Name: Emilia Sopranzi

DOB: September 30, 1994

Hometown: Saint Augustine

Homebreak: Mary Street

Nickname: Two of my friends call me “Em” if that counts as a nickname

Sponsors: My dad

Favorite wave to surf? The ones my little sister doesn’t snake me on

Favorite food? Oh gosh don’t make me pick

Front side/ back side: both are good but Id pick frontside over backside

Have any pets? A kitty named Freya who is toilet trained.

Favorite board: 9’6 Warrior

What’s your take on how women are treated in todays surfing society? I think societies attitudes and opinions are improving. There will always be sexism, but when you come across those people you cant let them get to you.

Any bad habits? Spending too much time on my phone

Hopes and Dreams/ Life Goals: The ultimate goal is to just live a happy and healthy life.

What do you enjoy most in your spare time (besides surfing)? I like to camp, hike, or just frolic in the woods.

Best advice for all those youngin surfers out there: Just keep surfing!

If you could be anywhere in the world, where would you be? Anywhere new

Quote to live by: “Keep your face towards the sun and you will never see shadows” Helen Keller