Sean Pettit facts for kids
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| Personal information | |
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| Full name | Sean Martin Pettit |
| Born | July 27, 1992 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Weight | 145 pounds (66 kg) |
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| Country |  Canada |
| Sport | Freeskiing, Big Mountain |
Sean Martin Pettit was born on July 27, 1992, in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. He is a super talented Canadian freeskier. Sean grew up in Chelsea, Quebec, until he was seven years old. Today, he lives in Pemberton, British Columbia, which is a great place for skiing.
Sean is famous for his amazing skills in "big mountain" skiing. This means he skis down huge, natural mountain slopes. He often performs incredible jumps and tricks while skiing.
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Sean Pettit's Skiing Journey
Sean Pettit started making a name for himself in the skiing world when he was very young. He became the youngest athlete ever to be sponsored by Red Bull. This happened when he was just 13 years old, which is a huge achievement!
Appearing in Ski Movies
Sean has been featured in many popular ski movies. These films show off his incredible talent and daring moves on the snow. He even appeared on the "Today" TV show in 2008 with another famous skier, Shane McConkey.
Who Supports Sean?
Sean Pettit is supported by several well-known companies. These sponsors help him pursue his skiing career.
- K2
- Oakley
- Dakine
- Airhole
Sean's Film Appearances
Sean Pettit has filmed many important parts for ski movie companies like Matchstick Productions. These movies let everyone see his amazing skiing.
Movies by Matchstick Productions
- Superheroes of Stoke - 2012
- Attack of La Niña - 2011
- The Way I See It - 2010
- In Deep - 2009
- Claim - 2008
Other Ski Movies
Sean has also appeared in these other exciting ski films:
- The Masquerade - 2015
- Tracing Skylines - 2013
- WE: A Collection of Individuals - 2012
- The Ordinary Skier - 2011
- The Massive - 2009
- K2 Skeeze 2009 - 2009
- Show & Prove - 2008
- Believe - 2007
- Pop Yer Bottlez - 2005
Competition Wins
Sean Pettit has competed in many big skiing events and won several awards. Here are some of his top results:
- 2nd place - 2013 Winter X Games - Real Ski Backcountry
- 10th place - 2012 Red Bull - Cold Rush, Silverton, Colorado
- 1st place - 2011 Red Bull - Cold Rush, Silverton, Colorado
- 1st place - 2011 Red Bull - Line Catcher, Vars-La Foret, France
- 1st place - 2010 Red Bull - Cold Rush, Nelson, BC
- 2nd place - 2010 Red Bull - Line Catcher, Vars-La Foret, France
- 2nd place - 2008 Red Bull - Cold Rush, Rossland, BC
Awards for His Skiing
Sean has also received many awards for his incredible performances in ski films and competitions.
- 2015 IF3 Awards - "Best Male Freeride Segment"
- 2014 Powder Video Awards - "Best Man Made Air"
- 2013 Powder Video Awards - "Best Natural Air"
- 2012 Powder Video Awards - "Best Male Performance"
- 2011 IF3 Europe Awards - "Best Male Performance"
- 2011 Powder Video Awards - "Best Powder"
- 2010 Powder Video Awards - "Best Male Performance"
- 2010 Powder Video Awards - "Full Throttle"
- 2009 Powder Video Awards - "Breakthrough Performer"
