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  1. Aug 7, 2013 · The movie tells the story of legendary big wave surfer Jay Moriarity and his mentor Rick "Frosty" Hesson, who teaches him how to surf Mavericks, a California surfing location that is home to some of the biggest waves in the world. Link-to-Learn More: The Chasing Mavericks true story vs. the movie.

  2. Oct 17, 2021 · October 17, 2021 by Luke. A Californian legend and focus point of the unforgettable surf film “Chasing Mavericks”, Jay Moriarity is a name that every surf lover has heard of and come to respect. During his short life of only 22 years, Jay made a name for himself as the youngest person to surf Mavericks at the time, and a spirit that ...

  3. Jun 13, 2021 · Quick Take: Since his death in 2001, Jay Moriaritys legend has continued to grow as a rare talent taken too soon, and a soul of kindness. His iconic wipeout at Mavericks at age 16 remains one of the most memorable moments in surfing. Jay Moriaritys 23 rd birthday dawned without him. The day before — June 15, 2001 — the brilliant young ...

  4. On June 15, 2001, the world lost a surfing icon. Jay Moriarity was only 22 years old when he died in a diving accident, but his legacy continues to inspire athletes and surfers all over the world. Moriarity was more than just a surfer – he was an athlete and a legend. He is remembered for his bravery in the water and his passion for surfing.

  5. Jay Moriarity (June 16, 1978 – June 15, 2001) was a surfer from Santa Cruz, California. He was an accomplished surfer, waterman, and adventurer. As a surfer, he made his reputation surfing Mavericks in Half Moon Bay, California. At age 16, he was made internationally famous when his wipeout at Mavericks was caught on film and made the cover ...

  6. Dec 19, 2014 · A look back at the impact of Jay Moriarity's historic Mavericks wipeout. I feel bad writing this, but when my thoughts turn to Jay Moriarity, I always, incorrectly, think he died during that horrible “Iron Cross” wipeout he took at Mavs, 20 years ago today.

  7. Aug 18, 2012 · 'Chasing Mavericks' honors the surf life of Jay Moriarity. August 18, 2012 | Surfing. "Chasing Mavericks" is a biopic surf movie about the short, intense, and real surf life of Jay Moriarity. The inspirational true story of the iconic surfing phenom is played by Jonny Weston.

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