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Written by: Rockstar Energy Drink
For Immediate Release
Titles on the Line in Knoxville
Knoxville, Tenn. – The top professional wakeboarders from throughout the globe are headed to Volunteer Landing in downtown Knoxville on Aug. 27 & 28 for the final stop of the 2011 MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour. Over the past few months, the sport’s top pros have been competing in a five-city points race for one of the most sought-after trophy in wakeboarding – the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour title.
“We’ve been competing this entire season, waiting to get to Knoxville to see who wins it all,” said current points leader Phillip Soven. “The final stop is always the most exciting contest because it’s everyone’s last shot at winning.”
Soven, 22, of Longwood, Fla., narrowly won the 2010 Pro Tour title by a mere five points after losing to the previous defending champion, Harley Clifford, at last year’s finale in Knoxville.
This season, Soven returns to Volunteer Landing as the top-seeded rider, in hope of winning the fourth overall title of his career – the third most in the Pro Tour’s 20-year history. Only wakeboarding legends Darin Shapiro and Parks Bonifay have more, with six and five titles, respectively.
The only rider that could rival Soven in the point standings for the 2011 Pro Tour title is Harley Clifford, who trails the leader by 45 points.
“Harley [Clifford] and I are both competitors, we’re both hungry to win and we’re both going to throw down for the title in Knoxville,” said Soven. “Harley had a slight setback at the last stop, which gives me a little bit of breathing room in the standings, but I’m not going to let that affect my riding. I’m going for the win.”
During the Pro Tour’s most recent stop in Monroe, Wash., Clifford finished last in the final round of the contest, while Soven ended up winning his third consecutive stop this season. As a result of that placement, there is a 45-point gap in the standings between the two riders.
While Clifford remains in contention for the Pro Tour title, the young Australian phenom is a long-shot to finish first place overall in the standings, as Soven only needs to place seventh or better in Knoxville to secure the title.
“I can only control my riding, so I’m not thinking about the points,” said Clifford. “Regardless where I finish on the Pro Tour, my goal is to win the Knoxville tour stop.”
Clifford’s attitude could pay off for him even if Soven takes home the Pro Tour title, as the former Rookie of the Year winner could still be crowned the King of Wake with a win in Knoxville.
The Knoxville tour stop doubles the final contest in the eight-event King of Wake series, where Clifford can capture his first-ever series crown with a win at Volunteer Landing.
“There’s a lot on the line in Knoxville,” said Clifford.
In addition to the Pro Tour and the King of Wake, the Pro Women’s Queen of Wake series will also crown their winner in Knoxville. Current points leader Rockstar’s Amber Wing is already guaranteed to win the eight-event series crown, but several top contenders will still look to make a splash at the season-ending event, including 2011 world champion Nicola Butler.
The ticketed event opens on Saturday, Aug. 27, with preliminary rounds running from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The ROCKSTAR Big-Air Kicker contest and Overton’s Double Up contest will also take place on Saturday from 5-7 p.m. Sunday’s finale will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
All winners will be crowned at the 20th annual Pro Tour Awards Party, held at the Bijou Theatre on Sunday, Aug. 28 at 7 p.m.
Tickets to the event at Volunteer Landing are available at the gate: $13 (adult); $5 (ages 6-12); free (ages 5 and under); or $7 (adult) if purchased online.
For complete coverage of the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour stop in Knoxville, tune in to the VERSUS television network on Oct. 4 at 5:30 p.m. ET.
For more information on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, please visit www.prowakeboardtour.com, or connect with us via Facebook (www.facebook.com/kingofwake) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/thekingofwake).
The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: MasterCraft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Overton’s, Indmar, Peavey, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, Sayiwon’t, Epiphone and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.
About MasterCraft
MasterCraft is the exclusive towboat for the Pro Wakeboard Tour, as it has been since the tour’s wakeboarding events began in 1992.
About Rockstar Energy Drink
ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available in eighteen amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, Roasted Light Vanilla, Cola, Recovery Lemonade, Recovery Orange, Recovery Grape, Pink, and 2X. ROCKSTAR ENERGY SHOTS are available in Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavors. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available at convenience and grocery retail outlets across the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Greece, Mexico, the Philippines and throughout the United Kingdom. Go to www.rockstar69.com or www.facebook.com/rockstar for athlete and event updates, videos, profiles, and product information.
About Indmar
Indmar is the world’s largest privately held manufacturer of gasoline powered inboard marine engines. Indmar Marine Engines have led the market on dependability, longevity, and performance for decades.
About TransWorld WAKEBOARDING Magazine
TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine is the leader in wake-sports media by delivering the best instruction, latest product reviews, insider knowledge and the finest photography. TransWorld WAKEBOARDING accurately defines the wake-riding lifestyle by offering a broad range of content, which helps wake enthusiasts become better riders and enjoy their time on and off the water.
2011 MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour Schedule:
Dates City Venue _______
May 21 Acworth, Ga. Dallas Landing Park
June 4 Fort Worth, Tex. Texas MasterCraft
June 11 Colorado Springs, Colo. Memorial Park
July 9 Monroe, Wash. Lake Tye
Aug. 27 & 28 Knoxville, Tenn. Volunteer Landing
Written by: Rockstar Energy Drink
20th Annual Pro Tour Awards Held in Downtown Knoxville
Knoxville, Tenn. – The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour will host its 20th annual Pro Tour Awards party on Sunday, August 28, at the Bijou Theater in downtown Knoxville. The Awards will take place immediately following the exciting conclusion of the Pro Tour’s season-ending contest, held at Volunteer Landing, just three blocks south of the Theater. The Award party starts at 7 p.m.
“We’re inviting everyone out to the Bijou on August 28 to celebrate this milestone season,” said Sean Dishman, Sales and Marketing Director of the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour. “We want to celebrate the Pro Tour’s 20 years with the biggest Awards party yet.”
