Friday, August 28, 2009

WWA Wakeboard Worlds - Day 1 of 4

WWA Wakeboard Worlds - Day 1 of 4

Amateur Wakeboarders Kick Off World Championships

Date: 8/27/09
Author: WSM Press Release

Orlando, Fla. - The top amateur wake athletes from throughout the globe hit the waters of the Orlando Watersports Complex in Orlando, Florida today for the first day of action at the 2009 ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra.

The 2009 Worlds, which kicked off today and runs through Sunday, August 30, is a four-day-long event featuring pro and amateur wakeboarders and wakeskaters from around the world, including Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Korea, China, Columbia, Argentina, Sweden, France, Brazil, Mexico, Great Britain, Canada and the United States, vying for world titles in 20 different divisions, separated by age and skill level.

Athletes compete by performing rail tricks and aerial stunts while being towed on the water behind the official towboat of the '09 Worlds, the Supra Launch 24V, at a speed of approximately 25mph. Tricks are scored by a panel of judges, with only the top-scoring athletes advancing in each round of the contest until a winner is determined in the finals.

The ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra kicked off its first day with semifinal rounds for 12 of the 20 divisions, where riders battled it out on the water for a spot in their respective division final, held tomorrow.

Also competing today were the riders of the Jr. Pro Men division for their quarterfinal round. The field of 25 riders was narrowed down to 12 for tomorrow's semifinals. Among the 12 semifinalists are Bob Soven of Longwood, Fla. and Mitch Langfield of Brisbane, Aus., as the two riders paced their respective heats with a perfect score of 100 points.

The event will run from 8:00am to 4:00pm on Friday, August 28, 8:00am to 4:30pm on Saturday, August 29 and 9:00am to 4:00pm on Sunday, August 30.

In addition to all the action of the water, on land fans will experience tons of great music and food, athlete autograph signings, chances to win freebies and shopping at the most cutting-edge stores offering water-sports equipment, including boats, wakeboards, wakeskates, sunglasses and the latest in wakeboarding and surfing fashions.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate on event dates for $10 (general admission), $5 (ages 6-12) or free (ages 5 and under).

For daily schedules, results, standings, photos, videos, athlete bios and more, please visit www.allisports.com.

The Wakeboard World Championships is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla. The Worlds has the support of the following sponsors: Rockstar Energy Drink, Supra boats, Mona Vie, the U.S. Air Force, Indmar, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Gator Boards, Oakley, WWA, Ride the Wake, FUEL TV and Allisports.com.

The World Wakeboard Association (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.

Supra is the official tow boat of the WWA Wakeboard World Championships. Celebrating 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.

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 eleven amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, and Roasted Light Vanilla. 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, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, and throughout the United Kingdom.

Media PartnersTo catch all the high-flying, rail-sliding, water-sports action of the King of Wake series, tune in to FUEL TV - the official television partner of the King of Wake. WakeBoarding, published by Bonnier Corp., is the official magazine of the King of Wake series. Read about all things wakeboarding, with expert coverage of professional instruction, gear, boats and news.

King of WakeViewed as the world's elite pro wakeboarding circuit, the King of Wake series has attracted the sport's top athletes from throughout the globe. With more than $300,000 in prize money over the eight-event season, athletes compete during the course of the year to be named the "King of Wake" - an award based on points accumulated at each stop of the series. Events include the Wake Games, the WWA Wakeboard National Championships, the WWA Wakeboard 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.

Alli, the Alliance of Action SportsAlli, the Alliance of Action Sports, is a global business that encompasses national and international action sports tours and events, multimedia production and a consumer facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, China Invitational, Maloof Money Cup, AMA Motocross Championship, King of Wake series and the Free Flow Tour; Alli Productions, which creates original content, produces and presents content with partners, and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes. The Alli properties are home to more than 550,000 spectators each year and broadcasts more than 150 hours of original content in 100 countries and 280 million homes worldwide. More information can be found at allisports.com.

