Copper Mt., CO - Derek DiCastro, shown at left before forerunning this year's World Cup event in Telluride, made his debut on the USSA Revolution Tour this past weekend placing 17th. Though Derek has won the all-around amateur title twice before at USASA Nationals this marks his first start on the USSA tour.
Racing against some of the best young boardercrossers in the country, Derek took 6th in the time trials and had a transfer spot in his first heat but spun out while attempting to pass the leader. In boardercross, the first two across the finish advance to the next round while the bottom two drop out.
Though a 17th in his first start is respectable it's the time trial result that really proves he's capable of racing against the best. He's shown that he can handle world cup level courses and has an uncanny ability to adjust to terrain that eats up lesser riders.
Derek relocated to NYSEF/Whiteface from Rome, NY in order to train on the big mountain and prepare for his push towards his goal of a spot on the FIS World Cup.
Jessica Powers also made her debut in the ladies event but just missed out on qualification. They will both have a shot at the next stop in Boreal, CA in March.
Jonathan Locklin is also along and will be competing in the Slopestyle event taking place on Wednesday. Check back for details.
Sunday February 7th was the first of three USSA/FIS Boardercross events on the Revolution Tour this season. The Tour is open to all licensed competitors but is meant to showcase younger riders and be a stepping stone to the Grand Prix (US National) and World Cup tours.
-Kirsh
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