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		<title>2026 Live Like Maria Classic &#038; US Freestyle Team Trials</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kelsey Bracewell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:45:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Live Like Maria Freestyle Classic &#38; NOC-hosted US Team Trials will take place October 2–4 at the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC), hosted in…]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <strong>Live Like Maria Freestyle Classic &amp; NOC-hosted US Team Trials</strong> will take place <strong>October 2–4</strong> at the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC), hosted in partnership with the ACA USA Freestyle Organization. NOC offers a world-class competition feature and convenient on-site lodging and dining within walking distance of the wave. We look forward to seeing you on the water!</p>
<p><strong>Registration</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Entry Fee:</strong> $40 (covers all eligible classes)</li>
<li><strong>Registration Deadline:</strong> September 30</li>
<li><strong>Proceeds:</strong> Support the event and the USA Freestyle Team</li>
</ul>
<p>One entry fee per class (e.g., K1 and C1). Competitors must enter only within their age group (e.g., Juniors may not compete in Senior classes).</p>
<p><strong>Registration Requirements:</strong> Active ACA Competition Membership and Competition License for those 18 and older.</p>
<p><strong>Classes</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Men&#8217;s &amp; Women&#8217;s K1: Senior, U23 (18–23), Junior</li>
<li>Men&#8217;s &amp; Women&#8217;s C1: Senior, Junior</li>
<li>Men&#8217;s &amp; Women&#8217;s OC1</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Schedule</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Friday, Oct 2:</strong> Practice Day (10:00 AM–3:00 PM release; ~2 hrs to reach feature)</li>
<li><strong>Saturday, Oct 3:</strong> Competition (starts ~11:30 AM; some finals may occur)
<ul>
<li>Water release: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Sunday, Oct 4:</strong> Finals Day
<ul>
<li>Water release: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Official heats and start times will be posted on-site during practice.</em></p>
<p><em>Water release and arrival times are subject to change</em></p>
<p><strong>Lodging</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Nantahala Outdoor Center:</strong> 828-785-5082 (mention &#8220;Team USA&#8221; for special rates)</li>
<li><strong>Nantahala RV Resort &amp; Campground:</strong> 828-736-1812 (Code: USAFreestyle)</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Location</strong></p>
<p><strong>Nantahala Outdoor Center</strong><br />
13077 Hwy 19W, Bryson City, NC 28713</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Classes available:</p>
<p>·         Men K1 Senior</p>
<p>·         Women K1 Senior</p>
<p>·         Men K1 U23 (18-23)</p>
<p>·         Women K1 U23 (18-23)</p>
<p>·         Men K1 Junior</p>
<p>·         Women K1 Junior</p>
<p>·         Men C1 Senior</p>
<p>·         Women C1 Senior</p>
<p>·         Men C1 Junior</p>
<p>·         Women C1 Junior</p>
<p>·         Men OC1</p>
<p>·         Women OC1</p>
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