Sean and Brooks Paxton, creators and producers of the Guy Harvey Ultimate Shark Challenge, have confirmed that plans are underway to extend the USC’s mission of sport, science and conservation.

“We’re proud to see how our collaborative efforts with this event have evolved, especially in light of some exciting new research and distance learning initiatives we’re involved with this year. We prioritize our professional efforts to support science and education so this is a great opportunity to continue that important work with Mote Marine Laboratory and the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation,” they said in a written statement.