Monday, 10 February 2020

2020 NAUTIQUE WAKESURF SERIES DATES ANNOUNCED FEATURING SEVEN GLOBAL STOPS

ORLANDO, FL (February 10, 2020) – Nautique Boats and The World Wake Association (The WWA) are excited to announce the dates and locations for the 2020 Nautique Wakesurf Series presented by Billabong and pulled exclusively by Nautique’s industry-leading line of boats. The Wakesurf Series will be comprised of seven prestigious wakesurf events spanning across three continents and providing innovative formats for competition in fun-filled, family-friendly environments. New for this year, the series will play host to the most diverse field of competitors in wakesurfing, with surfers from every part of the world competing for points on the Nautique Wakesurf Series Rankings presented by Billabong, and a spot in the culminating event of the series, the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar.  

“The 2019 Nautique Wakesurf Series definitely held true to the definition of ‘the pinnacle of competitive wakesurfing.’ I love how this series brings everyone together for such a fun and memorable time on the water! The WWA and Nautique do a fantastic job putting on these events as everything is always organized and on time, and the boats are always set and ready to go,” commented Nautique athlete Jodi Grassman. “Taking the win at the prestigious Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships was a moment I will never forget, and I can’t wait to go back this year to reclaim my title! Really, I am so pumped for the 2020 season with so many new places to experience and always new people to meet and interact with. I can’t wait to see the participation in this series grow, as every new rider is sure to love this fresh new feel of competitive wakesurfing!”

Inspiring progression for years to come, the world’s top amateur and professional athletes will come together across seven global stops for a chance to define themselves as the sport’s elite. The series will kick off in London, England for the Nautique European Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar. Stop two will bring riders to BSR in Waco, Texas the for the Nautique USA National Wakesurf Championships presented by GM Marine Engine Technology. The third stop of the series will bring riders to the Han River in Seoul, South Korea for the Nautique Asian Wakesurf Championships

The impressive 2020 line-up will continue with stop four once again taking place at the Konakovo River Club in Moscow, Russia for the Nautique European Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar. Continuing their trek across the globe to capture the overall Nautique Wakesurf Series title, riders will head to Lake Biwa for the Japan Wakesurf Open presented by Yanmar. Riders will have the opportunity to head up to the beautiful British Columbia for the sixth stop, the Nautique Canadian Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar. The seventh and final stop will take us to the world’s most sought after watersports destination that is Callaway Gardens for the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar

The Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships will be a premier invitational event, serving as the concluding event of the Nautique Wakesurf Series. Winners at each stop of the series will automatically secure their invite to the crowning jewel event of the season, the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar. Additional riders will have the opportunity to earn an invite through the Nautique Wakesurf Series Rankings. Riders will earn points based on their placement within their division at each event they attend for the 2020 season. Fans and riders alike will be able to follow all of the action at thewwa.com/nautiquesurfseries.

“The 2020 Nautique Wakesurf Series is going to be amazing!” said Nautique President Greg Meloon. “With beautiful locations, the greatest wakesurfers and of course the best boats on the water, the Nautique Wakesurf Series continues to grow making the biggest stage (and waves) for wakesurfers across the globe to showcase their skills.”

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 seven stops spanning across the globe.

2020 Nautique Wakesurf Series presented by Billabong Schedule:


Stop #1: Nautique European Wakesurf Championshipspresented by Yanmar
June 19th – 21st
London, England

Stop #2: Nautique USA National Wakesurf Championshipspresented by GM Marine Engine Technology
August 7th – 9th
BSR Cable Park, Waco, Texas

Stop #3: Nautique Asian Wakesurf Championships
August 14th – 16th
Han River, Seoul, Korea

Stop #4: Nautique European Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar
August 14th – 16th
Konakovo River Club, Konakovo, Russia

Stop #5: Japan Wakesurf Open presented by Yanmar
August 22nd – 23rd
Lake Biwa, Japan

Stop #6: Nautique Canadian Wakesurf Championshipspresented by Yanmar
August 21st – 23rd
Abbotsford, BC, Canada

Stop #7:Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by Yanmar
September 4th – 6th
Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain, Georgia

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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.



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Friday, 7 February 2020

WWA WPWS Stop #2 Confirmed to Feature Equal Prize Money For Pro Men and Pro Women In Thailand This April

ORLANDO, FL (February 7, 2020) – WWA Wake Park World Series (WPWS) Stop #2 is confirmed to land in Bangkok, Thailand at Zanook Wake Park on April 18 – 19, 2020 showcasing pro and amateur divisions at this exciting new stop to the series. The 2020 Thailand Wake Park World Series Stop will be first of its kind to feature equal prize money for Pro Men and Pro Women riders in both Traditional and Features-Only divisions totaling to $40,000 on the line. Riders are encouraged to submit their registrations so as to not miss the chance to compete at what is shaping up to be one of the most progressive stops on the WPWS this season. 

