Orlando, FL October 1, 2020: The 2020 Wakeboarding Hall of Fame Inductees are pioneering athletes, Shannon Best, Mike Weddington, Zane Schwenk, Greg Nelson, Kristin (Buster) Lutgert Cartwright and early innovators Brannon Meek and Rich Goforth. The group also includes Lifetime Achievement recognition for pioneering wakeboarder and waterman Scott Harwood and posthumous recognition for lifelong boat manufacturer Walter N. Meloon. Images can be downloadedhere.
The 2020 induction class includes some of the sport’s most influential and notable visionaries from wakeboarding’s earliest years before it was accepted as the popular action sport it is today. Each year the Wakeboarding Hall of Fame fields nominations and through a panel of veteran industry leaders confirms the prestigious class of inductees that will be bestowed the eternal honor of becoming a Wakeboarding Hall of Fame member.
The Wakeboarding Hall of Fame will permanently enshrine these new members into its hallowed halls with well-known current members such as Scott Byerly, Herb O’Brien, Shaun Murray, Tony Finn, Parks Bonifay and Darin Shapiro just to name a few (view the complete listhere).
Travel restrictions due to COVID-19 have postponed in-person gatherings. The induction ceremony will be held at a later time.
The Wakeboarding Hall of Fame, a 501(c)3 non-profit, is managed by its Board of Directors that currently includes wakeboarding veterans Jeff Barton, Shaun Moore, Tommy Phillips, Jim Emmons, Jason Buffalo, Chris Hawkins, Joe Pearson, Pat McElhinney, and Steven Fisher among others who have all pledged to honor wake sport’s iconic history including its most influential participants and contributors and to honor and preserve the legacy of wakeboarding for generations to come.
Anyone interested is encouraged to visit WakeboardingHallofFame.com where they’ll get more information about the Wakeboarding Hall of Fame mission, its current members, entertaining archived content and how philanthropic contributors can make an annual tax-deductible donation that will one day lead to a museum enshrining inductees and housing wake sport’s most historical memorabilia and artifacts. For more information, contact Tommy Phillips at 720-253-2213 or Jim Emmons at (407) 719-8062 orinfo@WakeboardingHallofFame.com.
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About the Wakeboarding Hall of Fame: The Wakeboarding Hall of Fame’s mission is to honor and preserve the history of wakeboarding sports and to celebrate its pioneers and innovators while displaying significant artifacts for admirers to view and commemorate, both digitally and in physical locations. The Wakeboarding Hall of Fame was established in 2014 by industry visionaries that saw a need for honoring and preserving the history wake sports. In 2017, the Wakeboarding Hall of Fame received IRS non-profit 501(c)3 status as an educational institution with a tax-deductible designation. Donationsare encouraged.
VALDOSTA, GA (September 22, 2020) – The Valdosta Wake Compound proved to be a solid destination for the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine, with riders in every division putting down style and progression on the park’s unique course. The final day of action showcased use of every feature to its full potential, as new World titles were claimed in some of the most epic final showdowns.
The ladies opened up the final day in style with Mattie Armer locking in her 2020 World title in the Women’s Wakeskate division with a well put together run that earned her a 100.00 point score. Lisa Derue clinched the top spot in Amateur Women’s Traditional final keeping her composure throughout her entire run for a winning score of 97.00. Taking the Men’s Traditional win, Woody White threw a proper heel front off the flats for his winning score of 91.00. Johnathon Wilkes came up in second going super technical on all the rails scoring 90.00, just ahead of Coby Armer with 87.00.
Travis Doran killed it in the Pro Wakeskate division, snagging the 2020 World title sealing the deal on his inventive run with a kickflip and multiple shuvs for 100.00 points. Travis Belsito hit a frontside big spin for a second place finish of 90.00, followed by Coco Mendez in third with a 80.00 point score.
The Boys Traditional division put up a good fight on the final day of competition with Isaic Claudio coming away with the 2020 World title. Isaic Claudio threw down with a blind judge off the flat water for a winning score of 98.00. Following in second, Gavin Doody gave it his all to earn a final score of 93.00, followed by Grant Adams in third with 78.00. Samuel Lacerte came away with the Jr. Men World title throwing a clean H/S cab 900 for a 94.00 point score. Hayden Chambless landed a massive late indy B/S 540 off the kicker to earn the second place spot with 93.00, followed by Charlie Pfahler who took third with a 84.00.
