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21-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Monster Energy's Arisa Trew Takes First Place in Women's Skateboard Vert and Best Trick at Tony Hawk's Vert Alert 2025 in Salt Lake City
15-Year-Old Arisa Trew from Palm Beach, Australia, Wins Iconic Competition Third Consecutive Time 14-Year-Old Monster Army Rider Egoitz Bijueska from Spain Takes 3rd Place in Men's Competition SALT LAKE CITY, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Arisa does it again! Monster Energy congratulates team rider Arisa Trew on claiming first place in Women's Skateboard Vert at Tony Hawk's Vert Alert for the third consecutive time. In the annual halfpipe skateboarding contest hosted by skateboard icon Tony Hawk inside Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, the 15-year-old from Palm Beach, Australia, also secured the victory in the Women's Skateboard Vert Best Trick event. In the Men's Skateboard Vert final, 14-year-old Monster Army team rider Egoitz Bijueska from Bilbao, Spain, claimed third place in an elite field of competitors. From July 18-19, Tony Hawk's Vert Alert brought the world's best vertical skateboarders to Jon M. Huntsman Center at the University of Utah. Now in its fifth year, the grassroots event presented by the Utah Sports Commission featured competitions in Skateboard Vert and Best Trick. On Friday night, the crowd enjoyed a Skateboard Legends demo featuring trailblazers of the sport such as Christian Hosoi, Andy Macdonald, and event host Tony Hawk. In the Women's Skateboard Vert event on Saturday, eight finalists competed in a 25-minute jam session judged on best overall impression. Monster Energy's Trew dropped in as the top qualifier from Friday's semifinals, as well as the two-time defending champion in Skateboard Vert. Could the Australian skateboard phenomenon earn a threepeat victory? Heading into the final fully focused, Trew worked the large vertical ramp with a deep bag of tricks. In one of several perfect runs of the final, Trew strung together backside method air, alley-oop McTwist, body varial 540 melon, frontside bigspin varial over the channel, backside 540 melon, backside judo air, Madonna, kickflip Indy, frontside nosebone, Indy 360, switch McTwist, air to fakie, frontside Caballerial stalefish, frontside crooked fakie, and switch frontside rock. Trew also landed technical standouts, such as frontside rodeo 540, kickflip Indy fakie, and frontside Caballerial lien to tail, to raise the bar. When all was said and done, the judges named Trew the winner of the 2025 edition of Tony Hawk's Vert Alert and $10,000 in prize money. "It's really good, and I'm happy with how I skated today. It's just super cool being up here with a bunch of really good girls," said Monster Energy's Trew upon winning Tony Hawk's Vert Alert for the third consecutive time. Following her victory, Trew also dominated the Women's Best Trick event, which she already won at Tony Hawk's Vert Alert 2024. The trick that scored the win is a signature move: A perfectly executed switch McTwist, a trick pioneered by Tony Hawk and mastered by Trew as the only woman on the circuit, earned her the repeat victory and $1,000 in prize money. Recognized as a pacesetter of the progression in women's vertical skateboarding, Trew has made history as the first female athlete to land tricks including the 900-degree aerial. Trew now owns nine X Games medals, including a record-setting eight gold medals, as well as the gold medal from the 2024 Paris Olympics. In the heated Men's Skateboard Vert final, 14-year-old Monster Army rider Bijueska from Spain held his own amidst heavy competition. When the 25-minute jam session concluded, judges awarded the young upstart third place and $4,000 in prize money. Standout tricks for Bijueska included huge alley-oop Japan, McTwist melon, alley-oop heelflip Indy, kickflip Indy, McTwist, frontside nosegrind the channel, kickflip body varial Indy, 540 Indy, backside lipslide, Indy 360, and fakie 540 Weddle. Further highlights such as a 540 Indy over the channel, a kickflip varial Indy, and a stalefish McTwist, earned Bijueska a podium finish in his first-ever Tony Hawk's Vert Alert. In the Men's Best Trick event, Bijueska also stoked the crowd in Salt Lake City with a technical backside tailslide shove-it over the vert ramp's wide channel. Now that's how you debut at Tony Hawk's iconic contest! Visit for exclusive updates from the 2025 skateboard season, including photos, videos, and contest results as they happen. Follow Monster Energy on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok. For interview or photo requests, contact Kim Dresser. About Monster EnergyBased in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes, and musicians represent. More than a drink, it's the way of life lived by athletes, bands, believers, and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at CONTACT: Kim Dresser C: (949) 300-5546 E: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Monster Energy Sign in to access your portfolio
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13-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Be a Tourist: Events around town June 13-15