Awards will be presented to all the Knoxville tour stop winners, as well as the overall Pro Tour champions in Pro Men and Jr. Pro Men divisions. Rookie of the Year honors for the Pro Men’s division will also be presented.
In addition to the Pro Tour, awards for the King of Wake and Queen of Wake series will also be presented during the party.
The party will include drinks and a highlight reel of some of the most memorable moments during the 2011 season.
The Bijou Theater is located on the corner of Cumberland Ave. and Gay St. at 803 South Gay Street Knoxville, TN 37902.
For more information on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, please visit www.prowakeboardtour.com, or connect with us via Facebook (www.facebook.com/kingofwake) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/thekingofwake).
The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: MasterCraft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Overton’s, Indmar, Peavey, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, Sayiwon’t, Epiphone and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.
About MasterCraft
MasterCraft is the exclusive towboat for the Pro Wakeboard Tour, as it has been since the tour’s wakeboarding events began in 1992.
About Rockstar Energy Drink
ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available in eighteen amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, Roasted Light Vanilla, Cola, Recovery Lemonade, Recovery Orange, Recovery Grape, Pink, and 2X. ROCKSTAR ENERGY SHOTS are available in Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavors. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available at convenience and grocery retail outlets across the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Greece, Mexico, the Philippines and throughout the United Kingdom. Go to www.rockstar69.com or www.facebook.com/rockstar for athlete and event updates, videos, profiles, and product information.
About Indmar
Indmar is the world’s largest privately held manufacturer of gasoline powered inboard marine engines. Indmar Marine Engines have led the market on dependability, longevity, and performance for decades.
About TransWorld WAKEBOARDING Magazine
TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine is the leader in wake-sports media by delivering the best instruction, latest product reviews, insider knowledge and the finest photography. TransWorld WAKEBOARDING accurately defines the wake-riding lifestyle by offering a broad range of content, which helps wake enthusiasts become better riders and enjoy their time on and off the water.
About King of Wake
The King of Wake is the world’s elite pro wakeboarding series, attracting the sport’s top athletes from throughout the globe. Over the course of a season, athletes compete for the ultimate wakeboarding crown in a series points race of eight events throughout the United States to see who rules the wake. The series consists of the Wake Games, the WWA National Championships, the WWA World Championships and all five stops on the Pro Wakeboard Tour. The King of Wake is organized by World Sports & Marketing – the leading wake-events producer since 1988.
Written by: Rockstar Energy Drink
Monroe, Wash. – With the sun shinning bright over a glassy Lake Tye, the top professional wakeboarders in the world took to the water for their final rounds of action at the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour stop in Monroe, Wash. Fans packed the shoreline, as the sport’s top pros battle it out for crucial points toward the season standings at the fourth stop of the five-city circuit.
With the season’s end in site, the two with most to gain or lose from today’s contest was Phillip Soven and Harley Clifford. The two Pro Men’s division riders were separated by a mere 10 points heading in to Monroe tour stop.
Clifford, who needed the win today to overtake Soven in the Pro Tour standings, seemed to send a message to the current points-leader by landing three 900 variation tricks during the semifinals.
“Knowing that Phil and I were 10 points apart really put the pressure on us today,” said Clifford. “But my semifinal run was pretty standard for me and I didn’t want to hold back heading into the finals.”
While Clifford was clearly the semifinal standout, the Australian wakeboarding phenom could not hang on to that kind of momentum in the finals, with Soven taking first place in Monroe, extending the points-leader’s win-streak to three.
“Going into this stop, with only a 10-point lead, I knew I need to be able to handle the pressure and do everything I needed to do to win this contest,” said Soven. “With Harley not doing so well in the finals, I take a 45-point lead heading into the last stop, where I plan to defend my title.”
While Soven took first place today in Monroe, Clifford finished last in the six-man heat, with Aaron Rathy and Andrew Adkison rounding out the top three, respectively.
In addition to winning the Pro Men’s division finals, Phillip Soven also took first place in the Overton’s Double Up Contest, winning the $1,000 prize for landing a massive Nose Crow 540.
Also in the Pro Men’s division, Dean Smith took home the $1,000 prize in the Rockstar Energy Drink Big-Air Kicker Contest with his Hootchie Glide Backside 360.
In the Pro Women’s division, all eyes were on top seed Amber Wing to see if the former world champion could extend her winning-streak to three consecutive Pro Tour stop victories with a win today in Monroe.
While Wing faced off against a talented six-woman final, the 28-year-old Australian’s biggest challenge was staying focused.
“I was super nervous about finals today,” said Wing. “I really want to be the overall winner, and as the season gets closer to the end, the more the pressure builds up.”
But Wing didn’t let the pressure get to her today, landing a clean Whirly Bird, Moby Dick and a massive Scarecrow to take first place in Monroe and extending her streak.
With today’s win, Wing remains at the top of the standings list, with nearly a 100-point lead over the next closest competitor Nicola Butler.
Emily Copeland Durham and Nicola Butler took second and third place, respectively, in today’s contest.
In the Jr. Pro Men’s division, newcomer Gordon Harrison made his finals debut today, facing off against Joshua Twelker, Daniel Powers and current points-leader Shota Tezuka.
While Harrison turned heads by landing a Crow Mobe 540 in his first-ever finals run, all eyes remained on Powers to see if the 17-year-old Orlando, Fla. would stretch his winning-streak to three consecutive Pro Tour stop victories.
While all the Jr. Pro Men riders threw down impressive runs, Powers Heelside 720 off the double up lifted the 2011 Masters champion to his third straight Pro Tour stop victory.
“It feels great,” Powers said about his win today. “It’s cool to be on a winning-streak and I hope to keep it going through the last stop of the season.”
Harrison and Tezuka rounded out the podium, respectively.
With today’s win, Power sits in second place overall in the standings; 17 points shy of Tezuka.
With Monroe wrapped up, the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink will now head to its final stop of the season in Knoxville, Tenn., on August 27 & 28. Additional 2011 Pro Tour venues include Acworth, Ga., Fort Worth, Tex., and Colorado Springs, Colo.
