FACTS ABOUT
SKATEBOARDING
| Skateboarding has increased significantly in popularity in recent years, particularly with the widespread coverage of skating in the X-Games. |
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More and more communities are recognizing skateboarding as a legitimate sport and that it is their responsibility to provide skaters with a safe and challenging place to practice their sport. |
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Skateboarding is now the 3rd largest participant sport in the United States. |
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The average age of skaters is between 12-14 years of age, however numbers are increasing on each side of this age bracket as the sport grows. |
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Skateboarding and Lacrosse are two of the fastest growing sports among children. |
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In our area, skaters NEED a place to go (a safe alternative to the streets). |