Team Centurion spent the weekend doing what they enjoy most; sharing a passion for wake surfing and helping create experiences that bring people together on the water. Lone Star Power Sports hosted the “Ride With a Pro Day,” bringing together families from all around West Texas. Throughout the event, participants had the opportunity to meet new people, ride alongside our athletes, and spend time developing both skills and confidence behind a 2026 Centurion Ri245 and Ri265.
Among those participating were Team Centurion athletes Luke Hutcherson and JB O’Neill and Team Manager Ken Scribner, who helped create an environment where progression and community naturally went hand in hand. Riders spent time working on new tricks and improving existing skills, while also experiencing the supportive atmosphere that continues to define the water sports community.
The weekend got off to a meaningful start as Ken and the team met Bill Ryan, 40 year United States Air Force Veteran at Lone Star Power Sports. Bill was leading a motorcycle ride and made a pit stop at the dealership. In recognition of his service, a Centurion challenge coin was presented, setting the tone for a weekend rooted in both appreciation and connection. A challenge coin is a custom-made token displaying a group’s emblem. Popular among troops, police officers, and firefighters, these coins are given out for special achievements or to show team membership, symbolizing shared pride and deep camaraderie.
The weekend of surfing kicked off on Ute Lake in New Mexico with retired Texas Game Warden Matt Marshall. Matt, who served for 34 years on a search and rescue dive team, and his family, were the first participants on the boat. After his session, Matt was presented with a challenge coin in true Centurion S2S fashion. As the day continued, families cycled through session after session, each experiencing the combination of top-tier waves and hands-on coaching from the Team Centurion athletes.
What stood out most was the shared excitement, from first-time riders finding their footing to the reactions when pro-level tricks were demonstrated right behind the boat. For many in attendance, it was the first time witnessing that level of riding firsthand, drawing attention from others on the lake who gathered nearby to watch. While the water temperatures may have been on the cooler side, the energy never slowed, and riders stayed eager to make the most of every moment on the water.
On Sunday, the team made their way to Lake Tanglewood, a private golf and lake community just west of Amarillo and near the gateway to Palo Duro Canyon, the second largest canyon in the United States. Continuing the momentum from the day prior, families once again rotated through unforgettable sessions both on and behind the boat. By the end of the weekend, more than 20 families across West Texas had shared in the experience leaving with new skills, lasting memories, and a deeper connection to the sport.
For participant Gavin, the weekend included time on the water working on his 360 and several other foundational tricks. While progression was an exciting part of the experience, the moments that stood out most extended beyond landing new maneuvers.
“I always enjoy sharing this sport with others! This weekend was a great opportunity to meet new people that share a similar passion for wake surfing. I was able to ride with many families,” says Luke Hutcherson, Team Centurion athlete. “One in particular was Gavin and his dad, Derek. Gavin and I worked on his 360 and a few other fundamental tricks. Derek told me that he and Gavin spend most evenings out on the water after school. This reminded me of my dad and I. We spent most evenings after school and countless hours out on the water together. A lot of my favorite memories with my family were on the lake spending quality time together. What I enjoyed most about this weekend was being able to see several families that all share similar experiences as mine.”
The weekend served as another reminder that while progression behind the boat is rewarding, some of the most meaningful moments in water sports come from the connections built and memories created along the way.
“The best part of coaching isn’t the ride, it’s watching someone light up when it finally clicks,” said JB O’Neill, Team Centurion athlete.