Day 1 Results

Jr. Pro Men Quarterfinal (top two riders in each heat advance)

Heat #1
1. Taylor Kress (USA) - 95.50
2. Jacob Valdez (USA) - 91.50
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3. Freddie Wayne (USA) - 77.25
4. Michael Dowdy (USA) - 75.75

Heat #2
1. Steel Lafferty (USA) - 96.50
2. Alex Graydon (USA) - 86.75
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3. Johnny Tobabaen (USA) - 83.25
4. Hunter Stich (USA) - 73.50

Heat #3
1. Daniel Powers (USA) - 94.25
2. Pierce Homsey (USA) - 88.25
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3. Joshua Twelker (USA) - 83.25
4. Daniel Dyck (CAN) - 74.25

Heat #4
1. Nick Galotifore (USA) - 94.00
2. Kyle Evans (USA) - 85.50
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3. Jarrod Askew (AUS) - 81.00
4. Kelton Collins (USA) - 79.50

Heat #5
1. Bob Soven (USA) - 100.00
2. Julian Cohen (USA) - 90.00
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3. John Jeffries (USA) - 77.25
4. Connor Bitton (USA) - 72.75

Heat #6
1. Mitch Langfield (AUS) - 100.00
2. Raphael Derome (CAN) - 90.00
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3. Toshiki Yasui (JPN) - 76.50
4. Youki Okumura (JPN) - 64.25
5. Gunnar Shuler (USA) - 52.75

Jr. Men Semifinal (top two riders in each heat advance)

Heat #1
1. Morgan Pederson (USA) - 60.00
2. Keenan Allen (USA) - 54.33
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3. Jackie Sly (USA) - 43.33
4. Nick Vaccari (USA) - 35.00

Heat #2
1. Bryan Kryzda (MEX) - 64.00
2. Danny Faulkner (USA) - 51.00
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3. Brandon Canney (USA) - 41.67
4. Cody Prizer (USA) - 35.00

Heat #3
1. Clay Fraley (USA) - 61.00
2. Justin Payton (USA) - 48.00
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3. Will Green (USA) - 45.67
4. Daniel Pate (USA) - 25.00

Jr. Boys Beginner Semifinal (top two riders in each heat advance)

Heat #1
1. Kade Kasey (USA) - 61.00
2. Mat Doke (USA) - 47.33
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3. Benjamin Brown (USA) - 41.67
4. Jaden Reichl (USA) - NS

Heat #2
1. Jack Dorrestijn (USA) - 61.33
2. Heiden Hein (USA) - 53.67
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3. Hunter Henderson (USA) - 40.67
4. Matias Gutierrez (COL) - 30.67

Jr. Boys Semifinal (top two riders advance)
1. Mitch Kappler (USA) - 60.00
2. Nicholas Brown (USA) - 52.33
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3. Ian Rabon (USA) - 42.67
4. Cobe France (AUS) - 32.00

Boys Beginner Semifinal (top three riders advance)
1. Jonathan Abendroth (USA) - 66.67
2. Braxton Feemster (USA) - 60.00
3. Zandon Feemster (USA) - 50.67
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4. Merrett Fay (USA) - 41.33
5. Andrew Starling (USA) - 32.67
6. Yuki Takou (JPN) - 24.00

Boys Semifinal (top two riders in each heat advance)

Heat #1
1. Jason Soven (USA) - 61.67
2. Noah Flegel (USA) - 58.67
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3. Robby Holihan (USA) - 47.67
4. Chandler Frost (USA) - 34.00

Heat #2
1. Paulie Koch (USA) - 68.67
2. Gus Shuler (USA) - 58.33
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3. Landon Kasey (USA) - 42.33
4. Gunner Daft (USA) - 34.00

Heat #3
1. Tony Iacconi (AUS) - 74.67
2. Logan McCracken (USA) - 54.00
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3. Ben Watts (USA) - 42.00
4. Natsuki Takahashi (JPN) - 34.00
5. Zach Brown (USA) - 25.67

Jr. Women Semifinal (all riders advance)
1. Emylee Wright (USA) - 70.67
2. Megan Blaschka (USA) - 60.00
3. Carolina Rodriguez (MEX) - 40.67
4. Jasmine Lally (USA) - 35.00
5. Leah Gibney (USA) - 27.67

