We just wrapped up Volcom's "Wild in the Parks" Qualifier which qualifies seven skateboarders from each age category to skate in the finals at Cowtown, AZ for an opportunity to take home a piece of the $20,000 prize purse. As you can see it was quite a turn out with 186 participants and who knows how many friends, parents and girlfriends were in attendance. Volcom treated everyone to free hot dogs, chips, cookies and drinks. Everyone was able to kick back and relax on the skateable grandstand under the 24' fan and enjoy the 3 zone jam format action. In the Pro Am category David Langston, winner of the finals Pro Am in Arizona last year, repeated as this years top qualifier. Dakota Roberson qualified in the number six spot and finally lived up to his own potential in a contest which is something I had been waiting a long time for. Southside Skatepark's George Karvonus and shop friend Zach Hemphill placed 2nd and 3rd in the 14 and Under category. Also in the Pro Am Kyle Walker who was actually claiming Texas, even though I could of sworn he was from Oklahoma, came in third. Remember my potential article a while back, well after a eight year contest hiatus Brian Gonterman decided it was time to step up and represent. Some friends of his started a new board shop called "Select" in Friendswood, which might of had something to do with him placing 2nd. Not to be outdone, or left at home, Chris Luring qualified as well. With this many skaters we know qualifying, you know we are going to rent a van and drive out to the finals for sure. Congratulations everyone and thanks to Volcom, all the skateboarders who entered the event and the Southside Skatepark staff for all your support. 
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