2025 ISA World Surfing Games — International Surfing Association

Philippines

DIVISION: Open (Women)

Nilbie Blancada

Age / 33
Born / General Luna
favorite_surf_break / Cloud 9
board / ECS 5'2
Sponsors / Siargao Inn Beach Resort, PSC, Kudo Surf
biggest_achievement / Gold in SEA Games
Hobbies / Travel

I'm from a small island in the Philippines known for its white sand beaches and perfect barreling waves. My dream is to represent my country and make my family proud.

Philippines

DIVISION: Open (Women)

Dianne Nogalo

Age / 24
Born / GENERAL LUNA
favorite_surf_break / CLOUD 9
board / PYZEL
Sponsors / KUDO SURF, KATMO
biggest_achievement / 1ST PLACE PH NATIONAL TOUR LEG
Hobbies / SURFING

I am from Siargao Island. I have been surfing since I was 5 years old. I travelled to Indonesia in 2022 to surf.

Philippines

DIVISION: Open (Men)

Eduardo Alciso Jr.

Philippines

DIVISION: Open (Men)

Neil Sanchez

Age / 26
Born / Baler, Aurora, Philippines
favorite_surf_break / Beachbreak
board / JS
Sponsors / Vans Philippines, Cemento Surf Hardware
biggest_achievement / Oakley Pro Baler
Hobbies / Surfing, fishing

Discovered surfing at the age of 5, it was introduced to me by my uncle. He was also the one who taught and trained me to surf. Started professional competition in 2017.