Girls Semifinal (top four riders advance)
1. Taylor McCullough (USA) - 72.78
2. Rachel Orgill (USA) - 58.89
3. Katelyn Fenner (USA) - 56.00
4. Delanie Parker (USA) - 48.56
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5. Charmane Lally (USA) - 36.67
6. Maite Gutierrez (COL) - 31.78
7. Emily Harmon (USA) - 18.44

Masters Women Semifinal (top three riders advance)
1. Allison Blaha (USA) - 56.66
2. Kat Laird (USA) - 51.78
3. Jennifer Busser (USA) - 36.22
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4. Susan Sheehan (USA) - 31.78
5. Geri Robertson (USA) - 27.56
6. Elizabeth Freeman (USA) - 24.11

Amateur Wakeskate Semifinal (top three riders advance)
1. Matt Haydon (USA) - 80.00
2. Michael Roeder (USA) - 71.67
3. Jim Branton (USA) - 56.67
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4. Shinya Kondo (JPN) - 41.67
5. Devin Canney (USA) - 31.67
6. Barna Becsek (CHN) - 25.00

Veterans Semifinal (top four riders advance)
1. Matt Vermillion (USA) - 70.00
2. Gonzalo Renosto (ARG) - 63.89
3. Faron Kelsh (USA) - 53.33
4. Tommy Fambrough (USA) - 52.75
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5. Camilo Gutierrez (COL) - 44.44
6. Shinobu Yamagishi (USA) - 37.22
7. Michael Fay (USA) - 30.00

Men II Semifinal (top four riders advance)
1. Duston Swafford (USA) - 71.11
2. Nick Link (USA) - 65.28
3. Kyle Green (USA) - 63.33
4. Jesse Dunbar (USA) - 50.56
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5. Brian White (USA) - 47.22
6. Brad Gearhart (USA) - 41.67
7. Tatsuya Sagara (JPN) - 34.44

Jr. Women Semifinal (all riders advance)
1. Kanako Ooto (JPN) - 45.00
2. Ashley Gwartney (USA) - 32.20

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Wakeboard Worlds!



Wakeboard World Titles
Up for Grabs in Orlando

Date: 8/26/09
Author: WSM Press Release

Orlando, Fla. - For the first time since 2004, world titles for the sport of wakeboarding and wakeskating will be up for grabs in Orlando, Fla., as the ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra returns to the Orlando Watersports Complex on August 27-30, 2009.

Nearly 200 wake athletes, representing several countries, including Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Korea, Columbia, Argentina, Sweden, France, Brazil, Mexico, England, Canada and the United States, will vie for world titles in 20 different divisions, separated by age and skill level.

Athletes compete by performing rail tricks and aerial stunts, while being towed on the water behind the official towboat of the '09 Worlds, the Supra Launch 24V, at a speed of approximately 25mph. Tricks are scored by a panel of judges, with only the top-scoring athletes advancing in each round of the contest until a winner is determined in the finals.

Last year, the 2008 Worlds featured 16 divisions, with 13 titles going to the United States and one title each going to Australia, Canada and England.

In addition to the world titles, the 2009 Worlds serves as the final contest in the King of Wake and Queen of Wake series for the pro men and women's divisions. The highest points-earner in each series will be awarded their respective crown, following the Worlds trophy presentation.

The 2009 ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra is a four-day-long carnival of water-sports action. But not all of the action takes place on the water. On land, fans will experience tons of great music and food, athlete autograph signings, chances to win freebies, and shopping at the most cutting-edge stores offering water-sports equipment, including boats, wakeboards, wakeskates, sunglasses and the latest in wakeboarding and surfing fashions.

The event will run from 8:00am to 7:00pm on Thursday, August 27; 8:00am to 4:00pm on Friday, August 28; 8:00am to 4:30pm on Saturday, August 29; 9:90am to 4:00pm on Sunday, August 30.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate on event dates for $10 (general admission), $5 (ages 6-12) or free (ages 5 and under).

For daily schedules, results, standings, photos, videos, athlete bios and more, please visit www.allisports.com.

The WWA Wakeboard World Championships is also the fifth stop on the 2009 WWA Wakeboard World Series - an international showcase for the sport, which in its fifth year has visited four continents across the globe.

The World Wakeboard Association (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.

