Born on September 14, 1999, Tom Schaar is one of the renowned names in the American skateboarding community. Schaar's journey began at a young age. At just 12 years old, he landed the first-ever 1080. An accomplishment that was previously deemed the ‘Holy Grail of skateboarding tricks’. This historic moment took place in March 2012 after only four unsuccessful attempts on a mega ramp.
Schaar landed the 1080 in competition at the 2012 Asia X Games in Shanghai where he won skate Mini Mega. This victory made him the youngest X Games gold medalist. He has the titles of youngest Dew Tour Champion, youngest Vans Pool Party champion, and youngest Austin X Games gold medallist in "Big Air." Schaar had amassed nine X Games medals by the time he turned 18. He earned him a spot in Forbes Magazine's 2020 30 Under 30 Sports category, highlighting the next generation of sports talent. Before his historic 1080, Schaar became the eighth person ever to land a 900 on a skateboard in October 2011. He again became the first person to land a Stalefish 900 in September 2016.
Schaar was named to the first-ever U.S.A. Skateboarding National Team on March 20, 2019. He was inspired by legendary skateboarder and snowboarder Shaun White, who had attempted the 1080 multiple times in 2005 and 2006 without success. He was sponsored by major brands like Element Skateboards, Vans Shoes, and Monster Energy.
Tom Schaar’s nationality
Tom Schaar is an American citizen. Tom Schaar was born on September 14, 1999. He is an American professional skateboarder. Schaar was the first skateboarder to land a ‘1080’, executing three complete revolutions. He clinched the title of the youngest X Games gold medalist at the 2012 Asia X Games in Shanghai.
Tom Schaar’s Hometown
Tom Schaar’s hometown is in Malibu, California, United States.
Tom Schaar has won numerous accolades which include being the youngest X Games gold medalist, Dew Tour champion, Vans Pool Party champion, and ‘Big Air’ gold medalist at the Austin X Games. Schaar had already secured nine X Games medals by age 18. His feats include becoming the eighth person to land a 900 in October 2011 and the first to execute a Stalefish 900 in September 2016. Schaar was named to the inaugural U.S.A. Skateboarding National Team on March 20, 2019. Forbes included him in their 2020 30 Under 30 Sports list celebrating the next generation of sports talent.
FAQ's On Tom Schaar’s Nationality
A. Tom Schaar’s hometown is Malibu, California, United States.
A. Tom Schaar is 24 years old.
A. Tom Schaar was born on September 14, 1999.
A. Tom Schaar is 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) tall.
