A dominant display by WindWarrior Team Rider Luke Johnson KA86 has seen the 17 year old earn a coveted spot in the worlds most prestigious wave sailing event, the 2005 Hawaiian Pro to be held at Maui's infamous Hookipa Beach Park.
Competing in the Jeep Hawaiian Pro lead up event, Luke needed to finish near the top of the table in order to earn a wildcard entry into the PWA event. Displaying the fluid wave ridding style and aggressive aerial antics that have seen the youngster shoot up the New South Wales and Australian rankings, Luke was undefeated in every one of his heats. Former World Number One Jason Polakow was on hand to see his fellow Australian's performance, slapping a congratulationary hand across Luke's back in a signal of 'well done and welcome' into the PWA.
All the crew at WindWarrior are ecstatic with the news and wish Luke all the very best success in this, his first PWA event. WindWarrior is proud to have Luke on board as a Team Rider and look forward to continuing the support and association we have shared with this likeable and talented teenager well into his professional career.
You can keep track of Luke's performance at the PWA Hawaiian Pro by dialling into www.pwaworldtour.com and following the links to the Hawaiian Pro Wave Event or cast your eye across the WindWarrior site at www.windwarrior.com.au
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hey guys im great mates with luke and today he sailed his first heat but was beaten by some ex world champion guy( cant remember his name) hes doin us aussies proud!!! cheers, rosey
Yep, he came up against a Prichard, Pretty tough assignment for the first round. There's still the double elimination to come so there pleanty of chance for Luke to strut his stuff. Come on Aussie
ye u think it would be great for the sport to get some coverage... how is scotty goin does anyone know?..only reason i found out about luke was coz i talked to his dad... any reports let us know cheers
hey every1 the comp was soooo sick but unfortunatly i got knocked out by jesse brown US-55 in the double elimination due to bad waves and being nervous but i was stoked just to get into the comp, anyways today it was 6-8ft and super clean had an awesome sail and hopefully its stays windy while theres all this good surf, ive still got about 5more over here till i get back so hopefully theres more sick sailing.
