Last week we saw skateboarding making its Olympic debut. Originally announced in 2016, skating’s inclusion has been the subject of 5 years’ worth of anticipation and debate. Whether or not you personally believe skateboarding should be featured in the Olympics, or even be considered a sport, it is undoubtedly a pivotal moment. Skateboarding’s acceptance intoContinue reading “Olympic Street: A Quick Recap”
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It’s Official, Skateboarding WILL be part of the 2020 Olympics – But what does that mean?
Skateboarding WILL be a part of the 2020 Olympics after the International Olympic Committee voted unanimously this evening for its inclusion, along with Softball, Baseball, Karate, Surfing and Sport Climbing. Street and ‘Park Terrain’ are to be featured – there is currently no plan to include Downhill, Slalom etc disciplines, outside of the ‘core’ market StreetContinue reading “It’s Official, Skateboarding WILL be part of the 2020 Olympics – But what does that mean? “
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