Birthdate: May 4, 1994
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois
He's just 14-years-old, but skateboarder Chad Ortiz is making a big name for himself on the AST Dew Tour. We got the low down on this rising star!
Growing Up o2qj
Growing up in Chicago, Chaz had an itch for practicing tricks day and night. It wasn't long until the pint-sized skatepark star started making a name for himself around the Windy City and eventually the world.
Career 2sd2x
At just 13, Chaz competed in the Free Flow Tour, which is the premier amateur tour. Chaz dazzled the crowd and judges with a vast array of Paul Rodriguez. Chaz improved the next month by placing second place at the Right Guard Open. As of August 2008, Chaz is has a second place ranking in the AST Dew Tour with 160 points!
Riding Style 312e59
Chaz is known for his smooth riding style. He performs tricks that people ten years older are doing, and he does them with confidence. Many help him any way I can."
Chaz Says... 6n49
"Just skate hard, skate your best, and don’t get yourself down. Just go out there and skate how you know how to skate, make sure you have your run planned, and just have fun."
