SURFING

Get amped, everyone, June 17 is International Surfing Day.

It's become a landmark in downtown Cocoa Beach, but now there's a discussion about relocating the Kelly Slater statue.

The Ron Jon Beach ‘N Boards Fest is back with many exciting events planned for five days of fun.

One of Florida’s most iconic spots to surf has been ranked as one of the most threatened by rising sea levels, according to a national study by the Surfrider Foundation.

“I was very scared. I was just like this is not good,” Tanner said.

"I don't know, I'm just trying to enjoy the best time of my life," Marks said. “I’m super proud of her, she’s handled it well,” said Marks’ father, Darren, who was at the beach with the family. Marks, who won the only two Florida Pro events ever held at Sebastian Inlet, was the youngest world tour qualifier -- for men or women -- at the age of 15. Now, she could become the youngest world champion if she can overtake Moore this week. Kolohe Andino is ranked fifth on the world circuit and has virtually clinched the top spot.