Stop #2 – Canada takes place in Collingwood, Canada, August 10-12. Make sure to stay tuned for more info.

Photos and video curtasy of Wake Brazil Magazine. Thanks to Igor Boito and Fernando Celescuekci for capturing the contest.

Finals Results

1. Phil Soven – 95.50
2. Andrew Adkison – 89.25
3. Aaron Rathy – 88
4. Austin Hair – 64.25

Semi Finals

• Heat 1

1. Andrew Adkison – 85
2. Austin Hair – 80
3. Adam Errington – 79.25
4. Danny Thollander – 58.25

• Heat 2

1. Aaron Rathy – 90.25
2. Phil Soven – 85
3. Dean Smith – 80
4. Marcelo Giardi – 60.25

Quarter Finals

• Heat 1

1. Aaron Rathy – 86.65
2. Dean Smith – 78.85
3. Eduardo Martins – 52.25
4. Gustavo Machado – 33.50

• Heat 2

1. Andrew Adkison – 86.65
2. Austin Hair – 75
3. Rodrigo Paes Leme – 47.65
4. Mario Manzoli – 30

• Heat 3

1. Adam Errington – 75
2. Danny Thollander – 72.25
3. Marcos Amato – 60
4. Thiago Abrahim – 45

• Heat 4

1. Phil Soven – 86.25
2. Marcelo Giardi – 65
3. Luciano Rondi Neto – 52.25
4. Alexandre Queroz – 32.25

LCQ Results

• Heat 1

1. Rodrigo paes leme – 77
2. Gustavo machado – 66
3. Henrique daibert – 43
4. Eduardo soares – 40

• Heat 2

1. Thiago abrahim – 72
2. Eduardo Martins – 65
3. Rodrigo lara – 45
4. Jorge chalub – DQ

• Heat 3

1. Mario Manzoli – 70
2. Alexandre queiroz – 66.65
3. Victor ribeiro -  55.25
4. Daniel damiao – 45

Qualifying Results

• Heat 1

1. Dean Smith – 75
2. Danny Thollander – 66.65
3. Jorge chalub – 56.66
4. Victor ribeiro – 32.56

• Heat 2

1. Aaron Rathy – 76.66
2. Austin Hair – 62.66
3. Gustavo machado – 46.66
4. Thiago abrahim – 30

• Heat 3

1. Andrew Adkison – 72.25
2. Luciano Rondi – 66.65
3. Rodrigo paes leme – 47.75
4. Eduardo soares – 36.66

• Heat 4

1. Adam Errington – 75
2. Marcelo Giardi – 72.25
3. Eduardo Martins – 56.65
4. Henrique daibert – 42.25
5. Alexandre queiroz – 30

• Heat 5

1.  Phil Soven – 82.25
2. Marcos Amato – 52.25
3. Mario Manzoli – 47
4. Rodrigo lara – 45
5. Daniel damiao – 29.50

About the WWA
The WWA Wakeboard World Series is the solely owned property of the World Wakeboard Association (WWA). The WWA also owns and operates the WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Series, 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

This year the first stop of the Monster Energy Wake Park Triple Crown took place at TSR during their yearly CableStock event. The beach was full of ladies and the park got torn apart. Check some of the action and keep an eye out for info on the TV show airing this fall.

The second round of the 2012 O’Neill Wake The Line Qualifier Series is about to kick off at Orlando Watersports Complex (OWC) Orlando/USA (http://www.orlandowatersports.com/). On Saturday 12th up to 45 riders will battle out the chance to compete at O’Neill Wake The Line in Cologne/Germany.

The competition is tough and names like BRIAN REEDER, MIKE ENNEN, QUINN SILVERNALE, MATT RAULERSON, TREVOR BASHIR and FREDERIC VON OSTEN have been announced. Also last years O’Neill Wake The Line wakeskate champion 14 year old DANIEL GRANT is keen on proving his wakeboarding skills. Only the four best riders will be rewarded with a Wildcard and a free trip to Europe for the main event on June 2nd.

The qualifier runs in two group rounds and a final with the top eight. In the first round four groups of eight to 12 riders, determinated by chance, will have two runs, with the best four single scores advancing. In the second round two groups of eight riders, determinated after their points in round 1, will have two runs, best four single scores advancing to the final. The finals will have eight riders take two runs each, with the top single score of each rider counting towards the final event placing.