As the first full size wake park stop of the 2020 season this event will feature two days of riding for both pro and amateur divisions. With new and exciting park updates on the schedule in Thailand, riders can expect to see some brand-new features installed in time for the event. The WWA WPWS is globally known to showcase an international field of riders and continue the exponential growth of park riding across all divisions. With an entire $50,000 in prize money up for grabs this event will not only feature equal podium prize money amongst the Pro Men and Women riders, but will also include a $10,000 prize purse for the Pro Wakeskate division. This is the largest Pro Wakeskate cash prize of the entire season.

“We are incredibly excited to add Thailand to our list of stops for the 2020 Wake Park World Series. This event is sure to bring about incredible riding and a true celebration of all of the places wake takes us,” commented WWA Executive Director, Corrie Wilson. “To work with the event organizers and our partners on offering equal prize money for Pro Men and Women in both Traditional and Features Only, paired with the large wakeskate purse, is the progressive step we’ve needed to see our sport take. This is a terrific way to continue the series and we are looking forward to seeing the level riding and style our riders bring to this event!”

Divisions: 
Pro Men Features

Pro Women Features

Pro Men Traditional

Pro Women Traditional

Pro Wakeskate

Grom Features (Ages 13 & Under)

Amateur Traditional Wake Park (Ages 14-29)

Masters Traditional Wake Park (Ages 30+)
*All divisions are based on the rider’s age as of January 1, 2020
**All riders must have a 2020 WWA Membership in order to participate.
Registration coming soon!

EVENT TIMES:
Practice – April 16th-17th
*Practice will be complementary for registered riders. Discounted tickets will be available for riders looking to ride outside of these dates.

Judges Seminar  – April 17th

WPWS Event – April 18th-19th
*Food and beverages will be provided for riders during the event days

EVENT LOCATION:
Zanook Wake Park 
Bangkok, Thailand
New features will be arriving soon!
 
AIRPORT:
Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) Airport (BKK)

SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATIONS:
Chao Sua
Accommodations can be booked via the Facebook Page. The hotel costs around $30 a night. 

More Information Here: https://www.thewwa.com/event/thailand-wwa-wake-park-world-series-event-2020/



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GUENTHER OKA AND MEAGAN ETHELL WIN THE TORONTO INDOOR WAKEBOARD CHAMPIONSHIP – WPWS STOP #1

The 2020 Toronto Indoor Wakeboard Championship kicked off this year’s WWA Wake Park World Series featuring an unique pro hockey stadium setting and a solid line-up of pros vying for a share of the $10,000 (CAD) prize purse!

Staged inside the Toronto International Boat Show, over a million gallons of water filled up the hockey arena to create one of the largest indoor lakes in the world. With riders landing their tricks just dozens of feet away from the crowds and music and play-by-play announcing pumping everyone up, it was surreal set-up!

A pass-the-handle jam format pulled by a Sesitec 2.0 ensured non-stop action as riders continually upped the ante to put down their best run of four! Qualifications, including a slot for the top amateur, were very tightly contested to narrow the field down to the top eight men and top six women. 

The judging panel of Oli Derome, John Drieling and Leslie Sparks had their work cut out for them!

Men’s finalists: Guenther Oka, Riley Dillon, Mickey Henry, Quinn Silvernale, Nic Leduc, Gavin Giglio, Wes Huber and Aidan Gunningham. Just missing the cut were Dary Znebel, Derek Huntoon, Jesse Jarrett and Wake Purdy.

Women’s finalists: Meagan Ethell, Kelsey Chiappa, Erika Langman, Hannah MacDonald, Amanda Cook and Katherine Shirriff.

When the spray settled it was top ranked Guenther Oka, the reigning WWA WPWS champ, edging out Riley Dillon for the pro men’s title, with Gavin Giglio  grabbing 3rd. Meagan Ethell overcame challenges from Kelsey Chiappa and Erika Langman to take the women’s crown! The contest offered equal podium prize money for men and women and highlighted the final weekend of the 10 day Toronto Boat Show!

The after-party offered a night to remember with a packed house to watch the world premiere of Derek Brown’s full length Canadian wake movie “Outhouse 3 – the Turd”!

Shout out to the Toronto International Boat Show, WWA, Wake Canada, Alliance Wake, Boarderpass Canada, Ontario Wake, Boardsports and Connelly Wake for supporting the contest! 



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