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High Energy, Big Tricks, and Unforgettable Moments at the Bassendean Skatepark Competition

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The Bassendean Skatepark Competition brought the energy from start to finish, with blue skies, a solid crowd, and an epic day of action sports. Regulars rolled in early, setting up gazebos and camp chairs, ready for a full day of riding, cheering, and good times. Huge shoutout to the Town of Bassendean for the ongoing support and to every rider, skater, and spectator who made the day what it was one to remember!

Scooters kicked things off, and the level of riding was next-level. In the beginner division, James Deyonker took the win with a super clean, dialed run. Tighe Sterpini followed up in 2nd with solid, consistent tricks, and Bailey Popkes rounded out the top three in 3rd with a strong and determined ride. The intermediate comp was stacked, but it was Jayce Blakers who stole the show, stomping a massive backflip that had the crowd going wild and securing another 1st place. Flynn Read locked in 2nd with a run full of style and energy, while Archie Edwards snagged 3rd, showing off his steady progression. The open division was all about technical mastery, with Joshua O’Neil taking 1st place thanks to a seriously well-put-together run. Brandon Black came through in 2nd with smooth execution, proving once again why he’s a consistent podium finisher.

All of our awesome scooter competitors from Beginner, Intermediate and Open. The camaraderie and good vibes these guys bought was unmatched and their skill and talent was a wicked watch. Pictured above in no particular order – James Deyonker, Tighe Sterpini, Bailey Popkes, Flynn Deyonker,  Logan Knibbs, Jet Donald, Calais Blakers, Archie Johnson, Bojackson Lane, Jayce Blakers, Flynn Read, Archie Edwards, Kodi Weston, Spencer Park, Joshua O’Neil and Brandon Black. – For more photos from this event find the facebook album here

Next up, skateboarding took over, bringing creativity, style, and some serious talent to the park. In the beginner division, Etta Johnston had a dream debut, taking 1st place in her first-ever competition. With her whole family there cheering her on, she showed just how much fun skateboarding is all about. Jaimie Ogley held it down for 2nd place, throwing down some big tricks before an unfortunate ankle injury, sending her all the good vibes for a speedy recovery! Ava Knibbs rounded out the top three in 3rd with a smooth and stylish run. The open division had some real heavy hitters. Reggo Pain claimed 1st with his out-of-the-box tricks that kept everyone guessing. Brendan Johnston, Etta’s dad, backed up the family name in 2nd place, proving that skateboarding talent definitely runs in the blood. Thomas Agius came through with a clean and composed performance to take 3rd.

Clockwise from top left – Freestyle Now team rider, Jayce Blakers throwing a massive flare that he has been fighting to land in competition recently, today was the day. – Jaimie Ogley with an impressive ollie to flat, this trick did unfortunately leave her injured but it didn’t stop her from getting back up and giving it another try! – Ryan Aquilina showing off a seamless no-hander and making great use of the park with power and precision. – BMX Open first place getter, Connor Riley who has started popping up at few more recent competitions, in the middle of a wicked tailwhip transfer out of transition and onto the bank right in front of the judges. – For more photos from this event find the facebook album here

Wrapping up the day, BMX brought the heat with some insane riding. The beginner division saw Gavin Penny take 1st place with a solid, well-rounded run. Garnet Rock was right behind him in 2nd, launching a massive air out of the small quarter, a favorite spot for the BMX riders. Salva Hogan took 3rd with a strong and consistent ride. In intermediate, Jake Whelan powered through to 1st place with a precise, dialed run. Jayce Blakers kept the energy high in 2nd, throwing a huge backflip attempt that had the crowd on edge. Timothy Pearson came in 3rd with a clean and controlled run. But it was the open BMX division that really had everyone on their feet. Connor Riley came out of nowhere with a run that hit like a machine gun, trick after trick, back-to-back, each one more impressive than the last. His trick list was impressive, tailwhips, 540s, foot jams, 720, he was in full radness mode, securing 1st place in style. It was great to see the progression of Archie Welten and his 2nd place. Smooth 540’s and barspin fakies were just some of his highlights. Western Australian BMX legend Ryan Aquilina rounded out the podium in 3rd, bringing his usual creativity and power to the mix.

The Bassendean Skatepark Competition was all about progression, community, and pushing limits. From first-time competitors like Etta to seasoned riders throwing down massive tricks like Ryan, the stoke was high, and the talent was unreal. Huge thanks again to everyone who came down, we can’t wait to do it all over again soon!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Bassendean Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 22nd March 2025

Scooter beginner – 1st James Deyonker, 2nd Tighe Sterpini, Bailey Popkes, 4th Flynn Deyonker, 5th Logan Knibbs, 6th Jet Donald, 7th Calais Blakers, 8th Archie Johnson, 9th Bojackson Lane
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Jayce Blakers, 2nd Flynn Read, 3rd Archie Edwards, 4th Kodi Weston, 5th Spencer Park
Scooter Open – 1st Joshua O’Neil, 2nd Brandon Black
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Etta Johnston, 2nd Jaimie Ogley, 3rd Ava Knibbs, 4th Logan Carter, 5th Craig Johnson
Skateboard Open – 1st Reggo Pain, 2nd Brendan Johnston, 3rd Thomas Agius, 4th Geoff Knibbs
BMX Beginners – 1st Gavin Penny, 2nd Garnet Rock, 3rd Salva Hogan, 4th Calais Blakers, 5th Logan Knibbs, 6th Archie Johnson, 7th Bojackson Lane
BMX Intermediate – 1st Jake Welhan, 2nd Jayce Blakers, 3rd Timothy Pearson
BMX Open – 1st Connor Riley, 2nd Archie Welten, 3rd Ryan Aquilina, 4th Joshua O’Neil

 

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Action Sports Games 2025 Two Days of Pure Action, Progression and Stoke

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The 2025 Action Sports Games Skatepark Competition was our largest to date with close to 100 competitors across inline, rollerskate, skateboard, scooter and BMX divisions. Tim Thirsk, Action Sports Games Director, said that across the board this was the largest and most successful event they’ve had in many years. We were stoked to have great weather conditions and awesome participation from the crowds. Families set up their gazebos and camp chairs and settled in for full days of action sports madness. Our youngest competitor was 5 years old and our oldest was 42, showcasing that fun in the skatepark is for everyone and anyone who wants to get amongst it. 

We kicked off the weekend with the inline and rollerskate competitions. Freestyle Now has been working with the community to build up these two disciplines over the last few years. We had quite a few riders unable to participate this year due to sports injury and illness so the numbers were a little short. We forged ahead as we know that the presence of both inline and rollerskate is essential to the diversity and inclusion that Freestyle Now aims to uphold. Seeing these competitors in the spotlight was an awesome start to our action packed weekend. Kicking things off was Tahn Crawford who held it down for the inline scene in Perth, Tahn came all the way down to Mandruah from the Perth metro where he later had to travel back for a full day of work, his determination to be involved and excitement definitely shone through in his riding, securing him 1st place. We saw an amazing show of talent for Chloe Rose in the rollerskate open division, no matter what lines Chloe is pulling together, we can guarantee there will always be a trick in there the crowds have never seen, keeping it fresh and creative every time and this time, coming away in 1st. 

From left to right – A wicked display of fresh skill from inline competition newcomer, Tahn Crawford. Tahn made the effort to rush down and compete before a full day of work, talk about commitment. – Team rider Chloe Rose always brings so much originality to their runs in competitions, and check out the matching toe stops and helmet, style killer! For the full album from this event please head to our facebook here

Saturday afternoon was the start of an epic skateboarding competition. The skateboard competition followed the format from previous years, small bowl round and big bowl round, but for 2025 we brought it together over just one day instead of over the two days. Who can skate the best in both bowls would be the 2025 Action Sports Games champion. The small bowl round was first with each competitor having two runs with their best run counting. By 4pm it was time to move up to the big bowl and run through the whole competition format again, 2 runs with best run counting. The best run from the small bowl and best run from the big bowl are added together to form the final score. The top 3 in both open divisions were sharing in $2000 with a plethora of prizes for all from Folklore skateboards, Star Surf and Skate, Modus bearing and the 4 Skateboard company.

