American · Santa Barbara, USA · Born 16 February 1994American professional surfer from Santa Barbara who competed on the World Surf League Championship Tour and represented USA at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Born on February 16, 1994, in Santa Barbara, California, this American professional surfer grew up immersed in one of the world's premier surfing environments. Coffin developed his skills at renowned breaks like Rincon and Mondos, where the consistent point breaks helped shape his characteristic powerful, rail-to-rail surfing style. His natural talent became evident during his amateur years, leading to sponsorship opportunities and recognition within California's competitive junior surfing circuit. Coffin's professional career gained momentum in the mid-2010s as he progressed through the World Surf League's qualifying series. His breakthrough came when he earned qualification for the Championship Tour, surfing's elite level, where he established himself as a consistent performer. Known for his exceptional tube-riding abilities and adaptability across different wave conditions, he demonstrated particular strength at powerful reef breaks and point breaks that suited his driving, committed approach. His surfing style, characterized by deep rail work and powerful carves, earned respect from peers and judges alike. Throughout his CT tenure, Coffin achieved multiple heat victories against world-class competition and recorded several notable finishes at prestigious events. His versatility proved valuable across the tour's diverse venues, from the barrels of Pipeline to the walls of Jeffreys Bay. He represented the United States in international competitions and maintained his position among professional surfing's upper tier for multiple seasons, consistently advancing through early rounds and reaching elimination stages. Coffin's contribution to professional surfing extends beyond competitive results. His approach exemplifies the California power-surfing tradition while incorporating modern progressive elements. As a Santa Barbara native competing at surfing's highest level, he has represented his region's rich surfing heritage on the global stage. His career reflects the evolution of competitive surfing during the 2010s and 2020s, demonstrating how regional surfing styles can translate to international success across varied conditions and venues.
Competing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics surfing event
How They Played
Progressive aerial surfing with strong rail work
Career Honours
- WSL Championship Tour Event Winner – Surf Ranch Pro 2018
- WSL Championship Tour Event Winner – Margaret River Pro 2022
- WSL Championship Tour Rookie of the Year 2016
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