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.
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
Ho surfing in 2013
2005 Open Women's Regional Hawaii Champion
2006 Open Regional Hawaiian Champion
2006 Hawaii Billabong Junior Champion
2007 Sunset Beach WCT - Trials winner (quarter final finish)
2007 VQS Championship - 1st place
2007 Triple Crown Rookie of the Year
2008 US Open Junior Pro Champion
2009 Ripcurl Search Portugal Champion
2009 ASP Rookie of the Year
2010 Bahia Brazil, WQS 4 Star Champion
2010 Supergirl Pro Junior 1st place
2010 Maresia Girls International, (Brazil) WQS 6 Star -1st place
