Orlando, Fla. — Fans lined the shores of the Orlando Watersports Complex today to catch the final rounds of action at the 2011 Nautique Wake Games, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink. As the 10 remaining divisions wrapped up their competition on the water, Team Malinoski emerged as the winner of this year’s team challenge with 801 points.

Captained by pro rider Rusty Malinoski, the 10-person team claimed this year’s cash prize after finishing with multiple top-three finishes in various divisions, including wins by Kat Laird in the Veteran Women’s division and also by newly signed Rockstar Energy Drink team rider Daniel Powers in the Jr. Pro Men’s division. The team consisted of Malinoski, Powers, Laird, Shaun Murray, Scott Stewart, Danny Hampson, Megan Ethell, Will Green, Craig Buss and Dustin Abel.

Malinoski also came close to winning the Pro Men’s division today, too, but ultimately fell short to teenage Australian phenom Harley Clifford, who took home his second consecutive Pro Men’s division title. Malinoski and Bob Soven rounded out the top three, respectively.

Clifford also won the $1,000 prize in the Rockstar Energy Drink Double Up Contest, after landing a Melon Poke Heelside Frontside 900.

Newly signed Rockstar Energy Drink team rider and fellow Australian wakeboarder Amber Wing took first place in the Pro Women’s division, upsetting top-seeded Nicola Butler, who finished in third place. Young gun Meagan Ethell rounded out the top three podium spots, with her second-place finish.

In the Pro Wakeskate division, defending Wake Games shredder and newly signed Rockstar Energy Drink team rider Reed Hansen successfully defended his title today, with Danny Hampson and Brian Grubb rounded out the top three, respectively.

Also making waves out on the water today was local wakeboarder Jason Soven, who won the Boys division today, as well as the PCM Amateur Best Trick Award, after landing a massive Dum Dum. Jason is the younger brother of pro riders Phillip and Bob Soven.

For information on the Nautique Wake Games, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink, visit www.kingofwake.com.

The Nautique Wake Games, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: Correct Craft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Overton’s, Peavey, Mona Vie, Fox, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, PCM Marine Engines and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.

About Nautique

The Nautique by Correct Craft is the exclusive tow boat of the Wake Games. Celebrating 86 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft Inc. is the producer of the Nautique line of boats. The manufacturer of Nautique is known for delivering superior quality product, cutting-edge technology and exceptional service experiences.

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 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 Peavey Electronics

Celebrating 45 years in business, Peavey® Electronics is one of the largest, most diversified, independently owned suppliers of musical instruments and professional sound equipment in the world, with design, manufacturing and distribution facilities spanning three continents. Today, with more than 180 patents in musical instrument design and audio technology and 2,000 products created in-house, Peavey is not only recognized as a music industry leader in the 136 countries in which its products are distributed, but it is also a highly desired brand name used by rock & roll legends and modern day pop music icons. In addition to instruments, Peavey and its divisions also provide major audio communications conduits for industries across the board. These can be found in government installations, theme parks, airports, stadiums and buildings all over the world, such as the Sydney Opera House, the US Capitol building and the Beijing Airport.

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.

May 1 – Final Results:

Team Scores
Team Malinoski – 801
Team Clifford – 768
Team Hansen – 754
Team Hair – 751
Team B. Soven – 707
Team Webb – 699
Team P. Soven – 669
Team Derome – 682
Team Palma – 657
Team Harf – 588

Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Harley Clifford              AUS        90.00
2  Rusty Malinoski            CAN        80.00
3  Bob Soven                      USA        75.00
4  Phillip Soven                  USA        69.17
5  Austin Hair                     USA        65.00

Pro Women
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Amber Wing                  AUS        75.00
2  Meagan Ethell                USA        70.00
3  Nicola Butler                   GBR         65.67
4  Raimi Merritt                   USA        60.00
5  Emily Durham                 USA        53.33
6  Barrett Perlman               USA        40.00

