Skateboarder- Tony Hawk

   Tony Hawk is probably the most well known skateboarder in the world.  He is also probably one of the best skateboarders in the world. He was born May 12, 1968.  Tony was 9 years old when his brother gave him his first skateboard and he has loved skateboarding ever since.  Tony Hawk is very well known for being the first skateboarder to complete a 900, which is a 900 degree spin.  He has many sponsors but his biggest sponsor is the brand he made, Birdhouse. Tony Hawk is a very good skateboarder and will always be remembered in the skateboarding history.  He has changed the skateboarding world and is Known to be the best skater in the world.