionally male-dominated industries.

Hurley)( Announced as Official Surf Apparel Sponsor of the Wallex US Open of Surfing Presented by Pacifico, Bringing Unparalleled Excitement for all things Surf and Sand

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Friday, July 28, 2023

Hurley's main focus will be supporting the 12 team riders competing in the event, including 2022 WSL World Champion and current World No.

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  • Hurley's main focus will be supporting the 12 team riders competing in the event, including 2022 WSL World Champion and current World No.
  • 1 Filipe Toledo who said, "I couldn't be more excited about coming back to compete at the US Open!
  • I have so many memories here in Huntington Beach; the fans and the energy on the beach is unbelievable.
  • Of the event, Floridian and Championship Tour hopeful Zoe Benedetto said, "I'm really excited for this year's US Open!

Hurley)( Pro Surfer Carissa Moore Wins BIG in LE(MOORE) at the Surf Ranch Pro

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

LEMOORE, Calif., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hurley)(, the iconic action sports brand, secured a first-place win by team rider, Carissa Moore, at the Surf Ranch Pro Presented by 805 Beer in Lemoore, California.

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  • LEMOORE, Calif., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hurley)(, the iconic action sports brand, secured a first-place win by team rider, Carissa Moore, at the Surf Ranch Pro Presented by 805 Beer in Lemoore, California.
  • Carissa Moore, who won wearing Hurley's Plumeria Soft Waist Boardshorts which she designed as part of the Spring 2023 Hurley x Moore Aloha collection, scored a 16.53 in a tight final round.
  • Following this latest win, Moore moves up to the #1 spot on the WSL's 2023 ranking and jumps back into the yellow jersey.
  • She left no doubt she was going to walk away with her second Surf Ranch Trophy!"

CUP NOODLES® ANNOUNCES MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP WITH THE WORLD SURF LEAGUE

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

GARDENA, Calif., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cup Noodles, one of the iconic brands of Nissin Foods USA, has announced a multi-year partnership with the World Surf League (WSL), the global home of competitive surfing. As an official sponsor of the league, the brand deepens its ties to enthusiastic surf fans and the professional sports community by partnering with Olympic surfer Kanoa Igarashi.

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  • Cup Noodles has announced a multi-year partnership with the World Surf League and Olympic surfer Kanoa Igarashi.
  • Diving into the world of surf, Cup Noodles has also partnered with celebrated professional surfer and Olympic silver medalist Kanoa Igarashi, who is competing on the 2023 World Surf League Championship Tour this season.
  • We will partner to tell his story to the world and celebrate our mutual love of international food and culture," said Cherie Cohen, Chief Revenue Officer of the World Surf League.
  • This new partnership will expand Cup Noodles' partnerships with major sports teams and leagues worldwide with its growing roster of partners.

16th Annual Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro WSL Contest & Festival Event Returns to Iconic Oceanside Pier Sept. 16-18, 2022

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Thursday, August 11, 2022

OCEANSIDE, Calif., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ASA Entertainment announced today that the World Surf League (WSL) QS3000 Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro powered by Celsius will celebrate its 16th year at the Oceanside Pier in Oceanside, Calif., Sept. 16-18, 2022.  The nationally televised event is the largest female surf contest in the world, with more than 90 of the world's top pros scheduled to compete.  Admission to the event is free.

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  • Festival Also Includes 15 Free Concerts With Well-Known Artists Such As The Offspring, Smash Mouth, Hoobastank And More
    OCEANSIDE, Calif., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --ASA Entertainment announced today that the World Surf League (WSL) QS3000 Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro powered by Celsius will celebrate its 16th year at the Oceanside Pier in Oceanside, Calif., Sept. 16-18, 2022.
  • The nationally televised event is the largest female surf contest in the world, with more than 90 of the world's top pros scheduled to compete.
  • World Champions Honolua Blomfield, Summer Romero, Soleil Errico and Jen Smith will headline the field alongside 2021 Super Girl Longboarding Champion, Kirra Seale.
  • "Nissan is committed to the Super Girl Pro Series of surf and gamer events and its mission to celebrate female strength and empowerment," said Shawn Mirabal, regional vice president,Nissan North America.

