WSL Big Wave Awards (2015)

The WSL Big Wave Awards are a night to celebrate the best in global surfing at it's most epic proportions. With awards spread among eight categories - Ride of the Year, Women's XXL Biggest Wave, Men's XXL Biggest Wave, Women's Biggest Paddle, Men's Biggest Paddle, Wipeout of the Year, Men's Best Overall Performance of the Year, and Hydro Flask Women's Best Overall Performance of the Year - the competition window for the 19th annual BWA closed on March 20th after considering 12 months' worth of heavy-water summits. Now, a panel of judges will deliberate on the best of the best, based on photographic and video evidence which will culminate in a global event and broadcast.