“The Nautique Wake Series is the pinnacle of wake events and I personally find the series of events are the only ones I go to where I can count on the conditions being close to perfect. The wake behind the G23 is always the biggest wake in the industry, paired with Nautique’s selection of the best locations brings together the best riding and most entertaining finals,” commented 2019 Nautique Wake Series Overall Champion Cory Teunissen. “A personal favorite for me is the last event of the year, the Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships. As an athlete you’ve had a full year of battles and have committed yourself to something that is bigger than you and everything comes to an end at this final stop. It’s super exciting to be a part of and I’m super keen to get in to a route again for 2020. Let’s get it!!”

The 2020 Nautique Wake Series will officially kick off on the largest international stage in watersports with stop one at the Nautique Moomba Masters in Melbourne, Australia. Stop two will bring a prestigious selection of riders the opportunity to compete at the legendary Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, GA for the 61^stNautique Masters Waterski & Wakeboard Tournament, presented by GM Marine Engine Technology. Riders will have the opportunity to earn a Masters invitation at the 3^rdannual Nautique Masters Wakeboard LCQ held in the heart of wakeboarding in Orlando, Florida.

The third stop of the Nautique Wake Series lands in Waco, Texas at the Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships alongside the Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships and Nautique USA National Wakesurf Championships for the ultimate wake throwdown of the new decade. The fourth and final stop will take us to the tropical paradise of Playa del Carmen, Mexico for the Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships. Reeling off the momentum felt in 2019 the WWA Wakeboard World Championships will once again join the Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships for an epic season finale. 

Pro Men, Pro Women and Jr. Pro Men athletes compete throughout the season with over $30,000 (USD) in additional prize money on the line for the overall Nautique Wake Series title. The entire season comes down to the final stop where the WWA World Champions, Nautique Wake Series Overall Champions and WWA Wakeboard World Series Overall Champions are crowned.

“The Nautique Wake Series brings together wakeboarders of all ages and skill levels to battle for titles while combining fun and progressing the sport,” said Nautique President Greg Meloon. “With an exciting series of events set for the 2020 season, I can’t wait to see what all of the riders have up their sleeves and look forward to seeing them perform their best behind the award-winning G23.”

2020 Nautique Wake Series Schedule: 

Stop #1:  60^thNautique Moomba Masters 
March 4th-9th

Melbourne, Australia (WWA-WBWS)

**Nautique Masters Wakeboard LCQ** 
Date – tbd

Orlando, Florida – Orlando Watersports Complex (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #2:  61^stNautique Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament
May 22nd-24th 

Pine Mountain, Georgia – Callaway Gardens (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #3:  31^stNautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships  
August 5th-9th 

Waco, Texas – BSR Cable Park (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #4:  32^ndNautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships 
October 8th-11th 

Playa del Carmen, Mexico – Mayan Water Complex (WWA-WBWS)

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 6X Wakeboard Boat of the Year, 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.

For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.

For more information on the WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.

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About Nautique Boat Company: Celebrating 94 years of excellence in the marine industry, Nautique is a subsidiary of Correct Craft and has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Nautique is known to push the envelope of possibility on the water, and our owners have come to expect nothing but the absolute best. The Ski Nautique has been reinvented as the lightest ski boat on the market, the G-Series has won numerous awards for wakeboard boat and wakesurf boat of the year while unlocking new possibilities in wakeboarding and wakesurfing, and our GS Series has given families endless days on the water without compromise. Through our Nautique Cares initiatives we’re dedicated to not only making a difference on the water, but 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 Nautique Wake Series and WWA Wakeboard World Series will once again kick off the 2020 season with the 60th Nautique Moomba Masters International Invitational Championships on the Yarra River in Melbourne, Australia. 

Riders who are interested in the opportunity to become a part of history at the most spectated watersports event on the planet are invited to register the“Intent to Enter” before Tuesday, December 31, 2019. 

REGISTER HERE

*Note- The WWA does not have an association number. In the association field type “WWA” and type “0000” into the association number field during registration. 

