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Guinness and World Skate articles on Judi Oyama
The August newsletter of World Skate features and interview with lots of photos of the skateboarding career of Judi Oyama. Check it out!
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ISSA Announces Rider Qualification Protocol for World Skate Games 2026
The International Slalom Skateboarding Association (ISSA), in coordination with the World Skate Slalom Working Group, is pleased to announce the approved rider qualification protocol for the upcoming World Skate Games 2026, to be held in Paraguay (dates and venues to be confirmed, likely October–November 2026).
Rider Qualification Protocol
Pre-Qualified Riders:
The Top 10 men and Top 10 women from the ISSA World Rankings for both the 2024 and 2025 seasons (calculated separately) will receive automatic pre-qualification for the Games.
The 2024 Top 10 are shown in the graphic above and listed on the ISSA website.
The 2025 Top 10 will be finalized in January 2026 following the conclusion of the 2025 racing season.
National Quotas:
In addition to the pre-qualified riders, each country will have a quota of 5 men and 5 women, selected by their national federation using their own qualification method.
Confirmation:
Pre-qualified positions are non-transferable and remain subject to acceptance and confirmation by the respective national federations.
Costs:
Riders will be responsible for their own participation expenses at the World Skate Games 2026.
Congratulations to the 2024 Pre-Qualified Riders
The ISSA congratulates the Top 10 men and women from the 2024 ISSA World Rankings, who now form the first wave of eligible competitors for the Games. These names are published in full on the ISSA website and highlighted in the accompanying graphic.
Looking Ahead
The 2025 ISSA World Ranking will determine the second wave of pre-qualified riders.
The ISSA will share updates regarding official dates, venue selection, and event details as they are finalized in collaboration with World Skate.
The ISSA is excited to take this important step toward the World Skate Games 2026 and looks forward to celebrating and supporting the global slalom skateboarding community on the road to Paraguay.
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US Nationals 2025 - Mile High Massacre [Major]
Possibly the best photo of the whole event - world class racers, world class friends!
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Policka 2025
Photos by Miroslav Bartos, FINAL skateboard shop
GS - Pro
1. Jakub Jirman, CZE
2. Matej Stefka, CZE
3. Petr Martinu, CZE
4. Stanislav Nozka, CZE
5. Clement Perdrix, FRA
6. Louis Selby, GBR
7. Josef Stefka, CZE
8. Zdenek Mach, CZE
GS - Women
1. Anna Rezkova, CZE
2. Karolina Vojtova, CZE
3. Tereza Dvorakova, CZE
4. Alina Krasavina
5. Eliska Stranska, CZE
6. Karla Vovsova, CZE
7. Emily Martinu, CZE
8. Marie Maderova, CZE
GS - AM
1. Gianluca Bellomo, ITA
2. Jindrich Voves, CZE
3. Jakub Novak, CZE
4. Felix Thiele, GER
5. Lukas Martinu, CZE
6. Mostafa Dhoughi, ITA
7. Noah Ellison, USA
8. Max Thiele, GER
GS - Masters
1. Michal Subrt, CZE
2. Vlad Popov, USA
3. Stepan Vojta, CZE
4. Daniel Syrovy, CZE
5. Mmedo Duffort, FRA
6. Tomas Fiala, CZE
7. Cedric Cornell, NOR
8. Dusan Dvorak, CZE
GS - Juniors
1. Zuzana Vovsova, CZE
2. Gabriel Taylor-Crush, GBR
3. Anna Safrankova, CZE
HS - Pro
1. Petr Martinu, CZE
2. Jakub Jirman, CZE
3. Matej Stefka, CZE
4. Stanislav Mironenko, GER
5. Louis Selby, GBR
6. Clement Perdrix, FRA
7. Stanislav Nozka, CZE
8. Zdenek Mach, CZE
HS - Women
1. Tereza Dvorakova, CZE
2. Karolina Vojtova, CZE
3. Alina Krasavina,
4. Anna Rezkova, CZE
5. Emily Martinu, CZE
6. Eliska Stranska, CZE
7. Karla Vovsova, CZE
8. Alzbeta Stapakova, CZE
HS - AM
1. Jindrich Voves, CZE
2. Max Thiele, GER
3. Felix Thiele, GER
4. Lukas Martinu, CZE
5. Tomas Mach, CZE
6. Jakub Novak, CZE
7. Gianluca Bellomo, ITA
8. Jan Smerek, CZE
HS - Masters
1. Vlad Popov, USA
2. Michal Subrt, CZE
3. Daniel Syrovy, CZE
4. Stepan Vojta, CZE
5. Mmedo Duffort, FRA
6. Tomas Fiala, CZE
7. Tomas Kucera, CZE
8. Salvis Skarainis, LAT
HS - Juniors
1. Zuzana Vovsova, CZE
2. Gabriel Taylor-Crush, GRB
3. Anna Safrankova, CZE
TS - Pro
1. Stanislav Mironenko, UKR
2. Clement Perdix, FRA
3. Matej Stefka, CZE
4. Petr Martinu, CZE
5. Louis Selby, GBR
6. Stanislav Nozka, CZE
7. Zdenek Mach, CZE
8. Jakub Jirman, CZE
9. Josef Stefka, CZE
TS - Women
1. Karolina Vojtova, CZE
2. Tereza Dvorakova, CZE
3. Alina Krasavina,
4. Emily Martinu, CZE
5. Anna Rezkova, CZE
6. Eliska Stranska, CZE
7. Marrie Maderova, CZE
8. Karla Vovsova, CZE
TS - AM
1. Jindrich Voves, CZE
2. Felix Thiele, GER
3. Max Thiele, GER
4. Lukas Martinu, CZE
5. Jakub Novak, CZE
6. Tomas Mach, CZE
7. Gianluca Bellomo, ITA
8. Mostafa Dhoughi, ITA
TS - Masters
1. Vlad Popov, USA
2. Stepan Vojta, CZE
3. Alex Lutz, GER