Eric Mina dares his audiences to dream about a world of unlimited possibilities. Eric's award-winning hypnosis show has been broadcast on television to be viewed by millions of people around the world, as well as on every stage imaginable. It's a refreshing new take on what you think hypnosis is. The audience literally becomes the show in this unique, hilarious, and mind-boggling event. For more information, click here. For the first time ever in the region, the Erie Zoo is lighting up the night with Glow Wild: The Chinese Lantern Festival, produced by HanArt Culture! From April 17 to June 15, the zoo will transform into a dazzling world of larger-than-life, handcrafted lantern displays, breathtaking cultural performances and a magical evening experience like no other. For more information, click here. The Corry Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the YMCA of Corry to bring a unique and exciting experience to the community. With Bear Hollow Carving facilitating world-class carvers, attendees are sure to witness some incredible talent in action. The chance to own one of the carvings through the auction adds an extra layer of excitement and involvement for attendees. For more information, click here. Six of the nation's best all-star monster trucks will do battle in Best Trick, Side-by-Side Racing, and Freestyle at Lake Erie Speedway on June 13 and 14. The truck lineup includes Krazy Train, Plane Krazy, Terminal Velocity and three more to be announced. For more information, click here. Professor Robert Langdon and Cryptologist Sophie Neveu are in an epic race against time to solve a murder and unlock the secrets of the Holy Grail. The pair must decipher a labyrinthine code before a shocking historical secret is lost forever. Unlock the secrets of The Da Vinci Code in the northwest Pennsylvania premiere of this international phenomenon. For more information, click here. Join The Shops at 5th & State for a special evening of art, entertainment and shopping in the vibrant downtown community. The sidewalks will be lined with local talent, artists and art demonstrations. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy the energy and beauty of an artful experience. For more information, click here. What do you do to prepare for a visit from your parents? Plenty, when you're the daughter of strict Italian Catholic parents who expect to meet your female roommate, who is a guy. For more information, click here. Arundel will serve pints of craft beer, glasses of premium wine and soft drinks, as well as entrees from their regular menu. Pavilions will be provided for shade, but seating will be limited. Please bring a chair. There will be live music, local vendors and activities for kids. For more information, click here. This heritage festival honors the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, celebrating the resilience, strength, and culture of the Black community. Attendees can enjoy live entertainment, local vendors and family-friendly activities. It's a wonderful opportunity to come together, celebrate shared history and support Black businesses and talent. For more information, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Web Release
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
The C Kite Festival Returns for its 4th Edition on the East Coast of Mauritius
From 26 to 30 June 2025, C Resorts will host the fourth edition of the C Kite Festival on the shores of C Mauritius, Palmar. This much-anticipated event blends the excitement of kiteboarding with the dynamic energy of Mauritian culture, offering a vibrant mix of sport, music, flavors and wellness in a setting that celebrates freedom and island spirit. Curated by C Resorts and supported by world champion Antoine Auriol, the festival brings together an exceptional lineup of riders from across the globe, each with their own distinctive style and speciality. From powerful Big Air to technical freestyle, the diversity of the sport will be on full display with talents such as Gisela Pulido, Hannah Whiteley, Julia Castro, Tom Court, Val Garat and Louka Pitot – professional Mauritian kitesurfer and C Resorts brand ambassador. More than a showcase of athletic excellence, the C Kite Festival fosters authentic connection between professionals and passionate amateurs through open competitions such as Best Trick and Big Air, judged by the pros themselves. A highlight of the programme is the collective downwind ride, where all levels come together to ride side by side, celebrating the shared joy of gliding across the turquoise lagoon. Several pro demo sessions will complete the experience, offering spectators a close-up view of world-class performance. As much a cultural gathering as a sporting event, the C Kite Festival also highlights the richness of international exchange through music, wellness and food vibes. The festival welcomes artists and performers from around the globe, creating a space where global influences meet local creativity. From Mauritian singers Jesska and Zulu to DJ SamSax from the UK, and flair bartender Andrei Borisik from Germany, each guest brings their unique rhythm, flavour or energy to the island. Culinary moments will be led by Chef Lorenzo Sirabella from Italy, whose bold, sun-inspired cuisine will be served beachside in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. A strong wellness programme runs alongside the core events, with fitness sessions led by regional personality Naila Mall, and sunrise and sunset yoga guided by local teacher Eve Isambourg, inviting guests to connect with the natural rhythm of the island. Open to guests staying at C Mauritius and to external participants via advance registration, the C Kite Festival is more than an event — it is a celebration of movement, culture, and community, where every wave, every beat, and every shared moment becomes part of a larger, free-spirited story. For full programme details:
