Exact dates and schedules are in the works, but here’s what we know so far…

Rock Island – Dates/Times TBD

Nantahala – Sept 7-9th.

More info as we have it!

2011 Point Series Standings

Introducing your 2011 US National Freestyle Kayak team heading to the World Freestyle Kayak Championships in Germany this coming summer!

K-1 Men

• Dustin Urban
• Clay Wright
• Bryan Kirk
• Eric “EJ” Jackson
• Stephen Wright

K-1 Women

• Erin Clancy
• Haley Mills
• Emily Jackson
• Jessie Stone

K-1 Junior Men

• Eric Bartl
• Nico Tonozzi
• Jason Craig
• Dane Jackson

K-1 Junior Women

• Hannah Kertesz
• Lauren Burress

C-1

• Seth Chapelle
• Jordan Poffenberger
• Dane Jackson

OC-1

• Eli Helbert
• Jeremy Laucks
• Dane Jackson

Squirt Men

• Colin Kemp
• Jeremy Laucks
• Dane Jackson

Squirt Women

• Lauren Burress
• Devon Barker
• Risa Shimoda

People who receive an ‘A” rating will then also be a certifying instructor for USACK and can lead judges training seminars throughout the year.

Keep in mind that although we may have some Worlds athletes attending the seminar, they cannot judge at the Worlds so I would like to be sure we try to fill the spots with non-competing athletes first.

The plane ticket to Germany is paid for through fundraisers the USFKA is conducting. Once you arrive, your food and lodging is covered. There is no pay, judging at the Worlds is a volunteer position. You would need to be in Germany from June 18-26.

Judges who will be judging at the Worlds will ultimately be chosen from the available pool of certified judges by the committee and the yet to be announced chief judge for Plattling.

If you have any additional questions, please let me know.

Thank you,

Kristine Jackson

931-256-7572

“USAFK is thrilled to have the support of NRS this year,” notes Risa Shimoda, USAFK Chair. “Freestyle is growing as a sport and competitive discipline. Besides fielding an excellent team of athletes, it’s critical for us as a leader in the international paddling community to be represented by trained US judges at the Worlds.”

NRS Sales Manager Josh Davis sees another side to the support for this year’s freestyle team and governing body. “We’re excited to support this newly-energized segment of paddlesports and create a great product that promotes freestyle, and we are also psyched about partnering with USAFK to enhance the NRS brand. We believe in freestyle for its appeal to all ages, especially families and young paddlers.”

US Team members will be outfitted with more than just NRS PFDs. They will each receive a large USA gear bag and paddle bag to take to Germany. Bryan Kirk, veteran US Team Member, 2010 National Men’s K1 Point Series Champion and member of Team NRS, notes “I’ve been proud to represent NRS for years due to the quality of both their products and company staff, and this year’s sponsorship is like icing on the cake.” NRS will have a presence throughout the USAFK Point Series, eleven events culminating with the crowning of 2011 Champs at the Kelly’s Whitewater Park on July 9-10.

Additional USAFK sponsors for 2011 include the American Canoe Association and Mysterioso. USAFK events use ICF approved scoring and judging systems, offer classes for Cadets (under 15) and conduct service events to give back to host communities.

For more information contact Risa Shimoda risa@theshimodagroup.com, 301-502-6548.

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About NRS:

NRS is a leading manufacturer and distributor of innovative, rugged paddling gear and high-performance inflatable boats. Born in a college professor’s garage in 1972 as Northwest River Supplies, NRS has become a major force in the outdoor industry and an important ambassador for the paddlesports community – inspiring and equipping countless boaters in the U.S. and around the world.