Cory travelled for many years on the ASP World Tour with brother Shea and best friend, Andy Irons.

The song was played during the opening section, in memory of Andy Irons.

Among his notable accomplishments was defeating world champion Andy Irons for the Quiksilver Pro Fiji in 2004.

To children in and around Hanalei, Andy Irons is the hero next door, whose presence is akin to having Michael Jordan to shoot hoops with after school.

Andy Irons, Kelly Slater and Mick Fanning made frequent appearances in the Supertubos surf competitions.

He has also been runner-up three times, including last year, when Andy Irons of Hawaii narrowly edged him, prompting boos from the partisan crowd.

Last year's contest ran from Nov. 12 to Dec. 20 with Andy Irons winning the title.

"A Fly in the Champagne" (2009) (featuring Kelly Slater and Andy Irons)

The reigning world champion, Andy Irons, makes more than most role players in the National Basketball Association.

Andy Irons, 32, American professional surfer.