East Coast Surfing HOF inducts 12 new members at 50th annual Surf Expo

Key Highlights

• By that time, ESA alumni Kelly Slater and others were winning ASP World Tour Titles. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDuring the next two years, they pooled their resources and ironed out the details, and in January 1996, the first 23 inductees were enshrined. Fast forward, with the support of Surf Expo, the East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame induction ceremonies have since become an integral part of the January trade show for three decades. This year, in addition to the categories that included pioneers, legends, surfers, media, industry and culture, the Cecil Lear President's Award was given to Mike Angiulo of New York.
• Angiulo was recognized for his decades of contributions and extraordinary leadership serving as legal counsel to the ESA (Eastern Surfing Association) and executive director of the US Surfing Federation.“The variety of talent and pure dedication to the sport of surfing on this stage is amazing,” said Gary Germaine, East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame president.
• “It’s an honor to gather here to celebrate their individual stories and surfing experiences. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“As we celebrate 30 years, what feels most significant is how our new digital game has transformed the way we share our stories,” said East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame treasurer Dave Scibal.
• “We’ve always been about honoring legends and preserving history, but our online presence has allowed us to grow the mission and reach new generations, keeping the culture of the sport alive in real time.”Surfers (Men’s) Category, Brevard’s Morcom and Hewitson join class of ‘26South Brevard's Todd Morcom is inducted into the East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame during the 50th annual Surf Expo in Orlando on Jan.
• 8, 2026.