Showing off one of the most stylish and technical rail games in the Pro Women’s Traditional final, Anna Nikstad earned herself the 2020 World title landing a solid KGB off the kicker and a roll to revert in the flats for a final score of 96.00. Carro Djupso of Sweden put down a consistent performance throwing a krypt in the flats for a second place finish of 88.00, followed by Constanza Scaglia in third with 80.00.
Colby Zebarth took the Jr. Pro Men Traditional title with a T/S B/S 3 and crowmobe to complete the win with a 97.00 final score. Tyler Cole came in second with 87.00, followed closely by Labryn Depta with 83.00. In the Pro Men’s Traditional final, Guenther Oka utilized his diverse skill set to drop hammers in every part of the course earning his 98.00 point score and the 2020 World title with his switch 313 and massive nose grab pete 5 off the kicker. Trent Stuckey made it a close match throwing a huge ole’ T/S B/S 1080 on the kicker for a score of 87.00, followed by Brady Patry rounding out the podium with 82.00.
In the Kids Features final, Ethan Bellamy excelled on all the rails to claim the 2020 World title and a 91.00 point score. Rounding out the podium, Cameron Flinkingshelt took second with 89.00, followed by Henry Paulk in third with 81.00. Coby Armer owned the top spot in the Men’s Features final going all-in on the kicker section with a grabbed H/S 720 to score 98.00. Jesse Foushee smashed the kickers, placing him in second with 84.00, followed by Woody White with a score of 82.00.
Rivers Hedrick won the Open Women Features division with an all-time performance and technical rail hits for a 94.00. Rounding out the podium, Lisa Derue took second with 89.00, followed by Mattie Armer third with 81.00. In the Jr. Pro Features final Gibson Corcoran came out on top absolutely destroying Valdosta’s pool section with technical hits to score 93.00. Labryn Depta put down clean lines throughout the park placing him in second with 84.00, followed by Chase Williams with a score of 83.00.
Securing the Pro Women Features World title Anna Nikstad stomped diverse and technical lines all over the park for her final score of 96.00. Hannah Mennega showed off her style in the camel rail section for a second place finish of 87.00, followed by Carro Djupso in third with 80.00.
The Pro Men Features final had the crowd going wild, truly testing the athlete’s strategy and composure throughout the entire heat. Guenther Oka rose to the top with an 89.00 point score locking in a textbook grabbed T/S B/S 9. Trent Stuckey executed clean lines in all of the rail sections taking second with 88.00, followed by brother Gavin Stuckey with 82.00.
For full results and live content from the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline.
Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level. level.
For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.
For more information on the WWA Wake Park World Series Click Here.
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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
VALDOSTA, GA (September 21, 2020) – Battles of epic proportions highlighted day two of the Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine at the Valdosta Wake Compound. First off the dock, the Pro Men Traditional quarterfinal round set the bar at an all-time high with the momentum carrying on throughout the day and into the afternoon’s semifinal rounds.
The Master’s Men Features Only semifinal kicked things into gear for a heated day of competition with Hunter Hanson coming out on top in heat one throwing down and making full use of all the features for a final score of 95.00, just ahead of Norbert Vasko in second with 88.00 points. Preston Persichetti rode away with the win in the Grom Features semifinals with a tail tap over the bobber for a 100.00 point score. Max Kofke followed up in second laying down a stalefish to score 90.00.
The Junior Features Only division displayed total progression with twelve riders making it out of the morning’s quarterfinals and on to the semifinals, putting them that much closer to the World title. Will Hall got technical in the pool line in semifinal heat one for a final score of 96.00, followed by Caden Owens in second with 94.00. Hayden Chambless has a unique style of his own that put him in the number one spot in heat two destroying the rails with inventive lines for a score of 93.00. Austin Rudd came in second in heat two and also advancing to the finals with another all-time performance and a score of 89.00. Clinching the top spot in heat three was Samuel Lacerte with a score of 98.00, followed by Gavin Geer with 89.00 points. Corey Kalisik locked up a perfect 100.00 point score in heat four earning his spot in Tuesday’s finals with an all-time performance.
