UWS news of the week: Ville de Gap skatepark update, Marcel Anderson pro for Cult, Aix en Provence new skatepark, and more, are featured in our weekly post.
Welcome to UWS news of the week, March 21, 2025.
Marcel Anderson, pro for Cult.
“Best weekend of my life ❤️ Huge thank you to @cultcrew for making my dreams come true. It still feels surreal. So happy to have been surrounded by the homies 💕 Thank you to everyone who came out and had a good time @florideahswampfest . This was one for the books. Super thank you everyone for the kind words, it means the world ❤️❤️”
End of an era: Ville de Gap skatepark has been demolished and will be replaced with a new one.
The Ville de Gap‘s (France) current skatepark, located near the Alp’Arena, is slated for demolition to make way for a modern facility. Recognizing that the existing structure has aged and no longer meets users’ needs, the municipality plans to construct a new skatepark on the same site. This updated venue aims to be more secure and contemporary, catering to various disciplines, including a dedicated area for street skaters. The project has experienced delays, but construction is now scheduled to soon in 2025, with completion anticipated within a year. Additionally, the city has announced plans for a pumptrack, further enhancing Gap’s offerings for action sports enthusiasts.
Joel de Castro wins the Vans Argentina Street Contest.
Joel De Castro, 3rd at UWS Extreme Barcelona 2024 Skate Men final, an emerging talent in the Argentine skateboarding scene, recently clinched victory at the Vans Argentina Street Contest. This win not only underscores his dedication and skill but also positions him as a prominent figure in the national skateboarding community. De Castro’s consistent performances have earned him recognition and respect among peers and enthusiasts alike.
The new skatepark in Aix-en-Provence looks beautiful.
Aix-en-Provence is currently developing a new state-of-the-art skatepark as part of the Plaine Nature project. This initiative, with an estimated budget of €19 million, commenced in June 2023 and aims to enhance the city’s sports infrastructure. The first phase, completed in July 2024, involved renovating the main stadium and its eight-lane athletics track. The upcoming skatepark, spanning 1,500 square meters with an additional 1,000 square meters of landscaped surroundings, is designed to meet modern standards and accommodate various skateboarding disciplines.
Build by Territoire Skateparks.
Designed by Constructo Skateparks.
Esteban Clot & Neve Entwistle, Trottirama Contest champions.
Esteban Clot & Neve Enwistle are the champions of the Trottirama Contest 2025, held in Nantes, France.
Esteban, winner of the Fernando Park Battle 2022 and UWS MUS 2022, also won the LA TRICK 69 contest a few weeks ago, also in France.