Corky Carroll

Corky Carroll
Carroll (right) with Mike Doyle, 1964
Personal information
Born (1947-09-29) September 29, 1947
Alhambra, California
ResidenceHuntington Beach, California
Height6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
Surfing career
Years active1959–1972
Major achievementsUS Surfing Championship (1966-70)
International Surfing Championship (3 times)
Surfing specifications
StanceGoofy
WebsiteCorky Carroll's Surf School

Corky Carroll (born September 29, 1947) is a professional American surfer and is considered a pioneer in the sport by becoming the first real professional surfer as well as being the first to make paid endorsements.

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