'Thrasher' Throws a Surprise Party for Skater of the Year Anthony Van Engelen

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Anthony Van Engelen was recently named by Thrasher magazine as ‘Skater of the Year,’ and to celebrate this achievement, the editorial team spray painted skater Cody Green in copper body paint to pose as his trophy. The 37-year-old was none to surprised at the team’s antics, but celebrated nonetheless not only with the Thrasher crew, but with his mother and grandmother as well. Enjoy the video of the celebrations above, and find a full photo collection from the day online here.

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