El pasado 22 de junio, Costa Rica se coronó campeón absoluto del Tercer Campeonato Centroamericano de SOn June 22, Costa Rica claimed the championship title at the Third Central American Skateboarding Tournament, held in Panama City. With a strong performance across all categories, the Costa Rican team reaffirmed its leadership in a sport that continues to thrive among the country’s urban youth.
Women Lead the Way
Costa Rica’s female skaters dominated the competition, securing full podium finishes in both key disciplines:
- Street Female: Sheyla Morales (Gold) and Adriana Rodríguez (Silver)
- Park Female: Jeimy Vives (Gold) and Annamaría Maccio (Silver)
Their technical skill and creativity highlighted the rapid rise of women’s skateboarding across Central America.
Youth and Historic Wins
One standout athlete was Dylan Alter, who earned gold in Park Male at just 14 years old—his first time representing Costa Rica after traveling from California. In the same event, Steven Villarreal took third place, while Roberto Chávez earned silver in Street Male, rounding out a medal tally that fills Costa Rica with pride.
Resilience and Team Spirit
Despite rainy and hot conditions, the Costa Rican team remained united and energized. The delegation was supported by FEDEPAT (Costa Rica’s Federation for Skating and Related Sports), which reaffirmed its commitment to growing the sport both nationally and internationally.
Looking Ahead to the 2026 World Championship in Paraguay
This regional victory positions Costa Rica as a serious contender for the 2026 World Skateboarding Championship in Paraguay, opening new opportunities for young athletes and elevating the country’s visibility in urban sports worldwide.rtes urbanos.
