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WQS #3 Bethany Hamilton joins the Ocean Minded team
Bethany Hamilton : photo courtesy Ocean Minded
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Announces Sponsorship of Bethany Hamilton
Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 13 February, 2008 : - - San Clemente, Ca - Ocean Minded, Inc. is honored to welcome Bethany Hamilton, one of surfing's brightest and most inspirational stars, to its team of athletes.Hamilton, world renown for her determination and courage, lives her life with a purpose and spirit that is unparalleled.
"I'm very stoked to be joining Ocean Minded, a company that will support and believe in me," said Hamilton."They are extremely conscientious of protecting our oceans and environment, and believe that we can all make a difference in the world".
Bethany joins the Ocean Minded team on her 18th birthday and is focused on finishing the Women's World Qualifying Series (WQS) in a prime position, where she is currently seated third.Recently, she achieved her career best when she reached the semifinals at the Roxy Surf Festival in Phillip Island, Australia.
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"Bethany is a source of inspiration for people all over the world, and we are thrilled to have her as a Brand Ambassador".
Five Years ago Hamilton shocked the world with her undying passion after losing her left arm in a vicious shark attack on the North Shore of Kauai, Hawaii, her home.With her commitment to surfing unscathed, Bethany was back in the water a month later and immediately became an international symbol of bravery, perseverance and strength.It is with that same drive and devotion that she competes today on the WQS tour.
"We are so honored to have Bethany as part of our team.
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"I love wearing my Ocean Minded sandals," Hamilton stated.