Bodysurfing has a longstanding tradition in the Hawaiian culture, and Sandy Beach in particular. The Oahu homegrown event brought together local bodysurfers from across the island, and beyond.
"Bodysurfing, called he'e umauma or kaha nalu in Hawaiian, was first enjoyed by ancient Hawaiians at the break called 'Sandy Beach' today. It is believed that bodysurfing in Hawaii was first inspired by the dolphins seen there, long before the invention of the surfboard."
Mahalo to all the event sponsors and everyone who competed.
Special shakas to mens and women's finalists.
Bodysurfing Men Finalist 1st Place in Division:
Carleton Young- Men over 56
Kai Santos- Men 41-55
Matt Solomon Men 26-40
Kanealii Wilcox Men 17-25
Wyatt Yee Men 16 Under
Bodysurfing Men Open Finals:
1. Kai Santos
2. Dane Torres
3. Kanealii Wilcox
4. Wyatt Yee
5. John Wayne Thomas
6. BK Holt
Bodysurfing Final Women:
1. Liat Portner
2. Makenzia Arita
3. Kyla Lozis
Handboard Final Men:
1. Kai Santos
2. Barry Holt
3. Kanealii Wilcox
Handboard Final Women:
1. Kyla Lozis
2. Maria Remos
3. Kuu Gutierrez
"Mahalo to all of our sponsors, staff and competitors, it was a great weekend with the local bodysurfing community, and we plan to run this annual event the same time next year (September 23/24). Hopefully we will get some visiting competitors who want to battle it out next year. " Sean Enoka
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