For more information on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, please visit www.prowakeboardtour.com, or connect with us via Facebook (www.facebook.com/kingofwake) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/thekingofwake).
The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: MasterCraft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Overton’s, Indmar, Peavey, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, Sayiwon’t, Epiphone and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.
About MasterCraft
MasterCraft is the exclusive towboat for the Pro Wakeboard Tour, as it has been since the tour’s wakeboarding events began in 1992.
About Rockstar Energy Drink
ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available in eighteen amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, Roasted Light Vanilla, Cola, Recovery Lemonade, Recovery Orange, Recovery Grape, Pink, and 2X. ROCKSTAR ENERGY SHOTS are available in Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavors. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available at convenience and grocery retail outlets across the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Greece, Mexico, the Philippines and throughout the United Kingdom. Go to www.rockstar69.com or www.facebook.com/rockstar for athlete and event updates, videos, profiles, and product information.
About Indmar
Indmar is the world’s largest privately held manufacturer of gasoline powered inboard marine engines. Indmar Marine Engines have led the market on dependability, longevity, and performance for decades.
About TransWorld WAKEBOARDING Magazine
TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine is the leader in wake-sports media by delivering the best instruction, latest product reviews, insider knowledge and the finest photography. TransWorld WAKEBOARDING accurately defines the wake-riding lifestyle by offering a broad range of content, which helps wake enthusiasts become better riders and enjoy their time on and off the water.
July 9 Results:
Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Phillip Soven USA 80.00
2 Aaron Rathy CAN 70.00
3 Andrew Adkison USA 60.00
4 Dean Smith AUS 50.00
5 Bob Soven USA 45.00
6 Harley Clifford AUS 40.00
Pro Women
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Amber Wing AUS 80.00
2 Emily Durham USA 66.67
3 Nicola Butler GBR 62.67
4 Anna Hajek USA 58.33
5 Raimi Merritt USA 54.00
6 Shawna Hoffman USA 50.00
Jr. Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Daniel Powers USA 92.50
2 Gordon Harrison USA 85.50
3 Shota Tezuka JPN 85.00
4 Joshua Twelker USA 77.00
Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #1
1 Harley Clifford AUS 85.00
2 Dean Smith AUS 70.00
3 Aaron Rathy CAN 65.83
4 Steel Lafferty USA 61.67
5 Tony Carroll USA 56.67
Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #2
1 Phillip Soven USA 81.67
2 Bob Soven USA 75.00
3 Andrew Adkison USA 63.00
4 Olivier Derome CAN 60.00
5 Shaun Murray USA 36.67
Jr. Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #1
1 Daniel Powers USA 93.25
2 Joshua Twelker USA 86.75
3 Mike Dowdy USA 86.00
4 Dylan Prideaux AUS 72.50
5 Joey Buss USA 61.50
Jr. Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #2
1 Shota Tezuka JPN 92.75
2 Gordon Harrison USA 84.25
3 Jacob Valdez USA 82.50
4 Freddie Wayne USA 73.50
5 Robby Holihan USA 67.00
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round – Heat #1
1 Bob Soven USA 80.00
2 Dean Smith AUS 73.33
3 Rusty Malinoski CAN 66.67
4 Jason Bannatyne CAN 61.67
Pro Men
Qualifying Round – Heat #2
1 Andrew Adkison USA 75.00
2 Aaron Rathy CAN 70.00
3 AJ Racinelli USA 61.67
4 Chad Sharpe CAN 51.67
Pro Men
Qualifying Round – Heat #3
1 Steel Lafferty USA 73.33
2 Tony Carroll USA 66.67
3 Jimmy LaRiche USA 58.33
4 Nick Jones USA 50.00
Pro Men
Qualifying Round – Heat #4
1 Harley Clifford AUS 80.00
2 Shaun Murray USA 73.33
3 Kyle Rattray CAN 63.33
4 JD Webb USA 51.67
Pro Men
Qualifying Round – Heat #5
1 Phillip Soven USA 78.33
2 Olivier Derome CAN 66.67
3 Austin Hair USA 60.00
4 Jeff House USA 50.00
Written by: Rockstar Energy Drink
Upsets Lead to Exciting Final Matchup:
Soven, Wing, Powers Win Colorado Springs Pro Tour Stop
Colorado Springs, Colo. – As the wind died down and the sun came out, so did the fans, as a packed shoreline looked on to watch the world’s best wakeboarders compete in the finals rounds of action at the third stop of the five-city MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink. The sport’s top pros spent their last day in Colorado Springs, Colo., battling it out on the waters of Memorial Park’s Prospect Lake for wins in the Pro Men, Pro Women and Jr. Pro Men’s division.
Over the course of two preliminary rounds, the Pro Men’s division narrowed the field of 20 quarterfinalists down to six final riders, but not without of series of upsets. The surprising outcomes ultimately led to a six-man final that literally hasn’t been seen in years.
While the Pro Men’s finals saw its share of usual suspects, it also featured Shaun Murray and Chad Sharpe, who made their first finals appearance on the Pro Tour since 2003 and 2007, respectively.
“To be in the same final heat with guys like Phillip Soven and Harley [Clifford] is just crazy,” said the 35-year-old Murray. “Most of the guys I used ride with are now gone, so I feel blessed to still be riding at a high level and being a positive influence in the sport.”
Both Murray and Sharpe laid down solid runs to finish fourth and fifth place, respectively, in the six-man heat. However, Harley Clifford and Phillip Soven, the top two seeds in the contest, pushed the limits of the sport to remain in contention for the top spot.
Clifford appeared to be the frontrunner in the finals after landing a Front Mobe 540, but Soven’s Switch Toeside 900 and Whirly Dick helped the defending Pro Tour titlist win his second straight Pro Tour stop of the season.
