The ladies opened up the final day in style with Mattie Armer locking in her 2020 World title in the Women’s Wakeskate division with a well put together run that earned her a 100.00 point score. Lisa Derue clinched the top spot in Amateur Women’s Traditional final keeping her composure throughout her entire run for a winning score of 97.00. Taking the Men’s Traditional win, Woody White threw a proper heel front off the flats for his winning score of 91.00. Johnathon Wilkes came up in second going super technical on all the rails scoring 90.00, just ahead of Coby Armer with 87.00.  

Travis Doran killed it in the Pro Wakeskate division, snagging the 2020 World title sealing the deal on his inventive run with a kickflip and multiple shuvs for 100.00 points. Travis Belsito hit a frontside big spin for a second place finish of 90.00, followed by Coco Mendez in third with a 80.00 point score. 

The Boys Traditional division put up a good fight on the final day of competition with Isaic Claudio coming away with the 2020 World title. Isaic Claudio threw down with a blind judge off the flat water for a winning score of 98.00. Following in second, Gavin Doody gave it his all to earn a final score of 93.00, followed by Grant Adams in third with 78.00. Samuel Lacerte came away with the Jr. Men World title throwing a clean H/S cab 900 for a 94.00 point score. Hayden Chambless landed a massive late indy B/S 540 off the kicker to earn the second place spot with 93.00, followed by Charlie Pfahler who took third with a 84.00. 

Showing off one of the most stylish and technical rail games in the Pro Women’s Traditional final, Anna Nikstad earned herself the 2020 World title landing a solid KGB off the kicker and a roll to revert in the flats for a final score of 96.00. Carro Djupso of Sweden put down a consistent performance throwing a krypt in the flats for a second place finish of 88.00, followed by Constanza Scaglia in third with 80.00. 

Colby Zebarth took the Jr. Pro Men Traditional title with a T/S B/S 3 and crowmobe to complete the win with a 97.00 final score. Tyler Cole came in second with 87.00, followed closely by Labryn Depta with 83.00. In the Pro Men’s Traditional final, Guenther Oka utilized his diverse skill set to drop hammers in every part of the course earning his 98.00 point score and the 2020 World title with his switch 313 and massive nose grab pete 5 off the kicker. Trent Stuckey made it a close match throwing a huge ole’ T/S B/S 1080 on the kicker for a score of 87.00, followed by Brady Patry rounding out the podium with 82.00.  

In the Kids Features final, Ethan Bellamy excelled on all the rails to claim the 2020 World title and a 91.00 point score. Rounding out the podium, Cameron Flinkingshelt took second with 89.00, followed by Henry Paulk in third with 81.00. Coby Armer owned the top spot in the Men’s Features final going all-in on the kicker section with a grabbed H/S 720 to score 98.00. Jesse Foushee smashed the kickers, placing him in second with 84.00, followed by Woody White with a score of 82.00. 

Rivers Hedrick won the Open Women Features division with an all-time performance and technical rail hits for a 94.00. Rounding out the podium, Lisa Derue took second with 89.00, followed by Mattie Armer third with 81.00.  In the Jr. Pro Features final Gibson Corcoran came out on top absolutely destroying Valdosta’s pool section with technical hits to score 93.00. Labryn Depta put down clean lines throughout the park placing him in second with 84.00, followed by Chase Williams with a score of 83.00.

Securing the Pro Women Features World title Anna Nikstad stomped diverse and technical lines all over the park for her final score of 96.00.  Hannah Mennega showed off her style in the camel rail section for a second place finish of 87.00, followed by Carro Djupso in third with 80.00.

The Pro Men Features final had the crowd going wild, truly testing the athlete’s strategy and composure throughout the entire heat. Guenther Oka rose to the top with an 89.00 point score locking in a textbook grabbed T/S B/S 9. Trent Stuckey executed clean lines in all of the rail sections taking second with 88.00, followed by brother Gavin Stuckey with 82.00. 

For full results and live content from the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline. 

Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level. level.

For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.

For more information on the WWA Wake Park World Series Click Here.

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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95^th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
 
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.

The Master’s Men Features Only semifinal kicked things into gear for a heated day of competition with Hunter Hanson coming out on top in heat one throwing down and making full use of all the features for a final score of 95.00, just ahead of Norbert Vasko in second with 88.00 points. Preston Persichetti rode away with the win in the Grom Features semifinals with a tail tap over the bobber for a 100.00 point score. Max Kofke followed up in second laying down a stalefish to score 90.00.

The Junior Features Only division displayed total progression with twelve riders making it out of the morning’s quarterfinals and on to the semifinals, putting them that much closer to the World title. Will Hall got technical in the pool line in semifinal heat one for a final score of 96.00, followed by Caden Owens in second with 94.00. Hayden Chambless has a unique style of his own that put him in the number one spot in heat two destroying the rails with inventive lines for a score of 93.00. Austin Rudd came in second in heat two and also advancing to the finals with another all-time performance and a score of 89.00.  Clinching the top spot in heat three was Samuel Lacerte with a score of 98.00, followed by Gavin Geer with 89.00 points. Corey Kalisik locked up a perfect 100.00 point score in heat four earning his spot in Tuesday’s finals with an all-time performance. 

