The national surfing championships are often held on Cox Bay in Tofino but the 2024 nationals have a special air of anticipation hanging over them this weekend as the best boarders in the country converge on the Island community famous for its breakers.
Santa Cruz advanced two local talents, Autumn Hays and Esme Brigham, into the Round of 16 in the women's draw on Day 2 of the World Surf League's 2023 Cold Water Classic at iconic Steamer Lane on Thursday.