We are already excited to see who will join KEITH HOLLEY, JAMES WINDSOR, BRENTON PRIESTLEY and OLI DEROME to O’Neill Wake the Line 2012.

TIMETABLE:
Friday
4:00 – 6:00 PM FREE Exclusive Practice for WTL competitors only

Saturday
11:30 – 12:30 AM Onsite Registration & Rider Check-In (no entries after 12:30)
01:30 – 02:00 PM Rider’s Meeting
02:00 – 04:00 PM Round 1
04:00 – 05:00 PM Round 2
05:00 – 06:00 PM Finals

JUDGING
Besides the WTL judging criteria, our judges Rob Corum, Erik Ruck and Brandon Thomas will make their call upon three components: Control is essential since at O’Neill Wake The Line space is very limited. Extraordinary control is needed to get a good line through the entire course. Versatility is desired since we are looking for top skills in all sections. Creativity is required to step up the game and compete with the world’s best riders at this top notch event. Different lines, new tricks or unexpected moves not only fire up the crowd but also endorse rail events in general. The score is given on the overall impression of a run regarding this criteria.

SETUP
The 1st hit will be the technical and style oriented feature “Nico’s Signature Rail” by UNIT Parktech (www.unit-parktech.com).
2nd hit: Legendary feature from “O’Neill Wake The Line”, the UNIT Parktech QUARTER PIPE
3rd hit: Reshaped UNIT Parktech KICKER, providing more airtime for solid rotations, inverts and glides.

About the WWA
The World Wakeboard Association is the global leader in wake sport sanctioning. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Wake Park World Series, and WWA Wake Park World Championships. 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

Wakeboard World Series 2012 – Video 1 de 2 – Aaron + Dean + Andrew + Austin from Revista Wake Brasil on Vimeo.

Primeiro vídeo (de 2) editado por Igor Boito com manobras dos gringos que estiveram mpresentes no Mundial de Wakeboard 2012 em MG.

Cablestock 2012 Recap from Ryan Jones on Vimeo.

1st song- This means you- Hi- Tek, Mos Def & Talib Kweli
2nd song- War Cry- The Expendables
Outtro- Down Down Down- The Expendables

Special Thanks to Tsr and Blake Hess for making this weekend possible and to Cody Johnson for filming 2 shots

From New Braunfels, Texas (May 8, 2012) — Stop 1 of the Monster Energy WWA Wake Park Triple Crown and the WWA Wake Park World Series is in the record books. Texas Ski Ranch (TSR) played host to the 10th annual Cablestock, a three day down right fun wakeboard and music festival… Texas Style. And if you’ve ever been to Texas before, you know just how big things are.

Riders from all over the globe traveled to TSR for the 10th anniversary of Cablestock to ride against the toughest competition around. Monster Energy supplied the beverages and the riders brought the high flying and rail pressing action.

“This was the largest Cablestock that we’ve ever seen” Monster Energy, Liquid Force, and TSR rider, Tom Fooshee says, “it was a lot of pressure to come out here in front of my home town and win; I’m amped that the season is here. Winning the first contest of the season is always a boost for the rest of the year.”

Features only champion and Liquid Force team rider, Raphael Derome, has been working hard during the off season this winter to make sure his name is in the running for Alliance Magazine’s Rider of the Year. The TSR kickers proved to be some of the best kickers around when Liquid Force’ Shane Bonifay, Nico Von Lerchenfeld, Raphael Derome, and Slingshot’s Oli Derome all stuck double flips during the contest naming these riders the first to land double flips in a contest.

“I really want to push the sport to new levels. There were several double flips that were landed today, that’s something that we never thought we would see” said Raphael Derome “and I believe that this is just the start.”

Pro Men Finals
1 Tom Fooshee
2 Daniel Grant
3 Dominik Gurhs
4 Freddy Von Osten
5 Keith Lidberg
6 Matty Hasler

Pro Features
1 Raphael Derome
2 Tom Fooshee
3 Keith Lidberg
4 Daniel Grant, Nico Von Lerchenfeld, Julian Cohen
7 Gabe Lucas, Oli Derome, Cody Johnson

Pro Wakeskate
1 Bret Little
2 Daniel Grant
3 Aaron Perkins
4 Collin Gee
5 Collin Haas, Aaron Reed

With two stops left, the Monster Triple Crown is going to continue to raise eyebrows. Make sure to stop by www.thewwa.com for contest info.

