Sean Sheffey, a Maryland native, began his sponsored skateboarding journey with Shut Skates, a New York-centric company. He first encountered Shut at the Eastern Skateboard Association Championships in Ocean City, impressed by their unique style and graffiti-inspired vibe, a departure from the prevalent California aesthetic. He connected with Bruno Musso, received a Shut Shark board, […]
Raised in Eugene, Oregon, Anita Tessensohn was a dedicated gymnast from the age of nine, until she spotted someone skating down the street at fifteen, sparking her interest. Importantly, she never allowed herself to conform to any preconceived notions of what a “girl skater” should be, instead presenting herself as simply that, herself. Soon she was sponsored by Powell-Peralta and along with Leaf Treinen, was featured in their 1987 ad, “Some Girls Play With Dolls. Real Women Skate,” which was in both Thrasher and Transworld. She could also be seen in the 1988 video, Public Domain. Later, Tessensohn would find her passion for dance, becoming both a professional dancer and instructor. – Chuck Harp / Concrete Disciples 2024 Ads: Local News, KEZI Eugene Oregon, interview/story of Anita in 2024 Womxn Skateboard History website article
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(May 24, 1978 – March 29 2023) Pro for Girl Skateboards Featured in: Video editor on the Captain and Casey Show Robbie McKinley nollie backside heelflip in Milano Centrale. October 31, 2000. Robbie McKinley RIP. In October 2000 the @girlskateboards & @chocolateskateboards teams spent a few days in Italy and did a demo/skate sesh in Milano Centrale. Girl &
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