“This was an awesome final; riding against guys like [Shaun] Murray, who I looked up to growing up, and Chad [Sharpe], who just has so much style,” said Soven. “The finals are so exhausting, so I knew I wanted to take the win on my first run, so I landed the Whirly Dick right out of the gate, and got it going, so I’m pretty happy.”
With today’s win Soven paces the division in the Pro Tour standings with 290 points. Clifford trails close behind with 280 points and Bob Soven rounds out the top three with 215 points.
In addition to making the finals, Chad Sharpe was named the winner of the Rockstar Energy Drink Big-Air Kicker contest. Sharpe won the $1,000 cash prize after landing a massive Indy Glide.
In the Pro Women’s finals, the crowd could not be louder, as Denver native Emily Copeland Durham hit the waters of her home state. The former X Games gold medalist was poised to win, landing an Off-Axis 540, Roll to Blind and a Tootsie Roll in her final run, but ultimately fell short top seed Amber Wing.
“There were about 150 people that I knew who were cheering for me today, so I really felt the love here,” said Copeland Durham. “I may not have won, but I’m still so excited to be able to podium in my home state.”
The 27-year-old Coloradan finished in second place today, with Wing and Melissa Marquardt taking first and third place, respectively.
With her second-place finish in Colorado Springs, Copeland Durham moves to fourth place overall in the Queen of Wake standings, with Wing remaining at the top of the points list.
In the Jr. Pro Men’s division, defending Colorado Springs tour stop winner Daniel Powers returned to the finals today to face off against Kyle Evans, Freddie Wayne and current division points-leader Shota Tezuka.
Despite an impressive run by top-seeded Tezuka, which included a 1080 attempt off the double up, Powers pulled off the upset to repeat at the home of his first-ever Jr. Pro Tour stop win.
“To win two years in a row in Colorado Springs is just unreal,” said Powers. “Shota [Tezuka] and the other guys really pushed me to step up my riding in the finals, and I’m stoked to get my second win on tour this season.”
Powers, 17, of Orlando, Fla. entered Colorado Springs coming off a tour stop win last week in Fort Worth, Tex. With today’s win, Powers sits in second place overall in the standings, with Tezuka remaining in the lead.
With Colorado Springs wrapped up, the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink will now head to the greater Seattle area of Monroe, Wash., on July 8 & 9. Additional 2011 Pro Tour venues include Acworth, Ga., Fort Worth, Tex., and Knoxville, Tenn.
For more information on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, please visit www.prowakeboardtour.com, or connect with us via Facebook (www.facebook.com/kingofwake) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/thekingofwake).
The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: MasterCraft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Overton’s, Indmar, Peavey, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, Sayiwon’t, Epiphone and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.
About MasterCraft
MasterCraft is the exclusive towboat for the Pro Wakeboard Tour, as it has been since the tour’s wakeboarding events began in 1992.
About Rockstar Energy Drink
ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available in eighteen amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, Roasted Light Vanilla, Cola, Recovery Lemonade, Recovery Orange, Recovery Grape, Pink, and 2X. ROCKSTAR ENERGY SHOTS are available in Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavors. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available at convenience and grocery retail outlets across the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Greece, Mexico, the Philippines and throughout the United Kingdom. Go to www.rockstar69.com or www.facebook.com/rockstar for athlete and event updates, videos, profiles, and product information.
About Indmar
Indmar is the world’s largest privately held manufacturer of gasoline powered inboard marine engines. Indmar Marine Engines have led the market on dependability, longevity, and performance for decades.
About TransWorld WAKEBOARDING Magazine
TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine is the leader in wake-sports media by delivering the best instruction, latest product reviews, insider knowledge and the finest photography. TransWorld WAKEBOARDING accurately defines the wake-riding lifestyle by offering a broad range of content, which helps wake enthusiasts become better riders and enjoy their time on and off the water.
June 11 – Final Results:
Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Phillip Soven USA 90.00
2 Harley Clifford AUS 85.00
3 Bob Soven USA 75.00
4 Shaun Murray USA 60.00
5 Chad Sharpe CAN 50.00
6 Adam Errington USA 45.00
Pro Women
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Amber Wing AUS 81.67
2 Emily Durham USA 75.00
3 Melissa Marquardt USA 71.67
4 Tarah Mikacich USA 61.67
5 Raimi Merritt USA 51.67
6 Nicola Butler GBR 43.33
Jr. Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Daniel Powers USA 97.00
2 Shota Tezuka JPN 89.25
3 Kyle Evans USA 79.25
4 Freddie Wayne USA 74.50
Pro Men
Semifinal Round– Heat #1
1 Harley Clifford AUS 81.67
2 Bob Soven USA 75.00
3 Adam Errington USA 70.00
4 Dean Smith AUS 51.67
5 Steel Lafferty USA 50.00
Pro Men
Semifinal Round– Heat #2
1 Phillip Soven USA 80.00
2 Shaun Murray USA 63.33
3 Chad Sharpe CAN 60.00
4 Tony Carroll USA 54.00
5 Jason Bannatyne CAN 51.67
Jr. Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #1
1 Kyle Evans USA 95.75
2 Daniel Powers USA 91.50
3 Joshua Twelker USA 78.75
4 Dylan Prideaux AUS 70.50
5 Robby Holihan USA 63.50
Jr. Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #2
1 Shota Tezuka JPN 93.75
2 Freddie Wayne USA 84.50
3 Gunnar Shuler USA 77.25
4 Marc Kroon NED 74.50
5 Gordon Harrison USA 70.00
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #1
1 Shaun Murray USA 60.00
2 Steel Lafferty USA 55.00
3 Jimmy LaRiche USA 50.00
4 Olivier Derome CAN 41.67
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #2
1 Adam Errington USA 71.67
2 Bob Soven USA 70.00
3 Padiwat Jaemjan THA 63.33
4 Danny Burnstein USA 53.33
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #3
1 Tony Carroll USA 73.33
2 Jason Bannatyne CAN 60.00
3 Rusty Malinoski CAN 55.00
4 Austin Hair USA 50.00
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #4
1 Harley Clifford AUS 75.00
2 Dean Smith AUS 66.67
3 Aaron Rathy CAN 61.67
4 JD Webb USA 51.67
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #5
1 Phillip Soven USA 78.33
2 Chad Sharpe CAN 70.00
3 AJ Racinelli USA 63.33
4 Sam Thomson AUS 50.00
Written by: Rockstar Energy Drink
Phillip Soven Wins in Fort Worth on 22nd Birthday Wing, Powers Come Up Big in Texas
Fort Worth, Tex. – Despite the blistering 98° weather today, wakeboarding’s top pro riders turned up the heat in Texas to wrap up one of the most exciting stops yet on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink. The final rounds of action, held on the waters of Texas MasterCraft’s Lake Moser, were filled with upsets that ultimately led to three winners being crowned in Fort Worth.
