Coco Ho

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Coco Ho
Coco Ho headshot in "She Is The Ocean" trailer.jpg
Ho in trailer for She is the Ocean, 2018 film
Personal information
NicknameCokes and Flying Hawaiian
Born (1991-04-28) April 28, 1991 (age 33)
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Residence Sunset Beach, Oahu
Height5 ft 3 in (1.60 m)
Weight122 lb (55 kg)
Surfing career
Best year2011
Sponsors Volcom, Swatch, Beats by Dr. Dre, Etnies, Mayhem
Major achievements2009 WCT Ripcurl Search Portugal Champion
Surfing specifications
StanceRegular (natural foot)
Shaper(s)Matt Biolos
Quiver5’6” x 17.75” x 2.05”
Favorite wavesSnapper and Lowers
Favorite maneuversAnything progressive

Coco Malia Camille Hapaikekoa Ho (born April 28, 1991) is a professional Hawaiian surfer born in Honolulu, Hawaii. She began surfing at 7 years old, following in the footsteps of her family.

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Early years

At age 7, Coco Ho began following in the footsteps of her surfer family. Her father, Michael Ho, was formerly a professional surfer (World Cup and 1982 Pipe Masters), as was her uncle, Derek Ho (1993 World Champion). Her brother, Mason Ho (1st Place Cold Water Classic ASP Pro Jr. 2008), played a major role in her early surfing influences. [1] Ho earned her first sponsorship at 8-years-old, and at age 17, she qualified for the ASP Women's World Championship Tour. In 2009, she won the Rookie of the Year award. Raised on Oahu's North Shore, Ho spent most of her time surfing the "Seven Mile Miracle.” She is the face for the Volcom clothing brand. [2]

Career victories

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Ho surfing in 2013

Surfer Magazine: Top 5 most popular surfers’ Surfer Poll

Filmography

Ho in trailer for She is the Ocean, 2018 film Coco Ho carrying surfboard in "She Is The Ocean" trailer.jpg
Ho in trailer for She is the Ocean, 2018 film

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References

  1. ↑ "About - Coco Ho". Xococoho.com. Retrieved 2016-06-20.
  2. ↑ "Coco Ho".
  3. ↑ "The Surfer Awards Fan Favorite Poll Results Are In...And Some Are Shocking". 10 December 2019.
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