Official Dates: 
Junior Divisions – March 4-5, 2020
Pro Divisions – March 6-9, 2020

Divisions 
Pro Men
Pro Women
Junior Pro Men 
Junior Pro Women

Registration Fee 
Pro Divisions $350 AUD 
Jr. Pro Divisions $165 AUD 
*Registration fee will be the full entry fee charged in Australian Dollars (AUD)
If your entry is required after the 31December 2019 you will only be charged the standard fee, if your Intent to Enter is unsuccessful, a Full Refund (less credit card fee & ticketing fee) will apply. If you withdraw from the event after Invitations have been distributed or without a legitimate reason, NO Refund will be provided (Organizers Discretion)
Deadline 
December 31, 2019 

*RIDERS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO REGISTER THE DAY OF THE EVENT*

Blind athlete Scott Leason (USA) got things going on the boat lake first thing in the morning on Saturday in the Adaptive Standing division. Giving it everything he had, Leason came away with his first WWA Wakeboard World title throwing T/S and H/S 180s for a final score of 82.33. 

Over on the cable in the Traditional final, Loic Deschaux (FRA) dropped hammers in every part of the course earning his 90.60 score with his S mobe 540 off the flats and a T/S B/S 180 to B/S lip slide pretzel out for the World title. Liam Brearley (CDN) made it a close match throwing a huge T/S B/S 900 off the kicker for a score of 83.90, followed by Joe Battleday (GBR) rounding out the podium with 82.50.  Defending Champ Julia Rick (GER) took the win with her consistent, dominating performances in the Pro Women’s Traditional final earning herself her seventh WWA World title. Rick threw down a T/S B/S 270 transfer F/S 270 and a massive front to blind in the flats for a perfect final score of 100.00 solidifying herself as the best female wakeboarder in the world. Lisa Baloo (Rus) claimed second place excelling on all the rails with a final score of 83.00, followed by Sanne Meijer (NED) in third with 81.40. 

The Jr. Pro riders brought the heat to the cable of the Mayan Water Complex with a fiery final round for the Traditional park riders. Mikayo Mundy (AUS) came away with the World title throwing a massive front mobe to the flats and a pete rose off the kicker earning the winning score of 89.30.  Stefan Hahn (AUT) put down a variety of technical rail hits for landing in second with 88.80, followed by Parker Swope (USA) in third with 87.70. 

The Jr. Pro Men were on fire behind the industry-leading Super Air Nautique G23 and Saturday’s semifinal rounds gave the crowd some of the best performances seen thus far. Joey Gallagher (USA) threw down a tail grab KGB for the heat on win and a score of 53.33, followed by Haydon Bru (AUS) in second with 49.33.Fynn Bullock-Womble stomped a H/S B/S 720 for the win in heat two to score 86.00, followed by Thomas Herman (USA) who will advance on with 81.33. Heat three went to Jamie Huser (SUI) who showed his signature style with a switch T/S F/S 720 scoring 82.67, followed by Tyler Worrall (USA) in second with 76.67. Noah Wildman (USA) took down heat four to score 86.67 landing a double back roll for a score of 86.67, followed by Jake Hill (USA) in second with 70.67.

In the Pro Men Features semifinal, Liam Brearley(CDN) claimed his spot in Sunday’s final with a 270 in to shifty rewind on the rooftop rail and a H/S B/S 900 off the kicker for a 94.10 in heat one.  James Windsor cleaned up in heat two throwing both T/S and H/S B/S 900s off the kicker for a score of 91.30. Joe Battleday (GBR) clinched the final spot out of heat three with a T/S B/S 180 to 270 lip slide to 270 out for heat winning score of 97.20. Claiming the final spot in Sunday’s final round was Guenther Oka (USA) in heat four utilizing his diverse skill set to lay down a big ollie up to T/S B/S 180 to cab 360 out on the last feature of the section for a textbook 100.00 point score.

The Pro Women’s semifinal saw many remarkable performances in Mexico, setting the bar for Sunday’s final round. Erika Lang (USA) came away with heat one win boosting off the wake of the Super Air Nautique G23 throwing a H/S front flip with a nose grab for a final score of 86.00, ahead of Sanne Meijer (NED) in second with 79.67. Heat two was owned by Tarah Mikacich (USA) throwing a wrapped KGB for 74.67, alongside Jamie Lopina (USA) advancing to the final round in second with 71.00 points. Nautique team athlete Zahra Kell (AUS) came away with the top spot in heat three with a super clean dum dum for the winning score of 85.33, ahead of Emi Kihara (JPN) in second with 48.67. Meagan Ethell (USA) put down a dominating run throwing a moby dick for a score of 87.67, followed by Otoha Kawahara (JPN) in second with 57.00. 

