(May 20, 2026) Johnson City, TN – The Volunteer Wake Surf Classic hosted by Centurion Boats and local dealer CBK Watersports, is set to make waves in Johnson City, Tennessee! The two-day event is admission free and will take place June 19-20, 2026 at the scenic Winged Deer Park, promising an unforgettable experience for all who attend. With food trucks offering delicious local food, playgrounds for the kids, and a lakefront viewing area at the competition, this weekend will be one for the books. You won’t want to miss out on this epic two days of competition!
Event registration SOLD OUT in 87 minutes! All competitors, make sure you mark your calendar for the following registration dates, all registrations open at 12 pm EST:
6/17 Cowtown Wake Fest, Fort Worth, TX
7/8 Cali Comp Festival, Isleton, CA
7/22 I ❤️ Surf Classic, Finger Lakes, NY
This series will bring some fierce competition as surfers will be riding the wave of a 2026 Centurion Ri230, the official towboat of the World Wake Surfing Championship. The Ri230 hits that sweet spot for wake sports enthusiasts seeking top-tier performance at the most sold size in our industry, 23 feet. The Ri230 offers unheard-of accommodation, like deep, comfortable seating and the available Predator Power Tower (PPT) that adds convenience and presence.
If you like what you see at the Volunteer Wake Surf Classic, head over to CBK Watersports to check out their inventory of Centurion boats. Conveniently located near the areas of Bloomingdale, Mt. Carmel, Spurgeon and Fall Branch, TN, the CBK sales team is ready to help you purchase your next Centurion. Whether you’re in the market for a new or pre-owned Centurion, CBK Watersports will help you make the best purchase for you and your family. Contact CBK Watersports at (423) 212-0100 or head over to their dealership at 5075 HWY 11W Kingsport, TN 37660.
Salute to Service: Prior to each Centurion World Series of Wake Surfing competition, a Centurion Boats Salute to Service event is executed in partnership with the local dealer and one of our partner service charities. Operation Wake Surf (OWS) will honor servicemen and women, first responders, military veterans, and heroes with the experience of riding waves on the back of a Centurion.
Water Proof Tour: While you’re at the Volunteer Wake Surf Classic watching your favorite riders, CBK Watersports will be on site with Centurion and Supreme boats ready for you to demo! If you’re in the market for a new boat, head out to Boone Lake June 19-20, 2026 from 10am-4pm where you can test drive a Ri245, NV243, Nv233 & Fe23. Let us prove to you why Centurion and Supreme boats are the best on the water. Sign up for your demo here!
Don’t miss the Volunteer Wake Surf Classic! You can attend free of charge to watch first hand or join live on the web at wakesurfchampionships.com, https://www.youtube.com/@CenturionBoats1976, or in the Rideline App.
Make sure to keep an eye on the current series leaders, who will be sporting the yellow leader jersey, during their ride as they pull out all the stops as they compete to stay number one.
Current 2026 WSWS Leaders:
Pro Men Skim: Tyler Stewart
Pro Men Surf: Tyler Stewart
Pro Women Skim: Ava Stewart
Pro Women Surf: Kenzie Hickey
Pro Men Foil – Straps: Chad Carlson
Open Women Surf: Addy Simpson
Open Women Skim: Maddison Travis
Open Men Surf: Evan Feierabend
Open Men Skim: Carter McDonald
Girls Surf 13U: Collins Neal
Girls Skim 13U: Emma Proudfit
Boys Surf 13U: Samuel Bailie
Beginner Wakesurf: Kai Faine
Amateur Women Wakesurf 50+: Kristen Revell
Amateur Women Skim 35-49: Nicole Hudson
Amateur Women Skim 14-34: Jenna Leseberg
Amateur Men Wakesurf 50+: Keith Pohl
Amateur Men Surf 35-49: Zach Sallstrom
Amateur Men Surf 14-34: Camden Small
Amateur Men Skim 35-49: Sam Wahnish
Amateur Men Skim 14-34: Barry Beadle
Amateur Foil: Joe Cawley
Adaptive Standing: Eric Woody
Adaptive Sitboarding: Jordan Koeninger
About CBK Watersports: CBK Watersports is an authorized Centurion, Supreme and South Bay Boats dealership. We are proud to carry a large selection of new and pre-owned inventory. When you are ready to invest in a new boat, our friendly and knowledgeable sales, financing, service, and parts departments are prepared to make sure your experience is outstanding, from assisting while you’re making your choice to ongoing maintenance and customization. At CBK Watersports, we value the opportunity to create a long-term relationship with our customers, and we do that by giving you the best customer service available.
About Centurion Boats: For 50 years, Centurion Boats has produced the World’s best waves, wakes and ride. These historic distinctions and this golden milestone didn’t just happen. We have been maximizing benefit for our boat buyers since 1976. As a Correct Craft company, we are charged with making life better, and our continuous improvement to our boats is a clear indicator we take that to heart. For our 50th anniversary, we’re not just building boats – we’re honoring with innovation. As a Centurion boat owner, you are equipped as a joy warrior to wake waves of positive change in yourself, your family, your community and our world. To learn more about Centurion Boats, visit http://www.centurionboats.com.
About Correct Craft: Celebrating 100 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft is a Florida-based company with global operations. Focused on “Making Life Better,” the Correct Craft family includes Nautique, Centurion, Supreme, Bass Cat, Yar-Craft, SeaArk, Parker, and Ingenity boat companies, Pleasurecraft Engine Group, Indmar Marine Engines, Velvet Drive Transmissions, Mach Connections, Merritt Precision, Osmosis, Watershed Innovation, and Aktion Parks. For more information, please visit www.correctcraft.com