Eric Koston (born April 29, 1975 in Bangkok, Thailand) is a Thai American professional skateboarder who grew up in San Bernardino, California.
Eric Koston's father, Bob, was in the Air Force when he and Eric's mom met. Wanida, Eric's mom, was from Thailand. Eric was born in Bangkok, and moved to the states at 9 months old. His parents were divorced when he was 5, and Eric grew up in San Bernardino, California.
In 1992, Koston first got sponsored ...
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Eric Koston (born April 29, 1975 in Bangkok, Thailand) is a Thai American professional skateboarder who grew up in San Bernardino, California.
Eric Koston's father, Bob, was in the Air Force when he and Eric's mom met. Wanida, Eric's mom, was from Thailand. Eric was born in Bangkok, and moved to the states at 9 months old. His parents were divorced when he was 5, and Eric grew up in San Bernardino, California.
In 1992, Koston first got sponsored by the "Girl team"and moved to Los Angeles. He officially turned pro in 1993 when he joined the "H-Street Team". Koston was most known for his Nollie-based and switch-based skills. His career has been highlighted by his 1st place in the 2000 Globe World Contest, X Games and Gravity Games, his 1st place win in the 2002 Gravity Games Street, and his 1st place in the 2003 X Games Street Competition, X Games Global Championship and Gravity Games. He was named ESPN Action Sports and Music Awards Skateboarder of the Year in both 2001 & 2002. Koston...
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