Giant skateboard coming to Kaikohe
OLYMPICS smaller-scale replica.
Kendall, who is chairing the judging panel — which includes Olympians and Skateboarding New Zealand president Chris Curran — said they were looking for a uniquely New Zealand name, one that captured the spirit, mana and pride of the country.
“We’re looking for an inspiring name that gets Kiwis excited and makes them feel proud to be waving the New Zealand flag during the Games,” she said.
New Zealand Olympic Committee CEO Kereyn Smith said with no international spectators allowed at the Tokyo Games, it was more important than ever for Olympians to feel support on their home turf by people checking out the skateboard.
“During the Great Olympic Skate Roadshow, Kiwis will have the opportunity to meet the skateboard and have some fun by getting involved in some of the new sports on show,” she said.
Following the roadshow, the skateboard will be a centrepiece at the new New Zealand Team HQ Fan Zone, where people will be able to gather to celebrate the 2020 Games, connect with the NZ team live in Tokyo and show support.
The design on the board depicts a New Zealand athlete’s journey, both physically and emotionally, from humble beginnings in New Zealand to the world stage.
The athlete rising from the cloud represents the long white cloud, with the flag symbolising the support of the nation.
The road is windy with stormy seas signifying the tough road ahead, Tokyo being symbolised with cherry blossoms, Mt Fuji and an iconic sunrise.
World’s largest board centrepiece of Games roadshow