Anna Nikstad took down the Pro Women’s Features Only semifinal with a win and a textbook KGB on the kicker to score 100.00, ahead of Constanza Scalia in second with 85.00 points. The Pro Men Features Only division saw twelve riders make it out of fierce quarterfinal rounds with the semifinals rounding out to be nothing shorts of amazing in the afternoon. Grabbing the win in heat one Brady Patry stuck a huge T/S B/S 9 off the kicker to score 98.00, ahead of Blake Bishop in second with a score of 89.00. Winning heat two, Trent Stuckey put down a mute mobe 5 off the kicker while displaying technical lines to take the top spot with 95.00 points, followed by Dary Znebel with a score of 88.00. Semifinal heats three and four saw two 100.00 point scores get locked in setting the stage for quite the showdown in Tuesday’s finals with Gavin Stuckey taking the win in heat three, followed by Guenther Oka with the win in heat four.
The Open Women’s Features semifinal saw some serious talent with Rivers Hedrick taking the win in heat one with a 98.00 point score, landing a nose tap F/S 3 over the bobber, ahead of Lisa Derue with a score of 85.00. In heat two, Mattie Armer came out on top with a clean T/S 5 to score 96.00 and advancing to the final round along with Maggie Kofke in second for a score of 92.00.
With eight riders making it out of the morning’s quarterfinal rounds, the day closed out with some heavy Pro Men’s Traditional semifinals with every rider giving it his all in hopes of punching a ticket to Sunday’s finals. Brady Patry took heat one with a 90210 off the flats for a score of 100.00. Trent Stuckey was right behind Brady with a close second place finish of 88.00 points. Guenther Oka won heat two, hitting a 313 off the toes in the flats and a pete rose 5 off the kicker for a final score of 100.00, followed by Gavin Stuckey in second with 88.00 points.
For full results and live content from day two of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline.
Day three of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine begins at 8:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, September 22nd with all Traditional and Features Only final rounds.
Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level. level.
For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.
For more information on the WWA Wake Park World Series Click Here.
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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
VALDOSTA, GA (September 20, 2020) – Valdosta Wake Compound greeted riders with sunshine and perfect conditions for day one of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine. World-class features paired with the pressure of competing against the world’s best, provided quite a show for the first day to this final stop of the WWA Wake Park World Series.
Competitive spirits were high as the Boys Traditional Quarterfinals kicked things off Sunday morning with the top two riders from each heat making it on to the semifinal rounds of action. The boys were firing with Gavin Doody taking the win in semifinal heat one throwing down a Blind Judge in the flats for a final score of 100.00, just ahead of Isaic Claudio in second with 88.00 points. Showing up in style Grant Adams put down a solid KGB off the kicker in semifinal heat two taking the win with 100.00 points, followed by Henry Paulk with a score of 92.00. In the Masters Men’s Traditional semifinal Hunter Hansen threw down to finish in the top spot earning a 100.00 point first place score, followed by Aaron Cutler in second with 85.00 points.
The Jr. Men’s Traditional division saw the top two riders from the quarterfinals make it on to the semifinal rounds with Samuel Lacerte absolutely dominating the course winning both his quarterfinal and semifinal heats. In the semifinals, Samuel Lacerte started out with a H/S 9, to then seal the deal with a Krypt off the flats for a final score of 93.00. Charlie Pfahler came in second and advancing to the finals throwing a roll to revert on the flats for a final score of 88.00. Austin Rudd took the win in semifinal heat two, earning his first place finish with a raley in the flats followed by roll to revert for a score of 90.00. Also advancing to the finals, Hayden Chambless came in second dominating the rail section for a final score of 87.00.
In the Women’s Traditional semifinal, Lisa Derue took the top spot with a super clean shifty nose tap on the bobber for a final score of 97.00, followed by Kyra Marks in second with 94.00. The Jr. Women’s Traditional semifinal saw the girls put on their best performances of the season. Rivers Hedrick landed a huge F/S 180, earning the top spot with a heat winning score of 100.00. Mattie Armer scored 88.00 barely missing the top spot and sticking a T/S 5 off the kicker for second, followed by Riley Payne in third with 83.00. Young ripper Maggie Kofke was boosting off the kickers in the Girls Traditional semifinal earning her a score of 100.00.
The Jr. Pro Men Traditional division saw the boys put down some inventive runs to utilize everything that Valdosta Wake Park has to offer. Colby Zebarth turned it up with a T/S B/S 360 and a stylish backside 180 over the bobber for a heat winning score of 92.00. Riley Hackworth took the second place spot stomping out a Krypt in the flats to score 91.00. Putting down another impressive run Labryn Depta earned 78.00 points and a third place finish, followed by Tyler Cole with 77.00 points in fourth and advancing to finals.