Aaron Cutler (USA) claimed his second consecutive Adaptive Standing world title with wrapped mute F/S 360 off the kicker for a perfect 100.00 point score. The Swedish Wake Team cleaned up in the Jr. Women finals with Clara Dandenell (SWE) coming out on top throwing a stalefish tantrum for a 90.00 total score. Eira Jansson (SWE) showed full composure throughout her entire run earning a second place finish with 88.00 points, just ahead of Melanie Staf (SWE) in third with 83.80 points. 

Daniel Grant (THA) killed it in the Pro Wakeskate division, closing out his inventive run with super technical flat water tricks and switch and regular B/S 360s off the kickers for 90.00 points. Maurizio Marassi (ITA) hit an impressive kick flip to F/S big spin for a second place finish of 80.00, followed by Victor Salmon (BEL) in third with a 70.00 point score. 

The Pro Men’s semifinal heats stacked up to their unstoppable reputations, sending the crowds cheers echoing throughout the Mayan Water Complex. In heat one, Nautique athlete Tony Iacconi (AUS) scored 86.67 throwing a H/S B/S 720 for the heat win, followed by Tyler Higham (USA) in second with 82.33. Taking the top spot in heat two, we saw Shota Tezuka (JPN) take the win with a massive method and a double half cab roll to score 85.00, ahead of Nic Rapa (AUS) in second with 79.33. Roswell athlete Cory Teunissen (AUS) won heat three with a 91.67, putting down a mute mobe 540, followed by Massi Piffaretti (ITA) in second with 76.67. In heat four, Cobe France (AUS) secured his spot in the finals with a wrapped nose grab 3 to 1 to score 87.67, ahead of Harley Clifford (AUS) in second with 84.00.

The Jr. Men’s division wrapped a full day of the world’s best riding on the pristine turquoise waters known to the Mayan Water Complex. Igor Colombo (ITA) brought home the win in the Jr. Men’s division throwing down a crow mobe and a whirly behind the Super Air Nautique G23 for a final score of 83.00.  Pablo Monroy (MEX) followed up in second with 72.00, followed by Jimmy Schmidt (USA) in third with 69.00. 

For a full list of results from day three of the 2019 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy Click Here.

For a full list of results from day three of the 2019 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy Click Here.

Day three of the 2019 Nautique WWA Wakeboard and Wake Park World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy begins at 9:00 a.m. CT on Sunday, October 20^thstarting with boat finals before closing out the event on the cable.

To view the daily schedule, Click Here.This event is FREE for all spectators and families. 

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 2019 WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.

Playa del Carmen, Mexico (October 18, 2019) – Day two of the 2019 Nautique WWA Wakeboard and Wake Park World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy saw battles of epic proportion with athletes in every division vying for a chance at the 2019 World titles. The 7X Wakeboard and 5X Wakesurf Boat of the Year, the Super Air Nautique G23, has been known to be the catalyst of progression, ensuring every event pulled by these legendary boats sees nothing short of the best riding in the world. Closing out another epic day of wakeboard and wake park competition, riders and their families convened back at the Iberostar Paraiso Lindo for the Roswell Marine Foam Party taking home free Roswell swag and kicking back with new friends along the poolside. 

The Mayan Water Complex has played host to multiple WWA events creating a global stage for wake athletes to come to deliver their best performances and creativity with every pass. The Boys Traditional division produced an all-time show for the crowds, with Wake Purdy (CDN) coming away with a heat win throwing a T/S B/S 540 for a final score of 97.90, ahead of Cameron Spalding (CDN) in second with 88.60.Axel Paget (FRA) came away with the win in heat two throwing a very impressive pete rose in the flats for S95.80, followed by Zach Montez (USA) in second with 92.10. In the Jr. Boys Traditional semifinal, Ethan Bertogal (FRA) took the top spot as the only competitor in his division to throw an air trick with his big raley in the flats for a perfect final score of 100.00. Ike Phillips (USA) threw down to finish in second with 87.90 and advancing to the finals. 

