MY WAVE
Totally rad surfing lagoon paradise rides into Houston promising ocean-perfect waves
Oct 12, 2022, 1:58 pm
MY WAVE
Thanks to its relative proximity to the coast, Houston has always enjoyed an underground surf culture (be it shortboarding, longboarding, or even tanker surfing). Now, those who walk the nose and shred can at a new, world-class surf destination coming to Generation Park in north Houston.
HTX Surf will ride into Generation Park in fall of 2024, per an announcement by creators Beach Street Development, the company pushes the barefoot life with its man-made surfing lagoons.
Why the north Houston locale, versus closer to Galveston? Beach Street notes in press materials that the lagoon park is a mere 10 minutes from Bush Intercontinental Airport, making for easy access for visitors from all over.
Surfers and potential riders are sure to be stoked with the customizable waves that create an ocean-like ride every time. Wavegarden machines create up to 1,000 waves per hour in the 6-acre surf lagoon, where up to 70 riders per hour can ride.
Pros can hit one designated area, while newbies (and kooks — we kid!) can surf the beginner zone. Speaking of newbies and kooks: on-site classes will help fine tune those new to surfing.
A lagoon vibe just 10 minutes from Bush Intercontinental. Rendering courtesy of Beach Street Development.
As for the park, the destination will also sport a private members’ club, hot tubs, fire pits, swimming pool, beach areas, skateboard pump track, and an event lawn for bands and festivals, per a release. Food, drink, and a cafe concept will also overlook the surf area.
As for the park, the destination will also sport a private members’ club, hot tubs, fire pits, swimming pool, beach areas, skateboard pump track, and an event lawn for bands and festivals, per a release. Food, drink, and a cafe concept will also overlook the surf area.
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Third baseman Alex Bregman had surgery to remove a bone chip from his right elbow.
Health
Agent Scott Boras revealed the operation during a news conference Wednesday at the general managers meetings.
“He’s had his procedure. He’s going to be back swinging here in a few weeks, so he’s all through that process,” Boras said.
The Houston Astros, Bregman's former team, said any details had to come from Boras.
Bregman became a free agent last Thursday, after the expiration of a $100 million, five-year deal agreed to in March 2019 that covered 2020-24. The 30-year-old hit .260 with 26 homers and 75 RBIs and has a .272 career average with 191 homers and 663 RBIs in nine big league seasons, all with the Astros.
Position versatility
Boras said Bregman is willing to move to second base. The two-time All-Star has played third exclusively since 2020.
With Bregman willing to play second base, more teams could have interest in his services.
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