Opening Round: Alan Cleland Jr.'s clutch Backdoor curtain takes Mexico past the Elimination Round

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Opening Round: Alan Cleland Jr.'s clutch Backdoor curtain takes Mexico past the Elimination Round

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

In his CT debut, Alan Cleland Jr. showed he's ready for the spotlight after a paddle battle with Jack Robinson. Plus, Cleland locked into a last-second Backdoor opportunity to capitalize on the moment, slamming the wave shut with a forehand jam and besting established competitor Liam O'Brien.

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Tuesday, January 7, 2025

Everything Excellent from the 2024 SLO CAL Open at Pismo Beach

From Taj Lindblad's insatiable form to Talia Swindal's winning wave, 2024 had plenty of jaw-dropping moments. Here's a few from the QS 3000

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Saturday, November 2, 2024

Round of 32: Alan Cleland Jr. Claims Superheat Victory at La Marginal Surfing Pro

The heaviest heat on paper so far at the La Marginal Surfing Pro featured Kolohe Andino, Michael Dunphy, Alan Cleland, and Kei Kobayashi to

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Thursday, September 19, 2024

Rankings Update: Cleland + Mignot jump 72 Spots Collectively, Sally Stakes out No.1 Spot heading into the EDP Ericeira Pro

Alan Cleland's victory sails him into the Top 10 from his previous No. 51 ranking. Marco Mignot surges behind him to the No. 10 spot with

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Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Every Excellent Wave from the Lexus US Open Of Surfing 2024

Featuring Rafael Teixeira, Alan Cleland, Marco Mignot, Nadia Erostarbe, Riaru Ito, Alyssa Spencer, Cole Houshmand, Miguel Pupo, Mateus

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