Lincoln Legacy Award, Republican Party Hawaii (2006)
Legislator of the Year, Hawaii Medical Association (2005)
Top Ranking Legislator, Small Business Hawaii (1985 - 1990, 2001 – 2005)
Waterman of the Year, Surf Industry and Manufacturer Association (2002)
Listed Top 50 Athletes of Hawaii for 20th Century, Sports Illustrated (2000)
Hawaii Sports Hall of Fame (1999)
Punahou School Athletic Hall of Fame (1994)
International Surfing Hall of Fame (1991)