OCC Olympic Hopefuls
Carissa Moore SPORT: Surfi ng
“I think it’s just the time to really celebrate our sport of surfing. I wouldn’t be the woman I am today–the athlete I am today–without the people, the waves, and the places that have raised me.” — Carissa Moore
championship tour and competing full-time, I feel like there's a world of possibility. There are so many di erent things I want to try! I’m turn- ing 32 this year, and I feel like I’m just scratch- ing the surface on life,” she adds. This summer’s Olympic surfing events will take place over four days between July 27 and August 4, with a nine-day window to account for wave conditions. As the journey to the Paris Olympics un- folds, one thing remains clear: the deep connec- tions among these Hawai‘i athletes extend far beyond the ocean waves or the volleyball court. For Olympic hopeful Kali Wilding, she cher- ishes her days at the Club, enjoying smiley fries with friends at the snack bar after a day out on the water. And for the many Olympic volleyball players who grew up playing together on Baby
Court, it's about those sweet victory shakes, ca- maraderie, and shared experiences both on and o the court. In fact, Micah Christenson playful- ly reminds Taylor Crabb of a past promise. “Taylor, you still owe me a milkshake. I don’t know if you remember that,” Christenson jokes. From their humble beginnings at the Club to the pinnacle of the Olympic competition, their journey is a testament to the power of friend- ship, dedication, and the indelible spirit of aloha. As they set their sights on Paris and beyond, they carry the lessons learned and the bonds forged, standing as shining examples of Hawai‘i and the Club’s proud sporting legacy. “We’re pros at the highest level, but we’re still talking about the good old days at Outrigger. That’s pretty special.” ■
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