10-Year Old Canadian Wows the Sporting World With Her Skateboarding Skills as Legend Tony Hawk Corners Her Side

In a remarkable display of talent and determination, a 10-year-old Reese Nelson has captured the attention of the skateboarding world. With legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk as her mentor for the X Games, this young prodigy is breaking barriers and inspiring others with her incredible skills.

Hailing from Canada, this pint-sized skater has shown a level of expertise beyond her years. Her dedication and passion for skateboarding have caught the eye of none other than Tony Hawk, a pioneer in the sport. With Hawk as her mentor, she has refined her technique and pushed her limits even further.

Canadian skateboarding community forced to take notice

The X Games, known as the pinnacle of extreme sports, will be the stage for this young prodigy to showcase her extraordinary talent. Her participation in such a prestigious event at such a tender age is a testament to her exceptional abilities and potential. It is rare to see someone so young excel in such a physically demanding and highly competitive sport.

Despite male athletes dominating skateboarding for a long time, this young Canadian girl is showing that gender is not a barrier to success in the sport.. Her achievements are a source of inspiration for aspiring skateboarders, regardless of their gender. She is breaking stereotypes and shattering glass ceilings, showing that anyone can pursue their dreams and achieve greatness.

Tony Hawk has been an invaluable mentor to this young talent. His guidance and support have played a crucial role in her development as an athlete. Hawk’s mentorship has not only honed her technical skills but also instilled in her a strong work ethic and determination to succeed.

The skateboarding community is abuzz with anticipation as this young prodigy prepares to take on the X Games. Fans and fellow athletes are eager to witness her jaw-dropping tricks and awe-inspiring maneuvers. Her presence at the X Games represents a significant milestone in the sport and sets a new standard for young athletes worldwide. It elated Nelson to learn that women’s vert was making a return to the X-games after 2010. Speaking to the Canadian Press, Nelson said: “It’s really exciting, I’m excited for everybody to see what women can do on vert.”

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Hawk’s efforts to lift the community reaps rewards

In an effort to promote the sport that helped him become a well-known figure throughout the world, Hawk started the Vert Alert competition in 2021. To help re-establish vert skateboarding for women, he made sure his tour included events for both men and women.

“They’re not seeing the bigger picture or looking further beyond like specific events,” Hawk said about the omission of women’s vert from other competitions. “There is a thriving skate scene of women that do skate vert. A lot of them also skate park and vert but now there are a select few that are focusing strictly on vert and thriving.”

Nelson bagged the third place in women’s vert finals this year at Vert Alert and booked a place at the X-games in Ventura after winning the women’s best trick event. She is quite tenacious when she wants to master a trick, according to Hawk, who said it has been a pleasure tutoring her. “She knows what she wants, she knows what she wants to do, and there is no compromise,” said Hawk, as he chuckles.

As she takes her place among the skateboarding elite, this 10-year-old Canadian girl reminds us that age is just a number when it comes to talent and achievement. Her story serves as a powerful reminder that with passion, hard work, and the right mentorship, anyone can overcome obstacles and leave an indelible mark on their chosen field.

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