Category: Interview

First Person: Jake Ilardi Battles Industry Politics with Skateboard Skills

Jake Ilardi has heart for skateboarding. Going pro in November 2020, he released standout video parts and earned a spot on Team USA Skateboarding, making his Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Games. Despite dominating these feats in stride, he ultimately found himself in the industry gauntlet. Come August 2024, Jake earned his way into the RSEO Street Final. Ilardi then went on to finish first in the semifinals held in Portland, earning his place in Sunday’s final, silencing his critics, and demonstrating that his fire remains as strong as ever. Hear Jake’s story in First Person in our latest video above.

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First Person: Lazer Crawford Spotlight Moment in The Big Leagues

In the second installment of First Person, a new video series that gives a skateboarder’s perspective in competitions, street missions, and filming video parts, we follow up with Lazer Crawford and his first-time career big win at the Rockstar Energy Open. “Has anyone ever won their first pro contest?” uttered pro skateboarder and host Sean Malto as everyone watched Lazer drop in for his last chance at making his first podium debut in the big leagues. Ride the lows and highs with Lazer as he explains his nerves, the support he’s had along the way from his dad, and the thrill of a rookie taking center stage.

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First Person: Lazer Crawford Spotlight Moment in The Big Leagues

In the second installment of First Person, a new video series that gives a skateboarder’s perspective in competitions, street missions, and filming video parts, we follow up with Lazer Crawford and his first-time career big win at the Rockstar Energy Open. “Has anyone ever won their first pro contest?” uttered pro skateboarder and host Sean Malto as everyone watched Lazer drop in for his last chance at making his first podium debut in the big leagues. Ride the lows and highs with Lazer as he explains his nerves, the support he’s had along the way from his dad, and the thrill of a rookie taking center stage.

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Skatepark Stories with Bombette Martin – The Skatepark Project

The Skatepark Project recently met up with Bombette Martin at the Pier 62 Skatepark in Chelsea, NYC to hear her favorite things about skateboarding. From the freedom to the community, or just a way to have fun and express yourself. “Something good comes out of every interaction you get from skateboarding”

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