Vert Skateboarding Chasing The Olympic Dream

As seen in the Return to Vert, the resurgence of halfpipe skateboarding is stronger than ever, with more skateboarders dropping in and progression exceeding anyone’s expectations. Park and street skateboarding are making their second appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, yet one familiar arena is still left on the sidelines: vert skateboarding. Hear from current vert rippers Arisa Trew, Gui Khury to halfpipe greats and ambassadors Jason Ellis, Selema Masekela, and more on what it would mean for skateboarding to have vert in the Olympics.

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Return to Vert: The New Era of Progression

The vert skateboarding scene is experiencing a strong resurgence, with a new generation pushing limits into uncharted territories. Tony Hawk’s groundbreaking 900 in 1999 was a pivotal moment in skateboarding history, but the progression happening in vert today is beyond anyone’s expectations. The recent Tony Hawk Vert Alert in Salt Lake City, Utah showcased skateboarding’s passion for vert and its talent. Get an exclusive look into the world of vert skateboarding with Jason Ellis, Moto Shibata, Arisa Trew, Selema Masekela, and many more in Return to Vert: The New Era of Progression.

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Selema Masekela | The Nine Club – Episode 290

Selema Masekela discusses moving to Carlsbad California, falling in love with surfing, working at Transworld, becoming team manager for Planet Earth, Rhythm & Adio Footwear, starting Alphanumeric Clothing, why he first turned down announcing for X Games, getting the call to go on Tony Hawks Gigantic Skatepark Tour, Tony Hawks 900, breaking the Kim Kardashian sex tape story on his E! show “Daily 10”, returning to X Games, his father Hugh Masekela and much more!

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Rolling Away: A Skateboarding Documentary Starring Ryan Sheckler – Red Bull

Ryan Sheckler and the most prolific names in skateboarding and sports discuss the importance of skate videos and the work-ethic required to produce a game-changing video part. The film follow’s Ryan’s three-year, injury-fought journey of filming “Lifer”, the action sport icon’s most monumental video part to date.

“I’ve been skating for almost 31 years and now I’m 33 years old. It’s crazy to think about it that way, but that’s what “Rolling Away” and “Lifer” is all about. It’s the culmination of my journey with skateboarding and proof that it’s unlike any other sport.” – Ryan Sheckler

Featuring Ryan Sheckler, Geoff Rowley, Paul Rodriguez, Tony Hawk, Eric Koston, David Reyes, Gary Rogers, Selema Masekela, Jamie Foy, Nora Vasconcellos, Klay Thompson, Ira Ingram, and more.

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25 YEARS OF X GAMES | World of X Games

This special 25th anniversary episode takes a look back at the progression of the X Games and the most significant moments in its history. 25 Years of X Games features highlight footage from the past 25 years, as well as current interviews with action sports legends and ESPN hosts reliving their favorite memories.

Featured guests include: Tony Hawk, Travis Pastrana, Mat Hoffman, Dennis McCoy, Paul Rodriguez, Bucky Lasek, Lizzie Armanto, Jacko Strong, Ryan Nyquist, Selema Masekela, Ron Semiao, Ryan Sheckler, Nyjah Huston, Brighton Zeuner, Chris Fowler, Suzy Kolber, Brian Deegan, Carey Hart, Bob Burnquist, Scotty Cranmer, Mitchie Brusco, Elliot Sloan, Ken Block and Danny Way.

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