All photos by www.swamistudios.com

2012 Monster Energy WWA Wake Park Triple Crown Schedule by Alliance Wakeboard Magazine, Slinshot, and Liquid Force

Wake Park Triple Crown – TSR CableStock
May 3-6, 2012
Texas Ski Ranch
New Braunfels, Texas, USA
   

WWA Wake Park Triple Crown-Hexagon Wake Park
July 21-22, 2012
Hexagon Wake Park
Benson, North Carolina, USA
  

WWA Wake Park Triple Crown-OWC
September 14-15
Orlando Watersports Complex
Orlando, Florida, USA
  

*Registration opens 30 days ahead of each event. Visit www.thewwa.com for additional information, rankings, and membership options for the Monster Energy WWA Wake Park Triple Crown.

From Lake Alfred, FL (April 20, 2012) – The Monster Energy WWA Wake Park Triple Crown (#WPTC) continues to bring the hottest on the water action to wake parks across North America. This year, top name riders such as Tom Fooshee, Daniel Grant, and Keith Lidberg will travel to two of the most established cable parks in the world and one brand new state-of-the-art cable park to compete for the overall triple crown title. The intense contest series kicks off May 3-5 at Texas Ski Ranch; stop 2 hits Hexagon Wake Park, July 20-21; and the finally at Orlando Watersports Complex, September 14-15.

Each rider will hit the water with composition, execution, and intensity in mind for a chance to leave their mark at each contest. Overall points will be awarded for each rider’s finish at each stop; accumulating those points over the three-stop series for the opportunity of taking the overall championship. Two-time winner Tom Fooshee has owned the overall title since the inception of the Monster Energy Triple Crown, but with each stop also being a part of the WWA Wake Park World Series many top-ranked international riders will have their eyes set on taking the overall championship.

“With the largest field of riders at the 2012 Monster Triple Crown; the kick of stop will set the tone for the entire series.” Liquid Force, TSR, and Monster Energy Team rider, Tom Fooshee states. “This will be the most diverse field ever at the Monster Triple Crown.”

“The Monster Energy Wake Park Triple was the first and most legitimate wake park contest series in the United States. Now in our third year we have all of the most respected wake park riders in the world. Look for crazy things to happen this season.” Said Bill McCaffray, Publisher of Alliance Wakeboard Magazine.

Registration for stop 1 is now open. Make sure to click on the link for additional information regarding registration, schedule of events, and much more.

2012 Monster Energy WWA Wake Park Triple Crown Schedule

Wake Park Triple Crown – TSR CableStock
May 3-6, 2012
Texas Ski Ranch
New Braunfels, Texas, USA
   

WWA Wake Park Triple Crown-Hexagon Wake Park
July 21-22, 2012
Hexagon Wake Park
Benson, North Carolina, USA
  

WWA Wake Park Triple Crown-OWC
September 14-15
Orlando Watersports Complex
Orlando, Florida, USA
  

*Registration opens 30 days ahead of each event. Visit www.thewwa.com for additional information, rankings, and membership options for the Monster Energy WWA Wake Park Triple Crown.

About the WWA
The WWA Wake Park World Series and the WWA Wake Park Triple Crown are the solely owned properties of the World Wakeboard Association (WWA). The WWA also owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Series, and WWA Wake Park Nationals, and WWA Wake Park World Championships. 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

From Lake Alfred, FL (April 26, 2012) – The WWA Wake Park World Series (WPWS) returns in 2012 for a 6^th season (over 25 world class contests) of progressive wakeboarding action on the water and up in the air. Since 2007, the WPWS has taken over as the premier wake park contest series; it travels all over the World searching for the best cable park wakeboarders to take the championship. In 2012, the cable-pulled series will travel to six total stops within USA, France, Netherlands, and UAE. The USA will host three stops, each being part of the Monster Energy WWA Wake Park Triple Crown (WPTC), Sooruz Wake and Country in France, Protest Cable Call in the Netherlands, and last but not least, the 2012 WWA Wake Park World Championships hosted by Al Forsan International Sports Resort.