The Pro Men’s division kicked off the Pro Tour’s last day in Texas with preliminary rounds, narrowing the field of 20 riders down to six for the final rounds of action.
Among the six finalists was defending Pro Tour titlist Phillip Soven, who celebrated his 22nd birthday today. The birthday boy faced off in stacked heat that included his younger brother Bob Soven, current points-leader Harley Clifford, former world champ Rusty Malinoski, world-record holder JD Webb and Canadian rail-master Olivier Derome.
The scorching weather and constant riding fatigued most of the finalist, causing several unfortunate falls. However, top seed, Harley Clifford, managed to put together what appeared to be a winning run, but not before the birthday boy could blow out his candles to narrowly edge out Clifford 95.50 to 95.00.
“This is an awesome birthday present,” Soven joked about his win today. “I worked really hard to win this contest and I’m excited to be leaving Fort Worth with the win.”
Today’s win marks Soven’s second consecutive victory in Fort Worth. Clifford and Rusty Malinoski rounded out the podium, respectively.
Phillip Soven has now twice won a Pro Tour contest on his birthday. The now 22-year-old Florida native captured his first-ever Pro Tour stop win on his 15th birthday in Reno, Nev.
With today’s win, Soven breaks the tie with Harley Clifford in the Pro Tour standings to take the top spot with 190 points.
In the Pro Women’s division, all eyes were on Nicola Butler to see if she could set the record for most consecutive Fort Worth tour stop wins at four during today’s finals. The current world champion was on pace to set the record, but suffered a crucial fall on a Tantrum, giving the edge to Amber Wing, with her stand-up run.
Wing took first place today with a score 66.67, less than seven points more than Butler’s score of 60.00. Melissa Marquardt rounded out the podium in third place.
“I thought Nicola had it; I was cheering for her,” said Wing. “But I did my run, stood up both my passes and came out on top. I’m really pumped to win this tour stop.”
With today’s win, Wing leads the Pro Women’s Queen of Wake point standings with 290 points. Butler and Marquardt also round out the top three in the standings, respectively.
In the Jr. Pro Men’s finals, the division almost saw an exact repeat of the Pro Tour season opener, with Dylan Prideaux, Josh Twelker and Shota Tezuka returning to the last round of action. Rounding out the four-man final was 2010 Jr. Pro Tour runner-up Daniel Powers.
Shota Tezuka, the current points-leader, appeared to have the edge in the competition, but Daniel Powers’s Heelside 720 off the double up helped surge the 2011 Masters winner to the top of the podium, winning his first Pro Tour stop of the season.
“It feels awesome,” Powers commented on his win today. “Coming off a win at the Masters was a good confidence booster for me, especially after what happened in Acworth.”
Tezuka and Twelker rounded out the podium, respectively.
With today’s win, Powers sits in fifth place overall in the Jr. Pro Men’s point standings with 143 points. Tezuka remains the points-leader with 190 points.
Also walking away a winner in Fort Worth today is Thailand’s Padiwat Jaemjan, who won the Rockstar Energy Drink Big-Air Kicker Contest, a $1,000 cash prize, after landing a massive Cab Glide.
With the second stop of the 2011 season all wrapped up, the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink will now head to Colorado Springs, Colo., on June 10 & 11. Additional 2011 Pro Tour venues include Acworth, Ga., Monroe, Wash., and Knoxville, Tenn.
For more information on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, please visit www.prowakeboardtour.com, or connect with us via Facebook (www.facebook.com/kingofwake) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/thekingofwake).
The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: MasterCraft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Overton’s, Indmar, Peavey, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, Sayiwon’t, Epiphone and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.
About MasterCraft
MasterCraft is the exclusive towboat for the Pro Wakeboard Tour, as it has been since the tour’s wakeboarding events began in 1992.
About Rockstar Energy Drink
ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available in eighteen amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, Roasted Light Vanilla, Cola, Recovery Lemonade, Recovery Orange, Recovery Grape, Pink, and 2X. ROCKSTAR ENERGY SHOTS are available in Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavors. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available at convenience and grocery retail outlets across the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Greece, Mexico, the Philippines and throughout the United Kingdom. Go to www.rockstar69.com or www.facebook.com/rockstar for athlete and event updates, videos, profiles, and product information.
About Indmar
Indmar is the world’s largest privately held manufacturer of gasoline powered inboard marine engines. Indmar Marine Engines have led the market on dependability, longevity, and performance for decades.
About TransWorld WAKEBOARDING Magazine
TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine is the leader in wake-sports media by delivering the best instruction, latest product reviews, insider knowledge and the finest photography. TransWorld WAKEBOARDING accurately defines the wake-riding lifestyle by offering a broad range of content, which helps wake enthusiasts become better riders and enjoy their time on and off the water.