The Pro Men’s Quarterfinal heat one was lit on fire back at the boat lake, with Cobe France (AUS) charging the wake with a very stylish indy tantrum to blind to earn his winning score of 76.67. Guenther Oka USA) took heat two, earning a score of 79.33 sticking his melan pete rose for the win. In heat three Shota Tezuka (JPN) took with win displaying his signature big amplitude on all of his tricks for a score of 78.67. Nautique athlete Tony Iacconi (AUS) snagged a heat four win starting off pass one with a massive indy moby dick for a score of 79.00. Tyler Higham (USA) laid down an incredible run putting his west coast on style on two stand passes in heat five for a winning score of 89.00. Rockstar Energy athlete Nic Rapa (AUS) threw down two doubles and a nose grab pete rose for the top spot in heat six and a score of 87.33. In heat seven Roswell’s Cory Teunissen (AUS) capped off his run with a super clean double half cab roll leaving no doubt in anyone’s mind he was headed into the semifinal round with 86.33 points. Harley Clifford (AUS) took the win in the final heat of the quarterfinals throwing multiple mobe 540s for a winning score of 86.33.

Cameron Spalding (CDN) rode away with the win in heat one of the Groms Features semifinals going technical on all the rails complete with a B/S lipslide to B/S 360 to B/S 360 bagel out for a 96.10 score. In heat two, Ethan Bertogal (FRA) laid down a H/S F/S 720 to score 96.10. Sebastian Framdahl (SWE) took win in heat three sending him into final round after throwing a B/S 720 and KGB off the kickers for a score of 100.00. Axel Paget (FRA) owned heat four with a pete rose off the kicker for a score of 98.00.  The Girls Features semifinal saw some serious up and coming talent with Callie Zellenrath (CDN) winning the heat with a 94.40 point score, landing a T/S F/S 360 and a scarecrow. 

The Jr.Men Semifinal heat one set the pace for an intense battle behind the Super Air Nautique G23, with Graham Hebert (USA) charging the wake with a clean whirly bird to take the winning score of 63.00, followed by Crew Christensen (USA) in second with 54.00. Igor Colombo (ITA) took heat two, earning a score of 83.00 sticking his skeezer for the win. Jimmy Schmidt (USA) took second, scoring 75.00. In heat three Barrett Swope (USA) came away with the win throwing an indy tantrum to blind for a score of 64.00, ahead of Pablo Monroy (MEX) in second with 63.67 points. Macauley Needham (AUS) put down a tootsie roll in heat four sealing the deal on his first place finish and a score of 75.33, followed by Joey Gurr (CDN) with a score of 64.33.

Adaptive blind athlete, Scott Leason (USA), made his way to Mexico for his very first Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championship to officially cap off season with an unforgettable weekend of the world’s best wake action. Utilizing the wake of the Super Air Nautique G23, Leason threw multiple 180s for a winning score of 68.33 in today’s semifinal round of action. 

Anna Nikstad (USA) took down the Pro Women’s Features Only semifinal heat one with a T/S B/S 360 off the kicker to score 98.10, ahead of Courtney Angus (AUS) in second with 89.30 points. Defending World Champion Julia Rick (GER) won heat two with a T/S B/S 450 to 90 out grabbing a perfect 100.00 point score, ahead of second place finisher Lisa Baloo (RUS) with 86.00 points.

The Pro Men Features Only semifinal was nothing short of amazing with Daniel Grant (THA) sticking a huge moby dick 540 off the kicker and annihilating all the rails to score 97.20 points for the win in heat one. Winning heat two, Liam Brearley (CDN) put down a H/S B/S 360 to nose press to F/S 360 out to take the top spot with 93.40 points. Riley Dillon (CDN) scored 95.80 winning heat three today with a masterful run that included a T/S B/S 900 and some insane lines. Victor Salmon (BEL) took heat four throwing a T/S B/S 1080 to send him into Sunday’s final round and a 97.40 point score. Going super technical on all of the rails William Klang (SWE) took the top spot in heat five earning 88.90 points. Defending WWA Wake Park World Series Champion Guenther Oka (USA) put down an insane run throwing two 1080s off the kickers and backing it up with textbook rail hits for a final score of 97.20 to win the final heat.

