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Member Alert: Disciplinary Records Update
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Sept. 28, 2021
Please be advised that the following USA Water Ski & Wake Sports members have been placed on temporary suspension, effective Sept. 21, 2021, and Sept. 27, 2021, respectively, by the U.S. Center for SafeSport.
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Foundation Announces 2022 Award Of Distinction Recipients
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Sept. 21, 2021
The USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Foundation’s Hall of Fame Selection Committee is pleased to announce the 2022 recipients of the USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Foundation’s Award of Distinction as well as the Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
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Year-Long Celebration Planned For Water Skiing's Centennial
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Sept. 01, 2021
The year 2022 commemorates the 100th anniversary for the sport of water skiing. To celebrate, USA Water Ski & Wake Sports has created a 100th anniversary logo and plans to promote the centennial through a year-long celebration via local, national and world events in 2022.
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2021 Virtual Challenge, Presented by Indmar & Connelly
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Aug. 17, 2021
With summer in full swing and everyone back on the water, the USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Virtual Challenge, presented by Indmar Marine Engines and Connelly Skis, has returned. The challenge begins on Aug. 18 and closes on Sept. 30.
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Watch: Safe Sport Training Questions & Answers
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports June 18, 2021
Earlier this year, the USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Board of Directors voted unanimously to require Safe Sport training for all adult active members 18 years and older beginning in 2022.
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Safe Sport: Get To Know The Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports June 09, 2021
At USA Water Ski & Wake Sports, we continue to focus on programs to keep our athletes safe. As a part of our continued commitment to safeguarding our athletes, USA Water Ski & Wake Sports has enacted enhancements to our Safe Sport policy and education requirements. These policies, referred to as the Minor Athlete Abuse Protection Policies and Guidelines (MAAPP), are developed from baseline policies created by the U.S. Center for SafeSport (the “Center”).
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Get On The Water Week Set For July 2-11
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports May 04, 2021
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports, along with ski clubs across the country, will host free learn to ski events. USA Water Ski & Wake Sports recognizes that financial limitations often hinder participation in towed water sports. Get on the Water Week, coinciding with the anniversary of Ralph Samuelson being the first to successfully water ski on July 2, 1922, was designed to provide a fun, non-intimidating environment in which participants can learn to water ski for free. Get on the Water Week as a coast-to-coast initiative, waiving all sanctioning fees and guest membership fees for USA water Ski & Wake Sports affiliated clubs that host basic skills learn to ski events from July 2–11, 2021, giving clubs the ability to better reach those who might not otherwise be able to participate.
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IWWF License Mandate Now In Effect
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports April 22, 2021
Based on a decision made at the 2019 IWWF Congress in Malaysia, all athletes wishing to register for Ranking List (RL)/Record Capability (RC) competitions must hold an IWWF License in the future. The introduction of the IWWF License will begin with the Barefooting, Cable Skiing, Wakeboarding Boat, Wakeboarding Cable and Water Skiing disciplines as of 2021. The disciplines of Disabled, Water Ski Racing, Show Skiing and Wakesurfing will follow in 2022.
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Safety Tips As You Prepare To Start Your Season
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports April 20, 2021
Although the water ski season for many people is still several weeks away, now is an excellent time to review your personal safety program. USA Water Ski & Wake Sports and its members have an excellent safety record, but accidents still happen. Each of us can continue to make efforts to ensure the safety of our families, others and ourselves on the water.
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Engine Cut-Off Switch Link Now Required For All Boats That Have Them Installed
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports April 15, 2021
On April 1, 2021, the U.S. Coast Guard implemented a new law requiring boaters who operate recreational vessels 26-feet long and under with an installed Engine Cut-Off Switch (ECOS) to use the ECOS link. Additionally, all boats built after January 2020 are required to install an engine cut-off switch.