The Kwinana skatepark was buzzing with energy and talent as competitors from across the region gathered for Round 2 of the South Metro Ride and Roll Skatepark Series. This series comes as a combined effort from City of Mandurah, Kwinana, Cockburn and Rockingham. This event saw a good turnout of participants across scooter, skateboard, BMX, and rollerskate. A special thanks to the City of Kwinana for their massive support, making this event possible and providing a platform for riders of all ages and skill levels to showcase their talents.
In the Scooter 10-13 Years category, Jonathan Maiwald took the top spot, followed by Eli Stokes in second place and Keon Himiona in third. Hayden Brewer clinched first place in the Scooter 14-17 Years division. The Scooter Open category was fiercely contested, with Brazilian shredder Ian Tsuzuki Botta emerging victorious over the local heavy hitters Jeremy Clowry and Reef Morrison..
The Skateboard 14-17 Years division had young Miles Harding take first place with his impressive spine skills and ledge grinds. Ollie Hughes rolled into second. In the Skateboard Open category, Ian Tsuzuki Botta represented another discipline, showcasing his versatility.
BMX action was equally thrilling, with Zack Ballantyne winning the BMX 10-13 Years category, followed by Jaxon Baker and Lachlan Mcgough in second and third. Oskar Thomas dominated the BMX 14-17 Years division showing his large range of skills, and in the BMX Open category it was an intense battle between Kody Strong and Joshua O’Neil with Kody being victorious winning by 2 points
The Rollerskate Open division showcased incredible talent, with Braeden Taylor, one of the strongest park rollerskaters in WA taking first place, followed by Sara McIntosh in second, both Bread and Sara are SOR locals who love to shred at Kwinana. Freestyle Now squad member Chloe Rose came in third place, always bringing the heat and the comradery, and Shae Mann coming in 4th, a new face in the competition who we were happy to see get involved.
The Kwinana skatepark competition was a testament to the vibrant and supportive community that thrives in these action sports. Riders of all ages and genders demonstrated remarkable skills and sportsmanship, creating an unforgettable day of competition. Thank you to everyone who participated, and a huge shout out to the City of Kwinana for making this event a reality.
Stay tuned for more exhilarating skatepark competition as Freestyle Now continues to celebrate the passion and skill of our incredible action sports community. Freestyle Now is dedicated to delivering high-energy events and inspiring communities. From thrilling stunt shows to engaging coaching sessions and well-managed competitions, we promote active and healthy lifestyles while pushing the boundaries of action sports.
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Clockwise from top left – Oscar Thomas with an X up over the Kwinana jump box, just jumping it is crazy let alone sending tricks over it. – Miles Harding airing over another huge obstacle here at Kwinana, the spine. – Ian Tsuzuki Botta doing an inward off the wedge straight to flat all the way at the front of the stairs, this trick was very gnarly to watch, definitely a highlight. – Bread Taylor with a smooth as ever front side slide. – More photos can be found on our facebook page here.
Kwinana skatepark competition – Round 2 South Metro Ride and Roll Skatepark Series – official results 10th January 2024
Scooter 10-13 Years – 1st Jonathan Maiwald, 2nd Eli Stokes, 3rd Keon Himiona, 4th Lochlan Yeats, 5th Gnarti Bar, 6th Macca Gregson. 7th Zachariah Sein Cho
Scooter 14-17 Years – 1st Hayden Brewer, 2nd josh Schnierer, 3rd Jack Brown, 4th Shaun Tateishi, 5th Rory Tognetti, 6th Tyrelle Sein Cho
Scooter Open – 1st Ian Tsuzuki Botta, 2nd Jeremy Clowry, 3rd Reef Morrison
Skate 14-17 Years – 1st Miles Harding, 2nd Ollie Hughes, 3rd Matthew Bolton, 4th Terry Rivers
Skate Open – 1st Ian Tsuzuki Botta
BMX 10-13 Years – 1st Zack Ballantyne, 2nd Jaxon Baker, 3rd Lachlan Mcgough, 4th Ezekiel Sein Cho, 5th Declan Green
BMX 14 – 17 Years – 1st Oskar Thomas, 2nd Matthew Malekin
BMX Open – 1st Kody Strong, 2nd Joshua O’Neil
Roller Skate Open – 1st Braeden Taylor, 2nd Sara McIntosh, 3rd Chloe Rose, 4th Shae Mann
