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Jamie Foy
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Jamie Foy (born June 14, 1996) is an American regular-footed skateboarder.[1][2][3] He was crowned 2017 and 2024 Skater of the Year by Thrasher magazine.[4][5][6] He skates for Death Wish Skateboards, Thunder Trucks, Shake Junt, Spitfire Wheels, Redbull and New Balance Numeric.[7]
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Career
[edit]Foy was born and grew up in Deerfield Beach, Florida. He started skating at the age of 1 and entering local skate contests at a young age. Foy started his career in 2013 and won several competitions in Florida, Georgia, and Pennsylvania.
In 2016, Foy moved to Los Angeles and quickly gained popularity after appearing in 7 videos in 2016 and 2017. In 2017, he became pro for Deathwish Skateboards and was invited to join the Street League Tour. He was named Thrasher's Skater of the Year the same year.
Foy has won a total of three X Games medals in 2019 and 2021.[8]
Filmography
[edit]- CHAPPED: HERE AND NOW (2018)
- Deathwish: Deathwish (2018)
- Dickies: Another Day, Another Bodega (2019)[9]
- New Balance: String Theory (2019)[10]
- Red Bull: YOU GOOD? (2019)[11]
- Deathwish: Uncrossed (2020)[12]
- Cinco (2021)
- Dickies: Loose Ends (2021)[13]
- Spitfire: Stoking The Fire (2022)[14]
- Baker / Deathwish: BAKER HAS A DEATHWISH PART 2 (2024)[15]
- Dickies: Honeymoon (2024)[16]
- New Balance: Intervals (2024)[17]
References
[edit]- ^ ""My mum is always down, she was walking while me and the homies were skating around London..."". Sidewalk Skateboarding. Retrieved August 4, 2019.
- ^ "Jamie Foy Interview". SOLO Skateboardmagazine (in German). Retrieved August 4, 2019.
- ^ "Street Skating – ABC's World of X Games: Real Street". X Games. Archived from the original on December 1, 2021.
- ^ "Jamie Foy Am Scramble Interview". www.thrashermagazine.com. Retrieved August 4, 2019.
- ^ Website, The Justme. "Jamie Foy Route One Interview". The Justme Website. Retrieved August 4, 2019.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Skater of the Year 2024: Jamie Foy". Thrasher Magazine. Retrieved December 15, 2024.
- ^ "New Balance Numeric Welcomes Jamie Foy". Dew Tour. October 18, 2018. Archived from the original on July 1, 2020. Retrieved July 1, 2020.
- ^ "Jamie Foy". Red Bull. Retrieved August 4, 2019.
- ^ Dickies' "Another Day, Another Bodega" Video. Retrieved September 25, 2024 – via www.thrashermagazine.com.
- ^ NB Numeric's "String Theory" Video. Retrieved September 25, 2024 – via www.thrashermagazine.com.
- ^ "Watch Zion Wright, Jamie Foy and Alex Midler bring it big time in 'You Good?'!". Red Bull. December 2, 2019. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
- ^ Deathwish's "Uncrossed" Video. Retrieved September 25, 2024 – via www.thrashermagazine.com.
- ^ Days, Salad. "Dickies' 'Loose Ends' Video | Salad Days Magazine". Retrieved September 25, 2024.
- ^ "Stoking The Fire with Jimmy Wilkins and Friends". Spitfire Wheels. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
- ^ "Baker Has a Deathwish Part 2". www.thrashermagazine.com. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
- ^ "Sites-DickiesUS-Site". www.dickies.com. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
- ^ ThrasherMagazine (November 15, 2024). New Balance Numeric's "Intervals" Video. Retrieved November 22, 2024 – via YouTube.
