13th Annual Moores UCSD Cancer Luau & Longboard Invitational

La Jolla, California – The Rebecca and John Moores UCSD Cancer Center today announced the 13th annual Luau & Longboard Invitational will be heldat The Scripps Institution of Oceanography on August 20, 2006 beginning at 7 a.m. The event brings together some of the most respected men and women in surfing history with business leaders, scientists, physicians and cancer patients to increase awareness and raise much-needed funds for cancer research. All of the proceeds from the Luau & Longboard Invitational are donated to the center’s leading-edge research programs.

The Luau & Longboard Invitational has established a unique international reputation for combining the "aloha" spirit of surfing with the business and scientific community in the fight against cancer. The day begins with the Longboard Invitational, a friendly but competitive surfing contest.
Twenty-seven teams made up of cancer survivors, healthcare providers, dedicated company employees and respected industry leaders paddle out alongside top legends of the surfing world to vie for traditional trophies.

The public is welcome to watch the longboard competition during the morning. In the afternoon, festivities include a private luau with live music, Polynesian dancing, and live and silent auctions featuring surf memorabilia. The event also features a ceremony to honor the winner of the Rell Sunn – Queen of Makaha Award. The award recognizes an individual for his or her dedication to helping others in the fight against cancer in ways that embody the true "aloha" spirit.

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, team entries, tickets and event activities, contact the Moores UCSD Cancer Center at (858) 822-0023, or visit the Luau’s Web site at