2024-2025

new CORE AWARDS

120 DAYS TO PROVE YOURSELF!

NOV 1 2024 - FEB 28, 2025

SUBMISSION Rules

1. Two different photo angles and one video angle with date and time stamp for verification.

2. These awards are open to men and women, and will have awards for both in each category

3. All submissions must be in by midnight Hawaii time on February 28. No exceptions!

4. Athletes and photographers must sign a contract that allows us to use their photos and names along with their submissions.

5. All rides must be a “complete ride” meaning
Ride the wave to the channel or kick out, to be considered for an award, with exceptions to “wipe out” submissions.

Award Categories

  • Paddle Wave with the highest single wave score.

  • Tow Wave with the highest single wave score.

  • Participant that “broke through” with their performance. Considerations might include: a first time competitor; someone who pushed to surf this location; someone who dramatically improved from past year performances.

  • Awarded to the Competitor whose submission receives the most public votes on the Contest website.

JUDGING

Winners of each category will be chosen by our panel of judging consisting of a few of the most legendary and decorated big-wave surfers of all time. All of which have put in countless hours at Pe’ahi, and know full-well the power and dedication required to get an award winning wave.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Award ceremony

Paia Bay Coffee & Bar
March 15th, 2025

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