Born Newport (Rhode Island, but Naomi often keeps that a secret). Varied interests when growing up. Eventually settled on three priorities: surfing, music, and visiting every Newport on the planet. So far, 25 down including many in the UK, but still 39 to go! Never seems to stay in one place too long. On a constant adventure across the world searching for great beaches, especially any Newport, and new friends. Known for her cheery attitude and skill with her beloved acoustic guitar and tenor sax. Takes lots of photos, known all over the best surfing beaches for her endless surfing posts and videos online. Local surfers are always excited to hear she’s visiting their Newport next!

Mantra:“The best surfer is the one having the most fun!”
Home Break: Still Rhode Island—“can’t get back as much as I want but call my Mom every day!”
Fave Surf Spot: Any place with Newport in its name or surf on its beach, preferably both!
Bust Out Move: Curve into reentry
Fuels up on: Calamari, stuffies, clam cakes & chowder, johnnycakes, coffee milk & doughboys, pizza strips; “hard to find them all except back home, but they are all delicious”
Best Surf Memory: “Once saw a dinosaur surfing with a turtle, still can’t believe my eyes!”
Best Beach Buds: Outer Banks Olivia, Donegan Doolin, and whoever their newest friends are
When Not Surfing: Jamming and chatting with locals and friends, updating her travel blog
Advice for groms: “Everyone has something to teach you about life—take time to listen!”