2010 Hydro-Turf APBA Watercross National Tour to Kick Off in Only 30 Days

April 1, 2010

National Tour Returns to the Bluewater Casino in Parker, Arizona

EASTPOINTE, MI - The American Power Boat Association (APBA) is excited to announce the return of the U.S. National Tour for Watercross Racing. The 2010 HYDRO-TURF APBA Watercross National Tour, Presented by Yamaha with Supporting Tour sponsor Sea-Doo, features a six-event, eleven-round series that will determine the U.S. National Tour Champions in eleven Pro-Am and Expert racing classes including Women’s classes. The 2010 series will consist of five double rounds events spread throughout the United States, plus the HYDRO-TURF APBA Watercross Nationals in Nashville, Tennessee, which will counted as a double points round, as the final stop.

The 2010 HYDRO-TURF APBA Watercross National Tour will kick off the season with the first two rounds of competition at the beautiful Bluewater Resort & Casino in Parker, Arizona on May 1 and 2, 2010. This is the only National closed course race to take place on the West Coast in 2010. The Bluewater Resort and Casino, which is the host and the Title sponsor for the Parker event, will see some of the best closed course racers and teams from around the United States converge to begin the chase for the coveted 2010 APBA Watercross National Tour Championships. The challenging rough waters of the Colorado River can give even the most seasoned veteran a run for his or her money.

The action both on and off the water is going to be intense with all riders vying for victory and their share of prize money. In addition to event prize money, Supporting sponsor Sea-Doo has posted an impressive contingency program for the racers. The Bluewater event is great opportunity for the fans to get up close and personal with all the racers. It is going to be an event not to be missed, so make your plans today to be a part of the all the action at the Bluewater Resort & Casino. RPM Racing Enterprises is proud to conduct the Bluewater event. Each round will be filmed and a half hour show from each round will air of three different cable networks. Stay tuned for the dates and times.

The 2010 National Tour has some great stops at some of the racers favorite race sites. The Tour also makes stops in Myrtle Beach, SC; Harbor Beach, Michigan; Belle River, Canada and Colonial Beach, Virginia before making the final stop in Nashville, Tennessee for the season ending APBA Watercross Nationals. Next stop June 5-6 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

For more information on the HYDRO-TURFAPBA Watercross National Tour, call Patrick Mell at (586) 598-2856 (586) 598-2856 or visit the APBA website at www.apbaracing.com.

About the American Power Boat Association (APBA)
The American Power Boat Association, founded in 1903, celebrates a phenomenal 105 years of organized boat racing competitions. Whatever your need for speed, APBA is sure to have a place just for you. Competition, thrills, victory and honor can be found in all 13 of APBA's racing categories, comprising a broad selection of inboard and outboard engines and countless hull configurations. From Offshore and Unlimited powerboats to Personal Watercraft, APBA is the place to be. The APBA is an International Affiliate for the International Jet Sports Boating Association (IJSBA) for the United States. For more info visit www.apbaracing.com or www.ijsba.com .

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday April 30, 2010
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Late Registration at the Captain Jack’s Cantina

Saturday May 1, 2009 - Schedule of Events - Round 1
6:45 am - 8:00 am Technical Inspection & Rider Check In/Late Registration
8:00 am - 8:30 am Mandatory Riders Meeting
8:30 am - 10:00 am Closed Course Practice
10:00 am - 1:00 pm Closed Course Qualifying
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Freestyle
1:30 pm- end Closed Course Finals
6:00 pm Saturday Awards Ceremony

Sunday May 1, 2010 - Schedule of Events- Round 2
7:15 am - 8:00 am Technical Inspection & Rider Check In
8:00 am - 8:30 am Mandatory Riders Meeting
8:30 am - 10:00 am Closed Course Practice
10:00 am - 1:00 pm Closed Course Qualifying
1:00 pm– 1:30 pm Freestyle
1:30 pm- end Closed Course Finals
5:00 pm Sunday's Awards Ceremony

Announcing the 2010 IJSBA Parade of Nations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The IJSBA is proud to announce the 4th Annual Parade of Nations - Once again Lake Havasu City in Arizona will be honoring all race participants for the 29th IJSBA Quakysense World Finals.

Everyone is invited to attend to honor and represent the flag from their respective country. The event will be held Thursday, October 7th 7:30 PM at the London Bridge Resort and Convention Center. This is free to everyone attending the IJSBA World Finals and there will be an open cash bar for refreshments if desired.

This year I would like to invite participants and friends to bring something special from their country and gift it to an individual from another nation. This item could be a sticker, t-shirt, hat or even a small nation flag.

Once again there will be our annual guest book, with pictures from last year’s event, that you are encouraged sign with your personal comments. You are also invited to check out the Parade of Nations blog spot and leave your comments about past years events. http://paradeofnations-ijsba.blogspot.com/

Please invite your friends and family to this special event that welcomes all participants from around the world. No other event during the World Finals brings so much pageantry than the Parade of Nations. This is an international event that touches the hearts and souls of the Competitors that have traveled so far from around the world

The Honorable Mayor Mark Nexsen will personally welcome all the racers and teams who have come so far to participate in this International Competition.

Kay Sykes is again the chairperson of this event. Please send her an email and let her know if you will be attending this amazing event!
If you need reserved seating for your team or country, please let Kay know. ksparadeofnations@gmail.com