The Wakeboard World Championships is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla. The Worlds has the support of the following sponsors: Rockstar Energy Drink, Supra boats, Mona Vie, the U.S. Air Force, Indmar, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Gator Boards, Oakley, WWA, Ride the Wake, FUEL TV and Allisports.com.

Supra is the official tow boat of the WWA Wakeboard World Championships. Celebrating 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.

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 eleven amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, and Roasted Light Vanilla. 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, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, and throughout the United Kingdom.

Media PartnersTo catch all the high-flying, rail-sliding, water-sports action of the King of Wake series, tune in to FUEL TV - the official television partner of the King of Wake. WakeBoarding, published by Bonnier Corp., is the official magazine of the King of Wake series. Read about all things wakeboarding, with expert coverage of professional instruction, gear, boats and news.

King of WakeViewed as the world's elite pro wakeboarding circuit, the King of Wake series has attracted the sport's top athletes from throughout the globe. With more than $300,000 in prize money over the eight-event season, athletes compete during the course of the year to be named the "King of Wake" - an award based on points accumulated at each stop of the series. Events include the Wake Games, the WWA Wakeboard National Championships, the WWA Wakeboard 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.

Alli, the Alliance of Action SportsAlli, the Alliance of Action Sports, is a global business that encompasses national and international action sports tours and events, multimedia production and a consumer facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, China Invitational, Maloof Money Cup, AMA Motocross Championship, King of Wake series and the Free Flow Tour; Alli Productions, which creates original content, produces and presents content with partners, and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes. The Alli properties are home to more than 550,000 spectators each year and broadcasts more than 150 hours of original content in 100 countries and 280 million homes worldwide. More information can be found at allisports.com.

Thursday, August 20, 2009

The Vision - Supra's New Electronic Dash Scores Big With Boating Enthusiasts







The Vision - Supra's New Electronic Dash
Scores Big With Boating Enthusiasts

Date: 8/20/09
Author: Skier's Choice Press Release

Maryville, TN - Supra's new VISION system, or Video Information System with Integrated Onboard Network, is the brains of the company's rider-friendly boat control. Available for the first time in Supra's 2010 boat lineup, the VISION system is much more than just an LCD screen in the dash. It's a fully integrated boat control network that greatly improves the overall boating experience.

With VISION, you can create user profiles that automatically adjust ballast levels, wake plate settings and cruise speeds for every rider in your crew. The system's GPS chart plotting lets you pinpoint your location at all times, and you can always find your way back to the dock with VISION's built-in tracking system. Access the multimedia system and control the stereo while also watching video from a tower camera or handheld camcorder. VISION even makes it possible to hook up your video iPod and watch instructional videos that you download from the web.

While there are several other dashboard color displays on the market, the VISION is the only system available that integrates ballast monitoring and control; speed-based automatic Smart Plate control; Zero Off GPS cruise; full GPS chart plotting with depth contours; a true iPod interface with a dedicated multimedia page; automatic speed-based stereo volume control; full engine diagnostics with code descriptions; dedicated day- and night-mode viewing; and much, much more. But the true beauty of the Supra VISION system is when you use it.

Supra spent more than three years developing and testing VISION to ensure that the system would be user- and rider-friendly. The developers spent hundreds of hours playing with user interfaces from a variety of similar systems (iPhones, handheld GPS units, smart phones, gaming systems, portable media players, integrated automotive control systems) with the goal of making a system that would allow anyone to sit in the driver's seat and have a fun and easy driving experience. The end result is a powerful system that anyone can control immediately.

About Skier's Choice
Skier's Choice, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of performance inboard wakeboard and water-ski towboats under the brand names Supra and Moomba. Supra has been a leader in the inboard industry since 1980 and is synonymous with innovative styling, luxurious interiors, highest construction quality, and unsurpassed wake performance. Moomba is a value-oriented brand that offers significant savings yet delivers performance and reliability equal to or better than other inboard brands. Skier's Choice sponsors the WWA World Wakeboard Championships as well as INT and NWL amateur events. Located in Maryville, Tenn., the company is closely held. For more information, please visit skierschoice.com.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Soven Brothers, Friday Win at Sparks Marina Malinoski Lands First-Ever 1080 in Contest

Soven Brothers, Friday Win at Sparks Marina
Malinoski Lands First-Ever 1080 in Contest

Date: 8/16/09
Author: WSM Press Release

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Sparks, Nev. - The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour wrapped-up its fifth and final stop of the 2009 season today in the greater Reno area of Sparks, Nevada, where the world's top pro riders hit the waters of Sparks Marina for the closing-rounds of action.

