The Brief

North Texas pro rollerblader Fritz Peitzner is hosting the U.S. Roller Freestyle Championships in his hometown this weekend.

The competition, featuring top national skaters, takes place on Saturday, November 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Frisco Skate Park.

The event is free for spectators, with the main competition starting around 4 p.m.

FRISCO, Texas - A North Texas rollerblader who’s traveled the world as a professional skater, is now bringing the top skaters in the country to his home.

Here is how you can check out the U.S. championships, this weekend.

Local perspective:

Rollerblading was never the most popular sport, but once Fritz Peitzner put on a pair of skates, he was hooked.

Fritz Peitzner

"I first started skating when I was 13," said Peitzner. "I’m 39 now,

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