Coach Val

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Local Skateparks: Elysian Marsh Skate Park, Glendale Chevy Chase Skate Park, Burbank Valley Skate Park

Stance: Regular

Style: Street

Favorite Flip Trick: Nollie Heelflip

Favorite Grind: Fakie 5-0

Why I Love Skateboarding: It has taught me balance, how to get up when I fall down, and brought me the best community of people.