June 4 – Final Results:
Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Phillip Soven USA 95.50
2 Harley Clifford AUS 95.00
3 Rusty Malinoski CAN 80.00
4 Olivier Derome CAN 70.00
5 JD Webb USA 46.67
6 Bob Soven USA 36.67
Pro Women
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Amber Wing AUS 66.67
2 Nicola Butler GBR 60.00
3 Melissa Marquardt USA 52.67
4 Raimi Merritt USA 50.00
5 Anna Hajek USA 41.67
6 Emily Durham USA 35.00
Jr. Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Daniel Powers USA 92.75
2 Shota Tezuka JPN 83.00
3 Joshua Twelker USA 82.25
4 Dylan Prideaux AUS 82.00
Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #1
1 Bob Soven USA 86.67
2 Phillip Soven USA 68.33
3 Rusty Malinoski CAN 65.17
4 Tony Carroll USA 56.67
5 Steel Lafferty USA 51.67
Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #2
1 Harley Clifford AUS 85.00
2 Olivier Derome CAN 75.00
3 JD Webb USA 63.33
4 Aaron Rathy CAN 56.00
5 AJ Racinelli USA 40.00
Jr. Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #1
1 Joshua Twelker USA 92.50
2 Dylan Prideaux AUS 91.25
3 Jacob Valdez USA 81.50
4 Kyle Evans USA 71.00
5 Paulie Koch USA 63.75
Jr. Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #2
1 Daniel Powers USA 96.25
2 Shota Tezuka JPN 89.25
3 Michael Dowdy USA 81.50
4 Morgan Pederson USA 68.75
5 Marc Kroon NED 64.25
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #1
1 Aaron Rathy CAN 73.33
2 Rusty Malinoski CAN 68.33
3 Padiwat Jaemjan THA 60.00
4 Trevor Hansen USA 50.00
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #2
1 Bob Soven USA 75.00
2 Tony Carroll USA 66.67
3 Austin Hair USA 58.33
4 Danny Thollander USA 55.00
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #3
1 Olivier Derome CAN 76.67
2 Steel Lafferty USA 68.17
3 Andrew Adkison USA 65.00
4 Jason Bannatyne CAN 51.67
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #4
1 Phillip Soven USA 78.33
2 AJ Racinelli USA 68.33
3 Kyle Rattray CAN 62.67
4 Jeff House USA 48.33
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round– Heat #5
1 Harley Clifford AUS 83.33
2 JD Webb USA 68.33
3 Nick Jones USA 51.67
4 Tom Fooshee USA 43.33
Written by: Rockstar Energy Drink
Clifford, Marquardt Win Acworth Pro Tour Stop
Tezuka Becomes First Japanese Rider to Win a Pro Tour Event
Acworth, Ga. – Fans packed the shores of Lake Allatoona at Dallas Landing Park today to catch the final rounds of action at the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour stop in Acworth, Ga. The sport’s top pros spent the day battling it out behind the MasterCraft X-Star for wins in the Jr. Pro Men, Pro Women and Pro Men’s divisions.
The Pro Men’s division kicked off the Pro Tour’s last day in Acworth, narrowing the field of 20 riders down to six for the final round of action.
Rookie Steel Lafferty and Seattle’s Nick Jones both made their Pro Men finals debut today against several wakeboarding heavyweights, including former Pro Tour titlist Harley Clifford and reigning champ Phillip Soven.
Both newcomers put up a respectable showing, with Lafferty and Jones finishing in third and fourth place, respectively.
Top seed Phillip Soven appeared to have an edge on the competition in the finals, but ultimately fell short to winner Harley Clifford, who pulled off the upset to take first place in Acworth.
“I’m so stoked to start the season with a win,” said Clifford. “Phil [Soven] is always tough to go up against, but I rode really well today and came out on top.”
Today’s win marks Clifford’s second consecutive victory in Acworth.
Also walking away a winner in Acworth today is current wakeboard world champion Dean Smith. The 26-year-old Australian won the Rockstar Energy Drink Big-Air Kick Contest, a $1,000 cash prize, after landing a massive Hootchie Backside 360.
In the Pro Women’s division, all eyes were on top seed Amber Wing and former Pro Tour titlist Nicola Butler to see who would come out on top in the finals. But neither favorite would take the win in the six-woman final, as California’s Melissa Marquardt pulled off the upset to claim her first Pro Tour stop victory.
“I’m a little shocked, I didn’t expect to win,” said Marquardt. “But now that I have, I’m stoked about it.”
Marquardt, 27, of Canyon Lake, Calif. landed a massive Back Roll to Blind and a Toeside 540 in her final run to post the winning score of 71.67. Wing and Butler rounded out the top three, respectively.
In the Jr. Pro Men’s division, history was made today, as Shota Tezuka became the first Japanese rider ever to win a Pro Tour event. Tezuka, 17, from Gotenba, Japan, blew the competition out of the water in the four-man final, posting a score of 97.00, a 13-point difference from his next closest competitor. Jacob Valdez and Aussie Dylan Prideaux rounded out the Jr. Pro Men’s podium, respectively.
“It feels awesome, I’m very excited,” Tezuka commented on his win today. “I rode really well, had fun and won.”
In addition to winning the Jr. Pro Men’s finals today, Tezuka turned heads in Acworth, beating out Rusty Malinoski and special guest Parks Bonifay in the Overton’s Double Up Contest. Tezuka took home the $1,000 cash prize for landing a massive Heelside Frontside 900 off the double up.
With the first stop of the season all wrapped up, the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink will now head to Fort Worth, Tex., on June 2-4. Additional 2011 Pro Tour venues include Colorado Springs, Colo., Monroe, Wash., and Knoxville, Tenn.
For more information on the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, please visit www.prowakeboardtour.com, or connect with us via Facebook (www.facebook.com/kingofwake) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/thekingofwake).
The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: MasterCraft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Overton’s, Indmar, Peavey, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, Sayiwon’t, Epiphone and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.
About MasterCraft
MasterCraft is the exclusive towboat for the Pro Wakeboard Tour, as it has been since the tour’s wakeboarding events began in 1992.
