The picturesque town of Toodyay came alive in August as Freestyle Now hosted an exhilarating skatepark competition, coinciding with the Toodyay International Food Festival and the 50th Anniversary of the Avon Descent. This exciting event brought together athletes from various disciplines, including skateboarders, scooter riders, BMX enthusiasts, rollerskaters, and marked the first Inline skate division at a Freestyle Now competition introducing a new dimension to skatepark competitions.
Clockwise direction from top left – Adam Puffler taking the win in open scooters. – Hayley Williams getting some bowl action with a hand plant. – Chloe Pizzuto carving it up and getting some nice air. – Jack Carwadine dropping jaws with a wicked bar twist.
Set against the backdrop of the Toodyay International Food Festival and the 50th Anniversary of the Avon Descent, the skatepark competition added an extra layer of excitement to the festivities. Spectators were treated to a thrilling display of action sports prowess as riders showcased their skills on wheels, delighting the crowd and leaving them in awe. Despite the cold weather, participants gave it their all, showcasing incredible talent. Scooter riders pushed the boundaries, sending backflips that thrilled the audience with their daring maneuvers. Skateboarders had their moment to shine, demonstrating their technical finesse and style as they confidently showed off their grinds in the Toodyay bowl. BMX riders took the competition to new heights, especially in the open class, where they wowed spectators with gravity-defying flairs and spins that left the crowd gasping in amazement. Roller skaters exhibited their expertise, gracefully carving through the bowl with a blend of skill and style that showcased their mastery of the park’s features. Inline skaters showed off their fancy footwork with some amazing grinds, stalls and rail work. The level of crowd engagement was remarkable, with cheers and applause echoing throughout the competition. The spectators’ enthusiasm added an extra layer of energy to the event, creating a vibrant atmosphere that encouraged the athletes to perform their best. Competitors traveled from various locations to be part of this thrilling event, showcasing the widespread appeal of action sports and the passion of the participants. For many, this was the first competition in several years in Toodyay, making the event even more special.
Freestyle Now extends its heartfelt appreciation to all participants, spectators, and supporters for their contribution in making the Toodyay skatepark competition a resounding success. The event would not have been possible without the support of the local community and the dedication of the athletes. Special thanks to the Shire of Toodyay for making this spectacular competition go down. The Toodyay skatepark competition marked a memorable celebration of action sports, where riders from different disciplines came together to showcase their talents and create lasting memories. Freestyle Now looks forward to hosting more exhilarating events that continue to unite and inspire the action sports community. Be sure to check our coming events page for more information on future competitions and other events and you can also look back on all of the past competitions on the past competition page here. Stay connected with us on our Facebook and Instagram social media channels to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries please contact us directly for your next event.
Clockwise direction from top left – Jacob hitting the rail in Freestyle Now’s first inline division at a skatepark competition. – Jayce Blakers taking home 1st place in BMX intermediate with an awesome backflip out of the bowl. – Adam Pacynko earning first place in skateboard opens after getting a clean board slide on the rail. – Jaxon Baker showing off his control on the bike with some air into the bank. – More photos can be found on our Facebook page here.
Toodyay Skatepark Competition official results – 12th August 2023
Scooter beginner – 1st Jaxon Baker, 2nd Riley Hawke, 3rd Calais Blakers, 4th, Lucus Grant
Scooter intermediate – 1st Jayce Blakers, 2nd Luke Singleton, 3rd Oisin Hunt, 4th Rhyder Howard, 5th, Lucus O’Doherty
Scooter open – 1st Adam Puffler, 2nd Corey Van Dam, 3rd Luke Donovan, 4th Hayden Brewer, 5th Nathan Jones
Inline open – 1st Petre Ion Gruescu, 2nd Jacob, 3rd Breyden Daniele, 4th Harrison Ollier
Rollerskate beginner – 1st Madi Fabre, 2nd Charlotte Mullaly, 3rd Tasanee Vine
Rollerskate open – 1st Sasha Berg, 2nd Chloe Pizzuto
Skateboard beginner – 1st Ariki Southorn, 2nd Eva O’Driscoll, 3rd Koen White
Skateboard intermediate – 1st Hayley Williams, 2nd Zara Jones, 3rd Maddison Brown, 4th Kale Treloar, 5th Peter W Youngson, 6th Lalita Perroni, 7th Dusty O’Brien
Skateboard open – 1st Adam Pacynko, 2nd Yuuki Yasumura, 3rd Locky O’Brien, 4th James Rixon, 5th Jackson Trezise, 6th Emily Palmer
BMX beginner – 1st Samuel Evans, 2nd William Young, 3rd Jaxon Baker, 4th Zack Ballantyne, 5th Calais Blakers, 6th Thomas Buchauer, 7th Aramintan Depiazzi
BMX intermediate – 1st Jayce Blackers, 2nd Hayden Brewer
BMX open – 1st Christian Powell, 2nd Jack Carwadine, 3rd Roman Depiazzi, 4th Ryan Aquilina
