SANTA CRUZ, California - The Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) World Qualifying Series (WQS)
will wrap up the final event held in the continental 48 states this year with the ASP WQS 4-Star O’Neill Cold Water Classic
at Santa Cruz’s prized Steamer Lane from October 21-26.
This year’s event will see the crowning of a new O’Neill Cold Water Classic Champion since last year’s winner Jordy Smith (Durban, ZAF), 20,
will be preparing for an ASP World Tour event in Brazil.
All surfers competing in the event are vying for the precious points available towards qualification for the 2009 ASP World Tour.