Skateboarding Olympics

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Shredding Their Way to Olympic Glory: Midland's RTD Skatepark Champions Skateboarding!

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Join NewsWest 9's Jenna Elique for an exclusive dive into the art of skateboarding at Midland's RTD Skatepark. Get ready to be amazed by some fun facts and the future of skateboarding in the Olympics!

Skateboarding isn't just a hobby; it's an art form and a way of life, especially at RTD Skatepark in Midland. NewsWest 9's Jenna Elique sat down with some of the park’s most passionate skaters to explore what makes this place a haven for shredding. From mastering ollies to perfecting kickflips, the skaters of RTD Skatepark are doing it all!

One of the things that really stood out about RTD Skatepark is the community. It's not just about individual tricks; it's about collective growth and support. Skaters here range from beginners finding their footing to seasoned pros offering tips and tricks. It's a melting pot of talent and camaraderie, where everyone is cheering each other on to reach new heights.

And let's not forget the park itself. RTD Skatepark boasts top-notch facilities that are designed to challenge and inspire. With ramps, rails, and bowls that mimic street settings, skaters can practice for real-world scenarios, including future competitions. NewsWest 9’s Elique couldn’t help but marvel at how the space seemed to buzz with energy and creativity.

As skateboarding gears up to feature prominently in the Olympics, places like RTD Skatepark are crucial for nurturing talent and passion. Did you know that skateboarding made its Olympic debut in Tokyo 2020? Skaters worldwide now have a global stage to showcase their skills, and local parks are more important than ever to foster upcoming Olympic athletes.

Here's an interesting tidbit for you: Tony Hawk, a legend in the world of skateboarding, has been instrumental in getting skateboarding recognized as an Olympic sport. Also, the youngest ever Olympic medalist in skateboarding is just 13 years old! If that's not inspiring, we don't know what is. So the next time you visit a skatepark like RTD, remember—you could be watching the next Olympic star in the making!

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Intro to skateboarding with RTD Skatepark in Midland (NewsWest9.com)

NewsWest 9's Jenna Elique spoke with members of RTD Skatepark in Midland about the art of skateboarding.

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Paris Olympics 2024: How to Stream Skateboarding Online (Hollywood Reporter)

Stream Olympic skateboarding at the 2024 Paris summer games with or without cable — here's when and where to watch online for free, plus the schedule.

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Skateboarding makes 2nd showing at the Olympics with young stars (ABC News)

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Olympics skateboarding schedule: TV channels, live streams, how to ... (Sporting News)

Here's a complete guide to watching skateboarding at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, including the schedule, TV channels and live stream info.

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Skateboarding postponed at Olympics as Paris left soaked by more ... (The Independent)

One Olympic event has already been postponed because of the weather in Paris.

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Olympics 2024: Rain postpones men's street skateboarding - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

The men's street skateboarding competition at the Paris Olympics was postponed on Saturday, organisers said in a statement, as rain poured down on the ...

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What to know about street and park skateboarding at the Paris ... (The Washington Post)

Two skateboarding competitions will take place for both men and women at the Paris Olympics: Park and street. Here's how it works and is scored.

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