Skateboarding Spurs Alarm Across Teens Nation
Skateboarding, an emerging sport, has left a trail of injuries from Southern California to the East Coast. The fad attracts youths and adults with boards ranging from simple to motorized models, selling from 2.98 to 29.95 dollars. Medical groups warn of fractures and head injuries due to hard pavement and high speeds, while organizers plan national championships at San Palmas.