The Pro Women Traditional riders showcased their progressive level of riding at Valdosta Wake Compound as Anna Nikstad rode away in first dominating rails and kicker categories finishing with a 96.00 score. Carro Djupso hit a solid back mobe off the kicker and annihilated all the rails taking second with 91.00 points, just ahead of Constanza Scalia in third with 81.00 points.
“We are honored to partner with Nautique Boats, Yanmar Marine and the Valdosta Wake Compound to provide our athletes the opportunity to compete at the 2020 WWA Wake Park World Championships making this year another one to remember,” commented WWA Executive Director Corrie Wilson. “Day one has already shown so much style and progression, I can’t wait to see what the rest of the week has in store for us!”
For full results and live content from day one of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline.
Day two of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine begins at 9:00 a.m. ET on Monday, September 21st with Pro Men’s division debuts and a mix of Features quarterfinal and semifinal rounds.
Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level. level.
For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.
For more information on the WWA Wake Park World Series Click Here.
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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
COVID-19 SOCIAL DISTANCING GUIDELINES – MUST READThe WWA is implementing social distancing guidelines effective immediately at all WWA sanctioned events in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in our communities. Events are only possible if we all maintain the federal, CDC, state and local guidelines. We appreciate everyone doing their part so events are able to operate and do not get shut down.
Attention: In accordance with the guidelines set forth, we will be taking temperatures for all event participants upon arrival before a rider is able to check-in each day. If anyone has a temperature reading greater than 100.4* F they will not be able to remain on the event site. We encourage all participants to take their temperature before arriving at the event.
Check-in on site will only be for riders to get rider bags, temperature checks and wristbands. All memberships and rider bios should be taken care of online, ahead of the start of the event.
Registration for all divisions closes at 1:00pm EST on Saturday, September 19th. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO REGISTER THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
Rider Check-in: Check-in opening times listed below and will be available throughout the day. It is recommended that riders check-in at least one hour before their divisions posted time and ensure that all registration paperwork is COMPLETED.
Location: WWA Tent at VWC
Times:
Saturday: N/A
Sunday: Opens at 9:00 AM
Monday: Opens at 8:00 AM
IN ORDER TO REDUCE PERSON-TO-PERSON CONTACT, ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE REGISTRATION, WWA MEMBERSHIP AND RIDER BIO BEFORE ARRIVING ON SITE.
All participants must be current WWA Annual Members in order to participate in the WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Nautique Boats!
EVENT FORMAT
Riders Meeting
All of the format info is included above. The riders meeting will take place at 9:30am onsite on Sunday, September 20th. Monday and Tuesday mornings of the event the chief judge will do a brief riders meeting approximately 15-20 minutes before the competition is scheduled to start.
AwardsAwards will be done throughout the day, approximately 1 hour after each division’s final results are posted in order to reduce gatherings.
Event Results
All event results will be posted on site in the WWA Rideline app.
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Be sure to claim your profile in the WWA Rideline app and add your headshot so it shows up with your results!
Following rule 1.03 Protests, in regard to any and all protests and/or inquiries about results, the rider and/or rider representative wishing to speak to the chief judge must be wearing a face mask and willing to keep the mask on throughout the entirety of the discussion.
No verbal abuse or notions of hostility will be tolerated from both the rider and/or rider representative. Any failure to follow the above guidelines may result in immediate disqualification from the event and request to leave the event site for the duration of the event.
Please read the full protest rule before any inquiry and/or protest.
Wake Church, hosted by Wake Well, will take place at 9am EST on Sunday, September 20th at Valdosta Wake Compound.
GUIDELINES WILL BE REVIEWED AND UPDATED AHEAD OF THE EVENT AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE EVENT BY EVENT BASED ON LOCAL GUIDELINES AND/OR RESTRICTIONS.
The WWA is implementing social distancing guidelines effective immediately at all WWA sanctioned events in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in our communities. Events are only possible if we all maintain the federal, CDC, state and local guidelines. We appreciate everyone doing their part so our events are able to operate and do not get shut down.
Attention: In accordance with the guidelines set forth, we will be taking temperatures for all event participants at rider check-in. If anyone has a temperature reading greater than 100.4* F they will not be able to remain on the event site. We encourage all participants to take their temperature before arriving at the event.
