Sam Goncalves, aka Sammy G, hasn't been with Phase 5 long but has already made an amazing impact with his pro model board - the Viper!
Sammy Goncalves, aka Sammy G, is a Phase 5 Surf style rider with a bright future, delivering aggressive high-performance surf-style riding backed by a championship pedigree. Rising as a prodigy from Winsted, Connecticut, he impressed from his early teens with massive airs, powerful carves, and fearless style. He joined Phase 5 in early 2025 after winning the 2024 World Championship, following standout achievements like topping the 2023 WSWS Pro Male Surf rankings (with a Japan Open victory) and placing 3rd at the 2023 World Wake Surfing Championships. His rise is driven by relentless dedication, global travel, and charismatic energy that inspires riders everywhere.
Sammy collaborated closely with Phase 5 to create his signature pro model, The Viper —an aggressive board with a moon-shaped nose, squared-off tail, sharp rails, and deep concave for superior speed, pop, and revert riding. As a core team member, he contributes to board innovation, featured in content like "Currently" videos, and spreads stoke at events such as Surf Expo 2025. Sammy embodies Phase 5's bold spirit, continually elevating wakesurfing as a world champion and pro model rider into 2026 and beyond.