The Pro Men division battled it out on the water today in quarterfinal and semifinal rounds before Danny Harf, Harley Clifford, Rusty Malinoski and Phillip Soven hopped off the dock, respectively, for the four-man final.

Harf and Clifford both had impressive runs in the finals, but Malinoski was quick to answer back by landing a Switch Toeside 1080 - the first 1080 ever landed in a wakeboarding contest - to end their chances of winning. While Malinoski's 1080 was certainly the highlight of the finals, it wasn't enough to stop Phillip Soven from claiming the win at Sparks Marina, his second consecutive victory of the season. Malinoski and Clifford rounded out the contest podium, respectively.

Phillip Soven also claimed the ROCKSTAR Best Trick Award for his Backside 720 off of the U.S. Air Force kicker. The Award is a $1,000 cash prize.

Although Harley Clifford didn't win the final stop of the season, the 15-year-old rookie phenom's third-place finish today earned him enough points to win the overall Pro Tour title. Clifford now becomes only the second rider ever to win the overall title in his rookie year, behind wakeboarding legend Parks Bonifay, who won it in 1996. Clifford totaled 450 points throughout the five-stop season. Aaron Rathy finished the season in second place with 440 points and Phillip Soven rounded out the top three with 415 points.

In the Jr. Pro Men division, Steel Lafferty, Daniel Powers, Bob Soven and Aussie Mitch Langfield battled it out on the water in a four-man final for the top spot in the contest. All four amateur rippers threw down impressive runs, but top-seed Bob Soven emerged as the winner at Sparks Marina.

With today's victory, Soven claims his fifth consecutive win of the season, sweeping the five-stop tour to become the first amateur rider ever to sweep the Jr. Pro Men division. Bob's older brother, Phillip Soven, swept the Pro Men division during the 2008 Pro Tour.

The Sparks Marina Pro Tour stop also served as the fourth contest in the Queen of Wake series - a five-stop pro circuit for female wakeboarders. All eyes were on top-seed Dallas Friday today in the Pro Women division finals, as the current series points-leader was looking to break a four-year losing streak at Sparks Marina. While the competition in the six-woman final appeared to be tough, Friday edged defending Queen of Wake titlist Nicola Butler 92.00 to 90.50 to take the top spot at Sparks Marina, ending her winless streak there.

Dallas Friday now has a 25-point lead over Butler going in to the final stop of the Queen of Wake series.

Additional cities on the 2009 MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, included: Fort Worth, Tex., Pleasant Prairie, Wis., Knoxville, Tenn., and Elizabethtown, Ky.

For daily schedules, results, standings, photos, videos, athlete bios and more, please visit www.allisports.com.

The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla. The Pro Tour has the support of the following sponsors: MasterCraft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Mona Vie, the U.S. Air Force, Indmar, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Gator Boards, Oakley, Ride the Wake, FUEL TV and Allisports.com.

MasterCraft is the exclusive tow boat for the Pro Wakeboard Tour, as it has been since the tour's wakeboarding events began in 1992. Indmar Marine engines will provide the power for MasterCraft's X Series line of competition tow boats.

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 eleven amazing flavors: Original, Sugar Free, Zero Carb, Juiced Mango Orange Passion Fruit, Juiced Guava, Juiced Pomegranate, Tropical Punched, Punched Citrus, Roasted Mocha, Roasted Latte, and Roasted Light Vanilla. 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, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, The Netherlands, and throughout the United Kingdom.

Media PartnersTo catch all the high-flying, rail-sliding, water-sports action of the King of Wake series, tune in to FUEL TV - the official television partner of the King of Wake. WakeBoarding, published by Bonnier Corp., is the official magazine of the King of Wake series. Read about all things wakeboarding, with expert coverage of professional instruction, gear, boats and news.