External links
[edit]- The Nine Club – Podcast 31- guest: Jamie Foy
- Jamie Foy at The Boardr
- Jamie Foy at the X Games (archive)
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Jamie Foy
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Jamie Foy (born June 14, 1996) is an American professional skateboarder from Deerfield Beach, Florida, renowned for his innovative street skating, particularly on massive handrails, and his consistent output of high-impact video parts and contest performances.[1][2]
Foy began skating locally in Florida during his youth, quickly rising through amateur competitions with notable wins including Best Trick at Tampa Am in 2014, first place at The Boardr Am in 2015, and top honors at Damn Am's Getting Paid event in 2016.[3] These early successes led to his professional sponsorship by Deathwish Skateboards in 2017, the same year he earned Thrasher Magazine's prestigious Skater of the Year award for his groundbreaking part in Deathwish's The Flat Earth video and other influential footage.[3][4]
In the international contest scene, Foy has secured multiple X Games medals, including gold in Street Best Trick and silver in Street at X Games California 2021, as well as bronze in Street at X Games Japan 2023.[5] He was a top contender for the U.S. Olympic skateboarding team ahead of the 2024 Paris Games but ultimately did not qualify, focusing instead on his street skating career.[2][6]
Foy repeated his Thrasher Skater of the Year triumph in 2024, becoming only the third rider in history to win the award twice, recognized for his relentless consistency, including standout parts in videos like Baker Has a Deathwish 2.[7][8] Sponsored by brands such as New Balance Numeric, Red Bull, Spitfire Wheels, and CCS, Foy continues to influence modern skateboarding with his powerful, technical style and approachable persona.[9][1]
Foy's event strategy evolved notably over these appearances, shifting from the preparatory focus of video submissions in Real Street to prioritizing spontaneous trick invention and risk management in live formats, which allowed him to accumulate six medals total by emphasizing versatile street techniques suited to both judged runs and best-trick battles.[5]
Early life
Childhood in Florida
Jamie Foy was born on June 14, 1996, in Deerfield Beach, Florida, where he grew up as a regular-footed individual in a tight-knit coastal community.[5][10] Deerfield Beach, located along the Atlantic seaboard in Broward County, fostered an outdoor-oriented lifestyle during the late 1990s and early 2000s, with its beaches, parks, and proximity to waterways encouraging activities like fishing and water sports among local youth.[3] Foy's formative years were shaped by this environment, which emphasized physical activity and community bonds in a subtropical setting conducive to year-round recreation.[11] Foy's family played a central role in his early life, providing strong support and shared interests that influenced his personality. His mother, an avid biker who rides a Harley-Davidson, emerged as his biggest fan and actively participated in his endeavors.[12] He also shared memorable outdoor experiences with his father, such as a challenging fishing trip where they caught a sailfish off the Florida coast, highlighting a family appreciation for angling and the natural surroundings of their hometown.[13] These familial influences contributed to Foy's grounded, resilient character amid the casual, sun-soaked vibe of South Florida living. Beyond family, Foy's pre-adolescent interests leaned toward non-competitive outdoor pursuits that built his adventurous spirit. Fishing became a favorite pastime, with Foy imagining a non-alternative path in life centered around frequent outings to local waters, reflecting the abundant marine opportunities in Deerfield Beach.[13] He also developed an early fondness for hearty meals, favoring comfort foods like steak and mashed potatoes, which aligned with the laid-back, food-centric culture of his coastal upbringing.[12] The area's skate-friendly parks and peer groups offered subtle early exposure to local skate culture, setting the stage for later developments without dominating his childhood routine.[14]Introduction to skateboarding
