By World Sports & Marketing Press Release
Published: August 23, 2010
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Hansen Closes in on Fourth Consecutive World Title

Orlando, Fla. – Nearly 100 professional riders hit the waters of the Orlando Watersports Complex today for the 17th annual ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra, but only one was there to compete for his fourth consecutive world title – Reed Hansen.

 
Hansen, a 20-year-old professional wakeskater from Groveland, Fla., is now one round away from pulling off the fourpeat, as he won his semifinal heat today to advance onto Sunday’s Pro Wakeskate finals.
 
“I felt that I really put it together out there today,” said Hansen. “It was the closest I’ve gotten to a standup run, so I’m feeling pretty stoked right now.”
 
Hansen posted a score of 81.67 for his semifinal run, which consisted of eight ‘bangers’ including a switch backside late shove – the first time the defending champ landed the trick in a contest.
 
“I still have a couple of tricks up my sleeve if I need to use them in the finals,” said Hansen. “This is my favorite contest and I enjoy winning it.”
 
Hansen and the three other Pro Wakeskate finalists will face off in the deciding round tomorrow, Sunday, Aug. 22 at 1:30 p.m.
 
The ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra concludes tomorrow, Aug. 22, with the ticketed event running from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
 
Tickets can be purchased at the gate on event dates for $10 (general admission), $5 (ages 6-12) or free (ages 5 and under).
 
In addition to all the action on the water; on land, spectators will enjoy great food and music; athlete autograph signings; chances to win freebies; and shopping at the most cutting-edge stores for water-sports equipment including boats, wakeboards, wakeskates, sunglasses and the latest in wakeboarding and surfing fashions.
 
Spectators can also pick up their share of $10,000 in free gift cards from Overton’s, the official water-sports retailer of the King of Wake series. Fans can also register to win a $500 Overton’s catalog shopping spree.
 
The WWA Wakeboard World Championships is the solely owned property of the World Wakeboard Association (WWA). With 27 Affiliate countries world wide 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 ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra, visit allisports.com.
 
The ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships, presented by Supra is organized by World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla., and has the support of the following sponsors: Rockstar Energy Drink, Supra boats, Overton’s, Indmar, Peavey, Mona Vie, Billabong, Hyperlite, CWB, Ronix, Liquid Force, Byerly, Oakley, Sayiwon’t, Epiphone, WakeBoarding magazine, Fuel TV and Allisports.com.
 
About ROCKSTAR
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 Supra
Supra is the official tow boat of the ROCKSTAR WWA Wakeboard World Championships. Celebrating more than 30 years of excellence in the marine industry, Supra pioneered rider-friendly boats that feature innovative hull designs, adjustable wakes and versatile seating with sleek and sexy styling.
 
About WWA
The WWA Wakeboard World Championships is the solely owned property of the World Wakeboard Association (WWA). The WWA also owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard Nationals, WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, and the WWA Wake Park Nationals. With 27 Affiliate countries world wide 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 events, check out www.thewwa.com
 
About FUEL TV
FUEL TV is the action sports lifestyle network for skateboarding, snowboarding, surfing, BMX, motocross, and wakeboarding. Through its original and commissioned series and specials, short-form content, films, and prestigious event coverage, the channel features action sports athletes, emerging musicians, celebrities, and breaking news. FUEL TV was launched July 1, 2003 and is seen in more than 30 million U.S. homes. FUEL TV has networks in Australia (FUEL TV Australia) and Portugal (FUEL TV Portugal) and its content is viewed in more than 50 countries around the world.
 
About WakeBoarding Magazine
WakeBoarding, published by Bonnier Corp., is the official magazine of the Pro Tour. Read about all things wakeboarding, with expert coverage of professional instruction, gear, boats and news.
 
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 2010 series consists of the Wake Games, the WWA Wakeboard National Championships, the WWA Wakeboard World Championships and all five stops on the Pro Wakeboard Tour. The King of Wake is organized by World Sports & Marketing – the leading wake-events producer since 1988.
 
About Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports
Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, is a global business that encompasses national and international action-sports tours and events, multimedia production and a consumer-facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: the King of Wake series, Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, China Invitational, Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship and Gatorade Free Flow Tour. Alli Productions creates original content, produces and presents content with partners and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes.
 