King of WakeViewed as the world's elite pro wakeboarding circuit, the King of Wake series has attracted the sport's top athletes from throughout the globe. With more than $300,000 in prize money over the eight-event season, athletes compete during the course of the year to be named the "King of Wake" - an award based on points accumulated at each stop of the series. Events include the Wake Games, the WWA Wakeboard National Championships, the WWA Wakeboard 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.

Alli, the Alliance of Action SportsAlli, the Alliance of Action Sports, is a global business that encompasses national and international action sports tours and events, multimedia production and a consumer facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, China Invitational, Maloof Money Cup, AMA Motocross Championship, King of Wake series and the Free Flow Tour; Alli Productions, which creates original content, produces and presents content with partners, and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes. The Alli properties are home to more than 550,000 spectators each year and broadcasts more than 150 hours of original content in 100 countries and 280 million homes worldwide. More information can be found at allisports.com.

Top 10 Overall PWT Pro Men Rankings
1. Harley Clifford (AUS) - 450
2. Aaron Rathy (CAN) - 440
3. Phillip Soven (USA) - 415
4. Andrew Adkison (USA) - 365
5. Rusty Malinoski (CAN) - 341
6. Olivier Derome (CAN) - 281
7. Danny Harf (USA) - 257
8. Jimmy LaRiche (USA) - 257
9. Dean Smith (AUS) - 252
10. Trevor Hansen (USA) - 250
Click here for the rest of the Pro Men rankings

Top 10 OVERALL PWT Jr. Pro Mem Rankings
1. Bob Soven (USA) - 500
2. Mitch Langfield (AUS) - 440
3. Steel Lafferty (USA) - 375
4. Daniel Powers (USA) - 370
5. Phillip Aslinger (USA) - 365
6. Jarrod Askew (AUS) - 271
7. Jacob Valdez (USA) - 243
8. Johnny Tobaben (USA) - 239
9. Nick Galotifore (USA) - 238
10. Danny Burnstein (USA) - 237
Click here for the rest of the Junior Pro Men rankings

Reno Results

Pro Men Final
1. Phillip Soven (USA) - 93.00
2. Rusty Malinoski (CAN) - 85.50
3. Harley Clifford (AUS) - 84.00
4. Danny Harf (USA) - 77.50

Pro Women Final
1. Dallas Friday (USA) - 92.00
2. Nicola Butler (ENG) - 90.50
3. Amber Wing (AUS) - 76.25
4. Melissa Marquardt (USA) - 73.25
5. Hayley Smith (AUS) - 68.00
6. Ashley Leugner (CAN) - 38.75

Jr. Pro Men Final
1. Bob Soven (USA) - 92.25
2. Mitch Langfield (AUS) - 86.00
3. Daniel Powers (USA) - 82.00
4. Steel Lafferty (USA) - 79.75

Pro Men Semifinal

Heat #1
1. Phillip Soven (USA) - 92.25
2. Harley Clifford (AUS) - 83.00
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3. Andrew Adkison (USA) - 82.75
4. Olivier Derome (CAN) - 80.50
5. Danny Thollander (USA) - 61.50

Heat #2
1. Rusty Malinoski (CAN) - 91.00
2. Danny Harf (USA) - 90.50
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3. Aaron Rathy (CAN) - 86.50
4. Shawn Watson (USA) - 69.75
5. Dean Smith (AUS) - 62.25

Pro Men Quarterfinal

Heat #1
1. Rusty Malinoski (CAN) - 98.00
2. Olivier Derome (CAN) - 92.00
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3. Sam Thomson (AUS) - 78.50
4. Troy Mackey (AUS) - 71.50

Heat #2
1. Andrew Adkison (USA) - 94.50
2. Danny Thollander (USA) - 88.25
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3. Jimmy LaRiche (USA) - 83.00
4. Kyle Alberts (USA) - 74.25

Heat #3
1. Phillip Soven (USA) - 93.00
2. Shawn Watson (USA) - 92.25
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3. Trevor Hansen (USA) - 82.50
4. Nick Weinacker (USA) - 72.25

Heat #4
1. Aaron Rathy (CAN) - 95.25
2. Dean Smith (AUS) - 82.25
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3. Shane Bonifay (USA) - 81.75
4. JD Webb (USA) - 79.75