Overview
The WWA will adhere to and operate in compliance with all public health authorities and local and state government guidelines regarding social distancing pertinent to the location of the event being held. In adhering to compliant efforts onsite, event crowd numbers will not exceed the guidelines currently set forth. The WWA will provide masks to all event participants and advise that any event bystanders are wearing masks when electing to be in the vicinity of the event grounds and will be strictly advised to not congregate in large groups.
High risk individuals, including older adults and people with pre-existing medical conditions that appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill with the virus are recommended to avoid events involving groups at this time and/or to take all recommended precautions to protect themselves.
Event Procedures
All WWA event staff will be required wear face masks throughout the duration of the event.
All participants will have their temperature taken at rider check-in each day that they ride.
The starting dock will be limited to ONE participant and the dock starter in order to avoid unnecessary congregations of people. There will also be ‘staging’ areas outside of the dock that only a limited number of riders will be allowed in. Riders 9 & under may have one parent with a face covering accompany them on a dock. Participants should be aware of signage stating the number of individuals allowed in areas.
Participants will not be able to store their equipment in the start dock area and are advised to keep equipement with them or in their locked vehicle at all times.
Only event staff will be allowed in the judging areas.
All WWA staff and event security will monitor and enforce social distancing policies throughout the duration of the event.
All event surfaces and high-touch areas will be wiped down and disinfected approximately every thirty minutes as recommended by CDC guidelines.
Line distancing will be implemented in the registration and information area of the event in order to prevent grouping of participants.
In order to avoid extended face-to-face interaction between event participants and staff, participants must complete all necessary event and registration paperwork prior to arriving to the event site and attempting to check-in at the registration area.
All event participants are advised to avoid person-to-person contact such as shaking hands.
All event participants will be advised to not congregate in large groups of people to socialize while at the event site.
All event related banquets will not be held in order to reduce gathering.
Event Site
The event site layout will be planned out and constructed with social distancing standards in place.
Proper cleaning supplies will be available to all event participants, staff, and officials. Cleaning supplies are not limited to and may include hand-washing stations, hand sanitizer, tissues, and cleaning wipes.
Event whip flags and additional competition markers will be spaced out every twelve feet to provide visual distance cues for event participants.
All staff tents will have clear walls and barriers in order to prevent unnecessary contact.
Spectators and participants will not be allowed to congregate under WWA tents. Participants are encouraged to bring their own tents or umbrellas for shade.
There will be limited options for food and beverage available on site. Participants may bring coolers but there will be no alcoholic beverages allowed on site.
PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (August 30, 2020)– The all-new Super Air Nautique G23 pulled the world’s greatest to victory in the final day of competition at the 2020 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by Yanmar. With multiple overall titles on the line to round out the Nautique Wake Series and WWA Wakeboard World Series (WBWS), today’s competition was filled with amazing moments including (add something from day).
Reed Hansen brought the heat to Robin Lake displaying his technical skill behind the all-new Super Air Nautique G23 landing a switch 360, T/S indy shuv, and a switch T/S F/S 180 to take home the Pro Wakeskate World title with a score of 75.00. Coco Mendez took second, scoring 70.00 with a hard flip, followed by Brian Grubb rounding out the podium in third with a score of 40.00.
Meagan Ethell showed up to the Pro Women’s finals ready to throw down one of her best performances behind the Super Air Nautique G23 in hopes of snagging a 2020 WWA World title. Earning what she came for, Ethell put it all together throwing a textbook KGB and Moby Dick for a final score of 85.00. In second, Mary Morgan Howell landed a huge crow mobe and a roll to blind to score 82.00. Dallas Friday placed third rounding out the podium with 70.00 points after another epic performance.
Coming off heavy semifinals, Nic Rapa put down an amazing performance in the fight to the finish of the Pro Men’s final, taking the win with a nearly flawless run, scoring 95.00. Leaving no doubt in anyone’s mind that he had just won the 2020 WWA World title, Nic threw down a mute mobe 5 and a double cab roll for the win. In second Cory Teunissen scored 85.00 throwing down an equally impressive run complete with a switch T/S F/S 1080. Rounding out the podium in third, Tyler Higham threw a double tantrum for a score of 75.00.
Closing out a terrific season and adding to the momentum off the wins from today, both Meagan Ethell and Nic Rapa also won the respective Overall titles for the 2020 Nautique Wake Series and WWA Wakeboard World Series.
