Career
He retired from the World Surf League after a perfect 10 at the Hurley Pro at Lower Trestles on September 9, 2015. Patacchia was raised on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. Patacchia began his elite tour campaign in 2005.
His highest Association of Software Professionals World Tour rating was 12th in 2006 and 2008.
2015 marks his 11th season on tour. His total career earnings are $931,250.
Patacchia is sponsored by Quiksilver and Bud Light. He had a brief role in the movie Blue Crush as a local Hawaiian surfer.
2014: 21st
2013: 19th
2012: 30th
2011: 24th
2010: 19th
2009: 15th
2008: 12th
2007: 23rd
2006: 17th
2005: 14th.