The Hungtington Beach Surfing Walk of Fame in front of Jack’s Surboards got five news members as Hang Ten’s Duke Boyd; four-time world champion Wendy Botha; Fred Hemmings, considered the godfather of professional surfing; Mark Martinson, and local hero Jackie Baxter were recognized for their contributions to surfing, according to a story in the Orange County Register.
A standing room only crowd spilled onto Main Street in front of Jack’s Surfboards as the Surfing Walk of Fame paid tribute to iconic surfers who paved the way for a future generation.
Awards for OC Surfer of the Year were also awarded to Brett Simpson, Joe Aaron, Courtney Conlogue and Andrew Doheny.
[Link: OC Register]