Saturday, August 21 - Day 3 Results
 
Pro Women Semifinal (top two in each heat advance)
 
Heat #1
1. Raimi Merritt (USA) - 68.33
2. Melissa Marquardt (USA) - 60.00
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3. Emily Copeland Durham (USA) - 50.00
4. Anna Hajek (USA) - 35.00
 
Heat #2
1. Amber Wing (AUS) - 76.67
2. Hayley Smith (AUS) - 65.00
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3. Tarah Mikacich (USA) - 56.67
4. Ashley Leugner (CAN) - 40.00
5. Emylee Wright (USA) - 30.00
 
Heat #3
1. Nicola Butler GRB 80.00
2. Meagan Ethell (USA) - 66.67
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3. Bec Gange (AUS) - 50.00
4. Megan Blaschka (USA) - 43.33
5. Corrie Dyer (USA) - 33.33
 
Pro Wakeskate Semifinal (top two in each heat advance)
 
Heat #1
1. Brian Grubb (USA) - 66.67
2. Stuart Shinn (USA) - 56.67
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3. Grant Roberts (USA) - 46.67
 
Heat #2
1. Reed Hansen (USA) - 81.67
2. Danny Hampson (USA) - 70.00
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3. George Daniels (USA) - 56.67
 
Pro Women Wakeskate Semifinal (all riders advance)
1. Jen GilanFarr (USA) - 75.00
2. Cassandra Scott (USA) - 60.00
3. Kristine Gagnier (USA) - 46.67
4. Kiyoka Fujihara (JPN) - 33.33
 
Pro Veterans Semifinal (all riders advance)
1. Dean Lavelle (USA) - 70.00
2. Glen Fletcher (USA) - 60.00
 
Masters Semifinal (top two in each heat advance)
 
Heat #1
1. Mario Manzoli (BRA) - 70.00
2. Billy Garcia (USA) - 60.00
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3. Kenichi Suzuki (JPN) - 50.00
4. German Brito (MEX) - 40.00
5. Takahiro Makino (JPN) - 26.67
 
Heat #2
1. Jeremy Baker (USA) - 78.33
2. Paul Boyd (USA) - 63.33
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3. Brent Anderson (USA) - 53.33
4. Steve Jones (USA) - 45.00
5. Rodrigo Martins (MEX) - 33.33
 
Pro Men Quarterfinal (top two in each heat advance)
 
Heat #1
1. Andrew Adkison (USA) - 73.33
2. Olivier Derome (CAN) - 71.67
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3. Ben Greenwodd (USA) - 63.33
4. Jason Bannatyne (CAN) - 51.67
 
Heat #2
1. Trevor Hansen (USA) - 68.33
2. Bryan Hutton (USA) - 63.33
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3. Kirby Liesmann (USA) - 55.00
4. James Hindes (USA) - 45.00
 
Heat #3
1. Adam Errington (SCT) - 73.33
2. Josh Palma (USA) - 65.00
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3. AJ Racinelli (USA) - 55.00
4. Jimmy Trask (USA) - 41.67
 
Heat #4
1. Jimmy LaRiche (USA) - 71.67
2. Shaun Murray (USA) - 66.67
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3. Joey Bradley (USA) - 55.00
4. Marcelo Giardi (BRA) - NS
 
Heat #5
1. Danny Harf (USA) - 71.67
2. Keith Lyman (USA) - 66.67
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3. Zane Schwenk (USA) - 56.67
4. Derek Grasman (USA) - 11.67
 
Heat #6
1. Dean Smith (AUS) - 80.00
2. Austin Hair (USA) - 75.00
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3. Tony Carroll (USA) - 68.33
4. Anthony Hollick (USA) - 58.33
 
Heat #7
1. Bob Soven (USA) - 76.67
2. Danny Burnstein (USA) - 63.33
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3. Lachlan Burgess (IRL) - 48.33
4. Paul Hernaez (FRA) - 43.33
5. Sam Thomson (AUS) - 36.67
 
Heat #8
1. Rusty Malinoski (CAN) - 81.67
2. Kyle Rattray (CAN) - 68.33
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3. Erik Ruck (USA) - 58.33
4. Kevin Henshaw (CAN) - 43.33
5. Scotty Broome (AUS) - NS
 
Heat #9
1. Phillip Soven (USA) - 81.67
2. Shawn Watson (USA) - 71.67
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3. Padiwat Jaemjan (THA) - 58.33
4. Jeff Weatherall (NZL) - 45.00
5. Chad Sharpe (CAN) - 36.67
 
Heat #10
1. Harley Clifford (AUS) - 91.67
2. Danny Thollander (USA) - 71.67
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3. Phillip Aslinger (USA) - 66.67
4. Josh Sanders (AUS) - 60.00
5. Daniel Watkins (AUS) - 51.67

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