What got you into skateboarding?
My dad taught me how to do basic skateboarding when I was in kindergarten, like how to drop in and carve bowls. I realized I really liked it and started wanting to skate as much as I could.
What is your skateboard scene like in your city?
The kids I skate with are all really nice and share the same love I do for skateboarding. I am really thankful for the friendships I have made and all the fun times I have had with them. Also, the skateparks here are amazing. There are so many quality parks to choose from, which is something I appreciate.
What is your go to trick to start your sesh?
That is a tough one. I do not really have a specific trick per se, it really depends on the park and whether I am skating street or transition. I know I am warmed up once I have ollied the biggest thing at the park.
Do you feel skateboarding has changed your life?
Most definitely. Without skateboarding I would not be the person I am today.
What pro skater inspires your skateboarding?
Chris Joslin, easily. Ever since I saw him tre flip Davis Gap I knew I wanted to skate big gaps. He also always looks like he has fun skating, which is what skateboarding is all about.
Do you prefer watching skate videos on social media or buying it? Why?
Personally, I prefer to watch videos on social media, because it is much easier to find videos on what I want to watch, however, I do also enjoy watching skate videos from purchase because they represent the skateboarding community better.
What is the gnarliest trick you have ever done? How did you feel when you landed it?
I would not necessarily say it is the gnarliest trick I have ever done but it is definitely the most difficult. Frontside 360 Nosegrind Stall on my quarter-pipe. It was for The Berrics Bounty for one of the 2022-week challenges. It took me four hours, across two days to land and it felt amazing!
Tell us a little about your local skate shop & what they do for the skateboard scene.
It is not my local skate shop, but a shop that sponsors me. Slappy’s Skate shop is based in Fontana, CA and is a father/daughter operated company. “Coach” George is highly active at the skateparks in and around Fontana. He also supports competitions and provides merchandise to riders who not only compete but also skaters who are in need.
What is your daily routine before you go shred?
Well of course I go to school, but on the drive to the skatepark I make sure to get my homework done so I can focus on skating and not have anything else on my mind. On the weekends I wake up, get dressed, and hit whichever park I have a focus for that day.
Any inspiring words you want to tell the next generation of skaters?
It is going to be hard if you want to be really good, and there are always going to be people who are better than you, but do not give up and keep having fun! That is what skateboarding is all about. It is not about being better than anyone else, it is about you being better than you were yesterday.
