The history of surfing on Maui is only traceable through the archives of the people that have lived the experience. Over the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to interview many of these athletes whose treasured tales keep the essence of aloha alive for everyone. Analu DePonte lives life with the Hawaiian pride that has been instilled in him from a young age, … [Read more...] about Remembering Maui Surfer Alex DePonte – June 23 1998
Brad Lewis
Interview with Maui Surfer Melissa Proud – March 3, 1998
Born a water baby, Melissa Proud has been pulling sea shells out of her ears since she first set foot in the sand. Out at Ho`okipa, she learned to surf from Rick Irons, who pushed her into her first waves. From that point, surfing was to become her passion. “I didn’t get into surfing until I was 14," she said. "I had always been competitive in sports, but once I started … [Read more...] about Interview with Maui Surfer Melissa Proud – March 3, 1998