4. Tomas Fiala, CZE
5. Mmedo Duffort, FRA
6. Salvis Skarainis, LAT
7. Martin Tuma, CZE
8. Daniel Syrovy, CZE
TS - Juniors
1. Zuzana Vovsova, CZE
2. Anna Safrankova, CZE
3. Gabriel Taylor-Crush, GRB
Euros 2025 - Results
Pro (top 8)
1. Gustavs Gailitis [LAT]
2. Petr Matouš [CZE, TIBET]
3. Louis Selby [GBR]
4. Toms Dreiblats [LAT]
5. Jakub Jirman [CZE]
6. Petr Martinů [CZE]
7. Clement Perdrix [FRA]
8. Christoph Baumann [GER]
Women
1. Karolína Vojtová [CZE]
2. Emily Martinů [CZE]
3. Endija Liga Ruja [LAT]
4. Eliška Stránská [CZE]
5. Tereza Dvořáková [CZE]
6. Dominika Ozolina [LAT]
AM (top 8)
1. Zaccaria Di Giorgio [ITA]
2. Felix Thiele [GER]
3. André Gomez [BRA]
4. Gianluca Bellomo [ITA]
5. Mostafa Dghoughi [ITA]
6. Michael Ermel [GER]
7. Timo Hermann [GER]
8. Raphael Kämper [GER]
Masters (top 8)
1. Robert Thiele [GER]
2. Štěpán Vojta [CZE]
3. Mmedo Duffort [FRA]
4. Michal Šubrt [CZE]
5. Dušan Dvořak [CZE]
6. Silvio Endrizzi [ITA]
7. Francesco Ugolini [ITA, MLNV]
8. Urs Gassmann [GER]
Juniors
1. Keita Zorgevica [LAT]
Teens
1. Vít Kunčík [CZE]
2. Karolína Faltová [CZE]
3. Eva Endrizzi [GER,ITA]
Kids
1. Greta Bedřichová [CZE]
2. Matilda Bedřichová [CZE]
3. Leona Schmid [GER]
4. Tian Predel [GER]
5. Ida Reuss [GER]
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The Rattler, June 11-13 - USA [Main]
Sarah Byrd, #1 women, #11 overall
ISSA 25 CONE WORLD SERIES - Podiums
ISSA 25 CONE WORLD SERIES - Results #1
Clément Perdrix, professional skateboarder from France, claimed the title of world´s fastest man at the opening stage of the 2025 Series, doing an astonishing time of 8.186. He was closely followed by Shota Sakai, a top professional rider from Japan and one of the most consistent competitors on the global circuit, who reached an impressive 8.369. In third place, Brazil’s André Gomez, an amateur skateboarder, recorded his personal best of 8.443, not only securing a spot on the overall podium but also taking the amateur category win for this stage.
Junior Highlights:
In a standout performance, 14-year-old Riku Sagara from Japan registered the best time in the Junior category and impressively placed 11th at the Open Category.
Women’s Category Highlights:
Maggie Harrison, hailing from Texas, USA, delivered the fastest time among the women with 9.709. She was followed closely by Leiola Kahaku (CA, USA) with 9.796, and the legendary Lynn Kramer (CA, USA) with 10.017.
Master Category:
Brazilian skatersboarders secured all three podium positions in the Master category, with Rogério Antigo in first place, followed by Fernando Yanaguita and Fabiano Bulgarelli, separated by only two-tenths of a second.
Amateur Category:
In the amateur division, Brazil achieved a double podium finish with André Gomez in first and Howard Weiss in second. Jeff Minx, from Texas, USA and currently ranked #1 amateur in the world, completed the podium in third place.
A curious detail: the top four amateur finishers all set new personal records at this stage — a clear sign that the 2025 season is set to be on fire!
Detailed results (PDF):
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ISSA 25-cone World Series 2025/2026 - It's on!
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ISSA Board Update – Honoring the Past, Welcoming the Future
The International Slalom Skateboarding Association (ISSA) would like to share an important update with our global slalom community.
🎖️ After many years of dedicated service, Hans “Corky” Koraeus has officially stepped down from the ISSA Board of Directors. Corky’s tireless contributions - from maintaining the World Ranking system to serving as a technical guide and international ambassador - have played a vital role in shaping modern slalom skateboarding. His impact is deeply appreciated by all of us at ISSA and by racers around the world. 💚
🙏 We extend our heartfelt thanks to Corky for his leadership, expertise, and unwavering support of the sport. We are grateful he’ll continue working with us during the transition to share his vast knowledge and help onboard new talent.
🌟 With that, we are proud to officially welcome our newest Board member, Colin Beck, who has been unanimously appointed by the ISSA BOD to fill the open seat. Colin brings a strong programming background and valuable experience from his work with the Australian slalom/downhill scene and the IDF (International Downhill Federation). His role will include stepping in as our new Ranking Supervisor, helping to maintain and modernize the systems that serve as the backbone of our sport’s global competition structure.
💬 Please join us in thanking Corky for his incredible service - and in welcoming Colin as he steps into this new chapter with the ISSA!
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue building toward an exciting 2025 season and beyond. 🛹🌍
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