2022 Vans US Open of Surfing Releases Full Schedule of Events

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

COSTA MESA, Calif., July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2022 Vans US Open of Surfing (VUSOS) today announced its schedule of events for the nine-day action sports festival, including surf, skateboarding, and BMX competition, as well as a full calendar of engaging creative activities for the entire family to enjoy. The world's largest action sports festival returns to the southside of the Huntington Beach Pier from July 30 through August 7, 2022. The entire event is free and open to the public from 7:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. every day. Fans can find more details and the full schedule of events at VansUSOpenofSurfing.com.

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  • Fans can find more details and the full schedule of events at VansUSOpenofSurfing.com .
  • The theme of this year's Vans US Open of Surfing is focused on the importance of environmental responsibility.
  • Eco-consciousness is integrated into all Vans activations to showcase the connection of sustainability with surf culture and surf products.
  • Led by longtime Vans non-profit partner City Surf Project , additional partners for the US Open Vans Surf Camp include Stoked Mentoring , Native Like Water , and the HB Rangers program.

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER AND ADIDAS UNVEIL 2022 PRIMEBLUE KITS TO INSPIRE ACTION AGAINST PLASTIC WASTE

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

NEW YORK, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Major League Soccer and adidas are once again raising awareness and inspiring action surrounding the impact of marine plastic waste by featuring customized Primeblue uniforms made from a high-performance recycled material and Parley Ocean Plastic™.  The jerseys will be worn on field by MLS clubs May 27-29.

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  • NEW YORK, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Major League Soccer and adidas are once again raising awareness and inspiring action surrounding the impact of marine plastic waste by featuring customized Primeblue uniforms made from a high-performance recycled material and Parley Ocean Plastic.
  • "Major League Soccer is committed to reducing our carbon footprint and raising awareness about environmental issues, including plastic waste on land and in water," saidJoAnn Neale, MLS' President and Chief Administrative Officer.
  • "We are thrilled to have an innovative partner like adidas that enables our clubs to sport kits that inspire the soccer community to join together to preserve our ocean and create a cleaner world."
  • Earlier this year, select MLS clubs and adidas teamed up on a sustainability initiative to help keep plastic waste out of landfills.

GROMS, an NFT collection focused on promoting diversity through surfing, travel and the blockchain, has arrived

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

The idea for GROMS came from the group's mutual passions for surfing, promoting diversity and maintaining a growth-mindset.

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  • The idea for GROMS came from the group's mutual passions for surfing, promoting diversity and maintaining a growth-mindset.
  • "I believe blockchain technology can level the playing field, erase previous barriers of entry and help make a more inclusive society.
  • The more I researched the NFT space the more I saw how powerful this technology was in building communities.
  • With the current lack of representation in tech, I found it very important that I contributed to a project that focused on diversity."

Native Hawaiian Olympians Honored in 100-Foot Mural in the Birthplace of Surfing on the Heels of the Sport’s Olympic Debut

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Monday, December 13, 2021

A building-size mural celebrating two native Hawaiian Olympians was unveiled in Honolulu, Hawaii the birthplace of surfing just as Oahus North Shore surf season begins.

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  • A building-size mural celebrating two native Hawaiian Olympians was unveiled in Honolulu, Hawaii the birthplace of surfing just as Oahus North Shore surf season begins.
  • The mural Hee Nalu: Two Hawaiian Olympians was created by artist Kamea Hadar and illustrates dual portraits of Carissa Moore and Duke Kahanamoku.
  • Yet, the dream to have surfing represented on the Olympic stage predates Moores victory by more than 100 years.
  • Over a century later this dream has been realized and Moore, a Native Hawaiian herself, claimed the inaugural gold.