The Girl’s division saw Kira Lewis (USA) take her very first WWA Wakeboard World title after two stand-up passes with a method late 180 and H/S back roll scoring 90.33. Laney Chadwick (AUS) put the pressure on Lewis, coming in second with a score of 81.67 after landing a T/S front roll. Rounding out the podium in third, Alexa Guajardo (MEX) scored 79.33. The Boys division kicked off the day with Noah Bullard (AUS) putting down a H/S 720 and a dum dum taking the World title with a score of 85.00. Taking the podium in second, Alex Albin (USA) threw a massive moby dick in his run behind the award-winning Super Air Nautique G23 for a score of 79.67. Xavier Olea Vorhauer (USA) finished third scoring 74.33. 

“The chance to compete here at the 2019 Nautique WWA Wakeboard Wake Park World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy is an aspiration for these athletes and we are honored to partner with Nautique Boats and the Mayan Water Complex to make this year’s event the largest and greatest event to date,” said WWA Executive Director Corrie Wilson. “We have already seen some amazing riding these first two days and the competition will only get better as we head into the weekend.” 

For a full list of results from day one of the 2019 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy Click Here.

For a full list of results from day one of the 2019 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy Click Here.

Day three of the 2019 Nautique WWA Wakeboard and Wake Park World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy begins at 8:00 a.m. CT on Saturday, October 19^th.

To view the daily schedule, Click Here.This event is FREE for all spectators and families. 

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 2019 WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.

Setting the pace for the entire day, the Pro Wakeskate division revved things up with Reed Hansen (USA) stomping out a switch H/S F/S 360 and a T/S B/S 180 to take the win with a score of 87.00. James Balzer (CDN) landed a T/S F/S indy shuv to grab the second spot scoring 80.67, followed by Brian Grubb (USA) in third with a score of 68.67. 

Fynn Bullock-Womble (USA) rose to the top of the Jr. Pro Men division this season, sealing it off with his very first National title with a final score of 94.33. Womble had a huge run behind the Super Air Nautique G23 today opening his run with a stylish stalefish tantrum to blind and going on to land a roast beef roll to blind and an indy bat wing to blind, leaving no doubt in anyone’s mind he just claimed the National title. Josh Swift (AUS) gave it everything he had putting down another ridiculous performance with a whirly 540 and a wrapped H/S B/S 540 to score 73.00. Kevin Duffy (USA) placed third throwing a switch nose grab crow mobe for a final score of 68.33.

Nautique Team athlete Zahra Kell (AUS) stole the show of the Pro Women’s division, taking her first National title scoring 92.00 points. She had an incredible run throwing down a dum dum and tantrum to blind. Meagan Ethell (USA) joined the podium in second place throwing a big T/S nose grab F/S 540 and a roll to blind for a score of 88.33, followed by Jamie Lopina in third with a final score of 83.00.

“I’m so excited to win my very first National title and it is just so cool to be on the podium with all of the incredible girls of our sport. Huge thanks to Nautique and everyone who put this event on this weekend!” said Zahra Kell.

Rockstar Energy and Ronix Wakeboards rider Nic Rapa (AUS) came out on a top with an epic performance behind the legendary Super Air Nautique G23. Rapa earned his winning score of 97.33 with a double T/S back roll to take him over the edge along with a super stylish blind pete rose and a nose grab T/S 900 to officially lock in his National title. In second, Harley Clifford (AUS) was biting at Rapa’s heels with two incredible passes that included a nose grab back mobe 540 and a melan T/S 900 scoring 93.67. Tyler Higham (USA) rounded out the podium with a double grabbed T/S B/S 540 for a third-place finishing score of 91.67.

“I’m so stoked to win the 2019 Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships presented by Rockstar Energy! I’ve never won a 4-star event before or a Nationals, so I’m super pumped to end the weekend like this. To make a final in today’s world is absolutely unreal and on top of it I had one of my best runs today which makes it that much more special,” commented Nic Rapa.

All competitors from each division are invited to the 2019 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy October 17th– 20th in Playa del Carmen, Mexico where the WWA will be hosting the WWA’s 30 Years of Wake celebration. The Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships will be held in conjunction with the WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Nautique for the biggest global event in wake history. Click Here for more information on this monumental event!

For a full list of results Click Here.

