Crane Brain is a new surf film documenting Ian Crane’s travels throughout the world showcasing his creative personality and exploits as one of the most progressive surfers on the planet. From chasing the best surf to experiencing the local cultures, this film embodies the true spirit of modern-day surfing.
Team Puerto Rico celebrating with Joseph Biasotto Photo: ISA / Pablo Franco
Greeted by dreamy 6-foot peaks at La Bocana, Round 3 of the Main Event in the Boys U-18 division immediately filled the highlight reel. Luke Thompson(RSA) claimed an 8.50 in the first heat of the day before Daniel Emslie (RSA) one-upped his teammate with a 9.00 in the third, but it was Luke Swanson(HAW) who found perfection with the event’s first 10.00 ride.
Luke Swanson – Hawaii. Photo: ISA / Sean Evans
Floating a barreling section on his backhand, Swanson quickly comboed it with a vertical re-entry and gigantic end hit for an explosive finish.
“The waves are firing. I found a double-up towards the end of my heat. I could have safe-surfed it and got a small score, but I thought why not just go for it. I threw a couple turns on a couple big sections and luckily rode out. I’m super-stoked.” Swanson said.
While Swanson held today’s highlight, so far Team Hawaii have been the clear frontrunners across all divisions.
In Round 3 of the Girls U-18 Main Event at La Bocana, Kana Nakashio(JPN) drew a long arc on a bottom turn before unleashing on the face, garnering herself the highest single wave score (8.50) and heat total (14.50) of the division.
Kana Nakashio from Japan Photo: ISA / Sean Evans
Meanwhile in the first heat of Girls U-16 Main Event Round 3 at El Sunzal, Isi Campbell (AUS) claimed a 9.00 for highest single-wave score out of both Girls divisions today. In the final heat of the day for Girls U-16, the 13-year-old surfer representing Thailand, Isabel Faye Higgs, accrued today’s highest heat total out of both Girls divisions (15.85).
The first eliminations took place this afternoon as the entirety of Repechage Round 1 was held for Boys U-18 and Girls U-16. A handful of heats in Girls U-18 and Boys U-16 Repechage Round 1 also ran. Those divisions will be completed Wednesday morning.
Boy’s U-16 Repechage Round 1 opened with a bang as Puerto Rico’s Joseph Biasotto caught just two waves but made them count. A pair of 9’s made it clear that he is not willing to be relegated to cheering his fellow teammates just yet; his heat total of 18.55 landing him the new event high score.
Mateo Christodulu is extremely proud to be the first surfer to represent Greece in the ISA World Juniors.
“I feel honored and very grateful and happy to represent Greece because I am the first junior representing my country in this tournament. This championship gives me the opportunity to compete against the best juniors in the world and maybe to qualify for the Olympics one day.”
ISA President Fernando Aguerre said:
“Another day of amazing performances and amazing waves. It’s always hard to see athletes eliminated, but every one is a national hero. But what’s unique about these events is that everyone can still play a part as a fan cheering their own team. The ISA spirit is strong in each of the competitors as we move towards crowning the first junior World Champions in three years.”
The 2022 Surf City El Salvador ISA World Junior Surfing Championship will be broadcast live until June 5 on isasurf.org.
The event schedule is as follows:
June 1 – June 5 – Competition at La Bocana and El Sunzal
June 5 – Closing Ceremony at El Sunzal following the close of competition
This week, us Brits will be indulging in two of our greatest pleasures. Bank holidays and trips to the water’s edge.
But did you know that over half of us, the great British public, are scared of swimming outside because we’re unsure if the water is clean or polluted?
Hmm… Some amazing organisation really should create a solution to this issue. Perhaps in the form of a free mobile app 🤔 🤔 🤔
Yes, today, ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend, we have launched our updated Safer Seas & Rivers Service app with a ‘Poo Watch’ stunt on Jubilee Beach, Southend. And we’ve also published new research which shows just how much the #SewageScandal is affecting our water use.
Remind me, what is the Safer Seas & Rivers Service (SSRS)?
Simply put, the SSRS is a vital and free public health information service, providing real-time water pollution alerts straight to a user’s phone. Why? To help beach goers make an informed decision on how, when and where to use the UK’s beautiful beaches and rivers to avoid any potentially harmful pollution coming from sewer overflows and farming run-off.
That sounds great! Does it do anything else?
Funny you should ask… Yes, through the free app you can:
submit evidence of sewage pollution – an essential step in holding big polluters responsible;
submit health reports to us – water companies put our health at risk every time they discharge raw sewage, help us fight back by sharing your story;
email your MP and your water company CEO at the click of a button to demand they #EndSewagePollution.
I really should have this. How do I download it?
It’s simple. Either search for Safer Seas & Rivers Service on your mobile app store or click the button below.
From award-winning documentary filmmaker Stacy Peralta comes Patagonia’s The Yin & Yang of Gerry Lopez, a film that lifts the veil on one of surfing’s most enigmatic heroes. While “Mr. Pipeline” is famously known for his calm demeanour in the tube, Gerry built his career with aggressive surfing that left behind a trail of blood and tears. Gerry is as radical as he is Zen; he transcends categorisation. He’s one of the most influential surfers and surfboard shapers of all time, an entrepreneur, a family man, a movie star and a lifelong yogi who brought surfing to new frontiers. His influence on modern surfing is immeasurable, and for the first time, his story is being told in full.
“Heaven is on my side” is a short film born of the desire to portray my friend and big-wave surfer João “Massas” de Macedo’s unique relationship with the giant waves of Nazaré, one of deep gratitude and respect, both for the wave and the whole community that surrounds it. Plus he absolutely charges out there, so to get a front-row seat to that, both on competition and non-competition days, was an absolutely incredible opportunity I jumped at. As if shooting big-wave surfing wasn’t hard enough though, we decided to shoot on Super 8 film, to keep the crew to a minimum and also to create a timeless aesthetic that reflected the location and themes of the film. Thanks to all those involved in making this happen. – Marco Espirito Santo @marcoespiritosanto
The Surfer and the Sage – A Guide to Survive and Guide Life’s Waves seeks to provide hope and inspiration to those on life’s rocky road.
“As COVID affected our lives, it seemed as though the average individual’s mental health started to change for the worse. Feelings of disappointment, confusion and anger started to arise. Legendary world champion surfer, Shaun Tomson, is no stranger to depression. After losing his son, Tomson walked the bitter road of loss and crossed from darkness into the light.”
The Surfer and the Sage addresses the eighteen relentless, breaking waves of life, from loss and ageing to relationships and depression, and guides you to transformation. While this book cannot provide clinical help, it can provide spiritual guidance and inspirational hope. International bestselling poet-philosopher, Noah BenShea, provides insight on a path of purpose, hope, and faith. It is not a list of rules to follow that guarantee success, health, or wealth, but rather a collection of advice from two guides who have traveled far and wide and suffered deeply, but still look forward to tomorrow with hope and faith.
The Surfer and the Sage by Shaun Tomson and Noah BenShea is available from 7 June, 2022 Price: $17.99 from bookstores, online booksellers and directly from familius.com or from amazon here, £12.99
“Some great insights into riding the waves of life. If you surf, read this book. If you don’t surf, read this book.” — Carissa Moore, surfing Olympic gold medallist and five-time world champion
The Surfer and the Sage by Shaun Tomson and Noah BenShea is available from 7 June, 2022 Price: $17.99 from bookstores, online booksellers and directly from familius.com or from amazon here, £12.99
“Some great insights into riding the waves of life. If you surf, read this book. If you don’t surf, read this book.” — Carissa Moore, surfing Olympic gold medallist and five-time world champion
