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Alumni Spotlight: Christy Kingsmill

Christy bleeds pink as the fearless leader of Team Midwest; if you don’t believe me, ask Christy to show you some 2007 NCWSA Nationals pictures. This week I had the pleasure of catching up with her for another great Alumni Spotlight! Name: Christy Kingsmill Applicable nicknames: Mom Collegiate Ski team: University of Iowa Favorite Event: Jump Describe your ski […]

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Meet Your Latest Honorary National Director: Gordon Hall

At the national board meeting this past weekend, Gordon Hall was granted the title of Honorary National Director for life through unanimous vote.  Let’s explore his amazing qualifications as we welcome him back to the collegiate fold as an HND. Gordon Hall Where did Gordon ski? Gordon skied for the University of Texas and started […]

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Alumni Spotlight: Katie O’Connor

Katie O’Connor is an alum of the University of Kansas Waterski Team and calls it the best aspect of her college career! Favorite Event: Trick skiing got me started, but I love all three! Describe your ski team experience:  The KU Waterski team was the best aspect of my collegiate career. The team provided support […]

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Where Are All the Ski Boats?

In the dead of winter, when most of the water is frozen in the Midwest, what is a skier to do? Featured above is a shot of what my lake tends to look like in the winter; what a drag. Last weekend, to get my fill of water-related activities, I headed to the Chicago Boat, […]

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Alumni Spotlight: Gina Phillipi

Gina Phillipi skied for UCLA, graduated in 2016, and is a former NCWSA Female Leader of the Year award winner.  Having never skied prior to college, Gina eventually went on to hold several leadership positions on her team, which showcases what a great experience collegiate skiing can be! Favorite Event: Trick Describe your ski team […]

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