Skateboard 9 and under mens was our largest division of the skateboard component of the competition, with a whopping 11 competitors. Young Levi Pagdanganan came out on top, skating like a bird of prey, focused, fast, and unstoppable. At each event Levi attends, we see huge progression and determination from him, we know the future is bright for Levi. Harrison Campbell Hicks and Elliott Hanly came through in second and third, Harrison took second place over Elliot. Elliot’s skills were radder in the small bowl, where his scores were on top but Harrison’s, but Harrison brought the goods in the big bowl and came away 6 points ahead. Special mention to the Howes brothers, Arie and Davie who have been making waves of their own and progressing along massively each time we see them compete. Just one year ago at Action Sports Games 2024 we saw Davie Howes compete in his very first skateboard competition, reflecting on this and the progress he has made is absolutely wild. If he can achieve such huge progression in just one year we can’t wait to see what he does in the next. Under 9 Womens saw the Harrington sisters, Scarlette and Opal battle it out for the top spot. Scarlette came out on top by a massive 10 points. These young sisters are like a pair of turbo-charged roller rockets—zooming around the skatepark, hyping up their friends, and causing just the right amount of chaos and we are here for it. Ellie Stathaki came in third place, Ellie is beginning to be a familiar face at our competitions and we are stoked to see her making moves in the community. Under 16 Mens was nothing short of amazing with 10 year old Margaret River local Jake Turnbull at the top of the leaderboard. Jake skated with the precision of a surgeon performing a delicate operation, he didn’t miss a beat. Oscar Blackburne followed closely behind, with a big bowl score just 2 points away, making it a tight competition and showcasing Oscars raw talent in a larger transition. In this competition format it really showcased which skaters have a diverse bag of tricks on both small and large transitions.  Max James rounded out the podium taking out third place with a wicked run in both the small and large bowls. Under 16 Womens saw some familiar faces with Madison Brown taking the top spot, it was great to see her at this competition and we hope to see more of her skating in the future. Hayley Norris came in second and 1.33 points behind her was Isla Curry. These ladies really threw it down and made the under 16 women’s division wicked to witness.

Clockwise from top left – Levi Pagdanganan, under 9 mens skateboard champion, steaming through the big bowl with a seamless 50/50, grabbing the attention of spectators and inspiring other young kids watching on. – Under 9 women’s skateboard champion, Scarlett Harrington getting major air over the box jump in the small bowl section. – Maddison Brown, the 16 and under women’s champion hitting that same popular spot in the small bowl, focus and determination written across her face. – Jake Turnbull, tweaking his blunt stall with a judo kick. Originality definitely catches the judges attention, resulting in Jake coming out on top in the men’s under 16 division. – For the full album from this event please head to our facebook here

Up next was the skateboard Masters, where the tricks are still big, the stoke is still high, and the recovery time is just a little longer. On top we saw Matt Brazier who has been to quite a few of our competitions, Matt put down some really technical tricks, showing off his balancing skill with lengthy nose manuals. This technical skill scored him 1st place with Jesse Harrington following 3 points behind, the Harrington family really showed up and went hard at the Mandurah Action Sports Games, Jesse is the father of young Opal and Scarlette Harrington. Jesse pulled through with a seamless handplant in the large bowl section, there’s no doubt in our minds that he’s still got it. Last but certainly not least in 3rd place we had Geoff Knibbs, another father of a younger shredders, Bmxer Logan and skater Ava. We are stoked families come down to our events and compete as a unit, showcasing that action sports fun is not defined by age. 

Clockwise from top left – Masters champion, Matthew Brazier hitting the extension with style and steeze while his competitor, Geoff Knibbs gets ready for his run in the background. – Gogo Dale, open women’s competitor showing off her skill in the vert with an amazing backside air. – Hairley Roberts, open women’s runner up making great use of the extension and hitting a flawless blunt to fakie. – Cruz Evans, open mens runner up showing us just how high the level of riding was in the open division. – For the full album from this event please head to our facebook here.

In the Skateboard Open Mens division we saw the Evans brothers battle it out once again, the youngest of the three, Zen Evans came out on top. We are getting De Ja Vu from last year’s competition, where Zen also came out as the 1st place winner. In second was his brother, Cruz Evans. These guys produce high airs and very tweaked tricks. The precision in their skating does not go unnoticed by the judges and they’re always a joy to watch for the crowd. In 3rd place was competition up and comer James Rixom. You can usually catch James skating vert so it’s no surprise he killed his run in the large bowl section. In the Skateboard Open Womens we saw none other than Skate Prodigy of Perth, Mia Kretzer. Mia has taken the world by storm competing in various vert competitions around the world including X Games and Jackalope Fest, we feel privileged to see her come out victorious in her own home city. Some of the tricks that were sent were 540, kickflip disasters and the ever so rad McTwist.  Hayley Roberts charged through with second place. Hayley is another person who thrives on vert skating so it’s no surprise her second run in the big bowl was absolutely seamless, handplants, smith grinds, stalefish, backside airs and airing over the volcano. We are keen to see what the future has in store for this talented skater. 3rd place getter was Gogo Dale who travelled all the way up from Margaret River, her home park has plenty of vert to practice on so Gogo was no stranger to the vert walls of the big bowl. Her runs were so fun to watch and we hope to see her climbing the ladder at this event next year. 

Zen Evans grabs the crowd’s attention, flying high over the spine in the large bowl in front of a picturesque sunset to end day 1 of the Mandurah Action Sports Games 2025. For the full album from this event please head to our facebook here

Mia Kretzer captured the attention of the whole crowd as day 1 came to an end, showcasing a Mc Twist, a new trick under her belt this year. For the full album from this event please head to our facebook here

Day 2 of the Mandurah Action Sports Games skatepark competitions saw some of the best scooter and BMX talent across WA come together to showcase their skill, cheer on their mates and have a wicked day down on the water in Mandurah. The Scooter and BMX competition zone consisted of the small bowl and the street section. We gave this format another go, we did a few years ago but not sure if we would run with this format again as most competitors just stayed focused in the small bowl. Both divisions ran with the same format, two runs with both runs added together to form the final score. 

We started the day with the scooter competition and it was an unforgettable event. Each rider had two 60 second runs with both runs being added together to form the final score. It’s always wicked to see so much young talent in our competitions, we had 24 competitors across all scooter divisions and 9 of them were in the beginner section. With this much young talent coming through it makes us excited for the future of scooter riding in Perth and we are stoked to be involved with bolstering the community and providing a space to showcase their talent. Brock Look came out on top in the scooter beginner section, he kept it cool, calm and collected which is key for executing a clean line in a competition. James Deyonker took second place, missing out by only 1.33 points and Bailey Popkes followed very closely, 2 points behind. Shout out to Nuia Waikari, a local Mandurah rider who came down to join in on the radness. In intermediate we saw Rhyder Howard take out the top spot, deservingly. Rhyder has some huge overhead tricks for his division and we have no doubt he will be moving up into the open division in the near future. Cruz West and Lachlan Yeats followed in second and third, an extremely close podium with these two less than 1 point away from the top spot. Shout out to Kodi Weston who made great use of the whole course and used the street section more than any other competitor. Into the Open section we saw a fierce show down between not only competitors but friends as well as they completed for the chance to share the $1000 prie money. The camaraderie was definitely there and we are sure it impacted the riders and the runs they came up with. Mitchell Bacon took 1st place with two incredible runs, coming out a massive 11.34 points above the rest, Rufus McFarlane and Adam Pufler followed closely behind just 2 points between them both. Adam had a killer first run but in his second run couldn’t hold it together and had a few inconsistencies, later saying it was the gopro on his helmet that put him off. All three of these talented riders showed their best tricks using the box jump in the middle of the small bowl, huge backflip variations, including stanley flips, switch flips and flares. It was wicked for the crowd and inspiring for the other riders in this division.

