Monyca byrne wickey biography of george michael

Hawaiian surfer Monyca Byrne-Wickey may only be 17-years-old but she’s already creating ripples in the women’s surfing circuit. We catch up and get the inside scoop on her favourite tunes, travels and surfing tactics…

Name: Monyca Isle Ho’omelelaka Lee Byrne-Wickey

Age: 17

Sponsors: Billabong, Nike 6.0, Von Zipper, Vertra, Killer Dana, Dakine, Kazuma Surfboards.

Home town: Hana

Briefly describe yourself…
I am a friendly, laid-back girl who loves my home town, relaxing with my friends and family, and surfing.

What is your philosophy on life?

My philosophy is to always strive for what you want, no matter how out of reach it may seem. And always do it with a smile.

How long have you been surfing for?
I’ve been surfing for about 8 years now.

What do you like about surfing?

I like being in the ocean and just having the feeling of letting go. I also love to surf with my friends and share the fun