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 2019 WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.

“Each year the Nautique Wake Series brings everyone in wakeboarding together behind the world’s best boat, making each stop a world-class event and family reunion combined. After recently claiming the overall title at the final stop in Japan, I’m ready to train hard and go after the title again in 2019. I am excited for another year of seeing everyone from the pros to the amateurs keep pushing the sport and their own athletic abilities,” said Nautique Athlete and defending Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Champion, Meagan Ethell.

The 2019 season will include one of the most impressive line-ups to date with the inclusion of wake’s most sought-after events. The Nautique Wake Series and WWA WBWS will once again kick off the season at the world’s most spectated watersports event, the Nautique Moomba Masters in Melbourne, Australia. Stop two will bring us to the world’s most prestigious event held at the legendary Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, GA for the 60^th Nautique Masters Waterski & Wakeboard Tournament, presented by GM Marine Engine Technology. Riders will have the opportunity to earn a Masters invitation at the 2^nd annual Nautique Masters Wakeboard LCQ held in Orlando, Florida at the Orlando Watersports Complex. Stop three lands in the Pacific Northwest at Monroe, WA for the Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships presented by Rockstar Energy. The fourth and final stop will take us to the beautiful tropical paradise of Playa del Carmen, Mexico for the Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy. For the first-time ever the Wakeboard World Championships will join the Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships for an epic weekend with wake’s most elite field of athletes.

Pro Men, Pro Women and Jr. Pro Men athletes compete throughout the season with over $30,000 in additional prize money on the line for the overall Nautique Wake Series title. The Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships will crown WWA World Champions, Nautique Wake Series Overall Champions and WWA Wakeboard World Series Overall Champions.

2019 Nautique Wake Series Schedule:

Stop #1:  59^thNautique Moomba Masters                                                                                                                                           March 8th-11th                                                                                                                                                                      Melbourne, Australia (WWA-WBWS)

**Nautique Masters Wakeboard LCQ** 
April/May 2019                                                                                                                                                                            Orlando, Florida (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #2:  60^thNautique Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament
May 24th-26th                                                                                                                                                                                   Pine Mountain, Georgia (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #3:  Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships  
July 24th-27th                                                                                                                                                                            Monroe, Washington (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #4:  Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships 
October 10th-13th                                                                                                                                                                             Playa del Carmen, Mexico – Mayan Cable Park (WWA-WBWS)

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 5X Wakeboard Boat of the Year, 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.

For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.

For more information on the WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.

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About Nautique Boat Company: Celebrating 94 years of excellence in the marine industry, Nautique is a subsidiary of Correct Craft and has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Nautique is known to push the envelope of possibility on the water, and our owners have come to expect nothing but the absolute best. The Ski Nautique has been reinvented as the lightest ski boat on the market, the G-Series has won numerous awards for wakeboard boat and wakesurf boat of the year while unlocking new possibilities in wakeboarding and wakesurfing, and our GS Series has given families endless days on the water without compromise. Through our Nautique Cares initiatives we’re dedicated to not only making a difference on the water, but 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 Rockstar: Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles – from Athletes to Rockstars. Available in over 25 flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music. For more information, visit: www.RockstarEnergy.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.

As we sit today, there is a 60-point spread among the top four ranked riders on the Men’s WWA Wakeboard World Series with only one remaining event after the Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WBWS Stop #5. With the final stop, the 2018 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships just over thirty days away, the riders know there is now no place for playing it safe.

A shuffling in the rankings took place in Knoxville, TN, as Tony Iacconi moved up one spot into 4^thranked position after his third place podium finish, solidifying 295 points on the WBWS overall rankings. The WBWS 3^rdranked rider, Cory Teunissen put on a huge show so far this season putting up some massive double cab rolls, riding on the heels of Nic Rapa in second place.

Nic Rapa came away with his second Factory Pro title gaining valuable ground in the rankings, however, his final score wasn’t quite enough to take thetop spot on the leaderboard. Sitting in the top spot on the WBWS rankings, Harley Clifford remains focused as he heads to the WWA Wakeboard National Championships, an event he has claimed multiple Nationals Titles. Despite his second place finish at the Factory Pro and with Rapa only 20 points behind Clifford on the rankings, the pressure remains to perform to his full potential.

