USWL Midwest Regional Wakepark Championships
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USWL Midwest Regional Wakepark Championships
June 22 - June 23
We’re excited to present the all new USWL Midwest Regional Wakepark Championships, where community meets competition at West Rock Wake Park. Participants from ALL states and wake parks are encouraged to join us for this fun event.
Event Details:
- Location: West Rock Wake Park
- Dates: June 21-22rd
Gear up for an action-packed weekend filled with jaw-dropping stunts, incredible talent, and fierce competition as riders at West Rock Wake Park.
Registration:
Secure your spot in the competition by registering online. Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of this fun, grassroots event!
Register Here!Schedule:
Friday (included in entry):
- 10am – 11am: Competition Clinic
- 11am – 7pm: Practice W/ the Pros!
Saturday (included in entry):
- 9am – 1pm: Practice Sessions
- 1pm – 7pm: Competition + Podiums
- 6pm – 8pm: Live Music + Food Trucks
Sunday (pay to play):
- 9am – 12pm: Make up day
- 12pm – 7pm: Normal business operation
*subject to change*
US Wakepark League:
The US Wakepark League is a Nationwide league with local events, area qualifiers (State and Regional championships), and ending with the Grande Finale, the US Wakepark National Championships. Earn seeding points for the National Championships happening at Shark Wake Park on August 8-11th! Find all the information you need to know about the USWL here!
Spectators Welcome:
Even if you’re not hitting the water yourself, come out and support your favorite riders as they battle it out. Spectators are welcome to join us at West Rock Wake Park for an unforgettable experience filled with excitement and camaraderie.
Join Us for an Unforgettable Weekend!
Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or just starting out, the USWL Midwest Regional Wakepark Championships promises thrills, spills, and plenty of excitement for all. Mark your calendars, gather your crew, and get ready to make some waves at West Rock Wake Park in 1420 S Pierpont Ave, Rockford, IL 61102. We’ll see you there!
FAQ:
Friday June 21st, included in the entry, will be a Practice w/ the Pros day! 10-11 there will be an off the water competition clinic hosted by John Dreiling. Then 11-7 Various pros (to be announced soon) will be joining the practice sessions where you will have an opportunity to meet them, ask them questions, and ride some doubles with them!
Free practice Saturday morning June 22nd from 9-1. Depending on entries riders may be split into practice sessions to maximize everyone’s time on the water.
ONE DAY contest on Saturday June 22nd from 1-7. We will run through the entire contest Saturday afternoon. This will allow people ample time to travel home on Sunday. If we finish early, the cable will be spinning for some fun laps!
Saturday fun! We will be having a 2 food trucks from 12-4 and a 3rd food truck 4-8. As well as LIVE MUSIC 6-8 PM to end the night!
It is NOT required (but it is recommended) to join in on the fun on Friday.
If you are only available on Saturday, we still encourage you to come out and enjoy this fun action-packed day!
NOTICE: If there is significant weather/maintenance delays we will use Sunday as a makeup day starting at 9 AM.
Divisions and Format:
Men:
- Rookie Boys (Must not have had a park membership before 1/1/2024)
- ≤10 Boys
- 11-13 Boys
- 14-15 Boys
- 16-17 Boys
- ≤17 Boys Elite
- 18+ Men
- 30+ Men
- 40+ Men
- Open Men
Women:
- Rookie Girls (Must not have had a park membership before 1/1/2024)
- ≤13 Girls
- 14-17 Girls
- ≤17 Girls Elite
- 18+ Women
- Open Women
Wakeskate:
- Wakeskate
Format:
- 1 lap + 1 kicker (designated air trick sections)
- 2 kickers, 2-3 air tricks, 3-4 rails
- Two runs. no pickups
- Best run counts
Judging:
- Broken into 3 sections. Score 1-10 for each section. Sections have unique percentages.
- 3 judges give a score for each section. Scores are averaged together. 1 Scribe writing runs (if needed).
- Composition penalized as you go
- DRIVE Format (Difficulty, Risk, Intensity, Variety, Execution)
Men:
- Rookie Boys (Must not have had a park membership before 1/1/2024)
- ≤10 Boys
- 11-13 Boys
- 14-15 Boys
- 16-17 Boys
- ≤17 Boys Elite
- 18+ Men
- 30+ Men
- 40+ Men
- Open Men
Women:
- Rookie Girls (Must not have had a park membership before 1/1/2024)
- ≤13 Girls
- 14-17 Girls
- ≤17 Girls Elite
- 18+ Women
- Open Women
Format:
- Timed jam format
- Features only
- If you fall, you must make your way back to the dock to restart (time is still ticking)
- 5 feature sections
- Best hit on each section counts
Judging:
- Section judge ranks riders 1st to last on each section
- Preset points for each section based on your placement
- Judged on Execution and Difficulty
Men and Women Feature and Park divisions:
- ≤17 Boys Elite
- Open Men
- ≤17 Girls Elite
- Open Women
Format:
- Round 1: amateur format
- Rest of event: Run based Jam (best run in a given time)
- Designated beginning and end of run
- Best run counts
Judging:
- Score 1-100 for each run on overall impression. Best run counts
- 3 judges each give a score for each rider. Scores are averaged together.
- EDC Format (Execution, Difficulty, Composition)