Mitchell Bacon, the open scooter champion. You can see why, he was whipping tricks out like the stanley flip you see above all throughout his line. Keeping the quality of riding high and nailing consistency to come away with the top spot. For the full album from this event please head to our facebook here

Clockwise from top left – Brock Look, determined as ever, focused in on the tailwhip that could have been a make or break for the 1st place win he took in beginner BMX. – 1st place in scooter intermediate, Rhyder Howard capturing the gaze of the whole crowd as he airs up, over coping into a rewind. – Rufus McFarlane setting the bar in the open division, showing off a flare whip on the quarter in front of all his competitors and coming away with 2nd place. – Brandon Black keeping it original with a bar twist 180. – For the full album from this event please head to our facebook here

To finish up the Action Sports Games it was the BMX competition, what an end to this weekend of fun it was. BMX beginners was our largest group of the day with a massive thirteen competitors. Because it was such a large group we split it into two heats in preparation for a final with the top 4. After all riders had their two runs, we had a tie for 4th place, between Trey Thomas and Salva Hogan, bringing them both over to the finals. Trey Thomas then surprised us all and came 1st in the finals, climbing the ladder from his qualifier spot of tied 4th. We want to note that if Salva had gotten even .01 of a score above him, Trey wouldn’t have qualified for the finals at all, making it a huge win for him. Rhys Sockett who qualified in first came through with second in the finals and he rode consistently to earn him this spot. 3rd place was BMX up and comer Garnet Rock who has been seen at every Freestyle Now competition in the last few months. Garnet qualified 3rd and he came 3rd in the finals keeping it consistent across the day. We have to give a huge shoutout to Illay Godfrey, although he didn’t qualify for the finals he came straight to the competition from his surf life saving club where he had just been awarded club champion, straight into the BMX comp after competing in the skate under 16 men’s division the day before. Huge weekend for this kid.

Clockwise from top left – Ilay Godfey showing off what could be the biggest no footer (respective to his size) we have seen to date. – Trey Thomas 360ing his way to an equal fourth in the qualifying round but taking the win in the finals, climbing up the ladder. – Jacob Roughton, winner of the BMX intermediates showing off his technical skills by throwing a truck driver. – Open BMX winner Jay Roadley tyre sliding his way to the top. – For the full album from this event please head to our facebook here

In the Intermediate division we saw some familiar faces up on the podium. Jacob Roughton came out on top in first place, whipping out his first ever backflip in competition, he was the first competitor to have his run so this definitely set the standard for the whole division. Jacob won himself a new frame from Fiend BMX and is now moving up to the open class. Following in second place was Charlie Hill, who looked extremely fresh in his brand new full face helmet, Charlie must have had some added confidence from this new addition because his run was on point. It’s great to see Charlie throwing down some awesome Xups as well. Liam Rhoades impressed us with his clear progression, we have been watching his riding improve through different competitions up until this point and it’s awesome to see him standing on the podium. Onto our final event of this huge weekend of action sports, BMX Opens, with a prize purse of $1000. The calibre of riding in this division was very entertaining to watch and the 5 riders who entered really put on an action packed show with alleyoop flares, backflips, no handers, tailwhips and footjams to name a few of their tricks. Coming out on top was Jay Rhoadley, his lines were consistent and full of power. Showing off out of the box tricks like the Alleyoop air its no surprise he came in 1st place. In 2nd we saw Josh Dunstan who also had some original tricks in his bag. Josh threw down some classics like foot jams and tuck no handers but a wild trick we loved to see was the opposite front peg grab. You just don’t see many people doing this variation of trick. 3rd place saw Jack Carwadine, Freestyle Now’s own team member. Jack had so much fun with his lines and came through with a flip to fakie! Such a tough one to execute so to see it done and in person, no less, is an absolute treat. Special mention to our other two open competitors, Louis Johnstone and Joshua O’Neil these two brought the heat in their riding and the good vibes in all their interactions with competitors. Hopefully we can see them climb the ladder next year. 

The judges and spectators look up to Josh Dunstan who came away with 2nd place in the BMX Open, flying high showing us all how a tuck no hander should be done. For the full album from this event please head to our facebook here

Huge shoutout to all the sponsors,  Colony, Fiend, Grit, Core, Crisp, Modus, The 4 Skate Co, Folklore, Lucky Skates, Old Sckool Baby, Star surf and skate who made this event possible for 2025. And of course, to every rider, family member, and fan who brought the good vibes and helped make this massive two-day event unforgettable. This year was packed with action and talent across every discipline and all divisions—from under-9s and beginners through to masters and opens. All 93 competitors brought a new level of progression, skill, and fun. Without that, there wouldn’t have been an event. We can’t wait to see how high the level goes next year when we go even bigger. Until next time, keep riding, keep progressing, and we’ll see you at the next one!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Action Sports Games 2025 Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 15th & 16th of March 

Rollerskate Open – 1st Chloe Pizzuto 
Inline Open – 1st Tahn Crawford 
Skateboard 9 Years and Under Mens  – 1st Levi Pagdanganan, 2nd Harrison Campbell-Hicks, 3rd Elliott Hanly, 4th Davie Howes, 5th Kai Radicion, 6th Kai James, 7th Kobi Roya, 8th Arie Howes, 9th Taj Whitney, 10th Mack Powell, 11th Ivar Alexander
Skateboard 9 Years and Under Womens – 1st Scarlett Harrington, 2nd Opal Harrington, 3th Ellie Stathaki, 4th Maddison Campbell-Hicks
Skateboard 16 Years and Under Mens – 1st Jake Turnbull, 2nd Oscar Blackburn, 3rd Max James, 4th Onyx Black, 5th Kasper Godfrey, 6th Ilay Godfrey
Skateboard 16 Years and Under Womens – 1st Madison Brown, 2nd Hayley Norris, 3rd Isla Currey, 4th Eva O’Driscoll, 5th Eva Whitney, 6th Sophia Stahlhut
Skateboard Masters – 1st Matt Brazier, 2nd Jesse Harrington, 3rd Geoff Knibbs
Skateboard Open Mens  – 1st Zen Evans, 2nd Cruz Evans, 3rd James Rixom, 4th Vai Evans, 5th Brendon Cross, 6th Jake Smith, 7th Curtis Morthorpe, 8th Reggo Pain, 9th Thomas Agius
Skateboard Open Womens – 1st Mia Kretzer, 2nd Hailee Roberts, 3rd Gogo Dale
Scooter Beginner– 1st Brock Look, 2nd James Deyonker, 3rd Bailey Popkes, 4th Taj Driessen, 5th Flynn Deyonker, 6th Braydon Ford, 7th Denzel Baxter, 8th Archie Johnson, 9th Nuia Waikari
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Rhyder Howard, 2nd Cruz West, 3rd Lochlan Yeats, 4th Ljey Whitton, 5th Kodi Weston, 6th Flynn Read, 7th Oscar Hosey
Scooter Open – 1st Mitchell Bacon, 2nd Rufus Macfarlane-Brewer, 3rd Adam Puffler, 4th Nathan Jones, 5th Rory Allison, 6th Zac Moore, 7th Casey Donohoe, 8th Brandon Black
BMX Beginners – 1st Trey Thomas, 2nd Rhys Sockett, 3rd Garnet Rock, 4th Danny Wieman, 5th Salva Hogan, 6th Ilay Godfrey, 7th Levi Stokes, 8th Ziggy Ellis, 9th Liam Sockett, 10th Logan Knibbs, 11th David Donald, 12th Jax Baker, 13th Oliver Smith
BMX Intermediate – 1st Jacob Roughton, 2nd Charlie Hill, 3rd Liam Rhodes, 4th Thomas Hollingworth, 5th Evan Collins
BMX Open – 1st Jay Roadley, 2nd Josh Dunstan, 5th Jack Carwardine, 4th Louis Johnstone, 5th Joshua O’Neil

 

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Bayswater skatepark brings all the radness into one large competition 

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The Bayswater skatepark competition brought out some of the best action sports talent, making it one of the biggest comps we’ve hosted! The Bayswater competition included inline, rollerskate, scooter, skateboard and BMX with all participants pushing their limits, the energy was high, and the level of skill was next level.

