MANE IN THE MIDDLE
Freestyle Skate Battle

Mane in the Middle is Memphis 10’s ultimate freestyle skate showdown — a head-to-head bracket battle where only the strongest survive. Bring your style, your creativity, and your confidence as you compete for cash, respect, and THE GOLD. If you think you’ve got what it takes to own the floor… this is your moment.

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Official Competition Format

Mane in the Middle is a high-energy, bracket-style freestyle skate competition featured during Memphis 10: Skate Olympics Weekend.

This is a true freestyle battle — all skate styles and combinations of skate styles are welcome. Competitors are encouraged to bring originality, confidence, and performance power to the floor.

Competition Structure

Bracket-Style Format
Separate Male and Female brackets
Maximum of 8 competitors per gender
Head-to-head elimination rounds until a champion is crowned
ONE MALE champion shall receive $250 USD
ONE FEMALE champion shall receive $250 USD

Spots are limited and will fill quickly.

Registration Details

$50 Entry Fee (Non-Refundable)
Registration Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026
Registration will close early if maximum capacity (8 per gender) is reached before the deadline.

All competitors must complete registration and payment to secure their bracket position.

Judging Criteria (100 Points Total)

Competitors will be scored across three categories:

1. Performance & Expression – 30 Points

Stage presence, confidence, crowd engagement, and overall showmanship.

2. Musicality & Movement – 30 Points

Timing, rhythm interpretation, transitions, and connection to the music.

3. Technique & Difficulty – 40 Points

Skill level, control, complexity of movement, and execution quality.

Judges’ decisions are final.

Style Guidelines

This is a FREESTYLE SKATE BATTLE.
All skate styles and creative combinations are permitted. Competitors are encouraged to showcase their individuality and bring their strongest performance strategy.

Additional Information

Full battle rules, music submission guidelines, and round time limits will be provided upon registration.
Competitors must check in prior to the start of the competition.

MANE IN THE MIDDLE Freestyle Skate Battle