About Rockstar Energy Drink
ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available in eighteen amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, Roasted Light Vanilla, Cola, Recovery Lemonade, Recovery Orange, Recovery Grape, Pink, and 2X. ROCKSTAR ENERGY SHOTS are available in Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavors. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available at convenience and grocery retail outlets across the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Greece, Mexico, the Philippines and throughout the United Kingdom. Go to www.rockstar69.com or www.facebook.com/rockstar for athlete and event updates, videos, profiles, and product information.
About Indmar
Indmar is the world’s largest privately held manufacturer of gasoline powered inboard marine engines. Indmar Marine Engines have led the market on dependability, longevity, and performance for decades.
About TransWorld WAKEBOARDING Magazine
TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine is the leader in wake-sports media by delivering the best instruction, latest product reviews, insider knowledge and the finest photography. TransWorld WAKEBOARDING accurately defines the wake-riding lifestyle by offering a broad range of content, which helps wake enthusiasts become better riders and enjoy their time on and off the water.
May 21 Results:
Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Harley Clifford AUS 85.00
2 Phillip Soven USA 80.0
3 Steel Lafferty USA 60.00
4 Nick Jones USA 57.50
5 Bob Soven USA 55.00
6 Adam Errington USA 45.00
Pro Women
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Melissa Marquardt USA 71.67
2 Amber Wing AUS 66.67
3 Nicola Butler GBR 58.33
4 Emily Durham USA 53.33
5 Anna Hajek USA 46.67
6 Raimi Merritt USA 36.67
Jr. Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1 Shota Tezuka JPN 97.00
2 Jacob Valdez USA 84.00
3 Dylan Prideaux AUS 83.50
4 Joshua Twelker USA 75.50
Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #1
1 Harley Clifford AUS 76.67
2 Adam Errington USA 65.00
3 Bob Soven USA 60.17
4 Rusty Malinoski CAN 54.00
5 Corey Bradley USA 48.33
Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #2
1 Phillip Soven USA 73.33
2 Nick Jones USA 60.00
3 Steel Lafferty USA 53.33
4 Kyle Rattray CAN 45.00
5 Trevor Hansen USA 40.00
Jr. Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #1
1 Shota Tezuka JPN 97.25
2 Joshua Twelker USA 85.75
3 Freddie Wayne USA 72.75
4 Gunnar Shuler USA 65.75
5 Michael Dowdy USA 65.00
Jr. Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #2
1 Dylan Prideaux AUS 96.25
2 Jacob Valdez USA 89.75
3 Kyle Evans USA 76.50
4 Mark Kroon NED 69.50
5 Gordon Harrison USA 68.00
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round – Heat #1
1 Bob Soven USA 74.17
2 Nick Jones USA 73.33
3 Andrew Adkison USA 60.00
4 Kirby Liesmann USA 53.33
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round – Heat #2
1 Steel Lafferty USA 65.00
2 Adam Errington USA 60.00
3 Dean Smith AUS 53.33
4 Olivier Derome CAN 50.00
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round – Heat #3
1 Trevor Hansen USA 70.00
2 Rusty Malinoski CAN 56.67
3 AJ Racinelli USA 45.00
4 Shaun Murray USA 38.33
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round – Heat #4
1 Harley Clifford AUS 80.00
2 Kyle Rattray CAN 70.00
3 Jimmy LaRiche USA 58.33
4 Danny Burnstein USA 50.00
Pro Men
Quarterfinal Round – Heat #5
1 Phillip Soven USA 71.67
2 Corey Bradley USA 63.33
3 Austin Hair USA 55.00
4 Phillip Aslinger USA 45.00
Written by: Rockstar Energy Drink
For Immediate Release
Three New Venues Featured on
2011 King of Wake Schedule
Orlando, Fla. — The King of Wake — the world’s elite pro wakeboarding series — announced today the dates and locations for its 2011 season, with three new venues highlighting its upcoming schedule. The series will make eight stops throughout the United States, beginning in Orlando, Fla. and wrapping up in Knoxville, Tenn.
The 2011 season will open with the Wake Games on April 28-May 1 at the Orlando Watersports Complex in Orlando, Fla. The Wake Games have become a kickoff tradition for the series, opening every King of Wake season since 2007.
The series will then continue the season with four stops on the Pro Wakeboard Tour, including Acworth, Ga., on May 21; Fort Worth, Tex., June 4; Colorado Springs, Colo., June 11 and its newest venue in the greater Seattle area of Monroe, Wash., on July 9. Monroe will mark the first time the King of Wake series has ever been held in the Pacific Northwest and the first time the Pro Tour has been held in Washington state since 1995.
Following Monroe, the King of Wake will make its debut at two more new venues, with WWA National Championships making its first-ever appearance on the Mississippi River in downtown Minneapolis, Minn., on July 27-31, followed by the WWA World Championships debut at The Precedent in Indianapolis, Ind., on Aug. 18-21.
The King of Wake season will end with the Pro Tour finale at Volunteer Landing in Knoxville, Tenn., on Aug. 27 & 28. Both a Pro Tour and a King of Wake champion will be crowned in Knoxville.
The Chase for the Crown, which limits the King of Wake crown to the top 10 riders in the standings midway through the season, will begin following the Pro Tour’s stop in Monroe. Only the 10 riders involved in the Chase will have their point totals adjusted and have the remaining three stops to top each other in the standings for the overall title.
Last year, Phillip Soven took home the King of Wake crown – his third of his career – after edging out Australian phenom Harley Clifford and younger brother Bob Soven, who finished second and third in the 2010 standing, respectively.
2011 King of Wake Schedule
DATES CITY EVENT VENUE
April 28-May 1 Orlando, Fla. Wake Games Orlando Watersports Complex
May 21 Acworth, Ga. Pro Wakeboard Tour: Stop #1 Dallas Landing Park
June 4 Fort Worth, Tex. Pro Wakeboard Tour: Stop #2 Texas MasterCraft
June 11 Colorado Springs, Colo. Pro Wakeboard Tour: Stop #3 Memorial Park
July 9 Monroe, Wash. Pro Wakeboard Tour: Stop #4 Lake Tye
July 27-31 Minneapolis, Minn. WWA National Championships Downtown Minneapolis
Aug. 18-21 Indianapolis, Ind. WWA World Championships The Precedent
Aug. 27 & 28 Knoxville, Tenn. Pro Wakeboard Tour: Stop #5 Volunteer Landing
For more event information, including daily schedules, tickets, results, standings, photos, videos, athlete bios and more, visit www.transworldwake.com.