“The Wake Park World Series has truely become a world renowned wakeboard series; offering compeling cometition and a fun environment for the riders and spectators“ states WWA President, Shannon Starling “The greatest aspect of cable wakeboarding is how close the spectators are able to get to the riders. It allows an intimate setting to witness the intense riding.“

The absolute best wakeboarders will take their turn to impress the judges, spectators, and the World; riders such as Dominik Guehrs (GER), Freddy von Osten (GER), Tom Fooshee (USA), and Daniel Grant (TH) will use the features and corners of the cable to make each run as flawless and stylish as possible. With over $125,000 USD up for grabs, riders from over 20 countries will have their eyes set on championships ahead, but only time will tell who accumulates the most points and takes the overall championship.

The WPWS kicks off in the USA on May 3rd, sweeping through Europe and ending in the Middle East on October 25-27. Registration and additional information can be found at each stop‘s specific website and by bookmarking www.thewwa.com.

2012 WWA Wake Park World Series Schedule

TSR CableStock - Monster Triple Crown Stop #1
May 3-6, 2012
Texas Ski Ranch
New Braunfels, Texas, USA
   

Sooruz Wake and Country
June 22-24
TNG Cablepark
Toulouse, France
  

Monster Triple Crown Stop #2-Hexagon Wake Park
July 21-22, 2012
Hexagon Wake Park
Benson, North Carolina, USA
  

Protest Cable Call
August 25-26, 2012
Down Under Nieuwegein
Nieuwegein, The Netherlands
  

Monster Triple Crown Stop #3-OWC
September 14-15
Orlando Watersport Complex
Orlando, Florida, USA
  

2012 WWA Wake Park World Championships
October 25-27
Al Forsan International Sports Resort
Abu Dhabi, UAE
  

About the WWA
The WWA Wake Park World Series is the solely owned property of the World Wakeboard Association (WWA). The WWA also owns and operates the WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Series, 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

Lake Alfred, Florida (April 24, 2012) — For a 3rd straight season, the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour (PWT) and the World Wakeboard Association (WWA) will be expanding on the Golden Ticket program; offering a chance for top ranked amateurs to progress and compete against the highest caliber professional wakeboarders on the planet. Each winner of the Golden Ticket will be given a free entry into the PWT stop associated with the Golden Ticket and also upgraded to a free professional membership through the WWA.

The breakdown

12 Golden Tickets will be awarded during the 2012 season. The winners of the highest caliber divisions at each of these chosen stops will be granted a Golden Ticket. These lucky, or we should say skilled, individuals will then have an automatic bid to ride in the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour.

“These tickets are a perfect fit for the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour, as the WWA continues to encourage amateur wakeboarders to take their riding to the next level” states Chris Bischoff, PWT Tournament Director.

Click the links below for registration and additional contest information. Keep your eyes posted to www.thewwa.com for more information on the golden ticket. For full PWT schedule visit www.KingOfWake.com

And look for the Golden Ticket tag in our Event Calender for event recognition.

PWT – Branson, Missouri Golden Ticket Contests

• Arkansas INT League: Victory Lake June 2-3, 2012
• Oklahoma Wake Series: Cedar Port Marina May 5, 2012

PWT –  Monroe, Washington Golden Ticket Contests

• Active Watersports Spring Classic: April 21, 2012
• Active Watersports Stop #2: June 16, 2012
• Washington INT League: Tug Lake June 9-10, 2012
• Northern California INT League: Mossdale Quarry Lake June 23, 2012

PWT – Knoxville, Tennessee Golden Ticket Contests

• Wakefactory.net’s Spring-to-Summer: June 16, 2012
• Kansas INT League: Water Mill Lake July 6, 2012
• Tennessee INT League: Oak Ridge Rowing Club July 14, 2012
• Tennessee INT League: Chickamuaga July 21

About the WWA
The World Wakeboard Association is the global leader in wake sport sanctioning. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Wake Park World Series, and WWA Wake Park World Championships. 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

From Koppert Lake, Washington (April 19, 2012) — Active Watersports has been chosen to award the 1st WWA and MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour Golden Ticket of the 2012 season. This golden ticket, awarded to the winner of the Open division of the Spring Classic, will qualify the rider to ride against the best pro wakeboarders in the world at the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour Stop #4 in Monroe, Washington on June 30, 2012. Make sure to get your WWA membership at www.thewwa.com/membership and contact Zach to get pre-registered for the Spring Classic at Koppert Lake, April 21st.

About the WWA
The World Wakeboard Association is the global leader in wake sport sanctioning. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Wake Park World Series, and WWA Wake Park World Championships. 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