Clockwise from top left – Team rider, Sasha Berg with a locked 50/50 grind right infront of the judges table. – Jax Lindsey getting some serious air time. – Connor Riley with a classic trick, foot jammin. – Davie Howes powering through an ollie down the 4 stair. To see the full album from this day, head to our facebok page here.

It was awesome to see rollerskate and inline well-represented at this event! In roller skate open, Sasha Berg took the win despite a tough break in her first run, where she unfortunately took a heavy fall on a 360 gap landing but had enough tricks through their run to earn them the first place. Larissa Hendry followed in 2nd. The inline open division saw Ariana Waters throwing down, taking 1st place with an insane front flip over the first jump box. Tahn Crawford and Sophia Machado rounded out the podium in 2nd and 3rd.

The scooter divisions were packed with talent. In the beginner category, Archie Edwards claimed the top spot with a well-rounded run, while Flynn Deyonker and Bailey Popkes followed in 2nd and 3rd. Chevy Smaller turned heads in the intermediate class with his fearless bin jump, but it was Luke Denison who took 1st place with smooth, controlled riding. Dean Morrison and Jayce Blakers rounded out the podium. Speaking of Jayce, his bomb drop off the vert ramp into the bank had everyone hyped! The scooter open division was stacked, with Rufus Macfarlane-Brewer putting down two killer runs to take the win. Jax Lindsay came in 2nd, while Marcus Dunlop secured 3rd. A highlight from the open riders was Dylan Mestrovich’s impressive double inward on the huge 14ft halfpipe, solidifying his place among the best.

Clockwise from top left – Ariana Waters showcasing how comfortable they are in the air. – Team rider Jayce Blakers getting some serious air time. – Elliott Hanly floating over the box jump with ease. – Bianca Martin kitting a flowy table top as she powers around the bowl. To see the full album from this day, head to our facebok page here.

The skateboard beginner division saw Eva O’Driscoll dominate the park for 1st place, with Toby Godkin and Ellie Stathakis following closely. In intermediate, Elliott Hanly was phenomenal, earning 1st place with next-level board control. Davie Howes and Liam Davie came in 2nd and 3rd, with Liam making great use of the spine and powering around the bowl. The skate open division was all about Reggo Pain, who took 1st with stylish and diverse trickery, using the park in ways others wouldn’t think of. Thomas Agius landed in 2nd, while Geoff Knibbs rounded out the podium in 3rd, on his birthday no less! Happy birthday Geoff. 

The BMX beginner division was a tight battle, with Ziggy Ellis taking 1st with huge airs, followed by Levi Stokes and Logan Knibbs. Garnet Rock continued his strong competition streak with another solid performance. In BMX intermediate, Bianca Martin stole the show, claiming 1st place with a bold trick selection, including a tailwhip on the halfpipe, she unfortunately came crashing down on a tail whip over the first box but still took the win. Jayce Blakers finished 2nd, and Jake Whelan, finally returning from injury, secured 3rd. The BMX open class saw Jack Carwardine put down an incredible second run, utilizing the whole park and landing tricks effortlessly to claim 1st place. Connor Riley took 2nd, while Joshua O’Neil locked in 3rd. A special mention goes to Ryan “Aquaman” Aquilina, whose superman seat grab now officially renamed the “Aquaman seat grab” had the crowd on their feet.

Pictured above is Ryan Aqualina with a massive superman seat grab, when Ryan hits this we like to coin it the “Aquaman Seat Grab” as it has become a signature of Ryan Aqualina’s.

With such an electric atmosphere and insane talent on display, this competition proved why Bayswater Skatepark continues to be a hub for action sports progression. Huge thanks to the City of Bayswater and to everyone who competed, supported, and brought the energy see you at the next one!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Bayswater Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 9th March 2025

Inline Open – 1st Ariana Waters, 2nd Tahn Crawford, 3rd Sophia Machado
Rollerskate Open – 1st Sasha Berg, 2nd Larissa Hendry
Scooter Beginner – 1st Archie Edwards, 2nd Flynn Deyonker, 3rd Bailey Popkes, 4th James Deyonker, 5th Jake Mckechnie, 6th Hardy Vitali, 7th Archie Johnson, 8th Calais Blakers
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Luke Denison, 2nd Dean Morrison, 3rd Jayce Blakers, 4th Ethan Duirs, 5th Kodi Weston, 6th Chevy smaller, 7th Key Whitton, 8th Jet Donald
Scooter Open – 1st Rufus Macfarlane-Brewer, 2nd Jax Lindsay, 3rd Marcus Dunlop Cu, 4th Judd Morrison, 5th Dylan Mestrovich, 6th Luke Matthews, 7th Brandon Black
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Eva O’Driscoll, 2nd Toby Godkin, 3rd Ellie Stathakis, 4th Nyah Gutcheon, 5th Arie Howes, 6th Logan Carter
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st Elliott Hanly, 2nd Davie Howes, 3rd Liam Davie, 4th Taj Whitney, 5th Eva Whitney
Skateboard Open – 1st Reggo Pain, 2nd Thomas Agius, 3rd Geoff Knibbs
BMX Beginners – 1st Ziggy Ellis, 2nd Levi Stokes, 3rd Logan Knibbs, 4th Lachlan Mcgough, 5th Garnet Rock, 6th Calais Blakers, 7th Max Godkin, 8th Archie Johnson
BMX Intermediate – 1st Bianca Martin, 2nd Jayce Blakers, 3rd Jake Welhan, 4th Charlie Hill, 5th Timothy Pearson, 6th Liam Rhodes, 7th Blade Coleman, 8th Thomas Hollingworth, 9th Gavin Penny
BMX Open – 1st Jack Carwardine, 2nd Connor Riley, 3rd Joshua O’Neil, 4th Ryan Aquilina, 5th Kody Strong, 6th Jakab Kovacs
 

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Community Comes Together for the Carine Skate Festival: Rad Times, Tricks and Energy

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The sun was blazing, the energy was electric, and the Carine Skate Festival brought together an epic day of riding, community, and progression! With the City of Stirling backing the event with a sausage sizzle and setting up the area for viewing comfort, the day was as much about community as it was about competition. From jaw-dropping tricks to unforgettable moments of sportsmanship, this event had it all.

Rollerskating opened the day with some serious style. Sasha Berg took 1st place, attacking the whole park with big airs and technical tweaks that had the crowd on their feet. Her fearless approach set the tone for the day. Larissa Hendry followed in 2nd, skating with a unique artistic flow that showed off her refined technique. We’re excited to see how she continues blending that artistry into more aggressive park riding.

