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The Classic Center Arena to present Zero Gravity professional BMX and skateboard stunt show

The Classic Center Arena to present Zero Gravity professional BMX and skateboard stunt show

ATHENS, Ga. – Zero Gravity, a professional BMX and skateboard stunt show, is coming to The Classic Center Arena on Sunday, Feb. 15 at 3 p.m.

Tickets for the family-friendly show are $20 for general admission and $15 for children ages 10 and under.

“This show will be definitely be action-packed and an up-close opportunity to see these professionals do what they do best,” said Philip Verrastro, assistant executive director at The Classic Center. “It’s a great indoor winter activity for the whole family and we’re excited to offer this opportunity to the community in our new Arena.”

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Among the professionals scheduled to appear are:

  • Chris Gentry (skateboard verticals/ramps) – Gentry was a top five finalist at the X Games in skateboard verticals and has previously competed against former professional skateboarder Tony Hawk. He was voted one of the top 100 extreme sports athletes of all time for the X Games.
  • Phil Hajal (skateboard verticals/ramps) – Hajal is a former Red Bull professional and has won several contests as an amateur and professional.
  • John Parker (BMX verticals/ramps) – Parker is the two-time MTV Sports and Music Festival champion.
  • Rob Nolli (BMX verticals/ramps) – Nolli is an X Games bronze medalist and the former ESPN CFB Series champion.
  • Scott Ditchfield (ground flatland tricks) – Ditchfield was featured on NBC’s America’s Got Talent in 2014.

The performers will be available after the show to visit with fans, take photos and answer any questions.

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Click here to buy tickets, call 706-357-4444 or stop by The Classic Center Arena box office in downtown Athens at 300 N. Thomas Street.

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