About ROCKSTAR
ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available in eighteen amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, Roasted Light Vanilla, Cola, Recovery Lemonade, Recovery Orange, Recovery Grape, Pink, and 2X. ROCKSTAR ENERGY SHOTS are available in Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavors. ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK is available at convenience and grocery retail outlets across the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Greece, Mexico, the Philippines and throughout the United Kingdom. Go to www.rockstar69.com or www.facebook.com/rockstar for athlete and event updates, videos, profiles, and product information.
About TransWorld WAKEBOARDING Magazine
TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine is the leader in wake-sports media by delivering the best instruction, latest product reviews, insider knowledge and the finest photography. TransWorld WAKEBOARDING accurately defines the wake-riding lifestyle by offering a broad range of content, which helps wake enthusiasts become better riders and enjoy their time on and off the water.
About King of Wake
The King of Wake is the world’s elite pro wakeboarding series, attracting the sport’s top athletes from throughout the globe. Over the course of a season, athletes compete for the ultimate wakeboarding crown in a series points race of eight events throughout the United States to see who rules the wake. The 2011 series consists of the Wake Games, the WWA National Championships, the WWA World Championships and all five stops on the Pro Wakeboard Tour. The King of Wake is organized by World Sports & Marketing – the leading wake-events producer since 1988.
Written by: Rockstar Energy Drink
For Immediate Release
2011 WWA Wakeboard World Championships Debuts in Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Ind. — One of the largest and most prestigious action-sports events on the planet is set to make its debut in Indianapolis, Ind., when the ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra arrives at the Precedent on Aug. 18-21. More than 200 professional and amateur wakeboarders and wakeskaters from across the globe will compete in the 18th annual invitation-only event for a shot at a world title.
Since its inception in 1994, the ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra has attracted more than 1,000 competitors from more than 20 countries. Competitors, ranging from 7 years old to 55 years young, earn their invitation to the WWA Worlds by qualifying at their respective countries’ national championships.
At the WWA Worlds, athletes compete in heats through a series of rounds during the course of the contest. In each heat, competitors perform rail tricks and aerial maneuvers while being pulled along the water by the event’s official towboat, the Supra Launch 242. Tricks are judged by a panel of officials, with only the top-scoring athletes in each heat advancing on to the following round of the contest, until a winner is determined in the finals.
The 2011 ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra will feature 23 division categories, separated by age, gender, sport and skill level. The WWA Worlds has also added two new adaptive categories for wake athletes with limb loss and limb difference. The event is highlighted by its top two categories — the Pro Men’s and Pro Women’s divisions.
Last year, Dean Smith became the first Australian native to win the world title in the Pro Men’s division, while British standout Nicola Butler captured her second world title in three years in the Pro Women’s division. Both world champions are expected to compete in the 2011 WWA Worlds to defend their titles.
The action isn’t just on the water — on land, the ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra features great food and music; pro athlete autograph signings; chances to win freebies; and shopping at the most cutting-edge stores for water-sports equipment including boats, wakeboards, wakeskates, sunglasses and the latest in wakeboarding and surfing fashions.
The 2011 ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra is free to the public during its first two days of competition, but switches to a ticketed event beginning Saturday, Aug. 20. Tickets are available at the gate: $13 (adult); $5 (ages 6-12); free (ages 5 and under); or $7 (adult) if purchased online.
For more information on the ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra, visit www.transworldwake.com.
The WWA Worlds also serves as part of the Wakeboard World Series and the King of Wake series.
The ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: Rockstar Energy Drink, Supra boats, WWA, Overton’s, Indmar, Peavey, Mona Vie, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, Sayiwon’t and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.
About Rockstar Energy Drink
ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars. Rockstar Energy Drink is available in thirteen amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, Roasted Light Vanilla, Cola, and Recovery. Rockstar Energy Shots are available in Wild Berry and Tropical Punch flavors. Rockstar Energy Drink is available at convenience and grocery retail outlets across the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, and throughout the United Kingdom.
About Supra
Supra is the official tow boat of the ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships. Celebrating more than 30 years of excellence in the marine industry, Supra pioneered rider-friendly boats that feature innovative hull designs, adjustable wakes and versatile seating with sleek and sexy styling.
About WWA
The WWA Wakeboard World Championships is the solely owned property of the World Wakeboard Association (WWA). The WWA also owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard Nationals, WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown and WWA Wake Park Nationals. With 27 affiliate countries worldwide, the WWA is the global leader in the sport of wake. The WWA is a rider-formed organization dedicated to promoting and growing wake sports worldwide. It is the leading source for riders, event organizers and competitive standards. For more information on the WWA and its events, check out www.thewwa.com.
About TransWorld WAKEBOARDING Magazine
TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine is the leader in wake-sports media by delivering the best instruction, latest product reviews, insider knowledge and finest photography. TransWorld WAKEBOARDING accurately defines the wake-riding lifestyle by offering a broad range of content, which helps wake enthusiasts become better riders and enjoy their time on and off the water.
About King of Wake
The King of Wake is the world’s elite pro wakeboarding series, attracting the sport’s top athletes from across the globe. Over the course of a season, athletes compete for the ultimate wakeboarding crown in a series points race of eight events throughout the United States to see who rules the wake. The 2011 series consists of the Wake Games, the WWA National Championships, the WWA World Championships and all five stops on the Pro Wakeboard Tour. The King of Wake is organized by World Sports & Marketing — the leading wake-events producer since 1988.
