Thank You, Waco Surf! On October 5th and 6th, 13 High Fives athletes gathered for a weekend of surfing at Waco Surf. With 24 hours of waves, camaraderie, and plenty of stoke, the event brought together adaptive athletes to challenge themselves and share in the joy of riding some incredible surf.
Among the participants was #HighFivesAthlete Sam Summers, who reflected on the excitement of being invited to this surf trip.
“Whenever High Fives invites me on a trip, especially a surf trip, I always make it happen. I was so excited to get the invite for Waco. I had to put in some effort to make it work, but I’m really glad I did because it’s always the best people, and I had never done the Waco wave pool before. I was a little nervous because I knew about the concrete bottom and that some of the top adaptive athletes would be here. Even though it’s the best crew, it can be a little intimidating. But it’s been really fun, and I’ve received great tips and advice. I feel much more confident, even after just one day.”
#HighFivesAthlete Sam Summers
Another standout, #HighFivesAthlete DJ Lombardo, expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm for the experience.
“I’m so grateful for the opportunity to surf here for the first time. It’s awesome watching my friends get barreled. From my vantage point, I can see them in the barrels, and we’re all sharing the stoke and giving high fives. My favorite part is cheering everyone on and watching them catch the waves of their lives. It’s amazing to be part of this community, making new friends, and sharing the stoke with everyone. The friendship and fellowship between us is something really special. I’m so stoked!”
#HighFivesAthlete DJ Lombardo
The two days of surfing were filled with moments of pure joy and support as athletes like Alex Duff, Tyler Turner, Trevor Kennison, Ryan Porteous, Jose Martinez, Cassie Eckroth, Chaka Webb, Logan Knowles, Aleli Medina, Roy Tuscany, and Kai Colless pushed themselves to new heights on the Waco wave. The event not only celebrated their love for the sport but also the unbreakable bonds formed through shared experiences on the water.
A huge thank you to our sponsors, Waco Surf, Melin, Dixxon Flannel Co, as well as the dedicated staff and volunteers who made this weekend possible. Your support helped make this event a memorable one for everyone involved!
As Sam Summers summed it up…“It’s always the best people, awesome waves, and a lot of fun!”