Clockwise from top left – Sasha Berg showing off the precision in her skating, fully grabbing her rollerskate as she airs. – Flynn Deyonker getting huge air time and setting the bar as the first competitor in scooter for the day. – Garnet Rock who came away with 1st place in BMX beginner. – Kai James  floating up the euro and making great use of the park. – To see the full album of photos from this day head to our facebook page here.

The Scooter Beginner division was a battle of consistency and confidence. The Deyonker brothers made their presence known, with Flynn taking 1st place through clean execution and solid trick selection. James held it down in 3rd, while Bailey Popkes claimed 2nd with smooth lines and great use of the park. In the Intermediate division, Jayce Blakers secured 1st with yet another massive backflip—his commitment to progression is unreal. Ljey Whitton’s technical riding and Spencer Park’s fast-paced flow earned them 2nd and 3rd, respectively. In the Open division, it was all about hard work paying off. Brandon Black, a regular at nearly every comp, finally stood atop the podium with a well-deserved 1st place finish. Joshua O’Neil kept it stylish in 2nd, mixing bar twists into his run, while Dominic Berezvai’s sharp, consistent riding locked in 3rd.

The Skateboarding divisions were a showcase of raw talent and determination. In the Beginner category, Kai James didn’t hold back, sending huge gaps up the euro and stomping handplants on the 6ft quarter to take 1st. Taylor Eastman’s flow was effortless, earning her 2nd, while Eva O’Driscoll’s resilience and technical ability landed her in 3rd. The Intermediate division was one of the tightest of the day, with Tikal Weatherall edging out Max James by just 0.67 of a point—both skaters put down solid, creative runs. Izak Nowakowski followed in 3rd, bringing smooth execution and confidence. The Open division was a heavy-hitting battle, with vert specialist James Rixom proving he’s just as skilled in park riding, taking 1st with a dominant run. Zayle-Bay Straight’s unique approach to the park locked in 2nd, while Dominic Berezvai’s clean and controlled tricks secured 3rd.

Max James with a seamless melon grab over the box, Max came out in second place in the Skateboard Intermdiate division. To see the full album of photos from this competition head to our facebook page here.

The BMX divisions were a display of power, progression, and insane air time. In the Beginners division, Garnet Rock proved he’s one to watch, securing 1st place with huge airs and aggressive riding. Bodhi Bradley was right behind him in 2nd, showing off his growing confidence, while Benjamin Bodinner rounded out the podium in 3rd. In Intermediate, Jake Whelan made a strong return from injury, bringing precision and commitment to take 1st. The Open division saw an all-out showdown between some of the best riders. Kody Strong came out on top, living up to his name with a flawless, consistent run full of power moves and technical tricks. Josh O’Neil’s relentless progression and dialed-in execution earned him 2nd, while Ryan Aquilina stole the show with a massive gap over the back railing—an insane move that didn’t get him the win but definitely won the crowd’s admiration.

This competition wasn’t just about podiums—it was about pushing limits, supporting each other, and having a blast. Whether it was first-timers giving it their all or seasoned riders stepping up their game, Carine Skate Festival proved once again that action sports are as much about community as they are about competition. Huge thanks to everyone who came out and made the event one to remember!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Carine Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 8th March 2025

Scooter beginner – 1st Flynn Deyonker, 2nd Bailey Popkes, 3rd James Deyonker, 4th Archie Edwards, 5th Bodhi Bradley, 6th Archie Johnson, 7th Noah van Wyk, 8th Jonah Grund, 9th Sam Stathakis, 10th Calais Blakers, 11th Dawid Cieszynski, 12th Leon O’Driscoll, 13th Adrian Fariborzy
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Jayce Blakers, 2nd Ljey Whitton, 3rd Spencer Park, 4th Jet Donald
Scooter Open – 1st Brandon Black, 2nd Joshua O’Neil, 3rd Dominic Berezvai
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Kai James, 2nd Taylor Eastman, 3rd Eva O’Driscoll, 4th Ellie Stathakis, 5th Nyah Gutcheon, 6th Imogen Allen, 7th Bodhi Dressino, 8th Archie Johnson, 9th Thomas Lucas
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st Tikal Weatherall, 2nd Max James, 3rd Izak Nowakowski
Skateboard Open – 1st James Rixom, 2nd Zayle-Bay Straight, 3rd Dominic Berezvai, 4th Jet White
BMX Beginners – 1st Garnet Rock, 2nd Bodhi Bradley, 3rd Benjamin Bodinner, 4th Calais Blakers, 5th Noah van Wyk, 6th Archie Johnson, 7th Lucas Del’prete, 8th Hux Bradley, 9th Sam Tetlow
BMX Intermediate – 1st Jake Welhan, 2nd Jayce Blakers, 3rd Channing Brough, 4th Timothy Pearson, 5th Parker Eastman, 6th Gavin Penny, 7th Levi Heerema
BMX Open – 1st Kody Strong, 2nd Joshua O’Neil, 3rd Ryan Aquilina
Roller Skate Open – 1st Sasha Berg, 2nd Larissa Hendry
 

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Coolbellup Skatepark Competition Brings the Heat!

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The Freestyle Now competition team rolled into Coolbellup Skatepark for an epic day of BMX and scooter action. With the sun blazing and a stacked lineup of competitors, the energy was high, and the tricks were flowing. We were stoked to deliver another skatepark competition to the City of Cockburn. 

The Scooter Beginner division was a fierce battle, with Levi Hereema claiming 1st place through his confident riding and solid park use. Logan Knibbs landed 2nd, proving his skills across multiple disciplines as he also competed in BMX. Sunny Cordwell, a new face, grabbed 3rd—he was just riding at his local park when the comp kicked off, signed up on the spot, and absolutely sent it! In Scooter Intermediate, Hamish Gaze took 1st with clean, consistent lines, while Flynn Read followed in 2nd—a rider we first met at a coaching session when he was just 8 years old! Taj Driessen rounded out the podium in 3rd with a solid performance. The Scooter Open division was stacked, but Nathan “Jonesy” Jones threw down a flawless run to take 1st place. Tristan Sinclair and Dylan Mestrovich battled hard for the podium, with Tristan landing 2nd and Dylan’s impressive second run earning him 3rd.

 

Clockwise from top left – Logan Knibbs showing off right infront of the judges table. – 1st place getter in Scooter Open, Nathan Jones giving his all on the rail. – Garnet Rock with a flawless air over the hip. – Hamish Gaze, 1st place getter in Scooter Intermediate making good use of the half pipe. For the full photo album head to our facebook page here.

The BMX Beginner class was full of excitement, ending in a tie for 1st place between Garnet Rock and Salva Hogan. A tiebreaker showdown saw Garnet edge out the win, showcasing his next-level skills. Lachlan McGough brought creativity to the table, securing 3rd, while Logan Knibbs stole the show with his infectious energy and impressive seat stands. BMX Intermediate kept the momentum going, with Bianca Martin taking 1st place—she sent some wild tricks that no one else was attempting, even coming back for redemption on a backflip attempt later in the day! Jayce Blakers and Levi Hereema put down solid runs to finish 2nd and 3rd. The BMX Open division came down to a thrilling face-off between Joshua O’Neil and Gerard McGough, two friends pushing each other to new heights. Joshua took 1st place, with Gerard securing 2nd, making for an epic final showdown.

