Freestyle Now Returns to Kalgoorlie for BMX, Skate & Scooter Fun

Freestyle Now returned to Kalgoorlie for three days of skatepark coaching sessions and competition action, marking our first visit back since November 2020. We’ve been heading to Kalgoorlie since 2005, and over the years the local skatepark community has continued to grow and thrive. It was fantastic to be back, supporting riders in person again.

Our crew of facilitators included Oben McHoull on scooter and Adam Paynko on skate, both returning to Kalgoorlie, alongside Josh O’Neil on BMX, who was visiting the region for the first time. Together, they guided riders of all levels through coaching sessions. Beyond just learning tricks, the sessions offered a chance for kids to be active, build confidence, and feel a sense of belonging within the local skatepark community. For many, it was an opportunity to be seen, have fun, and connect with positive role models who encourage them to push themselves safely.

The three-day event also featured a competition that brought everyone together, giving riders the chance to showcase what they’d been working on. The local skatepark community came out strong, cheering on every run and celebrating the achievements of all riders. Events like this are more than just sport—they help bring a remote skatepark community together, provide positive experiences for young people, and reinforce the value of staying active and engaged.

After five years away, it was clear the Kalgoorlie skatepark community is still as passionate as ever. Freestyle Now is proud to be back supporting the region, creating spaces for kids to grow, learn, and feel part of something bigger, and we look forward to returning again to keep building those connections.

Clockwise from top left – Oben working with scooter riders on understanding the principles on how to do a barspin. – Josh engaging the BMX riders and building their confidence levels. – Getting ready to push, skateboards line up in the coaching session. – Always big smiles at freestyle Now events and this group showing off their prizes won at the competition.

Stay tuned for more exhilarating skatepark competitions as Freestyle Now continues to celebrate the passion and skill of our incredible action sports community. Freestyle Now is dedicated to delivering high-energy events and inspiring communities. From thrilling stunt shows to engaging coaching sessions and well-managed competitions, we promote active and healthy lifestyles while pushing the boundaries of action sports.

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We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today.

Kalgoorlie Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 31st January 2026

Scooter beginner –  1st Seth Smith, 2nd Taj Laird, 3rd Tony Fell, 4th Nicholas Mclaughtin, 5th Paddy Belton, 6th Riley Elleman, 7th Ethan Ezavedo, 8th Connor Williams, 9th Benji Clemens, 10th Aidyn Brown, 11th Jhett Gallon, 12th Max Hastie, 13th Flynn Bird, 14th Claire Eaton, 15th Joey Hastie, 16th Maverick Johnstone
Scooter Intermediate –  1st Eli Schulte, 2nd Lincoln Catmar, 3rd Jordie Haylich
Scooter Open – 1st Blake Caset, 2nd Brandon Unknown, 3rd Kelly Maisey, 4th Mason Gilmore, 5th Mason Panzich 
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Max Hasite, 2nd Olivia Azewedo, 3rd Anesu Chipondamia, 4th Riley Evans, 5th Tapiwa Chipondamia, 6th Mufano Chipandamia
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st CooperO’Neil, 2nd Maeve Belton, 3rd Piper Ellers,  4th Jhett Callum, 5th Seth Smith, 6th Patrick Roe 
Skateboard Open – 1st Rielly Powler, 2nd Benny Unknown
BMX Beginners – 1st Benji Clemens, 2nd Isaac Johnson, 3rd Jhett Gallon, 4th Charlie Cox, 5th Lincoln Holder, 6th Dean Dixon, 7th Tyler Higgins, 8th Oscar Azevedo
BMX Intermediate –1st  Blaike Hill, 2nd Ethan Rocho, 3rd Rhys Haggan, 4th Braxton Van Hees 5th Jay McCallan 
BMX Open – 1st Mason Panzich, 2nd Mason Gilmore, 3rd Braxton Shaw