Brandon Burleigh | California
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Our Region 2 champ, Brandon Burleigh from California dropped jaws and opened eyes with his 50/50 submission. His ender alone was enough to make you stop what you're doing and hit that rewind button a few times. This is going to be a close round. You guys have three more days to vote for your favorite submission. It's completely on you guys who wins this thing! So get behind your state, get behind your homie, and vote, vote, vote. The Grand Prize winner will be announced on Monday. Stay tuned. —TWS
How old are you and how long have you been skating?
I'm 19 years old, started when I was 3 but been off and on trying to figure out between sports and skating what I loved. Really got into skating in 7th grade and skated everyday after that.
Where are you from and where did you grow up skating?
I'm from Mission Viejo California. Etnies skatepark is my home park.
What’s a typical day like for you?
I work 5 days a week at Trader Joe's and start around 4 am- 5 am get off after 8hrs and go skate at local skate parks. Try to hit up spots on week days but have most luck on Sundays. Sunday is our day to get out and get buck clips!
What was your first reaction when you made it into the final round of the 50/50?
I was super shocked I've been recognized from TWS. I'm way hyped and grateful for this opportunity, skating is my passion and what I live for.
Out of the other six Regional Finalists, whose edit are you stoked on the most?
Will Gomez edit, the filming and editing was great. Looks like Will has a bag of tricks under his belt. Will's switch flip at the end was perfect!
Would you enter the #TWS5050 again next year?
If I won I wouldn't, but if not I'd consider to try again. It's a great way to get recognized.
Anyone you want to thank or shout out?
Thank my parents for taking me to the park when I didn't have my license. My buddy Evan for getting me on my board again when I was in 7th grade. We push each other all the time and love what we do. Also my filmer Jeremy for always going out and filming us.
