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Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on surfing.

  1. JOHN Mark Tokong is thrilled to represent the country in the 11th leg of the World Surf League that will be held at the Cloud 9 Surfing Area in Surigao del Norte in October.

    Tokong fulfills surfing dream

    Top Filipino surfer John Mark Tokong, 29, earned a wildcard slot for the World Surf League (WSL) 11th leg hosted at Cloud 9 Surfing Area in Siargao, Surigao…

    2 MIN READ

  2. CASH Hoover of the United States celebrates after emerging victorious in the World Surf League La Union International Pro World Longboard Tour Qualifier in San Juan, La Union.

    Hoover, Skinner rule WSL Longboard Tour

    Cash Hoover and Ben Skinner shine at the WSL La Union International Pro, with Filipino surfers Rogelio Esquievel Jr. and Jomarie Ebueza making the podium in a…

    2 MIN READ

  3. THE best young surfers in the world like Bella Kenworthy, Laura Raupp, Lukas Skinner, Dane Henry and Troy Espejon are ready to face the waves of La Union when they compete in the 2025 World Junior Championships in San Juan.

    Young surfers face La Union challenge

    The 2026 WSL World Junior Championships kick off at La Union’s Urbiztondo Beach, with top junior surfers like Bella Kenworthy, Lukas Skinner, and Laura Raupp…

    2 MIN READ

  4. THE Philippines will host the La Union International Pro set off Urbiztondo Beach in San Juan town on Jan. 20 to 24, 2026. The qualifier for the World Surf League Tour is expected to attract one of the biggest international fields of any WSL longboard event in history.

    All set for La Union longboard surfing tilt

    The Philippines kicks off the year by hosting the La Union International Pro, a first-of-its-kind World Surf League longboard qualifying event offering direct…

    2 MIN READ

  5. Tokong, Blancada lead Pinoy charge

    Tokong, Blancada lead Pinoy charge

    John Mark Tokong, Eduardo Alciso, Shelamae Arjona, and Nilbie Blancada advance to the Round of 32 at the World Surf League QS6000 Siargao International Surfing…

    1 MIN READ

  6. PSC chairman Patrick Gregorio (fifth from left) and President’s Son Vincent Marcos (sixth from left) are thrilled over the country’s hosting of the Siargao International 6000 Surfing Cup set from 23 to 31 October.

    Surfing Cup to make waves in Siargao

    The Siargao International 6000 Surfing Cup, the Philippines’ highest-ranking WSL qualifying event, takes off this October with top global surfers competing and…

    2 MIN READ

  7. Dinah Ventura

    Island stories

    On a clear, calm day, the sun polishes the tops of all this greenness against the sparkling blue waters, with lush, tree-covered hills providing an even more…

    4 MIN READ

  8. Star Elamparo

    The Siargao curse

    When the sun rose, we literally witnessed the island wake up, with the shops opening, and locals going about their business.

    4 MIN READ

  9. POSTCARD Destination: Baler

    POSTCARD Destination: Baler

    Escape to Baler — where surf meets serenity. From scenic coastlines and historic landmarks to chill beach vibes, discover why this laid-back paradise is a…

    3 MIN READ

  10. Photograph Courtesy of GCash

    PNP, GCash warn vs. rising scam modus

    Authorities warn the public about new scams involving screen sharing and shoulder surfing that target e-wallet and online banking users. Learn how to stay…

    1 MIN READ

  11. Borongan surfer

    Borongan surfer

    Discover the legendary Borongan surfer Carlos Aga, a pioneer in Eastern Samar's surfing community. Explore his lifetime of discoveries and the need to change…

    1 MIN READ