Results for the 2008 Freestyle Kayaking National Championships: Congratulations, all! Stay tuned to see which of these winning athletes will represent the US in the three upcoming World Cup events in Europe.
Men’s Pro Finals
1.Stephen Wright
2.Eric Jackson
3.Nick Troutman (Canadian)
4.Dustin Urban
5.Clay Wright
6.Jed Selby
7.Bryan Kirk
8.Kelsey Thompson (Canadian)
9.Andrew Holcombe
10.Alex Mohn
Women’s Pro Finals
1.Emily Jackson
2.Adrienne Levknecht
3.Nicole Mansfield
4.Eleanor Perry
5.Jessie Stone
6.Elaine Cambell
7.Kat Levitt
8.Devon Barker
Expert Men Finals
1.Daniel Stewart
2.Tommy Yon
3.Chris Wing
4.Sam Fullbright
5.Dustin Stoenner
Expert Women’s Finals
1.Jaime Goode
2.Haley Mills
3.Claire Jencks
JR Women Finals
1.Lauren Burress
JR Men Finals
1.Dane Jackson
2.Jason Craig
3.Jonathan Shales
Beginner/Sport Men
1.Ben Peters
2.Matthew Donnely
3.David Meyers
4.Scott Butler
5.Tyler Hinton
Beginner/Sport Women
1.Rebecca Cranor
2.Hannah Kertusz
3.Adrienne Prosser
4.Sarah Cranor
Cadets
1.Alex Voorhees
2.Alex Dunn
3.Simon Holden
4.Cully Brown
5.Wurl Kincaid
6.Jack Haymen
7.Nico Torozzi
8.Paul Palmer
9.Sage Donelly
10.JP Griffith
If you are planning to compete in the Freestyle Nationals event you must be a USACK member. Here’s the place to inquire or renew your membership. Adults $55/yr., juniors(under 18) $25/yr.
You can join just for the event for $10, too!
http://www.usacanoekayak.org/Join_USACK_Today.aspx
BRING YOUR USACK NUMBER WITH YOU or a receipt of your membership renewal confirmation, or your score may not be counted in the Nationals competition.
Guidelines for Sanctioned Events - 2009
The following illustrates the intention of the USA Freestyle Kayaking Committee to create a skeleton for the Freestyle body. We're trying to balance the structure that we need to provide consistency for athletes and sponsors with flexibility that will encourage even cadets and squirt boaters to participate. Thanks to all who are contributing to this effort!
Competition
1- The event must include Men’s and Women’s Pro and Junior Kayak classes as part of the competition; other classes such as C1, OC1, Squirt, Cadet, and Amateur are optional.
2- The event is strongly encouraged to include a downriver, boater-cross or a creek race.
3- The event must utilize ICF Freestyle and Squirt rules for both event procedure (e.g., number of judges) and scoring (not applicable for boatercross, creek, etc.) as posted and otherwise available from USAFK and USA Canoe Kayak. Variances will be stated in writing by the USAFK (e.g., pending updates by ICF that are already being implemented by the US and other countries). Submit requests for variances in writing and for approved by the USAFK prior to the close of event registration
4- Cash prizes will be awarded for a minimum of Top 3 places in both Men’s and Women’s Pro Level events.
5- A minimum of three (3) USAFK approved judges and one (1) administrator will be paid according to USAFK recommendations for duration of the event for all Pro and Junior classes. The USAFK recommends, but does not require, the use of a Head Judge.
6- The event will provide three experienced and/or approved scribes.
7- Squirt judges and/or scribes may be hired for their specific expertise.
8- Event scribes will use USAFK approved scribe sheets and scoring systems.
Communication
9- The event website will link to the USAFK site. Website links and use the USAFK logo and name must be prior approved. Non-sanctioned events may not use the USAFK logo.
10- Competition classes, rules, requirements, and registration information for events must be posted at least one month before the first registration deadline on the USAFK website and any printed material.
11- Provide event location directions and lodging information to the USAFK to post and share with the kayak community.
12- Provide event results to the USAFK for posting within 24 hours of completion of event.
Financial
13 - The USAFK seeks revenue and cost sharing such that the event enhances the value of the host city and site, and the competitors are able to experience the highest quality competitive experience possible. Partnership proposals are welcome
Events Interested in Hosting a Nationals or Team Trials Event
1- Provide the request two (2) years prior to the event year (i.e., apply in 2009 for 2011).
2- Host a USAFK sanctioned event prior to the request submission and must have met all requirements at that time.
3- Show the event has predictable, adequate water flow and quality for training.
4- The host city must provide a plan or set of options for lodging or camping for participants and spectators.
5- If request is for Team Trials, the venue must have a feature similar in nature to the World’s feature for the following year.
6- The event will provide for ALL classes: Pro M/W, Junior M/W, C1,OC1 and Squirt.
August 21, 2007 Contact
Nancy Beakes (301) 387-3250
Risa Shimoda (301) 502-6548
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“This changes everything about US freestyle competitions,” says professional paddler
“Kayakers and canoeists from across the country will be vying for the prestigious national title in wave surfing,” notes Nancy Beakes, ASCI Events Coordinator. “We will also host a 'Boatercross,' the extremely popular event in which paddlers race head-to-head through our steep, twisting class III-IV rapids. Amateurs are encouraged to participate: they will be judged by the same national caliber judges as the professional athletes.”
“During a break on Saturday competitors and organizers will meet to approve By Laws and elect officers for the Freestyle Committee, now that Freestyle is a recognized International (i.e., Olympic) discipline,” notes Jimmy Blakeney, one of the US Freestyle Kayak Association founders. “Paddlesports is one of our nation’s fastest growing leisure time activities, and whitewater kayaking is its most exciting, youthful aspect. We are very excited about the future!”
Register today at www.adventuresportscenter.com: look for the US Freestyle Nationals link on the left side of your screen. Contact the United States Freestyle Kayak Association at info@usfka.com call Risa Shimoda at 301-502-6548.
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