From first-time competitors to seasoned riders, Coolbellup Skatepark was buzzing with progression, good vibes, and community spirit. A massive thank you to The City of Cockburn and everyone who came out to compete, watch, and support the event. Whether it was big tricks, bigger smiles, or unforgettable battles, this competition had it all. See you at the next one!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Coolbellup Skatepark BMX and Scooter Competition – Official Results – 1st March 2025 

Scooter beginner – 1st Levi Heerema, 2nd Logan Knibbs, 3rd Sunny Cordwell
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Hamish Gaze, 2nd Flynn Read, 3rd Taj Driessen
Scooter Open – 1st Nathan Jones, 2nd Tristan Sinclair, 3rd Dylan Mestrovich, 4th Luke Matthews, 5th Brandon Black, 6th Joshua O’Neil
BMX Beginners – 1st Garnet Rock, 2nd Salva Hogan, 3rd Lachlan Mcgough, 4th Logan Knibbs, 5th Pacey Park, 6th Calais Blakers
BMX Intermediate – 1st Bianca Martin, 2nd Jayce Blakers, 3rd Levi Heerema
BMX Open – 1st Joshua O’Neil, 2nd Gerard Mcgough
 

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Get ready for the 2025 Mandurah Action Sports Games

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Since 2011, the Action Sports Games has been the pinnacle event for Western Australian action sports enthusiasts, and Mandurah sets the perfect stage with its picturesque beaches, stunning inland waterways, and an epic skatepark primed for intense competition. The 2025 Mandurah Action Sports Games are set to take place on the 15th and 16th March at Hall Park on the Mandurah Western Foreshore, promising an unforgettable experience for all attendees. This action-packed weekend will feature wakeboarding, freestyle motocross, and the major highlight the skatepark competition including rollerskates, inline, skateboard, scooter, and BMX, with $4000 in prize money and a plethora of prizes up for grabs. The weekend offers something for everyone passionate about action sports. Mark your calendars and secure your spot at the Mandurah Action Sports Games by registering hereIf you want to check out last years event recap its all here on our website. We would like to thank our competiton supporters who without we would not have as many great prizes to give out to our competitors – Colony, Fiend, Grit, Core, Crisp, Modus, The 4 Skate Co, Folklore, Lucky Skates, Old Sckool Baby, Star surf and skate.

Competition Schedule

  • Saturday 15th March – Rollerskate and Inline competitions 9am – 11am
  • Saturday 15th March – Skateboard competition 12pm – 8pm
  • Sunday 16th March – Scooter competition 10am – 1pm
  • Sunday 16th March – BMX competition 2pm – 5pm

Competition Format

  • Rollerskates, inline, scooter, BMX
    • 1 competition zone, (small bowl and street section)
    • 2 x 60 second runs
    • Scores from both runs will be combined to form final score
    • Competitors are not required to use all of the competition zone, choose to use the bowl or street sections or a combination of both
    • Diversity points will not be affected
  • Skateboard
    • 2 competition zones, small bowl & big bowl (small bowl runs will be first)
    • 2 x 60 second runs per zone (4 runs in total)
    • Best run from each zone will be combined to form final score
    • All small bowl runs will be completed from all competitors before moving to big bowl

Divisions

  • Rollerskate – Beginner, open
  • Inline – Open
  • BMX – Beginners, intermediates, Open ($1000 prize money)
  • Scooter – Beginners, Intermediate, Open ($1000 prize money)
  • Skateboard – Mens and Womens in each 9 and under, 12 and under, 16 and under, Open woman’s ($1000 prize money), Open men’s ($1000 prize money), Masters (over 35)

Competitors of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in various classes and divisions register hereIt’s guaranteed to be an epic weekend filled with non-stop action, showcasing the finest talent in Western Australia’s action sports scene. Join us and witness thrilling performances against the backdrop of Mandurah’s breathtaking scenery!

For further inquiries or details, feel free to contact us through our website or social media channels – Instagram or Facebook. Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled extravaganza at the 2025 Mandurah Action Sports Games!

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Fremantle Skatepark Comp Delivers Nonstop Action and Progression

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The Fremantle BMX and Scooter Skatepark Competition at Esplanade Youth Plaza delivered a wicked evening of BMX and scooter action that brought the community together in an atmosphere of excitement and progression. Thanks to the support of the City of Fremantle, riders of all skill levels had the chance to throw down their best tricks in a competition that showcased their talent, determination, and passion for skatepark culture.

Competitors faced off in a unique two-round format, curated specifically for the unique layout of the Fremantle skatepark. Their skills were tested in both the street and bowl sections of the park. Each rider had one minute to make their mark in each round, with scores from both runs combined to determine their overall scores. It wasn’t just about big tricks; it was about putting together smooth, consistent runs with technical difficulty and creative lines to impress the judges and the crowd alike.

The scooter division saw fierce battles from start to finish. In the beginner class, Curtis Gepp led the charge with confidence, taking first place and setting the tone for a field of eager riders who brought their best. Followed closely by a repeat competitor, Thomas Hollingsworth, who has remained on the podium in either scooter or BMX at all of our summer competitions. In third place we had another familiar face, Calais Blakers, it has been great to see Calais’ determination increase and his progression shine through. The intermediate riders didn’t hold back, with the second half of the Blakers brothers, Jayce,  throwing down some big hitters including a backflip and a flare, making him a hard competitor to beat and scoring him first place. Kodi Weston pulled through with second place after an awesome display of his skill in the street section and a consistent bowl run. Seeing Kodi climb the ladder to the podium over the last few competitions has been awesome and we are excited to see him continue the progression. Third place was Chevy Smaller who always brings huge energy to our competitions, he rides hard and is a very fun competitor to watch. The open division was a spectacle of skill and control, with Lucas Lenane dominating the rail, ramps, and bowl with some very technical skill and clean, clean runs. Hoping to see Lucas at more competitions in the future. Nathan Jones made an appearance and came away with second after a radical display of skill that definitely caught the judges attention. Awesome to see Brandon Black on the podium after months of competing in our competitions,  he landed some very clean tricks and put together a couple of solid lines, it’s no surprise he was able to come away with third place.

Clockwise from top left – Nathan Jones flying high over the A Frame hip. – Lucas Lenane gliding effortlessly on the downrail. – Logan Knibbs showing off his skills down the bank. – Kody Strong setting the bar high for the use of the A frame in BMX Open. To see all photos from this event head to the facebook album here.

BMX riders delivered an unforgettable show, with each division pushing the limits of creativity and flow. In the beginner division, Garnet Rock showed great control and commitment, earning first place with solid lines and smooth combos. Blade Coleman came away with second place, awesome to see him involved and competing and making great use of the course available in both street and bowl. In third place we saw Logan Knibbs with lines full of charge and originality, Logan wowed the judges with creativity, executing a perfect seat stand. The intermediate riders kept the energy high, with Jayce Blakers once again impressing and taking the win. This multi talented rider has a bright future ahead of him and we are excited to see what he achieves. Charlie Hill followed closely in second, he has been a regular lately at our competitions and watching him progress has been a treat. Timothy Pearson came in third and it was rad to see him execute the 540 in a competition, not once but twice! We know he has been working on that trick tirelessly. The open class saw a standout performance from Louis Johnstone, a seasoned rider with flow that can only be achieved by riding consistently for years. Daniel Cowell took second place, good to see him back competing in our competitions and putting his skills on display. Kody Strong came through with third, after an awesome show of skill, with a huge flare in the bowl to solidify his spot on the podium. 

Jayce Blakers, who came 1st in the Intermediate BMX division, showing style and precision over the A frame hip.

Throughout the event, the park echoed with the sound of wheels, pegs, and decks grinding and sliding, as riders put it all on the line for the love of their action sport. Skatepark competitions like this are a celebration of community and the passion that unites riders. The crowd participation and spectators were on a new level at Fremantle, the crowds drawing more people down to the esplanade to see what all the action was about, this definitely added to the energy of the evening. A huge thanks to the City of Fremantle for supporting the event and to everyone who participated or came out to cheer on the action. Congratulations to all the competitors who took part — it was a day of incredible riding and great vibes. Stay tuned for more competitions and events in the future!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today. 