Jamie Foy discovered skateboarding at a remarkably young age, first getting on a skateboard when he was just one year old in his hometown of Deerfield Beach, Florida, where he began by crawling onto the board and pushing off with his hands.[8] By age three, he had already mastered the ollie, and by seven, he achieved kickflips through persistent self-directed practice, demonstrating an innate aptitude for the sport from the outset.[8] His early encounters were shaped by the nearby skateparks in South Florida, such as those around the area that provided accessible ramps and rails for beginners, fostering his initial curiosity and daily sessions.[11] Foy's progression was largely self-taught, relying on trial and error at these parks rather than formal instruction or video tutorials, as he later recalled being influenced primarily by older kids at the skatepark during his early years.[11] Starting with basic maneuvers, he quickly advanced to intermediate street skating techniques, developing a particular affinity for handrails that became a hallmark of his style even in these formative stages—experimenting with tricks like frontside 5-0s and nosegrinds on local rails.[11] This hands-on approach emphasized learning from falls and adjusting techniques until successful, allowing him to build confidence through repeated attempts without structured guidance.[8] Before entering any sponsored or competitive circuits, Foy immersed himself in unsponsored local contests and casual sessions with early peers in South Florida, often at spots like the RIP CityBank skatepark, where he honed his skills alongside friends in a supportive, low-pressure environment.[11] These gatherings, starting as early as age four, highlighted his emerging talent without external backing, as he participated in community events that celebrated raw progression over polished performance.[15] The vibrant Florida skate culture further influenced this phase, with its humid climate and abundance of beaches providing natural transitions to urban spots—such as concrete ledges near coastal areas and makeshift rails in city streets—for versatile practice sessions that blended ocean-side leisure with gritty street exploration.[11]Career
Amateur beginnings
Jamie Foy entered the organized amateur skateboarding scene in Florida around 2012, competing in regional events that highlighted emerging talent from the state's vibrant skate culture. At the age of 16, he participated in the prestigious Tampa Am contest, a key amateur showcase held annually at the Skatepark of Tampa. In the 2012 edition, Foy advanced through the Friday qualifiers, placing 14th out of 143 entrants, before reaching the semi-finals where he finished 21st out of 40 skaters.[16][17] His performance earned him third place in the Independent Best Trick segment with a gap 360 flip lipslide down a handrail, demonstrating early technical prowess on rails, and he also secured the Zumiez Destroyer Award for his overall effort.[18][9] By 2013 and 2014, Foy expanded his contest travels beyond local Florida spots, participating in amateur series across the U.S. to build his resume. He competed in events like the Zumiez Best Foot Forward in 2014, a national amateur contest that gathered top non-pro skaters, and traveled to the Damn Am at Woodward West in California, where he landed a standout 360 flip noseblunt on a rail.[19][20] Domestically, Foy won state-level competitions in Georgia and Pennsylvania, further establishing his presence in regional circuits.[3] These outings, including qualifiers for broader series, allowed him to refine his approach while staying rooted in Florida's handrail-heavy skate environments. Foy's amateur phase solidified his signature style, characterized by technical handrail tricks executed with remarkable consistency under contest pressure. His 2014 Tampa Am performance exemplified this, where he topped the Best Trick contest with a massive gap to backtail shuvit, a maneuver that combined precision and power on a challenging rail setup, after qualifying fifth out of 131 skaters and placing 12th in semis.[21][9] This focus on reliable, innovative rail work—building on earlier influences from Florida's street scene—drew increasing notice from industry scouts, positioning him as a rising contender in amateur ranks before 2015.[3]Professional transition
In 2015, Jamie Foy moved to Los Angeles and caught the attention of Deathwish Skateboards after performing strongly in a local contest, leading Steve Hernandez to offer him board sponsorship as an amateur rider.[22] This initial hookup marked his entry into a major team environment, where he began receiving product support and integrating into the brand's culture, including opportunities to film footage during early tours. By early 2016, Foy had expanded his sponsorships to include Thunder Trucks in April, providing him with professional-grade hardware, and Spitfire Wheels, aligning his setup with established street skating staples.[23] These integrations solidified his position within the industry, transitioning him from local amateur scenes to broader team affiliations. Foy's upgrade to professional status occurred following his participation in Thrasher Magazine's King of the Road (KOTR) competition in 2016, where he competed as a Deathwish team rider alongside veterans like The Lizard King, with the official announcement in June 2017.