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JACKS PRO DAY TWO

Day Two recap from the Vans Jacks Pro WSL QS 4000 presented by 805 in Huntington Beach.

Some wind on it again today, but seemed like maybe a little more push, and definitely more broken up. Peaky and fun, even through the bumpy conditions. As expected, score lines were up, and the talent level has definitely started to rise. Here’s what went down on Day Two at the Jacks Pro. From the […]

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JACKS PRO DAY ONE

The first event of the 2026/27 World Surf League North America Qualifying Series is underway at the Jacks Pro in Huntington Beach. A recap from Day One on Southside of the Pier.

The Qualifying Series is so gnarly. I wouldn’t say every person in the draw could win, but every person surfs good enough to make some heats. It reminds me a lot of college basketball, in comparison to pro basketball. These “kids” – if you will – are hungry. They are trying to juice every drop […]