‘Adrenaline rush’ of adaptive skateboarding redefines inclusive sport
Bobby Welch stands poised on her skateboard, supported by a custom-built frame and a volunteer at her side. Wearing a…
Friends and classmates welcome Australia’s youngest Olympian home
In short: Cheers and hugs from friends, family, and classmates greeted Arisa Trew home to the Gold Coast from the…
In 10 years, Liv Lovelace went from being the only girl at the skatepark, to an Olympian
In short: A nine-member Australian skateboard team, with competitors ranging in age from 14 to 34, has been announced for…
Australian stars take huge leap towards Paris Games in Shanghai
In short: Australian skateboarder Arisa Trew won the skateboard park final at the Olympic Qualifier Series event in Shanghai. The…
Aussie 14yo honoured at global sport awards for skateboarding first
In short: Australian 14-year-old Arisa Trew has been named action sportsperson of the year at the Laureus World Sports Awards.…
This teen watched the Olympics, dreaming big. Now she’s on the cusp of breaking a 68-year record
In short: 13-year-old Queensland skateboarder Arisa Trew is on-track to become Australia’s youngest Olympic medallist, a feat set by Sandra…
The teenage girls turning skateboarding on its head
A decade ago, women and non-binary people were not always welcome or able to reach their full potential as skateboarders.…