[24][25] This event, which spanned multiple cities and challenged teams with high-stakes tricks and tasks, provided Foy with his first significant national exposure, showcasing his technical prowess on rails and gaps to a wide audience through Thrasher's platform. His performance during KOTR not only accelerated his pro elevation but also highlighted his adaptability in competitive, team-based formats. Early pro demonstrations and tours followed, including Deathwish's "Deathwish for America" tour from Cleveland to Minneapolis, where Foy skated unfamiliar urban spots and contributed to group video segments.[22] Adjusting to professional life brought rapid changes for Foy, including intensified travel schedules that took him across the U.S. for demos, tours, and filming sessions, often balancing multiple video parts in a single year. He shared a modest two-bedroom apartment in Long Beach with six teammates, fostering close-knit dynamics within the Deathwish and Baker Has a Deathwish circles, where collaborative living and shared expenses like $300 monthly rent emphasized camaraderie over luxury. These experiences, while demanding, allowed Foy to build relationships with pros like Torey Pudwill and navigate the pressures of consistent output, all while maintaining a focus on heavy street skating.[22]2017 breakthrough
In 2017, Jamie Foy's participation in Thrasher Magazine's King of the Road (KOTR) competition marked a pivotal moment in his ascent, as he represented the Deathwish Skateboards team alongside riders like Neen Williams and Jon Dickson. The event, held in 2016 but with highlights and awards revealed throughout 2017, saw Foy deliver standout performances on massive rails and challenging terrain, contributing significantly to Deathwish's third-place finish overall. His aggressive style and ability to tackle high-stakes tricks, such as those featured in the official "Best of Jamie Foy" compilation, earned him individual recognition as one of the competition's heaviest performers, amplifying his visibility within the skateboarding community.[25] Midway through the year, Foy released his "Welcome to Deathwish" video part on January 14, 2017, showcasing a barrage of technical handrail maneuvers that quickly established him as a rising force. This part, filmed primarily in Florida and California, included landmark tricks like a frontside crooked grind down a 20-stair rail at El Toro, a spot notorious for its difficulty and length. Later in December 2017, his contribution to the full-length Deathwish video The Flat Earth—directed by Ty Evans—further cemented his prowess, with additional heavy handrail lines that pushed the boundaries of street skating. These parts collectively highlighted Foy's precision and fearlessness on rails, drawing widespread acclaim for innovating within the genre.[26] Foy's explosive year culminated in December 2017 when Thrasher Magazine named him Skater of the Year (SOTY), making him the youngest recipient at age 21 and only the second Floridian to claim the title. The announcement, surprise-delivered by editor Jake Phelps during a casual skate session with friends, underscored Foy's rapid progression from amateur to elite status. Industry reactions poured in, with outlets praising his handrail dominance and consistent output as transformative for contemporary street skating. Red Bull hailed it as skateboarding's highest honor after "one helluva year," while Hypebeast noted the surprise reveal's embodiment of Foy's unassuming yet explosive talent, solidifying his reputation as a premier handrail specialist.[27][28][29]2024 resurgence
Following a period of steady professional output after his landmark 2017 Skater of the Year award, Jamie Foy experienced a significant resurgence in 2024, marked by a series of high-impact video parts that showcased his technical mastery and fearless approach to street skating. Early in the year, Foy delivered a standout section in Deathwish Skateboards' Baker Has a Deathwish Part 2, filmed over two years and featuring massive rail and stair combinations that reaffirmed his status as a handrail specialist. This was followed by his appearance in New Balance Numeric's Intervals video in November, where he contributed a powerful segment including a kickflip back 50-50 on a formidable ledge, highlighting his precision on technical terrain. Additionally, his November Out There segment for Red Bull emphasized raw street sessions across familiar Florida spots, blending high-risk maneuvers with a grounded, introspective vibe. These releases, combined with consistent participation in street tours and sessions throughout the year, culminated in Foy earning his second Thrasher Skater of the Year title in December, recognizing his unprecedented dominance and consistency among the field's top contenders.[30][31][32] Building on this momentum into 2025, Foy continued to produce influential content, including his April Red Bull video part AFTERMATH, a two-year project directed by Ty Evans that captured mayhem-filled sessions with next-level tricks on oversized obstacles, solidifying his reputation for indisputable pro-level output. He also competed in the Red Bull Origin event in Venice Beach in September, placing 8th in the Windward Plaza challenge out of 26 entrants, 5th in the Wallride Showdown out of 23, and 6th in the Street contest out of 10, demonstrating sustained versatility across event formats. These efforts, amid ongoing tours like the Red Bull Drop In Tour in South America, underscored Foy's renewed acclaim and enduring influence in professional skateboarding as of late 2025.[33][1][23]Achievements