For full results and live content from of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by Yanmar be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline.
Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level.
For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.
For more information on the 2020 WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.
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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (August 30, 2020) – The spectators at Callaway Gardens witnessed some of wake’s greatest rise to victory on the final day of the 2020 Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar. Pulled by the award-winning G23 Paragon, the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships has become one of the most esteemed stops on the Nautique Wakesurf Series presented by Billabong with the weekend’s pristine levels of athletic ability ensuring that reputation lives on. The weekend displayed the family-friendly atmosphere Nautique events are known for showcasing the opportunity for riders and fans alike to check out the Billabong wrapped Nautique G23 equipped with Yanmar’s diesel engine. Yanmar’s proven diesel power is now available exclusively in specific Nautique G-Series models providing a more fuel-efficient option for those looking to keep their RPM’s low when fully loaded.
Making sure their power was known this weekend, the Open Women’s division put up a fiery final round with Jordan Taylor coming out on top throwing a 360 and indy F/S air for a final score of 75.00. Following up in second Bailey Dunn threw a shuv it to score 67.67, just ahead of Miram Hafez in third rounding out the podium with 50.00 points. The Open Men’s division kept the competition going with Samuel Goncalves taking the win completing a textbook F/S big spin to earn himself a 85.00, just ahead of Tommy Coleman in second with 73.33 and Danny Thollander in third with 64.00. Jr. Women’s rider Ava Stewart put down an impressive run behind the Nautique G23 Paragon for 78.33 points, ahead of Lindsay Hovsepian in second with 72.67 and Hadley Lewis in third with 67.67. In the Jr. Men’s final round, Coleman Vaughan took the win with a huge air for a score of 76.67, followed by Reid Cato with a score of 66.67 and Harrison Theilen rounding out the podium in third with 51.67.
Coming out on top in final round of competition, Cassidy Gale put together an unstoppable performance in Pro Women’s final taking the win with a score of 92.33. Her first pass consisted of an Alley Oop and a F/S big spin before coming back on pass two with a clean air reverse leaving no doubt in anyone’s mind that she had just cleaned up with first place finish today. In second Ashley Inloes scored 88.00 with a stylish shuv to backside 180, followed by Nautique athlete Jodi Grassman rounding out the podium in third with 84.33 points.
Utilizing the entire wave of the Nautique G23 Paragon, Sean Silveira put it all together clinching the greatest victory of the year and a final score of 93.33 in the Pro Men’s final. Sean’s winning run consisted of multiple big spins, an air three and a huge ollie north Alley Oop. Coming up in second, Beaux Wildman landed a solid 540 shuv and backside bigger spin to score 89.00, ahead of Keenan Flegel in third throwing a clean Madonna air for a score of 85.00.
For full results and live content from the 2020 Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline.
The Nautique Wakesurf Series presented by Billabong, will provide the pinnacle of wakesurf competition, creating a global platform for athletes to come to define themselves as the sport’s elite with several stops spanning across the globe.
About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (August 29, 2020) – The award-winning Nautique G23 Paragon pulled several of the sport’s greatest to victory on the legendary waters of Robin Lake for day two of the 2020 Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by YANMAR. The intensity was at an all-time high with the esteemed Nautique Masters Wakesurf titles on the line paired with a final chance to throw points on the leaderboard of the Nautique Wakesurf Series presented by Billabong.
Callaway Gardens was filled with memorable moments all day long as the Nautique G23 Paragon displayed waves of perfection to lead amateurs to victory in eleven divisions. The Men’s Beginner revved things up in a heated final with Francisco Cabezas coming out on top with his unique style and big turns to take the win with a score of 78.33. The Women’s Beginner final saw Kelly Albin take the win with multiple 180s for winning score of 86.67. Wrapping up a season to remember on the Nautique Wakesurf Series presented by Billabong, Lee Hite came away with the win in the Boys division and a final score of 83.33, just head of Whit Shropshire in second with 77.33 points and Tyler Lavoise in third with a score of 71.67.
Always a crowd favorite, the Adaptive finalists showed up Saturday afternoon ready to put on a show behind the Nautique G23 Paragon. Carter Hess brought home a huge score of 90.00 throwing a lip slide and soul carves for the win in the Adaptive Standing division, followed by Mike Nelson in second with a score of 80.00. Stefan Leroy earned his final win for the season in the Adaptive Sitboarding division with a final score of 88.33.
