2015 JUNIOR STARS: DAY WITH THE PROS

August 1, 2015 Anna Glennon NEWS, WATER 0

The JR Star program began eight years ago with small “how to” clinics hosted by pro rider, Chris Hagest. Under a small tent at each of the races on the National Tour, eager junior riders got advice on safety, starts, making passes, equipment, and sponsorship opportunities. From these small clinics grew a program of support for junior riders. Racing enthusiasts and industry leaders alike have pitched in to help show the junior riders just how important they are to the future of our sport.

R Star Program is kicking off the 34th Annual IJSBA World Finals with the “Day with the Pros” Sunday October 4th.

SCHEDULE

WHEN: Oct 4, 2015 8am-12pm

WHERE: Crazy Horse Campgrounds, World Finals starting line.

WHAT TO EXPECT: The Junior Stars Ride with the Pros day this year will be one to remember! We have brand new, awesome stations, talented pro mentors and will have lots of goodies and products to give away.

*IMPORTANT: You MUST preregister to be a part of the event. Riders, Mentors and potential sponsors can click here to fill out the registration form.*

2015 STATIONS

Social Media & Sponsorships
Pro Mentor(s): Anna Glennon & Mark Gomez
Kids will get the chance to learn about the importance of presenting a good attitude and positive social media that can attract potential sponsors. Mark Gomez and Anna Glennon are two of the most popular social media icons in the industry, and they will partner up to touch on some of these topics:

  • Importance of positive social media.
  • How to promote sponsors in media.
  • The Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media.
  • Their personal experience with sponsorships.
  • What do sponsors look for?
  • Win prizes!

With special appearance by KMG Racing/Mystik Lubes David & Dawn Fekete: What are potential sponsors looking for on your social media?

RACE PREP
Pro Mentor: To Be Announced!
Race prep is for parents and the kids! The importance of those last minute checks before the starting band snaps is crucial. Get some tips from some mechanics and racers who have been there.

  • Checking ride plates.
  • Checking duckbills.
  • Double checking waterlines.
  • Making sure you have ski stands, etc.
  • Win prizes!

STARTS/HOLDS/TRACK INITIATION
Pro mentors: Mike Klippenstein, Josh Block, David Redinger
Kids can learn tips and tricks on getting great starts with some of the racers with the best starts out there!

  • Go over tips from transitioning from both feet in the tray, one foot, both feet on the ground
  • Let racers give their own tips.

With special appearance by Chad Cole “The Vanilla Gorilla”, on the importance of good communication with your holder.

FITNESS/NUTRITION
Pro Mentor: Chris MacCluggage
Resist the cheeseburger! Learn about the importance of a healthy pre-race diet from one of the most successful athletes in the sport.

  • Eat this, Not that.
  • Fitness suggestions.
  • Preparing for race day.
  • Win prizes!

WORLD FINALS 101
Nedra Attwood
This is for the new riders as well as the returning Juniors! Learn everything you need to know about the crazy week at the world finals at this station. Let the No. 1 fan give you a little guidance so you don’t miss out on any of the cool things happening this week.

  • What days the Juniors compete.
  • When/Where to go to register.
  • When/where the Parade of Nations will be.
  • When/where awards will be.
  • When/where freestyle under the bridge will be.
  • Win prizes!

PODIUM INTERVIEW PRACTICE
Pro Mentor: Tera Laho & Special Celebrity Announcer
You all are potential champions, and it’s important that you can communicate like one! Get the chance to practice a podium interview with the one and only Dawn Dawson, and get tips from a pro racer who has been there.

  • How to stay positive even when things didn’t go your way.
  • Practicing remembering all those sponsors.
  • How to answer those fly ball questions.
  • Win prizes!

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE JUNIOR STARS DAY WITH THE PROS? Click here.