The Women have been absolutely charging it this season and the shuffling of the overall rankings in Knoxville can speak to it. Jamie Lopina torched the fire at the Factory Pro, throwing down the only crowmobe seen in the Women’s final. This performance moved Lopina up two spots on the leaderboard heading to Washington with a solid 5^thspot on the WBWS rankings. Dallas Friday, known for her clean tricks and signature style sits 4^thon the rankings, just 30 points short of Zahra Kell holding down the 3^rdranked spot.

Going into the Factory Pro a few weeks back, Meagan Ethell was a mere 5 points behind Nicola Butler with the two going head to head, proving to the fans that women do in fact run the world. Ethell’s win sent her into 1^stplace on the rankings as the reigning WWA Wakeboard National Champion looks toward another National Title this week.

The ranking’s shakeups prove that with two stops to go, the race for the Title is far from over, setting the stage for a showdown at Lake Tye Park at the 2018 Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships. Stay tuned all week long for updates from the heartbeat of the sport with athletes from around the globe focused on driving progression.

Follow @thewwa on Twitter for up-to-date scores and on Instagram for continuous event updates. Be sure to catch the WWA World Series Rundown show Friday and Saturday evening directly following the event on the World Wake Association’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.

To learn more about the current WWA Wakeboard World Series rankings Click Here

CLICK HERE for the schedule of events.

This event is FREE to the public.

Location:

Lake Tye Park

14964 Fryelands Blvd

Monroe, WA 98272

Riders in all amateur divisions qualify to compete at the Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships at their respective Regional Championships held throughout the season. Whether placing at the top of their division or not, all riders have the honor to represent the U.S.A. at the 2018 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships, in Miyoshi City, Japan.

“The Nautique WWA Wakeboard Nationals always brings out the best of the best,” said Nautique President Greg Meloon. “We’re happy to watch the progression of wakeboarding go down behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The wakes provide the perfect platform for riders of all ages and abilities to go out and compete their absolute best and have fun in the process.”

The Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships presented by Rockstar Energy serves as the fifth stop of the WWA Wakeboard World Series and fourth stop of the Nautique Wake Series, towed exclusively behind the legendary Super Air Nautique G23. This season is set to be nothing short of amazing as every one of the top 10 riders on the WBWS have a bag of tricks that can take the win on any given weekend.

“Every year the Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships presented by Rockstar Energy brings everyone together from the smallest groms competing for their first season to the heroes of our sport in the Pro divisions. This year has something special about it as we continue to get closer as a community and push the sport. We’re excited to bring this event to the northwest and look forward to another year of family fun and competition at Nationals!” said WWA Executive Director Corrie Wilson.

WHAT:      2018 Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships presented by Rockstar Energy

WHEN:     July 25-28, 2018

WHERE:   Lake Tye Park

                 14964 Fryelands Blvd.

                 Monroe, WA 98272

This event is FREE to the public. Learn more www.wakeboardnationals.com

2018 Qualification Requirements

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.For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.

For more information on the 2018 WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.

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About Nautique Boat Company: Celebrating 93 years of excellence in the marine industry, Nautique is a subsidiary of Correct Craft and has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Nautique is known to push the envelope of possibility on the water, and our owners have come to expect nothing but the absolute best. The Ski Nautique 200 has changed waterskiing with 25 world records, the G-Series has won numerous awards for wakeboard boat and wakesurf boat of the year while unlocking new possibilities in wakeboarding and wakesurfing, and our GS Series has given families endless days on the water without compromise. Through our Nautique Cares initiatives, we’re dedicated to not only making a difference on the water,but 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 Rockstar: Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles – from Athletes to Rockstars. Available in over 25 flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music. For more information, visit: www.RockstarEnergy.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.

Pro Men’s qualifying is underway, featuring elite Nautique athletes, such as Mike Dowdy, Bob Soven, and JD Webb to name a few. This season is arguably the deepest field in the history of the sport, which is destined to provide intense action beginning in qualifying and carrying on into the finals.

“It’s always good to come out and win the first heat of the season,” said Team Nautique Rider Bob Soven (USA). “The conditions were pretty challenging today with the wind blowing right down the center of the course at 15+ mph, but the G23’s wake stayed clean and allowed everyone to still put their best tricks forward.”