The Master’s Women division kept the afternoon moving with Evelyn Nelson taking the win completing a clean body varial earning herself an 81.67, followed by Vanessa Williams with another impressive run and a score of 76.67. The Veteran’s division closed out the day with more epic riding and David Williams scoring an 85.00 to take the win with a frontside shove on his longboard and a clean 360. Scott Bouchard came in second with a score of 81.33, followed by Mark Walser in third with 77.67 points to round out the podium.
For full results and live content from day two of the 2020 Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by YANMAR be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline.
Day three of the 2020 Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by YANMAR begins at 8:00 a.m. EST on Sunday, August 30th featuring more amateur finals, and Pro semifinal and final rounds. Click Here to tune in LIVE.
The Nautique Wakesurf Series presented by Billabong, will provide the pinnacle of wakesurf competition, creating a global platform for athletes to come to define themselves as the sport’s elite with several stops spanning across the globe.
About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (August 29, 2020)– Setting up to be another day of perfect conditions, the top amateurs arrived at Robin Lake for day two of competition at the 2020 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by YANMAR. Known to be the catalyst of progression and always pulling the best riding in the world, the all-new Super Air Nautique G23 pulled heated final rounds with athletes in every division vying for a chance at the 2020 World titles.
The Jr. Boy’s Beginner division produced an all-time show at Callaway Gardens, with Sander Abony coming away with the WWA Wakeboard World title throwing a H/S tail grab and a melan grab for a final score of 90.00. Kyle Bendele came up in second with 81.67 points displaying another run of high amplitude ahead of Rider Mayo in third with 70.00 points. In the Boys Beginner final, Jayden Bennett took the top spot throwing a massive backside 180 for a final score of 95.00, ahead of Ike Phillips in second with 85.00 points and Noah Barber in third with a score of 70.00 to round out the podium.
Payton Gross rode away with the win in the Girls final with multiple inverts for a score of 85.00, just ahead of Kira Lewis in second with 76.67 and Kitt Smith in third with 70.00 points. The Jr. Women saw an intense battle behind the Super Air Nautique G23, with Elle Christensen charging the wake with a clean backroll to take the win with a score of 85.00. Christensen was followed by Ellie Patrick in second with a score 75.00, and Jordan Wolfe in third with 65.00 points. Adaptive athlete, Aaron Cutler made his way to Callaway Gardens to officially cap off the season with an unforgettable weekend of the world’s best wake action. Utilizing the wake of the Super Air Nautique G23, Cutler threw switch wrapped H/S 540 and H/S backside 180 for a winning score of 85.00 locking in his WWA World title.
The Boy’s division saw Xavier Olea Vorhauer take his very first WWA World title after two stand-up passes with a Moby Dick and a wrapped KGB scoring 90.00. Hudson Gentry put the pressure on Vorhauer, coming in second with a score of 80.00 after landing a tantrum to blind, followed by Cameron Flinkingshelt in third with 70.00. The Jr. Pro division wrapped up a day of standout performances across every division with Jamie Huser putting down a Whirly 5 and a T/S 720 taking WWA World title with a score of 94.67. Taking the podium in second, Noah Wildman threw a massive indie T/S backside 360 in his run while also sticking the best recovery of the weekend for a score of 89.33, ahead of Thomas Herman finishing in third scoring 78.33.
“The chance to compete here at Callaway Gardens for the 2020 Nautique WWA Wakeboard Championships presented by YANMAR is an aspiration for many of these athletes and we are honored to partner with Nautique Boats and YANMAR to make this year’s event one to remember,” said WWA Executive Director Corrie Wilson. “We have already seen some amazing riding these first two days and we can’t wait to see what the pros have in store for us tomorrow!”
For full results and live content from day two of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by YANMAR be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline.
Day three of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by YANMAR begins at 11:10am on Sunday, August 30th featuring all Pro semifinal and final rounds. Click Here to tune in LIVE.
Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level.
For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.
For more information on the 2020 WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.
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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (August 28, 2020) – A field of amateur riders took to the legendary waters of Callaway Gardens for day one of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by YANMAR. Today’s semifinal rounds set the bar high, with the world-class Super Air Nautique G23 providing perfect wakes for the world’s best amateur wakeboard athletes.
