Thursday, 23 February 2023

REGISTER NOW FOR THE NAUTIQUE MASTERS VIRTUAL LCQ

HOW IT WORKS

  •  Participants will record an unedited 4 trick, 30-40 second pass and upload the video to your Instagram account (tag: @TheWWA and #MastersWakeLCQ) by April 15th, 2023. The video may not be video that has been previously submitted in the virtual LCQ and must be footage from the current calendar year. Any footage filmed outside of this calendar year is subject to disqualification.
  • The winners will be announced on May 1st, 2023.
  • Participants may only submit one video, so perfect your contest pass before uploading.
  • The videos will be judged according to WWA rules by a WWA World Series judging panel.
  • The top riders in each division will receive an invite to compete at the Nautique Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament on May 26th-28th.
  • All Masters LCQ participants will be awarded points to the WWA Wakeboard World Series and/or the Nautique Wake Series overall points race.

CONTEST VIDEO GUIDELINES

  • Juniors divisions will have an entry fee of $100.
  • Junior Men’s and Junior Women’s divisions are open to riders with a current WWA Annual membership under the age of 18. (All ages are as of January 1st  2023).
  • Pro divisions will have an entry fee of $150.
  • Pro Men’s and Pro Women’s riders must hold a current WWA Pro Membership.
  • Your video must show one unedited, 4 trick line in 30-40 seconds shot from the towboat.
  • Please refrain from having music in your video.
  • The rider must remain in the frame throughout the duration of the video.
  • Videos may be shot horizontal or in Reels vertical format.
  • There are no minimum video resolution restrictions, but all tricks, including grabs, must be seen clearly in order to be judged properly.
  • You will not be judged on the quality of your video production, but on your tricks according to the current WWA judging criteria, which can be found HERE.

HOW TO ENTER

  • Download the WWA Rideline App (available FREE on iOS, Android and Google devices) and create an account.
  • Register for the event under the events tab. There is no rider cap for the Masters LCQ.
  • Record your unedited 4 trick, 30-40 second competition pass.
  • You have until April 15th, 2023 to complete your video so take as many attempts as you need to perfect your pass.
  • Upload your video to your Instagram feed and tag @TheWWA and #MastersWakeLCQ

Assumption of Risk: All participants hereby agree that they are ASSUMING THE RISK and that WWA has no responsibility for any injury in consequence of training for or developing their passes.  

There is a minimum of one spot per division available for each division. In the event that any other spots are available after invites are confirmed, more riders will qualify into the event via the LCQ.



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Thursday, 2 February 2023

Registration NOW OPEN for 2023 Nautique U.S. Regattas

The Nautique Regattas are an exclusive experience tailored specifically for Nautique boat owners. Throughout the weekend, owners can participate in educational sessions, tie up lines, a GromFest for the kids to show off their skills, a weekend long Poker Run, evening themed banquets, and giveaways from the top brands in the industry that are associated with Nautique. One of the most sought-after aspects of the weekend is the ability for owners to schedule a private demo with a Nautique Team athlete, either on their boat or while demoing the newest in the Nautique lineup.  

2023 Nautique Regatta Schedule: 
 Nautique South Central Regatta 
June 9-11, 2023
Hilton Rockwall
Lake Ray Hubbard, Rockwall, TX
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION & HOTEL INFORMATION
 Nautique Southeast Regatta June 23-25, 2023
Lanier Legacy Lodge/Lanier Islands
Lake Lanier, Buford, GA
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION & HOTEL INFORMATION
Nautique Southwest Regatta
September 22-24, 2023
Nautical Beachfront Resort
Lake Havasu, Lake Havasu City, AZ
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION & HOTEL INFORMATION
 *The Regattas are free to attend for Nautique boat owners and guests, and includes a complimentary boat slip at the marina (while they last). Attendees will need to pay for their own accommodations and trailer parking during the event. 


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Wednesday, 1 February 2023

2023 Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships Presented by GM Marine to Head to Terminus Wake Park 

(February 1st, 2023)–  The World Wake Association (WWA) and Nautique Boat Company announce the 2023 Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships presented by GM Marine will head to Terminus Wake Park in Cartersville, GA October 5th-8th.  This action-packed event will feature the top professional wake park riders in the world along with all WWA amateur divisions competing in both Features Only and Traditional Cable disciplines.  

Photo: Max Blakesburg

The Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships event will serve as the final stop of the 2023 WWA Wake Park Points Chase Series. Each season, wake parks across the U.S. host a local series of events to qualify riders to compete for team and individual national titles. Amateur riders must place within the top of their division through their local wake park series to qualify. 
 
“I am extremely excited to be heading to Terminus Wake Park for this years Nationals.” shared John Dreiling, Director of Wake Park Operations, “Anyone who has been to this park can attest how great of a location Terminus is with the many amenities it provides for a major wake park event. With Two full sized cables slammed with features, numerous activities for the whole family nearby, and accommodation over looking the lakes this location will make for an incredible rider experience.”

Photo: Chase Andrews

“Terminus Wake Park is excited to host the WWA Wake Park Nationals in 2023! It is at our core to both grow the sport and push it forward, and we believe that it is events like this that do just that! It has been since 2015 that we last hosted Nationals and we are honored to have it return. Our team is excited to create the best course and environment designed FOR the riders and spectators. Start practicing – we want to see you at Nationals! “

Each year this event sets the bar for wake park competition worldwide bringing together the nation’s top amateurs along with an international field of elite pro riders in a family-friendly environment that pushes the sport and inspires the next generation. 

WHAT:   2023  Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships presented by GM Marine

WHEN:  October 5- 8, 2023

WHERE: Terminus Wake Park, Cartersville, GA

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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 15,000 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the sport’s best interests, 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.

About Nautique Boat Company:
Nautique is celebrating its 97th 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



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