🛹 Neen Williams: The Ninja-Style Skateboarder Who Reinvented the Game

Neen Williams is more than just a pro skateboarder—he’s a symbol of transformation, resilience, and style. From the gritty streets of Chicago to the polished floors of fitness studios, Neen’s journey is one of evolution and inspiration. Let’s dive into the life and legacy of this skateboarding icon.

🌆 Early Life & Origins

• Born: December 13, 1985

• Hometown: Chicago, Illinois

• Upbringing: Neen grew up in a tough neighborhood, but it was rich with skate spots that helped shape his early style and grit.

• First Exposure to Skateboarding: Like many skaters, Neen was drawn to the streets. His local environment became his training ground, and he quickly stood out for his fluid style and fearless approach.

🛹 Rise to Fame

• Turned Pro: 2012, with Deathwish Skateboards

• Breakout Moment: His section in Shake Junt’s Chicken Bone Nowison (2011) showcased his signature heelflips and earned him widespread acclaim.

• Style: Known for his “ninja style”—a reference to his smooth, precise execution and explosive pop. His tricks often resemble those of Josh Kalis, especially his 360 flips.

🔥 Signature Tricks

Neen’s skating is defined by finesse and power. Some of his most notable tricks include:

• Heelflips: Widely regarded as one of the best in the game

• Varial Heelflips & Inward Heelflips: Often down massive stair sets

• Nollie Heels: Including one landed after his board fell into a pool—he dried it off and still nailed the trick

• Front Shove-Its & Crooked Grinds: Executed with style and precision

🧢 Sponsors

Neen’s talent and charisma have earned him a strong roster of sponsors:

• Deathwish Skateboards

• Thunder Trucks

• Spitfire Wheels

• Shake Junt

• FP Footwear & FP Insoles

• Urbn Water

• Onnit

• Ten Thousand

• Stance

• Uprise Skateshop

🖼️ Pro Model Decks

Neen has released several pro model decks through Deathwish, including:

🎬 Video Sections

Neen’s video parts are legendary. Some highlights include:

• Chicken Bone Nowison (Shake Junt, 2011)

• The Deathwish Video (2013)

• Transworld’s Outliers (2014)

• Deathwish – Uncrossed (2020)

• FP Footwear – Sunset Tour (2024)

• Baker Has a Deathwish Part 2 (2024)

• Satori – We’ed Rather Be Skateboarding (2021)

Each part showcases his explosive style, technical mastery, and fearless approach to massive stair sets and rails.

💪 Reinvention & Current Life

After tearing his ACL at 28, Neen made a radical lifestyle shift:

• Sobriety: He quit drinking and embraced a health-focused lifestyle

• Fitness: Now a certified fitness coach, Neen trains six days a week, incorporating strength training, mobility work, and sumo deadlifts

• Entrepreneurship: Co-founder of Not a Damn Chance Burgers, a smashburger joint in Fort Worth, Texas

• Content Creator: His YouTube and Instagram channels feature workouts, recipes, skatepark reviews, and motivational content

• Family Life: Married to Jess Vargas, Neen balances skating, business, and fatherhood with grace

✨ Why People Love Neen

• Authenticity: He’s raw, real, and relatable

• Style: His skating is both technical and beautiful

• Resilience: From injury to reinvention, Neen proves you can evolve and thrive

• Inspiration: He’s a role model for skaters, athletes, and anyone chasing growth

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