“I was extremely excited to witness the all-new G23 take to the waters of Robin Lake for the first time today at the Nautique WWA Wakeboard Worlds,” said Nautique President Greg Meloon. “This is set up to be an unbelievable weekend packed with action from the best riders in the world behind the best boat. Good luck to all of the athletes and I hope everyone enjoys a fun-filled time here at Callaway Gardens.”
The Jr. Men’s Wakeboard division saw the boys put on their best The Jr. Men’s Wakeboard division saw the boys put on their best performances of the season with Graham Hebert coming out on top with a tantrum and a H/S 360 for a semifinal heat one winning score of 68.33. Crew Christensen utilized the entire wake of the Super Air Nautique G23 in heat two with a huge nose grab H/S 540 for a first place score of 70.00. Barrett Swope put down a stylish run to take the win in heat three with 85.00 points, followed by heat four winner Pablo Monroy with a score 73.33 and advancing to finals. Dayle Cartwright took the top spot in the Veteran’s semifinal putting down a blazing run for a score of 86.67. The Men’s 1 division saw Nicholas Brown take the win in the semifinal round throwing a crowmobe for a final score of 90.67, ahead of Henry Arvanites in second with 80.00.
Parker Swope laid down a Moby Dick and super stylish indie roll to blind behind the Super Air Nautique G23 in the Jr. Pro division, earning a score of 76.67 in semifinal heat one. The talented Thomas Herman threw a huge dum dum taking the win in heat two with 76.67. Taking the win in heat three Noah Wildman scored 80.00 points, followed by Jamie Huser who took the win heat four with 70.00 points and advancing to the finals. In the Jr. Women’s semifinal, Elle Christensen took the top spot with a scarecrow for a final score of 76.67, ahead of Ellie Patrick in second who threw down an equally impressive run for a score of 70.00.
The Boys Beginner division was absolutely charging behind the all-new Super Air Nautique G23. Jayden Bennett took the semifinal win throwing a H/S roastbeef and a T/S 180 for a score of 76.67. Jayden was followed by Ike Phillips in second with 66.67, and Noah Baber in third with 61.67. The Girls division wrapped up a stellar first day on Robin Lake with Kira Lewis taking the top spot and showing total composition throughout her run with a semifinal heat winning score of 88.33, just ahead of Kitt Smith in second with 80.00 points.
For full results and live content from day one of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by YANMAR be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline.
Day two of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by YANMAR begins at 8:00 a.m EST on Saturday, August 29th featuring all Amateur division and Jr. Pro Men final rounds. Click Here to tune in LIVE.
Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level.
For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.
For more information on the 2020 WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.
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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (August 28, 2020) – A field of wakesurfing’s top athletes arrived at Callaway Gardens to officially kick off the 2020 Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar. Pulled by the award-winning Nautique G23 Paragon, this highly anticipated stop to the Nautique Wakesurf Series presented by Billabong witnessed amateur athletes debut flawless runs securing their spots into Saturday’s final rounds.
“It was an incredible first day for the G23 Paragon here at the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships,” said Nautique President Greg Meloon. “I’ve really enjoyed watching all of the competitors get behind our award-winning model and utilize the best wave in the industry to show us their skills. Nothing beats the conditions that Robin Lake provide, and I’m looking forward to a great weekend!”
The Girls division got things going bright and early with Stella Tracy coming away with the win landing a switch body varial for a final score of 87.33. Evie Shropshire followed up in second with 75.00, followed by Kitt Smith in third with 65.00. The Boys division saw the young ripper, Whit Shropshire throw a super stylish 3 shuv for a semifinal heat winning score of 79.00 sending him into Saturday’s final round just ahead of Lee Hite in second with 72.67 points.
In the Women’s Beginner division Kelly Albin showed off her signature style with a nice hack scoring 83.33 to take the heat win. A stacked Men’s Beginner semifinal heat saw Jaysin Smith take the win making full use of the Nautique G23 Paragon’s perfect wave for a score of 78.33. The Veteran Men’s semifinal saw Scott Bouchard dominate heat one throwing a huge frontside air for a winning score of 83.33 ahead of David Williams in second with 75.00 points.
For full results and live content from day one of the 2020 Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline.
Day two of the 2020 Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar begins at 1:15 p.m. EST on Saturday, August 29th featuring amateur final rounds. Click Here to tune in LIVE.
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The Nautique Wakesurf Series presented by Billabong, will provide the pinnacle of wakesurf competition, creating a global platform for athletes to come to define themselves as the sport’s elite with several stops spanning across the globe.
About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
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