Chandler Steele
What did your preparation for this event look like?
For PNWR this year I spent a good 2-3 months grinding my final routine. I reworked spots in the routine where I saw too many mistakes too often, and really tried to focus a lot more on my music cues. I try to emulate the pressure I will feel on stage, and attempt to get the routine consistent in that head space. When I got to a point of consistency in almost each run, I felt confident in the performance.
What gear did you use and did you have any special set up?
I used an Unprld prototype! I used Original Throw normal string (yellow), NSK bearing, and Hollywood Modern pads (white shore 50)
Was there a specific trick or element you were most proud to pull off on stage? Or a favorite part of our performance/routine?
One of the best tricks was the middle of the routine, I hit a very difficult tower trick and cued it very well to the song. It was a crucial part of the performance, and I believe hitting it added a lot to the performance. The very last trick in my freestyle really helped tie it all together as well.
What’s your favorite memory from PNWR?
My favorite memory from PNWR is always getting to see friends, old and new, getting to see people we only see a few times a year and just catching up with them is one of the best parts of any contest.
What advice do you have for people looking to compete for the first time?
My advice to players who want to compete for their first time is just do tricks that you personally enjoy, use music that you vibe to, and try developing a style all your own before worrying about learning the hardest tricks you can.