The Pro Women’s division started the day off with their quarterfinals, ultimately leading the way were Nicola Butler (USA) and Larisa Morales (MEX). Thanks to the innovative technology on the Super Air Nautique G23, the women continue their progression towards raising the bar yet again for this weekend’s finals showdown.

“Today was an exciting first day at the Nautique Wake Open with a full lineup of Pro Women competing,” said Team Nautique Rider Meagan Ethell (USA).  “The conditions were a little rough, but I was able to adjust and put in a consistent run to advance to the semifinals. My plan this weekend is to have fun, lay down a solid run and earn a spot in the finals.”

LAKE ALFRED, Fla. (March 23, 2016) – The World Wakeboard Association (WWA) announced today the schedule for the 2016 Malibu Evolution Pro Series. Three events are set to take place in 2016, each being held in a unique location that provides riders the opportunity to display their talents globally. Malibu’s all-new, class-leading M235 will be one of the key tools in helping world-class athletes take the next step toward greatness in the water.

Malibu CEO Jack Springer spoke briefly about the companies’ commitment to raising the bar on a global level in water across the world. “As the Malibu Evolution Series enters its second year, Malibu is excited to bring our sport and product to unique locations around the world,” said Springer. “Partnering last year with the WWA, we had a common goal to create events that were fitting for the worldwide towboat leader, and we’ve achieved that. I personally look forward to seeing the world’s best athletes prove themselves behind the all-new Malibu M235 this summer; the most luxurious and preeminent boat in the industry.”

“It’s always great to have partners that are in tune with our vision and share the same passion that we do in helping elevate the sport to the next level,” said Shannon Starling, WWA President. “Coming off of a successful first year for the Evolution Pro Series in 2015, the WWA and Malibu Boats are really looking to setting a new standard for Pro Wakeboard events this season, which will consist of unreal locations for the sport and brand.”

The Malibu Evolution Pro Series is designed to showcase the highest level of performance, unifying the men and women of the professional wakeboarding circuit at some of the world’s most elite facilities, in the U.S. and internationally. In order to match the athletes’ credentials, over $250,000 in prize money and athlete incentives will be up for grabs.

“Malibu and the WWA have done a fantastic job with the Evolution Pro Series,” said Malibu Team Rider Massi Piffaretti. “I’m really looking forward to competing at some of the new locations we will be attending in 2016. Each round is going to be unique in its own way and I’m ready for the challenges that they present.”

In addition to the Malibu Evolution Pro Series, the three events will also work in conjunction with the Wakeboard World Series (WBWS), which the Malibu Sparks Pro will host the third round on July 1-3; the Malibu Seoul Pro will be the sixth round, August 19-21; and the Punta Cana Pro, October 7-9, will serve as the WBWS finale.

For the latest updates, stay tuned to TheWWA.com and MalibuBoats.com.

2016 WWA Malibu Evolution Pro Series Dates
Sparks Pro
Sparks Marina
Sparks, Nevada
July 1-3
*Will also feature Pro Wake Surfing

Seoul Pro
Han River
Seoul, South Korea
August 19-21

Punta Cana Pro
Cap Cana Marina
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
October 7-9
*Will also feature Pro Men Wake Park

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About Malibu Boats
Malibu Boats is the world’s largest manufacturer of watersports towboats, known for leading the industry with major innovations, including the first onboard computer system in 1993, the ingenious Power Wedge hydrofoil in 2006 (completely redesigned in 2014), the industry’s first wake-maximizing hull in 2000, and Surf Gate, the innovation that changed the face of wakesurfing forever, in 2012. Malibu markets the Wakesetter and Response models – as well as the Axis Wake Research brand – through a worldwide dealer network. With some 450 employees and three manufacturing facilities, in California, Tennessee, and Australia, Malibu builds boats to help you live a #lifewithoutlimits on the water. (NASDAQ: MBUU) | @malibuboats | #evolutionproseries

About the WWA
The World Wakeboard Association is the global leader in wake sports sanctioning. 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. With 27 affiliate countries worldwide, the WWA is a rider-formed organization dedicated to promoting and growing wake sports worldwide. It is the primary source for riders, event organizers and competitive standards. For more information on the WWA and its events, check out www.thewwa.com