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Fremantle  Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 18th January 2024 

Scooter beginner – 1st Curtis Gepp, 2nd Thomas Hollingworth, 3rd Calais Blakers, 4th Jake Mckechnie, 5th Ashton van Bree, 6th Archie Johnson, 7th Adam Rakowski, 8th Malki Thebaud
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Jayce Blakers, 2nd Kodi Weston, 3rd Chevy smaller, 4th Ljey Whitton, 5th Spencer Park
Scooter Open – 1st Lucas Lenane, 2nd Nathan Jones, 3rd Brandon Black, 4th Dylan Mestrovich, 5th Tristan Sinclair, 6th Luke Matthews, 7th Isaac Carey
BMX Beginners – 1st Garnet Rock, 2nd Blade Coleman, 3rd Logan Knibbs, 4th Lucas Walker, 5th Calais Blakers, 6th Jake Jorgensen
BMX Intermediate – 1st Jayce Blakers, 2nd Charlie Hill, 3rd Timothy Pearson, 4th Thomas Hollingworth, 5th Liam Rhodes, 6th Zac Trainor
BMX Open – 1st Louis Johnstone, 2nd Daniel Cowell, 3rd Kody Strong, 4th Joshua O’Neil, 5th Bailey Smith, 6th William Payne
 

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Bremer Bay Skatepark Competition: Epic Progression, Fierce Battles, and Next-Level Stoke!

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Freestyle Now hit the road for a massive 12-hour round trip to bring the stoke to Bremer Bay, and what a trip it was! The energy from the town was absolutely next-level, with the local community embracing the action sports vibes and creating a fantastic atmosphere for both the coaching session and the competition. Before the main event, we ran a coaching clinic to help riders sharpen their skills, dial in their tricks, and build their confidence — and it definitely paid off when it came time to throw down in the competition! We want to shine a spotlight on young Meave Belton who pushed herself to master a drop in on her biggest quarter pipe to date, she mastered this with help with Shaun Jarvis, Freestyle Now founder and then brought her new skill into the competition which is exactly what the judges wanted to see. 

Despite sketchy weather threatening to put a damper on the day, we pushed through and managed to stay dry, keeping the session alive and the competition rolling. The turnout was awesome, with riders across BMX, scooter, and skateboard divisions showing up ready to shred. We even had some people who were holidaying in Bremer Bay come down to take part in the annual event. We have travelled down to Bremer Bay many times since facilitating the grand opening of the skatepark and it is one of our favourite towns to re-visit and experience the progression of all the riders from the years before. 

In the scooter beginner division, Kelsea Roukens led the charge with a solid and confident performance, claiming 1st place. Macy Richard Hall followed closely in 2nd and was very happy with her achievement, with Jack Oppo rounding out the podium in 3rd showing us exactly how to ride bremer bay skatepark. The scooter intermediate division saw a great battle between Paddy Belton and Victor Formica, with Paddy taking 1st place and Victor securing 2nd, it was great to see victor pulling off some of the tricks he had been practicing the day before. The scooter open division was particularly intense, featuring an epic face-off between the top two riders. Scott Rystenberg and Ayden Maley tied for first place, meaning we had no choice but to run a tie breaker. It was a back-and-forth battle that kept the crowd on edge as they pushed each other to the limit in an unforgettable showdown. In the end, Scott’s precision and flair sealed the win, taking 1st place, with Ayden finishing in 2nd.

Clockwise from top left – Joel Welner with a massive tailwhip. – Scott Rystenberg Showing us how comfortable he is in the Bremer Bay bowl. – Austin Bailey hitting huge airs over the jump box. – Kai Hill flowing around the park with ease. Find the full album on our facebook here.

The skateboard beginner division was packed with young talent. Taz Johnston showcased great skill and creativity to earn 1st place, with Sienna Johnson finishing 2nd and Hunter Ramsay landing in 3rd. The skateboard intermediate division saw impressive technical runs from riders, with Louie Bailey taking the top spot in 1st, Victor Formica riding smoothly into 2nd, competing in his second discipline of the day, and Jordy Thomas came away with 3r, seeing Jordy progress over the last few years has been a treat and we can’t wait to see what he gets up to over the next year. 

BMX brought the heat, with the beginners riding hard to impress. Matthys Burger claimed 1st place with a determined run, followed by Hunter Pedro in 2nd and Jacob Ramsey in 3rd. In the intermediate class, it was a standout performance with some big tricks from Joel Welner that earned him 1st place, with Austin Bailey coming in 2nd.

We’re grateful to the town of Bremer Bay for the warm welcome and epic vibes that made this event one to remember. Huge shoutout to all the riders who competed and gave it their all — it’s always inspiring to see the progression, creativity, and passion in action sports communities. Until next time, Bremer Bay, keep shredding!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today. 

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Bremer Bay Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 11 January 2025

Scooter beginner – 1st Kelsea Roukens, 2nd Macy Richard Hall, 3rd Jack Oppo, 4th Zach Birrell, 5th Matthys Burger, 6th Braxton Roukens, 7th Hunter Pedro, 8th Lukas burger, 9th Jordan Roukens, 10th Chase Predo 
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Paddy Belton, 2nd Victor Formica 
Scooter Open – 1st Scott Rystenberg, 2nd Ayden Maley 
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Taz Johnston, 2nd Sienna Johnson, 3rd Hunter Ramsay, 4th Meave Belton, 5th Kai Hill, 6th Chase Predo 
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st Louie Bailey, 2nd Victor Formica, 3rd Jordy Thomas
BMX Beginners – 1st Maithys Burger, 2nd Hunter Pedro, 3rd Jacob Ramsey, 4th Indi Pedro
BMX Intermediate – 1st Joel Welner, 2nd Austin Bailey 
 

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Dedication, Progression, and Community Spirit: South Metro Ride and Roll Series Ends with a Bang

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3 months in the making, the South Metro Ride and Roll Series saw qualifying rounds all over the south metro area from Singleton to Bibra Lake to Kwinana to Mandurah. We wrapped up this wicked series at Spearwood Skatepark and it was a show down to remember. The spearwood skatepark is equipped  with a bowl, spine, mini, jump box and ledges. There’s something for everyone here and each rider got to display their skills on this sunny December day.

Clockwise from top left – James Deyonker hitting a no footer over the spine. – Jayce Blakers showcasing a huge no foot can can. – Dylan Mestrovich ripping it up in the bowl. – Davie Howes proving he is not afraid of the spine with an awesome blunt. – Find more photos on our facebook page here

The scooter competition was large and in charge with 18 riders going head to head. Scooter Beginner kicked off the competition with Braydon Ford coming out on top. The Deyonker brothers followed closely in second and third. It’s been rad to see these riders progress through the qualifiers and other Freestyle Now competitions. Scooter intermediate saw Judd Morrison taking the win with Luke Matthews in second and Rhyder Howard in third. Shout out to Kody Weston who has been attending all of our qualifying rounds, he had an extremely seamless run and seeing him progress in this series has been wicked. Scooter Open had Dylan Mestrovich in first place, Tristan Sinclair in second and Brandon Black in third. Most of these riders attended most of, if not all of our qualifying rounds, their dedication to their riding is unmatched and we can’t wait to see them at the next one. 

Although skateboard attendance was a little light, we still saw some heavy hitters taking the park by storm. Davie Howes blew the crowd away with a run full of talent and finesse beyond his years. Davie took out first place with a huge smile, stoked is the right word to use here. Scarlette Harrington pulled through with second place and Huon Cocks followed closely after in third. Tayah Payne came away with first place by default in the intermediate section due to low attendance, but we know very well the kind of skater Tayah is and the tricks she can throw down – Tayah was definitely deserving of this placement. One thing that never lacks in the skateboard divisions is comradery, fun and sportsmanship. It’s awesome to see these young people patting each other on the back, cheering for their competitors and celebrating together at the end of it all. 

