The surfing was flashy enough. The wetsuits were just extra spice. Few surfers have burned brighter and hotter in their time on Earth than Shawn “Barney” Barron, whose colorful superhero-themed ...

It would have been enough for Shawn “Barney” Barron to be a great surfer. And nobody doubts that he was one of the most creative and flamboyant big-wave riders to ever come out of the ridiculously ...

SANTA CRUZ >> Shawn “Barney” Barron, the 44-year-old Santa Cruz surfer hailed for his innovative surfing and frequent volunteer work, died from a rupture in his heart facilitated by methamphetamine ...

WSL’s panel of expert analysts break down the best of the highlights and lowlights of the 2025 Tahiti Pro.

Bernie Flint never stopped believing in Hymn. The late trainer’s advice helped Dr. Naveed Chowhan’s homebred finally deliver the Grade 1 victory he had chased for more than 30 years. The people who ...

SANTA CRUZ — Shawn “Barney” Barron, the 44-year-old Santa Cruz surfer hailed for his innovative surfing and frequent volunteer work, died from a rupture in his heart facilitated by methamphetamine use ...