Anna Nikstad took down the Pro Women’s Features Only semifinal with a win and a textbook KGB on the kicker to score 100.00, ahead of Constanza Scalia in second with 85.00 points.  The Pro Men Features Only division saw twelve riders make it out of fierce quarterfinal rounds with the semifinals rounding out to be nothing shorts of amazing in the afternoon.  Grabbing the win in heat one Brady Patry stuck a huge T/S B/S 9 off the kicker to score 98.00, ahead of Blake Bishop in second with a score of 89.00. Winning heat two, Trent Stuckey put down a mute mobe 5 off the kicker while displaying technical lines to take the top spot with 95.00 points, followed by Dary Znebel with a score of 88.00. Semifinal heats three and four saw two 100.00 point scores get locked in setting the stage for quite the showdown in Tuesday’s finals with Gavin Stuckey taking the win in heat three, followed by Guenther Oka with the win in heat four. 

The Open Women’s Features semifinal saw some serious talent with Rivers Hedrick taking the win in heat one with a 98.00 point score, landing a nose tap F/S 3 over the bobber, ahead of Lisa Derue with a score of 85.00. In heat two, Mattie Armer came out on top with a clean T/S 5 to score 96.00 and advancing to the final round along with Maggie Kofke in second for a score of 92.00. 

With eight riders making it out of the morning’s quarterfinal rounds, the day closed out with some heavy Pro Men’s Traditional semifinals with every rider giving it his all in hopes of punching a ticket to Sunday’s finals. Brady Patry took heat one with a 90210 off the flats for a score of 100.00. Trent Stuckey was right behind Brady with a close second place finish of 88.00 points. Guenther Oka won heat two, hitting a 313 off the toes in the flats and a pete rose 5 off the kicker for a final score of 100.00, followed by Gavin Stuckey in second with 88.00 points. 

For full results and live content from day two of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine be sure to check out the all-new WWA Rideline app available for FREE in the App and Google Play stores. Don’t miss a beat this season, dig in and get involved with this new app developed specifically for us, our global wake community. thewwa.com/rideline. 

Day three of the 2020 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Yanmar Marine begins at 8:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, September 22^nd with all Traditional and Features Only final rounds.

Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level. level.

For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.

For more information on the WWA Wake Park World Series Click Here.

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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 95^th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.
 
About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.

Below you will find detailed information about the competition, nightly events, transportation, rider check-in, and more!

WAKE PARK PRACTICE INFORMATION
 Private cable rentals are available each day from 7:00 – 9:10 a.m. for $860 USD. 
Session Times: 7:00 – 8:00 a.m. and 8:10 – 9:10 a.m. 
Sessions may include up to 24 riders per session. 

Email mayanwatercomplex@hotmail.com & ventasmayanwatercomplex@gmail.com to book.

Competitors will receive 20% off of regular individual rates for practice. These can be purchased at the park.

RIDER CHECK-IN INFORMATION
Rider check-in will take place at the host hotel (Iberostar Paraiso Lindo) in the Lindo Lobby Bar on Wednesday, October 16th starting at 4:00 p.m. Check-in is only available to registered hotel guests. 

All riders not staying at the host hotel may check-in at the Wake Park (boat riders included) starting at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 17th. 

*All riders need to make sure they arrive at check-in with their memberships already completed.

RIDER MEETINGS
Wednesday, October 16th – Lindo Lobby Bar, Iberostar Paraiso Lindo
Wakeboard (Boat) Riders Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
Wake Park Riders Meeting – 6:00 p.m.
*These meetings are only open to registered hotel guests

Thursday, October 17th – Mayan Water Complex
Wake Park Traditional Riders Meeting – 8:00 a.m.

Friday, October 18th – Mayan Water Complex
Wake Park Features Only Riders Meeting – 8:00 a.m.

RIDER HEADSHOTS
We will be taking rider headshots during check-in at the host hotel each evening and during check-in at the Wake Park. Please be sure to get your headshot taken by Friday, October 18th. 

JUDGES SEMINAR
Wednesday, October 16 | 7:15 – 9:00 p.m.
                                      Iberostar Resort – Convention Center
                                     *The Judges Seminar is $50 per person to attend. The 2-hour Judges Seminar will feature WWA officials explaining everything from how judging works and what the judges are looking for in competitive wake sports. You’ll receive a full judge’s manual, covering everything from formats, both wake park (cable) and wakeboard (boat), to seeding and judging sheets.