Thrasher awards
Jamie Foy has been honored twice as Thrasher Magazine's Skater of the Year (SOTY), skateboarding's most prestigious annual award, recognizing unparalleled innovation, consistency, and impact within the year.[30][28] The SOTY title, first awarded in 1990, elevates recipients to legendary status in skate culture, often marked by surprise ceremonies, magazine cover features, and widespread peer tributes that underscore their influence on the sport's progression.[7] In 2017, Foy earned his first SOTY at age 21 for a breakout year defined by his dominant performance at Thrasher's Am Scramble event, where he led the amateur squad with standout tricks, and his groundbreaking "Deathwish Part One" video part, which revolutionized handrail skating through massive, technical lines like a backside 50-50 sex change to switch 50-50 down a triple kink rail.[34][35] His fearless approach to enormous concrete and steel features, earning him the nickname "handrail god" from peers like Chad Muska, solidified his transition from promising amateur to elite professional.[35] The award ceremony featured a surprise "Big Boy Foy" party captured in Thrasher's "Surprising Foy" video, complete with tributes from fellow skaters and a cover appearance, amplifying his rapid rise.[27] Foy became only the third skater in Thrasher history to win SOTY twice when he claimed the 2024 honor, joining Danny Way and Chris Cole as repeat recipients for his dominant video parts and unwavering consistency throughout the year.[7] His 2024 output, including mind-blowing enders in the Dickies "Honeymoon" video and the collaborative "Big Phat Greek SOTY Trip," showcased evolved technical prowess on global spots, outshining contenders with an unprecedented blend of power and precision.[30][36] The win prompted a high-profile SOTY party in San Francisco, with Polaroid-documented sessions and peer acclaim highlighting his enduring influence, as noted by Red Bull's Shane Heyl: "Nobody drops parts like Foy."[37][38] These awards trace Foy's evolution from a Florida prospect in 2017 to a skateboarding legend by 2024, with each SOTY affirming his role in pushing handrail and street skating boundaries while inspiring a new generation through cultural milestones like Thrasher covers and communal celebrations.[35][30]X Games medals
Jamie Foy secured his first X Games medal with a bronze in the Real Street event at X Games Los Angeles 2019, where his video part showcased innovative street skating lines filmed over several months.[5] This achievement highlighted his ability to blend creative video production with competitive performance in a format that emphasized raw, unedited street footage. In 2021, at X Games California, Foy elevated his onsite presence by earning silver in Men's Skateboard Street, where he delivered consistent high-difficulty runs under live conditions, and gold in Skateboard Street Best Trick with a standout frontside crooked grind to shove-it.[39] These medals marked his transition from video contests to real-time competition, demonstrating improved adaptability to judging criteria focused on amplitude, difficulty, and execution. Foy continued his strong showings at X Games 2022 in Ventura, California, capturing gold in Skateboard Street Best Trick via a fakie kickflip over to frontside boardslide—his second consecutive win in the discipline—and silver in Real Street Best Trick with a fakie flip switch frontside boardslide, bringing his medal count to five at that point.[40][41] His sixth medal came with bronze in Men's Skateboard Street at X Games Japan 2023 in Chiba, scoring 83.33 points for a run featuring technical rail variations and gap tricks that solidified his consistency in international settings.[42][5] Foy placed 9th in Men's Skateboard Street at X Games Ventura 2024 and 5th in Men's Street Best Trick at X Games Salt Lake City 2025.| Year | Event | Location | Medal/Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Real Street | Los Angeles | Bronze[5] |
| 2021 | Skateboard Street | California | Silver[39] |
| 2021 | Street Best Trick | California | Gold[39] |
| 2022 | Street Best Trick | Ventura | Gold[40] |
| 2022 | Real Street Best Trick | Ventura | Silver[41] |
| 2023 | Skateboard Street | Japan | Bronze[42] |
| 2024 | Skateboard Street | Ventura | 9th[5] |
| 2025 | Street Best Trick | Salt Lake City | 5th[5] |