What got you into skateboarding?
When I was two years old, I got a Tony Hawk skateboard and ramp and started skating down the ramp and into the pool in Costa Rica where we lived. When I turned three, we moved to Ridgway CO and my brothers and I went to the skatepark every day and went to skate camp. I would dream about skateboarding and carried a skateboard everywhere I went.
What is the skate scene like in your town?
Here in Ridgway the skate scene is small which is good and bad. Its good because we do have a small bowl which no one goes to, so my brothers and I get it to ourselves. Its not the best because its small and old and far away from other places. Luckily in the next town over called Telluride, they have a big skate scene because they have a lot of people who rip on snowboards and skateboards and there is also a local skate shop and skate camp for kids.
What is your go to trick to start your sessions?
The first trick that I think of is the Judo because it is the most comfortable to me.
Do you feel skateboarding has changed your life? How?
Yes because of all the amazing new friends I have from around the world that I would have never met if it were not for skateboarding. Also, I am lucky to travel around the county to skate comps and I get to see and experience all these cool places. Because of skateboarding I am really close with my brothers, Tristan, and Cole, because we share the same stoke for the sport and push each other.
What skateboarder inspires your skateboarding?
The pro that inspires me most is Zion Wright because I met him at Woodward West, and he was truly kind and gave me tips on how to skate in contests. He is also insane at both bowl and street which is what I want to be like one day as a skateboarder. Another skater and friend named Hampus Winberg I look up to a lot because he is an insane skater, humble to be around and such a good friend. He is competing in the 2021 Olympics for Sweden and I know he will be pro soon.
Do you prefer to watch skate videos on social media or buy it?
I prefer social media because I do not have access to buying things like magazines and such- it is easier on social media because I can always see what people are doing and then they inspire me to go out there and try something new. I do love when I get skateboarding magazines in the mail and I read them before bed as much as I can.
What is the gnarliest trick you have ever done? How did you feel when you landed it?
540 at Woodward Copper. I felt excitement because I tried this trick for a long time, and it is one of the biggest tricks in skateboarding.
Tell us a little bit about your local skate shop and what they do for the local skate scene?
My local skate shop is called The Drop. The owner is named Craig and he sponsored me through Powell Peralta and Skateone Corp and every summer he runs a huge skate camp for the locals. I started skating and learned to skate with Craig and am grateful for all he has done for me and my family.
What is your daily routine before you shred?
Go to school. Get home. Eat snack. Do homework and chores. Then run as fast as I can to the skatepark and shred!!
Any inspiring words you want to tell the next generation of skaters?
Never stop. Do not quit. Do not be scared. You have got this. Keep shredding
