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The 10 Greatest Women’s Trick Skiers of All Time, Ranked
Ranking the best female trickers of all time.
By RTB
Top 10 Rankings
November 5, 2023
Within the dynamic realm of trick skiing, a select group of female athletes have etched their names into the annals of the sport’s history. With a blend of unmatched performances on grand stages, record-shattering feats, and an unwavering commitment to their craft, these remarkable skiers have woven an unforgettable narrative. This article embarks on a journey through the rankings of trick skiing’s finest, illuminating their accomplishments and pro ..read more
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Erika Lang Keeps Setting Water Ski World Records, One Trick at a Time
Erika Lang competes during the preliminary round at the 2023 IWWF World Waterski Championships on Oct. 13, 2023 in Lake County, Fla. (image: Johnny Hayward)
By Bob Reinert
Team USA
October 22, 2023
Put Erika Lang behind a powerful motorboat, and she can do things no other woman ever has.
That was the case again in May, when Lang nailed another water ski tricks run in Groveland, Florida, to establish a new world record.
Riding under puffy white clouds and a pale blue sky, the Phoenix native performed a dizzying series of ..read more
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Quiz: Every Collegiate Division II National Teams Champion
Texas-Sized Spirit at the Syndicate Skis 2021 NCWSA Championships. (image: NCWSA)
By RTB
October 23, 2023
4 minute play
In this quiz, you have to name every teams champion at the Division II Collegiate National Championships.
14 teams have taken out the team title over the 20+ year history of Division II at the NCWSA National Championships. No team has won this event more than three times, and only two teams have won both Division I and Division II titles. We have mentioned the year of their most recent title and the total number ..read more
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Erika Lang Keeps Setting Water Ski World Records, One Trick at a Time
Erika Lang competes during the preliminary round at the 2023 IWWF World Waterski Championships on Oct. 13, 2023 in Lake County, Fla. (image: Johnny Hayward)
By Bob Reinert
USA Water Ski & Wake Sports
October 22, 2023
Put Erika Lang behind a powerful motorboat, and she can do things no other woman ever has.
That was the case again in May, when Lang nailed another water ski tricks run in Groveland, Florida, to establish a new world record.
Riding under puffy white clouds and a pale blue sky, the Phoenix native perform ..read more
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The 10 Greatest Men’s Trick Skiers of All Time, Ranked
Ranking the best male trickers of all time.
By RTB
Top 10 Rankings
October 22, 2023
In the world of trick skiing, certain athletes have left an unforgettable mark on the sport’s history. From dominating performances in prestigious tournaments to breaking records and achieving unparalleled feats, these trickers have showcased their exceptional talent and dedication. In this article, we delve into the rankings of the greatest trick skiers of all time, celebrating their achievements and contributions to the sport. Each skier’s remarkable ..read more
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Quiz: Most Pan Am Games titles of all time
Image: Vincent Ethier
By RTB
October 20, 2023
3 minute play
In this quiz, you have to name the skiers, male or female, with the most Pan American Games titles of all time.
Water skiing has been included in the Pan American Games every year since 1995 in Mar del Plata, Argentina. Only eight skiers have managed to win more than one gold medal in the event that is held every four years. We have mentioned the years of their first and last gold medals, along with their country, and number of titles.
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Cambridge’s McClintock living her dream on and off the water ahead of Pan Am Games
Whitney McClintock is off to her 5th Pan Am Games.
By Matt Betts
Cambridge Today
October 18, 2023
Life is all about perspective for Cambridge water skier Whitney McClintock as she gets ready to embark on her 5th Pan Am Games.
A fierce competitor out on the water, it was three years ago she found her true purpose when she gave birth to her son Zane.
“I love water skiing,” McClintock said.
“But I always wanted to be a wife and mommy.”
Now, with Zane in tow, she’s ready to board a flight to Santiago ..read more
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Hosts US impress at home IWWF World Waterski Championships
Erika Lang tricking at the IWWF World Championships October 2023 (image: Johnny Hayward)
By Neil Shefferd
Inside the Games
October 15, 2023
Hosts United States impressed with a one-two in the opening women’s event at this year’s International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) World Waterski Championships held at Florida.
More than 200 waterskiers from 35 countries took part across six days of action at the Jack Travers Water Ski School at Sunset Lakes.
The first medals were handed out in the tricks disciplines, with the hos ..read more
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Quiz: Every Collegiate National Teams Champion
The shores of Bennett’s Water Ski and Wakeboard School lined with collegiate skiers. (image: Emerald McIntyre)
By RTB
October 19, 2023
2 minute play
In this quiz, you have to name every teams champion at the Collegiate National Championships.
Six teams have taken out the division I team title over the 40+ year history of the NCWSA National Championships. Two schools have dominated this event, winning close to 90% of titles since the first nationals in 1979. We have mentioned the year of their most recent title and the total number of titles w ..read more
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Thrills, spills, and triumphs: highlights from the 2023 World Championships
Cole McCormick slaloms at sunset during the 2023 IWWF World Championships (image: @johnnyhayward_photo)
By Jack Burden
October 17, 2023
The 2023 IWWF World Water Ski Championships proved to be a thrilling showcase of skill and determination, with each day bringing its own set of remarkable moments and challenges. From the impressive kickoff early in the week, to the unexpected turns in the tournament caused by adverse weather conditions, this competition was a rollercoaster of excitement and resilience. The water ..read more