Pro Wakeskate
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Reed Hansen                  USA        83.33
2  Danny Hampson            USA        61.67
3  Brian Grubb                    USA        60.00
4  Grant Roberts                 USA        36.67

Jr. Pro Men
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Daniel Powers               USA        90.75
2  Freddie Wayne              USA        89.25
3  Dylan Prideaux               AUS        82.75
4  Noah Flegel                    USA        77.25

Men II
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Leif Lacey                       USA        68.33
2  Dustin Abel                    USA        56.67
3  Rob Corum                      USA        46.67

Men I
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Ben Allbright                USA        70.00
2  John Rodriguez              USA        58.33
3  Will Green                       USA        46.67

Boys
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Jason Soven                   USA        80.00
2  Arnie Watkins                USA        61.67
3  Jeongwook Kim             KOR        50.00
4  James Loisel                   USA        38.33

Jr. Boys
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Hunter Henderson        USA        70.00
2  Tyler Worrall                  USA        56.67
3  Kade Kasey                    USA        31.67

Boys Beginner
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Mitch Allen                    USA        61.67
2  Ryan Harris                     USA        53.33

Jr. Boys Beginner
Final Round – Heat #1
1  Kevin Duffy                    USA        78.33
2  Carter Mather                 USA        63.33
3  Braden Tautkus             USA        46.67

Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #1
1  Austin Hair USA 70.00
2  Jeff Weatherall               NZL         60.00
3  Nick Jones                      USA        50.00
4  Josh Palma                      USA        45.00

Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #2
1  Rusty Malinoski           CAN        80.00
2  Trevor Hansen               USA        71.67
3  Adam Fields                   USA        45.00
4  Sam Thomson                AUS        35.00
Pro Men

Semifinal Round – Heat #3
1  Bob Soven                       USA        81.67
2  Steel Lafferty                  USA        71.67
3  Dean Smith                     AUS        61.67
4  Andrew Adkison           USA        51.67

Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #4
1  Harley Clifford              AUS        85.00
2  Shaun Murray                USA        65.00
3  Adam Errington             USA        60.00
4  Olivier Derome               CAN        38.33

Pro Men
Semifinal Round – Heat #5
1  Phillip Soven                  USA        80.00
2  Aaron Rathy                   CAN        70.00
3  Jimmy Trask                    USA        61.67
4  JD Webb                         USA        59.00

Michael Weiss
Associate Director, Event PR
460 N. Orlando Ave., Ste. 200
Winter Park, FL 32789
Office: (407) 571-4874 | Cell: (407) 453-0222
Michael.Weiss@BonnierCorp.com

Ten preselected team captains will host a live draft to field a team with a mix of male and female, pro and amateur riders. Each athlete will compete in their respective division, which is separated by age and skill level, while contributing points toward a team score based on their individual placement in that division. All 21 divisions will crown a winner, and the team with the highest total score will take home the team title.

The Nautique Wake Games, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink will host qualifying rounds during its first two days of action, before the 10 captains draft their teams on Friday evening, April 29. Teams will begin accumulating points on Saturday and continue through Sunday, when a winning team will be determined.

Last year, Jimmy LaRiche was declared the winning captain of the 2010 Wake Games, with a team score of 757 points.

In addition to all the action on the water, the Nautique Wake Games features great food and music, 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 are available at the gate: $13 (adult); $5 (ages 6-12); free (ages 5 and under), or $7 (adult) if purchased online.

For information on the Nautique Wake Games, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink, visit www.transworldwake.com.

The Nautique Wake Games, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: Correct Craft, Rockstar Energy Drink, Fox, Oakley, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, PCM Marine Engines and TransWorld WAKEBOARDING magazine.

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About Nautique
The Nautique by Correct Craft is the exclusive tow boat of the Wake Games. Celebrating 86 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft Inc. is the producer of the Nautique line of boats. The manufacturer of Nautique is known for delivering superior quality product, cutting-edge technology and exceptional service experiences.

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 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.

About The WWA
The WWA owns and operates WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, 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.