WSL Holdings, parent company of the World Surf League (WSL), has agreed a deal to acquire a majority stake in the wave technology company formed by legend of the sport Kelly Slater, with the acquisition intended to boost the growth of high-performance surfing around the world.
World Surf League hires former Disney exec to lead wave technology business
The World Surf League (WSL) has appointed former Disney executive Nick Franklin as president of its Kelly Slater Wave Company (KSWC) operation.
World Surf League overhauls calendar, opens up to surf park technology
The World Surf League (WSL) will visit the first facility utilising artificial wave technology for its 2018 season as part of a significant overhaul to the calendar for its World Championship Tour.
MKTG and World Surf League Australia announce collaboration
Sports and lifestyle marketing agency MKTG Sports & Entertainment has announced a new agreement with the Australian arm of the World Surf League to support the commercial growth of the governing body for…
World Surf League forms new competition to mark event hosting landmark
The World Surf League (WSL) has formed a new team event to mark its first major competition at a facility utilising artificial wave technology.