The Skatepark Project linked up with Super Skate Posse to bring some real love to the kids in Watts, California and it all went down at the newly opened 14,000-square-foot Watts Skatepark.
The event had everything you'd hope for: 100 local kids rolled up and walked away with full setups brand new skateboards, helmets, shoes, the whole kit. It wasn’t just about handing stuff out though.
The day had a deeper feel - one of those moments where you could see how much skateboarding means to a neighborhood.
To keep things exciting, the crew from Primitive Skateboarding rolled through with a heavy demo that had everyone glued to the action.
Then came the wild part - Paul Rodriguez dropped in out of nowhere and instantly lit up the place. It was the kind of surprise that kids (and adults, let’s be real) won’t forget anytime soon.
But the best part? The whole day felt rooted in something bigger. You could see the connection happening between kids who might’ve never touched a board before and the community ready to lift them up.
Skateboarding has always been about more than just tricks. It brings people together, opens doors, and gives kids something real to hold on to.
Major appreciation goes out to Super Skate Posse, New Balance, Protec, Primitive, the LA Parks Foundation, and all the locals who came together to make this happen. Watts Skatepark isn’t just another skate spot. It’s a place where something good is growing.
This is what giving back with real intention looks like.