The caption on this 1953 publicity photo identifies the first women competitors, which I believe refers to their participation in the Makaha International Surfing Championships.
L to R: Ethel Kukea, Betty Heldreich, Jane Kaopuiki.
It’s one of several more vintage photos from my dad’s collection of papers and photos dating back to the early days of the Waikiki Surf Club.
Click on the photo for this latest batch.
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