(August 22, 2026) Canandaigua, NY- The inaugural Centurion I ❤️ Surf Classic presented by Canadaigua Boatworks wrapped up with an incredible day of competition on the water. Riders gave it their all during the final rounds of competition at the last tour stop before the World Wake Surfing Championship. Towed by the 2027 Centurion RS245, riders from across the country threw their best tricks and combos behind the best wave in the industry.
In the Pro Women Skim division, Team Centurion athletes, Ava Stewart and Kaelyn Hellemn took the first and third place spots on the podium for the weekend. They were joined by Emma Galusha who placed second.
Team Centurion athlete Tyler Stewart took home first in the Pro Men Skim division at the I ❤️ Surf Classic. He was joined on the podium by Dylan Matthews in second and Reed Cole-Tucker in third.
The Pro Men Surf division brought heavy competition. Team Centurion athletes, Tyler Stewart, Tommy Darnell and Sammy Goncalves, took their first, second and third place spots on the podium. Congratulations!
In the Pro Women Surf division, Team Centurion athlete, Kaelyn Hellemn took home third place! She was joined on the podium by Kahla Archibald who took first and Liza Rybak who took second.
The 2026 WSWS season is coming to a close. Mark your calendars for our next stop, Winter Haven, FL, for the 2026 World Wake Surfing Championship from October 1-3, 2026. Don’t miss all the Worlds action, head to wakesurfchampionships.com or the Rideline for more information.
Thank you to our dedicated partner sponsors. The World Series of Wake Surfing would not be possible without their support: Billet Industries, Boatmate Trailers, GM Marine, PCM Marine Engines, Roswell Marine, SewLong Custom Shades and Wet Sounds.
About Canandaigua Boatworks: Canandaigua Boatworks is a full-service marina and boat dealership located on the east shore of Canandaigua Lake at 4801 County Road 11 in Rushville, New York. It serves the Finger Lakes region with new and used boat sales, rentals, seasonal docking, storage, repairs, and fuel.
About Centurion Boats: Creating the World’s best waves, wakes and ride since 1976, Centurion is a towed water sports boat manufacturer built on innovation and commitment to excellence. As a Correct Craft Company, we are charged with “Making Lives Better”. We embody this phrase with the boats we build along with the lives we live on and off the water. Even in our 51st year, we believe 2027 will be the RISE of Centurion Boats. Learn about Centurion’s relentless innovation significantly elevated at http://www.centurionboats.com.