Haleʻiwa Pro Longboard Finals: A Day of Dreams and Dominance! Imagine the perfect day, the waves are pumping, and the competition is fierce! That's exactly what went down at the HTA HIC Haleʻiwa Pro Longboard Finals. This year's event saw Sive Jarrard claim the title for the second year in a row, while Nelson Ahina III clinched his first-ever WSL win. Talk about a double dose of excitement!
The final was an absolute showdown, featuring some of the biggest names in longboarding. We're talking about the 2023 World Longboard Champion, Kai Sallas, and Kaniela Stewart, a strong contender for multiple World Longboard Titles. Also, the talented Moana Domenech from Tahiti was in top form. But here's where it gets exciting: Ahina III's incredible last-minute score of 8.67 sealed his victory!
And the women's final? Equally thrilling! Jarrard had to battle against tough competitors like Puamakamae DeSoto, a constant threat in the QS and LQS, along with 2025 Longboard Tour wildcard Cash Hoover, and the rising star Alana Johnson. It was a nail-biter right down to the wire, with Jarrard's wave score of 7.83 ultimately securing her win.
But here's a thought: Do you think the judging was fair, or were there any controversial calls? What do you think contributed most to Jarrard's and Ahina III's wins? Let me know in the comments!