Riders will learn how to set up the best competition run for them and adjustments they can make if a fall occurs. This is a great opportunity to enlist parents and other volunteers to shadow judge the event while encouraging riders, parents and volunteers to assist at other events in their area. The ultimate goal is to give people a level of comfort with the sport to become more involved in their own wake community.

JUDGES SEMINAR REGISTRATION

EVENT SCHEDULE
Wednesday, October 16th
4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Rider Check-In & Headshots  – Lindo Lobby Bar
4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Meet & Greet  – Lindo Lobby Bar
5:30 p.m. Wakeboard (Boat) Riders Meeting  – Lindo Lobby Bar
6:00 p.m. Wake Park Riders Meeting – Lindo Lobby Bar
7:15 – 9:00 p.m. Judges Seminar  – Lindo Lobby Bar

Thursday, October 17th
8:00 a.m. Wake Park Traditional Riders Meeting – Mayan Water Complex
9:00 a.m. Wakeboard & Wake Park Competition Begins
5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Rider Registration + Headshots  – Lindo Lobby Bar
5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Meet & Greet  – Lindo Lobby Bar
6:00 p.m. Welcome Entertainment  – Sports Bar

Friday, October 18th
8:00 a.m. Wakeboard Competition Begins
8:00 a.m. Wake Park Features Only Riders Meeting – Mayan Water Complex
9:00 a.m. Wake Park Competition Begins
6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Pool Party  – Wave Pool
7:00 p.m. Rubber Duck Race  – Lazy River
7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Roswell Pool Foam Party  – Wave Pool
8:00 p.m. Limbo Contest  – Wave Pool

Saturday, October 19th
8:00 a.m. Wakeboard & Wake Park Competition Begins
5:30 – 9:00 p.m. 30 Years of Wake Celebration  – Convention Center
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Drinks, Appetizers & Red Carpet Entrance  – Convention Center
6:45 p.m. Mayan Dancers Performance  – Convention Center
7:00 p.m. 30 Years of Wake Awards  – Convention Center
7:20 p.m. Amateur Awards  – Convention Center

Sunday, October 20th
9:00 a.m. Wakeboard Competition Begins
12:30 p.m. Wake Park Competition Begins
8:00 p.m. Farewell Fiesta  – Lindo Lobby Bar
11:00 p.m. After Party  – Disco Bar (Age 18+)

UPDATED EVENT SCHEDULE

SHUTTLE INFORMATION
There will be FREE shuttles to/from the Iberostar Paraiso Lindo and Mayan Water Complex for Iberostar hotel guests. Shuttles will start one hour before the event and will run for one hour after the event.

The shuttles will pick up at the Lindo Lobby on the hour and will leave the Mayan Water Complex on the 1/2 hour. Shuttles will fill based on a first come, first servebasis and will make a stop at the wake park and then the boat lake. 

Shuttle Schedule: 
Thursday, October 17th | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday, October 18th | 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 19th | 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 20th | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Tropical Incentive is offering 1-5 person one-way transfer service from Cancun Airport to Iberostar Paraiso Lindo for $85.00.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR OWN LOCAL TRANSPORTATION
*Last day to arrange transportation is Tuesday, October 15th

AWARDS +  BANQUET
Saturday, October 19th  – Iberostar Paraiso Lindo, Convention Center
5:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Heavy Appetizers + Drinks
Dress Code: Casual 

All registered athletes will get in Free with their wristband AND will receive One Free Ticket for the event, additional attendees will be required to purchase a ticket @ $60.00 per person.

In addition to honoring the global achievements of our 2019 season competitors, the WWA World Championships will feature a special industry-wide anniversary celebration of the last 30 Years of Wake. The WWA 30 Years of Wake award ceremony will recognize the impacts that contributed to the first five years of the WWA’s history. 

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Get Loud with Roswell Marine during Friday night’s Roswell Foam Party at the Wave Pool of the Iberostar Paraiso Lindo! Everyone is encouraged to come out for some wet and wild fun and be on the lookout for FREE Roswell giveaways! 

The 2018 WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Nautique Boats will host the most progressive and impressive riding of the season as riders from over thirty countries make the journey to the Yucatán Peninsula in hopes of bringing home the 2018 WWA Wake Park World Champion title.

Park teams are able to rent the cable for private sessions before and after hours. To reserve this email pedro.mwc@outlook.com.

WHAT:
2018 WWA Wake Park World Championships Presented by Nautique Boat

WHEN:
November 2-4, 2018

WHERE:
Mayan Water Complex
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

EVENT SCHEDULE: 
Click HERE

ENTRY FEES:
Amateur Divisions – $125
Pro Divisions – $150

Registration will cutoff Thursday, November 1st at 3PM EST

All riders must have current WWA membership to be eligible to compete.
CLICK HERE to sign up for your WWA membership.

REGISTER NOW

NEAREST AIRPORT: 
Cancun International Airport (CUN)