Queen Of The Point 2023: Celebrating Women’s Longboard Surfing and Camaraderie, Sponsored by DCH Subaru of Thousand Oaks
Malibu, CA – The Queen Of The Point, the highly anticipated event celebrating women’s longboard surfing, took place at First Point Malibu on June 24-25, 2023. Despite the small and challenging surf conditions, the stoke level remained high, creating an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike.
The event was made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship and support from DCH Subaru of Thousand Oaks, who demonstrated their commitment to empowering women in surfing. Their contribution played a vital role in making the Queen Of The Point a resounding success.
The competition showcased the incredible talent and skill of female longboard surfers from around the world. While the waves proved to be difficult to navigate at times, the athletes displayed remarkable resilience and determination, making the most out of the conditions. The sun was shining throughout the event, adding an extra layer of excitement as everyone soaked up the rays and enjoyed the beach atmosphere.
Beyond the competition itself, the Queen Of The Point fostered a strong sense of camaraderie and togetherness among the participants. Bringing such a large group of women into one collective space to celebrate each other created a supportive and empowering environment. The event served as a reminder of the incredible community that exists within the world of women’s longboarding.
Congratulations to the Pro finalists who showcased their exceptional skills and earned their place on the podium:
- Sally Cohen – Winner of the Queen Of The Point 2023, taking home $3,200 in prize money.
- Honolua Blomfield – Second place, earning $1,600.
- Ming Hui Brown – Third place, winning $960.
- Sohia Culhane – Fourth place, earning $640.
To soften the blow of the challenging surf conditions, the $8,000 prize purse was distributed among the Top 8 competitors, acknowledging their outstanding performance and dedication.
The Queen Of The Point 2023 successfully showcased not only the talent and skill of the athletes but also the unity and strength of the women’s longboarding community. The event served as a testament to the passion and dedication that drives these surfers, even in the face of challenging conditions.
10 & Under
- Avalon McGinnes
- Ryan Fuller
- Fern Villanueva
- Quinlan Caldwell
- Hanabi Masuda
- Joie Chadroff
17-19
- Rilynn Baker
- Star D’Elia
- Julia Sportes Okuda
- Natalia Wunderlich
- Yeshe Elmore
- Evelyn Ongpin
40s Division
- Julie Cox
- Mary Osborne
- Sarah Zollinger
- Tandem Hayden
- Mayu Caldwell
- Camille Keating
11-13
- Cash Hoover
- Hanae Rose
- Taylor Kini
- Delilah Safran
- Aleia Keating Anderson
- Camille Cortazzo
20s Division
- Kirra Silver
- Lila Elmore
- Tasha Jahrmarkt
- Hannah Sheldon
- Hokulani Nichols
- Bianca Dootson
50s Division
- Stephanie Jamgochian
- Carolyn Day
- Shona Keating
- Carla Verbrugghen
- Amy J Lepine
- Asi Ghiassi
14-16
- Alana Johnson
- Phoenix Lopez-Mustille
- Puaiohi DeFries
- Healey Skelton
- Stella Landers
- Allegra Barzan
30s Division
- Candra Jordan-Hollinger
- Jessica Lent
- Laura Banty
- Deana Dhillon
- Alexa Thornstrong
- Lydia Ricard
60s Division
- Jeannette Prince
- Karen Cochran
- Mary Schwinn
- Kim Hamrock
- Joan Bush
- Christina Chiechi-Radich