Heat #5
1. Danny Harf (USA) - 97.25
2. Harley Clifford (AUS) - 87.00
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3. Austin Hair (USA) - 85.75
4. Alex Scagliotti (USA) - 70.00

Monday, August 10, 2009

Skier's Choice Honors Leading Dealers


Date: 8/6/09
Author: Skier's Choice Press Release

MARYVILLE, TN - Skier's Choice Inc, manufacturer of Supra and Moomba tournament towboats, just completed its annual Dealer Meeting. This year's Dealer Meeting was held via webcast over seven different days and was attended by over 95% of all dealers worldwide. The new format allowed dealers to receive all the new and vital information regarding the upcoming year, without ever leaving their office.

The dealer meeting presentations were packed with marketing and sales programs and product information that included the introduction of the all-new Supra Sunsport 21V and completely restyled Worlds and BROstock limited edition models.

Though there was no actual awards ceremony this year, Skier's Choice is extremely proud to announce the award winners for this past 2009 model year for outstanding achievement. Dealer of the Year awards are achieved through a combination of outstanding customer service and sales results. Below are the outstanding dealers that were nominated and recognized for their outstanding commitment to sales and service. In addition, the top five dealers in worldwide sales are noted as well.

SKIERS CHOICE DEALER OF THE YEAR AWARD - SUPRA & MOOMBA
Waterski Boats Dallas … Dallas, TX

Honorable Mention
Atlanta Marine ... Buford, GA
Knoxville Watersports ... Knoxville, TN
Active Watersports ... Portland, OR
Marine Products ... Salt Lake City, UT

SUPRA DEALER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Alabama Watersports … Huntsville, Ala

Honorable Mention
Carolina Inboard ... Columbia, SC
Performance Boats…Boonsboro, MD
Rocky Mountain Boat Co ... Pueblo, CO
Diamond Lakes Watersports …Malvern, Ark

MOOMBA DEALER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Alabama Watersports … Huntsville, Ala

Honorable Mention
Carolina Inboard ... Columbia, SC
Watersports of Central Florida … Orlando, Fla
Rocky Mountain Boat Co ... Pueblo, CO
Diamond Lakes Watersports …Malvern, Ark

TOP FIVE SKIER'S CHOICE DEALERS
Waterski Boats Dallas … Dallas, TX
South Austin Marine … Austin, TX
Atlanta Marine… Buford, GA
Lauderdale Lakes Marina… Elkhorn, WI
Marine Products … Salt Lake City

In addition to these sales awards, Skier's Choice recognized dealers that excelled in customer service as measured by the National Marine Manufacturing Association annual CSI survey.

Recognized dealers achieved scores of over 95% in customer satisfaction, a combined measure of both the sales and the after-purchase service experience. Rick Tinker, Skier's Choice President, offered high praise for these CSI award recipients for 2009. "Our employees and dealers share equally in the achieving a satisfied customer by providing outstanding product and service, we need each other to perform at the highest level to insure that a customer-today becomes a customer-for-life. To that end, we recognize an outstanding group of dealers whose commitment to the customer is truly remarkable."

CSI AWARD RECIPIENTS (alphabetical listing)
Alabama Watersports …Huntsville, Ala
Carolina Inboard … Columbia, SC
Diamond Lakes Water Sports … Malvern, AR
Nisswa Marine … Nisswa, MN
Performance Boats … Boonsboro, MD
Performance Watersports … Johnson City, Tn
Premier Motorsports … Wayland, Mi
SG Sport Marine … Quebec, Canada
Watersports of Central Florida … Sanford, FL

About Skier's Choice
Skier's Choice, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of performance inboard wakeboard and water-ski towboats under brand names Supra and Moomba. Supra has been a leader in the inboard industry since 1980 and is synonymous with innovative styling, luxurious interiors, highest construction quality, and unsurpassed wake performance. Moomba is a value-oriented brand that offers significant savings yet delivers performance and reliability equal to or better than other inboard brands. Skier's Choice sponsors the WWA World Wakeboard Championships, BROstock, INT and NWL amateur events. Located in Maryville, Tenn., the company is closely held. For more information, please visit skierschoice.com.