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Adaptive Athletes Of The Year Selected
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Jan. 19, 2021
USA Adaptive Water Ski & Wake Sports has announced that Elisha Nelson (Woodland, Calif.) and Gregg Stokes (Rocky Mount, N.C.) have been selected the organization’s Female Athlete of the Year and Male Athlete of the Year, respectively, for 2020.
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U.S. Junior Barefoot Team Wins World Video Tournament
Betsy Gilman Jan. 15, 2021
The 2020 U.S. Junior Barefoot Team is on top of the world!
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Deadline For Foundation Scholarships Is March 15
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Jan. 15, 2021
The USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Foundation gives out more than $25,000 every year in college scholarships to young water sports athletes and the time to apply is now!
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Five Partnership Renewal Agreements Announced
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Jan. 13, 2021
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports is pleased to announce five – D3 Skis, HO Sports, Nautique Boat Company, Johnson Propeller (OJ Props) and Bart’s Water Sports ¬– partnership renewal agreements for 2021. USA Water Ski & Wake Sports encourages its members and fans to support these sponsors as a way of thanking them for supporting USA Water Ski & Wake Sports’ mission to advance, support and service all towed water sports through widespread recreational participation, education, promotion and sustained worldwide competitive excellence.
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Renewing Your SafeSport Training Is Easier And Quicker Than Ever
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Jan. 11, 2021
Did you know that more than 5,000 USA Water Ski & Wake Sports members have already completed SafeSport training? Providing a safe environment to protect the health and well-being of athletes is a top priority for USA Water Ski & Wake Sports, and this year we are encouraging all our members to complete the SafeSport Training.
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USA-WSWS Seeks Independent Director To Serve on Board
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Jan. 07, 2021
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports is seeking an eligible candidate to serve as an Independent Director on the USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Board of Directors.
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AWSA Recommends Use Of Sure-Path Boat Path Monitoring System
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Jan. 04, 2021
The American Water Ski Association’s Technical Controllers and Drivers committees are recommending the use of Sure-Path (automation boat tracker) in all 2021 Class L/R tournaments (this will be required in 2022 by the International Waterski & Wakeboard Federation).
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IWWF Seeks Nominations for Hall of Fame
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Jan. 04, 2021
The International Waterski & Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) is now calling for nominations for the International Hall of Fame for water ski, wakeboard, water ski racing and disabled water skiing. All nominations must be endorsed by the respective federation.
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A Letter To Our NSSA Show Ski Family
Doug Ribley NSSA President Dec. 21, 2020
As we find ourselves in the midst of the 2020 Holiday Season, I wanted to take a moment to share some thoughts regarding our wonderful sport…past, present and future. One of the things that is so prevalent throughout our membership is the respect and passion for our sport’s rich history. Water ski shows have impressed, inspired and entertained a countless number of spectators and communities since its inception. When Ralph Samuelson skimmed across the water for the first time in 1922, few could have imagined that this accomplishment would capture the attention of people around the globe and would evolve into one of the most exciting, family-oriented sports.
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Nelson Enjoys Record-Setting Year
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Photography by FlowPoint LLC Dec. 17, 2020
U.S. adaptive water ski athlete Elisha Nelson of Woodland, Calif., had a record summer of skiing this year, three to be exact. Although she was born with a congenital arm amputation, Nelson set her three records at able bodied tournaments (Women 3 division) in 2020. Nelson skis in the A2 category, classified as those having a hand or arm disability preventing them from holding the handle normally. In contrast to the A1 category, the disabled upper limb may come in contact, directly or indirectly, with the tow handle or tow line while the skier is in the course. Athletes skiing in this category use the same equipment as able bodied skiers and have the option of using a prosthesis.
