Andy Anderson

GOING WILD IN WACO — Best Of Surf, Skate & BMX At The Swatch Nines Surf 2025

What happens when you give the world’s most progressive surfers, skaters, and BMX riders a blank canvas at Waco Surf — and tell them to dream as big as they want? You get Swatch Nines Surf 2025: three unreal days of world-first tricks, next-level features, and pure creative chaos under the Texas sun.

From massive aerials to the debut of the jaw-dropping Swatch Flying O, an LED ring suspended by a crane and more the Nines transformed Waco into an action sports fantasy world. New features like the Reef Fanning Shoe Wallride, rotating rail builds, and the remote-controlled Motowinch opened the door to the most progressive moments in surfing…ever.

Music In Order Of Appearance:
Jimit – Rad Sun
Ozo Bozo – Tantrum
Crazy Paris – Trébole
Sonic Branding – Body Freak
Ozo Bozo – Hot PW
Lukas Braune – Siesta
Matt Goodman & Matthew Bento – Sincerly Lost
Lukas Braune – Klarinett 2

Thumbnail Photo by:
Andy Woodward

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Park Attack

Park Attack with Powell-Peralta. Featuring ‪@authenticandyanderson‬, ‪@ChristopherHiett.‬, ‪@DanCorrigan‬, ‪@ZachDoelling‬, and Matthew Wilcox.
Filmed by ‪@kennymartes‬

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‪@authenticandyanderson‬ 'Hydrant' FLIGHT & Powerlines Griptape

Just like George Powell, Andy is always on the search to see how he can improve the performance of his board. With his 'Vajra' Shape as the blueprint, he ended up this new 'Hydrant' FLIGHT Deck.
Now shipping to skate shops worldwide.
8.4" x 32.03"
14.25" Wheelbase
https://www.skateone.com/powell-peralta-pro-andy-anderson-hydrant-flightr-skateboard-deck-gold-foil-shape-311-8-4-x-32

His 'Powerlines' Griptape can be used as a tool to read the shape of the board.

Tampa Pro 2025: Finals - SPoT Life

Sora Shirai came to Tampa Pro for his first visit and left with his first Tampa Pro win. Here's a recap of the moments leading up to his historic win at the 31st annual Tampa Pro!

video by Frank Branca & Alan Rosenquist

FINAL RESULTS:

1. Sora Shirai
2. Yuto Horigome
3. Angelo Caro
4. Kairi Netsuke
5. Micky Papa
6. Jake Ilardi
7. Jhancarlos Gonzalez
8. Kelvin Hoefler
9. Richard Tury
10. Felipe Gustavo
11. Vincent Milou
12. Julian Christianson

Tampa Pro 2025: Saturday Qualifier & Best Trick – SPoT Life

The 31st annual Tampa Pro Saturday Qualifier brings out the best of the best from all over the globe. 100 pros duke it out for a chance to make it to Sunday's finals to skate with returning Tampa Pro winners. Tune in to see how it all went down!

video by ‪Frank Branca & Alan Rosenquist

Tampa Pro 2025: Practice - SPoT Life

The Tampa Pro contest lives on for another year. 31 years in Tampa, FL where the skating is hot and the sun is even hotter. God is it hot. Is anyone reading this? The a/c in the media room has been going in and out all week and our brains are cooked.

video by Frank Branca & Alan Rosenquist

JACKALOPE (NOT SO) SMALL TALK - EP6: ‪@authenticandyanderson‬

Get ready to hear inspiring stories from athletes and entrepreneurs with amazing journeys to share. 💪 Discover their challenges, triumphs, disappointments and well-kept secrets on our stage during the “JACKALOPE (NOT SO) SMALL TALK” at JACKALOPE Mississauga 2024.

EP6: ‪@authenticandyanderson‬ & Kevin Harris

The Most Unique Event in Surfing? | Swatch Nines Surf

The inaugural ‪@SwatchNines‬ Surf event made waves in Waco, Texas, bringing together a vibrant community of surfers, skaters, + BMX riders for a creativity-fueled celebration of their communities. Curated by pro surfer Coco Ho, this groundbreaking event marked a significant milestone as the first of its kind + the first Nines event held in the United States, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional competitions.

Riders: Eithan Osborne, Mason Ho, Blair Conklin, Koa Smith, Jimmy Wilson, Jacob Szekely, Noah Beschen, Leon Glatzer, Sam Pilgrim, Coco Ho, Honolua Blomfield, Madars Apse, Greyson Fletcher, Andy Anderson, Clay Kreiner, Matthias Dandois, Kevin Peraza, Laura Enever, Vaihiti Inso, Tya Zebrowski, Ian Crane
Producer: Distillery Paranormal Agency

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Surf, Skate, & BMX Madness at Waco Surf, Texas | Swatch Nines

In this episode of Road Dawgs, we journey deep into the heart of Texas to uncover "the lost oasis" that is Waco Surf. Known for its world-class wave pool, this place has become the perfect backdrop for one of the most exciting and exclusive action sports events of the year – the first-ever Swatch Nines Surf/Skate/BMX showdown.

We’re taking you behind the scenes of this invite-only, private event, where Swatch brought together an all-star lineup of athletes, both on wheels and waves. From pro surfers shredding barrels to skaters and BMX riders throwing down on a semi-floating ramp in the pool, Swatch pushed the boundaries of what an extreme sports event can be. This is not just any competition – it’s a spectacle of creativity, style, and progression that you won’t want to miss!
Enjoy the controlled chaos of this playground for human talents.

BMX/MTB:
Sam Pilgrim
Kevin Peraza
Matthias Dandois

Skaters:
Andy Anderson
Cory Juneau
Greyson Fletcher
Gustavo Ribiero
Clay Kreiner
Madars Apse
Mami Tezuka

Surfers:
Jacob “Zeke” Szekely
Mason Ho
Balaram Stack
Eithan Osborne
Noah Beschen
Val LaForge
Leon Glatzer____

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SURF HIGHLIGHTS - Swatch Nines’24

FIRST-EVER SWATCH NINES SURF EVENT CELEBRATES CREATIVITY, COMMUNITY, AND THE PURE FUN OF ACTION SPORTS!

Waco, Texas – [October 21, 2024] –Swatch Nines Surf united surfers, skaters, and BMX riders for an epic celebration of creativity and community.

Curated by pro surfer Coco Ho, this event marked the first of its kind and the first-ever Nines event in the U.S., offering a fresh take on action sports beyond traditional competitions. Over three days, more than 42 hours of skate and surf sessions unfolded, with athletes like Noah Beschen, Mason Ho, and Andy Anderson shredding the innovative Zenga Brothers-designed ramps.

Watch all the best moments from the Swatch Nines Surf event!