Meet the athletes, organizations, and community leaders who stand with USA Surfing. Learn why they’re advocating for surf-driven leadership, and see the growing network of supporters determined to keep surfing in surfing hands.
“USA Surfing is in it for the athletes and the growth of the sport...There is no entity that has done more for the sport of surfing in the U.S. In my opinion, USA Surfing is the obvious choice for surfing’s NGB.”
Candice Appleby, USOPC Athlete’s Commission & World’s Winningest Woman SUP Racer
“The ISA strongly believes that a healthy, independent organization that truly represents the interests of surfers and the sport in the U.S. is essential as we look ahead to the LA28 Olympic Games and beyond. That organization is USA Surfing.”
Fernando Aguerre, ISA President
“Every pillar of the surf community — our athletes, our industry, our international surf federation — stands behind USA Surfing... USA Surfing has the trust of the surf world, and it must be the NGB for Olympic surfing.”
Vipe Desai, Executive Director of the Surf Industry Members Association (SIMA)
“USA surfing should be our USOPC recognized NGB. I know without a doubt no other organization will have the understanding to operate our sport or how to support our athletes and our international performance will suffer as a result.”
Rachael Tilly, 2024 ISA World Championship Silver Medalist, 2x WSL World Longboard Champion
“USA Surfing has been critical in supporting U.S. surfers, putting in real, hands-on work to provide resources and development opportunities. The trust they’ve built with surfers and the broader community speaks for itself.”
Ryan Crosby, CEO of the World Surf League (WSL)
“Our kids grew up in USA Surfing, and the pipeline they provide is essential. USA Surfing connects the world’s best surfers with the next generation of Olympic hopefuls. That mentorship and support system is invaluable.”
Marc Lindblad, father of WSL Rookie of the Year Sawyer Lindblad
“I have experienced first hand the dedication USA Surfing has shown to uplift the sport as a whole... USA Surfing is no doubt the best candidate to have NGB status for Olympic and Paralympic surfing. it’s in the name.”
Liv Stone, 3x ISA World Para Surf Gold Medalist
“We represent the core of American surfing — our members are the heartbeat of the sport. We fully support USA Surfing’s leadership as the NGB because it understands, represents, and develops the future of U.S. surfing excellence.”
Todd Ross, CEO of the U.S. Boardriders Clubs
“USA Surfing can better nurture future champions and strengthen the coastal sport's foundation. I urge (USOPC) to support USA Surfing's athlete-focused, community-driven approach. Our nation's surfers deserve representation from an organization deeply rooted in the sport.”
Esther Sanchez, Mayor of Oceanside, CA
“USA Surfing is in it for the athletes and the growth of the sport...There is no entity that has done more for the sport of surfing in the U.S. In my opinion, USA Surfing is the obvious choice for surfing’s NGB.”
San Clemente City Council, Home of LA28 Olympic Surfing
"The ISA believes strongly that a healthy and independent organization that truly represents the interests of the surfers and the sport in the U.S. is essential... we are confident that the organization best qualified for that role is USA Surfing."
Robert Fasulo, International Surfing Association (ISA) Executive Director
"It is of utmost importance for surfers to be represented by the organization that knows us and our sport, and is exclusively dedicated to what we need to be successful. This is best achieved through USA Surfing as the National Governing Body."
Caroline Marks, 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist
"Surfers must have a strong voice and receive proper world-class support to improve and achieve peak performances. This is best achieved through USA Surfing as the National Governing Body.”
Carissa Moore, 2020 Olympic Gold Medalist
"We can think of no better organization positioned to understand and serve surfers' interests. We truly hope USOPC recertifies USA Surfing as the National Governing Body for Olympic Surfing."
Graham Stapelberg, World Surf League (WSL) Tour President
"It is of utmost importance for surfers to be represented by the organization that knows us and our sport, and is exclusively dedicated to what we need to be successful. This is best achieved through USA Surfing as the National Governing Body."
Griffin Colapinto, 2024 Olympic Surfer
"USA Surfing’s commitment and fidelity to the athletes it serves is strong and authentic. USA Surfing is the governing body surfers trust to represent our interests."
Christine Benedetto, Parent of ISA World Junior Silver Medalist, Zoe Benedetto
"Without a doubt it is USA Surfing that should be guiding our competitive surfing at the elite levels of surfing and leading as the National Governing Body of surfing for the USA."
Chris Mons, Parent of ISA World Junior Silver Medalist, Lanea Mons
"USA surfing is the pathway to the most elite National Championship competition in the country... we hope you will honor that and allow USA Surfing to be re-accredited with the USOPC support that it needs."
Megan Walla, Parent of USA Surfing Junior National Team Members, Eden & Zion Walla
“If the USOPC is serious about building legacy, they will leave surfing in the hands of those who have already been doing it right - surfers."
Katherine Beattie, Member of USA Suring Para Surf Team
"It is of utmost importance for surfers to be represented by the organization that knows us and our sport, and is exclusively dedicated to what we need to be successful. This is best achieved through USA Surfing as the National Governing Body."
Kolohe Andino, 2021 Olympic Surfer
"You will not find another organization, no matter how big or how much money they have that will honestly support, nurture and love the sport of surfing and everything that entails more than USA Surfing."
Dena Brooks, Parent of USA Surfing Junior National Team Member
"My son, Will Deane has competed in the USA Surfing Prime Series since he was 11 years old and is now in his final season as a U18. I can’t imagine why any other organization could be better suited to be the National Governing Body of US Olympic Surfing."
Shawn Deane, Parent of USA Surfing ISA Team Member, Will Deane
"It is of utmost importance for surfers to be represented by the organization that knows us and our sport, and is exclusively dedicated to what we need to be successful. This is best achieved through USA Surfing as the National Governing Body."
Caity Simmers, 2024 Olympian and WSL World Champ
"USA Surfing is the right choice as the NGB for surfing in the US. US ski and snowboard is Not."
Kevin Olenick, USA Surfing Para Surf Team Manager