Scarlett Harrington charging over the spine with finesse and confidence. We heard from Scarlett’s dad that our competitions have been a driving force in Scarlett’s progression. It has been amazing to see herself and her sister Opal show up with so much excitement and progress each and every competition. We look forward to seeing where this young skater goes, the sky is the limit. 

BMX followed in Scooter’s footsteps, having 15 competitors all up it became our second largest discipline of the day. In the beginners section we saw Rhys Sockett take first with a run that just couldn’t be beaten, Jake Jorgensen came away with second place, putting together a solid line and Thomas Hollingsworth in 3rd. Thomas has been attending many of our competitions and you can always hear him cheering people on or see him offering to film their lines. He is a great sport and a good representation of the community culture that we try to provide with our competitions and events. BMX intermediate had Archie Welton on top followed by Jacob Roughton in second and Charlie Hill taking third place. The BMX open division was one to remember with Kody Strong taking first place. It has been a while since Kody made a competition appearance so it was great to see him back into it for the series and we hope to see him at future events. Oskar Thomas took second place and it was well deserved. Oskar had great use of the park and he wowed the crowd with a backflip attempt he didn’t quite make for his line but managed to persevere and get it on the 3rd attempt, impressing all the spectators. Joshua O’Neil wasn’t too far behind, in third place. Josh is a regular at our competitions, participating in not only BMX but scooter as well. We are big fans of the supportive energy he brings. If there was an award for best action sports hype man, he would win it. 

A massive thank you goes out to the City of Cockburn, Rockingham, Mandurah and Kwinana and to all of our competitors, without you, this series wouldn’t have been possible.The series brought a lot of value to actions sports enthusiasts in the south metro area, providing a platform for them to showcase their skills and an event where they can positively engage with their community. We can’t wait to be a part of it next year. Stay tuned for more exhilarating skatepark competitions 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.

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Spearwood South Metro Ride and Roll Series Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 14th December 2024 

Scooter beginner – 1st Braydon Ford, 2nd Flynn Deyonker, 3rd James Deyonker, 4th Thomas Hollingworth, 5th Archie Edwards, 6th Tyson Kolk, 7th Lucas Walker, 8th Raidan Hyde, 9th Archie Johnson
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Judd Morrison, 2nd Luke Matthews, 3rd Rhyder Howard, 4th Jayce Blakers 5th Kodi Weston
Scooter Open – 1st Dylan Mestrovich, 2nd Tristan Sinclair, 3rd Brandon Black, 4th Zanthany Caporn
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Davie Howes, 2nd Scarlett Harrington, 3rd Huon Cocks, 4th Eva O’Driscoll, 5th Willow Wiseman, 6th Isla Currey, 7th Nyah Gutcheon, 8th Opal Harrington
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st Tayah Payne 
BMX Beginners – 1st Rhys Sockett, 2nd Jake Jorgensen, 3rd Thomas Hollingworth, 4th Lucas Walker, 5th Thomas Armstrong, 6th Calais Blakers
BMX Intermediate – 1st Archie Welten, 2nd Jacob Roughton, 3rd Charlie hill, 4th Jayce Blakers, 5th Liam Rhodes
BMX Open – 1st Kody Strong, 2nd Oskar Thomas, 3rd Joshua O’Neil, 4th Jake Welhan
 

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Redemption, Radical Lines, and Resilience at Bassendean’s Summer Skatepark Showdown

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Perth’s summer has finally made an appearance and on the first of many scorching days, we headed out to Bassendean Skatepark to facilitate a fierce competition with divisions in Skateboard, Scooter and BMX. The day was filled with fun, laughs and healthy competition as the riders braved the heat, putting together radical lines and flowing around this classic Perth skatepark. 

The riders tried to pace themselves as the day kicked off, warming up but not wanting to wear themselves out in the heat. First in line to show us what action sports in Perth are all about is the scooter divisions. The scooter divisions are always some of our largest and many of the riders use our competitions as a community space to catch up with friends and have some fun. Special mention to Flynn Deyonker for taking out 1st place in beginner, he has attended a few of our competitions of late and we can see that he will go far in scooter riding. He held a flawless first run with no bails which certainly helped to capture the win. Our judges are looking for difficulty, diversity and consistency in every rider and their lines. 

As the day progressed, we moved into the skateboard competition and it did not disappoint, Beginner saw two of our favourite up and comers, the Harrington sisters. Scarlette took out the win with a consistent run which utilised the whole skatepark. Showing off her skills in the half pipe with an awesome rock and roll. Opal Harrington had a delayed start due to an ant bite but she came back, guns blazing and took out her first ever 2nd place title. She was stoked and it was well deserved indeed. Tayah Payne and Kyle Wisniewski battled it out in Intermediate. Tayah took the win, showing off seamless board slides on the down rail, something her opponent Kyle just couldn’t top. Both riders brought the heat, at the hottest time of the day and for that we were left thoroughly impressed with their perseverance and discipline. Skateboard Open was one to remember, although Maximilliano went home with the win, we have to give a shout out to Jason Hills’ family of about 12! They were sitting on the sidelines cheering Jason on with choreographed dances and rhythmic chants. I think all of our spectators can take a leaf out of their book.

Clockwise from top left – Jayce Blakers in the middle of a flare attempt. – Timothy Pearson airing out into a 540. – Oliver Lane being unconventional and getting the judges attention with originality. – Mason Russel with a flawless can can. – Find more photos on our facebook page here

Finally, we rolled into BMX. This was a very fun competition to watch and the comradery between riders reminds us of one of the important “Whys” when it comes to facilitating these events. Community. A massive shout out to father son duo, Gerrard and Lachlan McGough. Lachlan took out 2nd place in our Beginner division and his run was full of so much confidence, originality and fun. Smiling all the way through. As for Gerrard McGough, he managed to come away with 1st place in the Open division. The last time he rode Bassendean competition back in February  he ended up in hospital with a broken collar bone? Talk about a redemption story! Another special mention to Timothy Pearson who tried mightily for the 540 that he got seamlessly in the warm up, unfortunately tricks from the warm up don’t count for your final scores, but we know he can do it and can’t wait to see him incorporate it into his line in the next competition. 

A massive thank you goes out to the Town of Bassendean for making this event possible and to all of our competitors. This day was a wonderful way to welcome in the warmer weather. Stay tuned for more exhilarating skatepark competitions 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.

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Bassendean Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 8th December 2024 

Scooter Beginner– 1st Flynn Deyonker, 2nd Curtis Gepp, 3rd Will Kacperek, 4th Jayden Hynds, 5th Jake Mckechnie, 6th Calais Blakers
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Noah Altinier, 2nd Dean Morrison, 3rd Jayce Blakers, 4th Hamish Eaton, 5th Timothy Pearson, 6th Kodi weston
Scooter Open – 1st Judd Morrison, 2nd Luke Matthews, 3rd Cj Morrison, 4th Nathan Kollar, 5th Luke Denison, 6th Ethan Duirs
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Scarlett Harrington, 2nd Opal Harrington
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st Tayah Payne, 2nd Kyle Wisniewski
Skateboard Open – 1st Maximiliano Moraga, 2nd Jason Hills, 3rd Reggo Pain
BMX Beginners – 1st Parker Eastman, 2nd Lachlan McGough, 3rd Gavin Penny, 4th Levi Stokes, 5th Reef Cavalea, 6th Calais Blakers, 7th Cayden Mcconnell, 8th Thomas Armstrong
BMX Intermediate – 1st Maison Russel, 2nd Archie Welten, 5th Jayce Blakers, 4th Charlie Hill, 5th Kyle Wisniewski, 6th Chevy Smaller
BMX Open – 1st Gerard Mcgough, 2nd Timothy Pearson
 

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