Jack Burden

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A collection of article’s by RTB’s editor-in-chief.

Professional water skier Corey Vaughn Corey Vaughn: “My Plan is to Retire After Two More Seasons” February 10, 2024 Despite experiencing what he considers his best season yet in 2023, Vaughn remains committed to his three-year plan.
2024 Tournament Water Ski Season Five Burning Questions for the 2024 Water Ski Season February 4, 2024 From records under threat to a potential changing of the guard, here are some of the key storylines to watch.
Ryan Dodd leaves the dock at the 2023 Moomba Masters Strong Field Confirmed for the 63rd Moomba Masters as Carroll Eyes Comeback February 1, 2024 The 2024 roster boasts a remarkable lineup, including all six individual event world record holders.
IWWF to Host First World Wakesurf Championship IWWF to Host First World Wakesurf Championships: A Shift in Priorities? January 31, 2024 This decision to prioritize wakesurfing raises questions about the federation's vision for the future.
Navigating Life’s Turns with World-Class Water Skier Thomas Degasperi Thomas Degasperi Defies Age, No Plans of Hanging up His Ski January 28, 2024 Despite the inevitable challenges of aging, the Italian athlete remains competitive, successful, and, most importantly, driven.
Jason Peckham's innovative T-Shaped "Peckham Handle' designed to eliminate arm-through-handle waterski accidents New T-Shaped Handle To Be Trialed in Tournaments, Aims to Prevent Handle Injuries January 27, 2024 The "Peckham Handle" has been given the green light by the IWWF for a 24-month trial period in tournaments.
2024 Water Ski Major Event Calendar 2024 Water Ski Season Calendar: Everything You Need to Know January 21, 2024 Expect a very busy season spanning four continents, with hundreds of thousands in prize money up for grabs.
Remembering Dean Chappell (1951-2024) Remembering Midwest Water Ski Legend Dean Chappell (1951-2024) January 15, 2024 A stalwart volunteer, coach, and cherished figure within the Illinois water skiing circles, Chappell's impact on the sport will be enduringly remembered.
Martin Labra won gold at the 2023 Under 17 World Championships Biggest Ranking Movers in 2023: Davis, Labra Jump Into Year-End Top 25 January 14, 2024 Highlighting the most substantial movers on this list gives us insights into rising stars and in form skiers to watch in the upcoming season.
Lucille Borgen competed at Water Ski Nationals until age 94 Guinness World Record for Oldest Water Skier Overlooks a Legend in the Sport January 12, 2024 Lucille Borgen not only water-skied into her mid-90s but also competed at the U.S. National Championships at the remarkable age of 94.
Valentina Gonzalez makes her return to the water after sustaining an ankle injury late last year Injury Update: Valentina Gonzalez Returns to Water, On Track for 2024 Comeback January 11, 2024 Gonzalez shared her heightened enthusiasm, stating that she was "more hungry than ever to get back to doing what I like most."
Joel Poland flipping on his Radar Graviton IWWF Approves Four New Flips, But Their Tournament Presence Looks Unlikely January 6, 2024 Joel Poland, the architect behind two of these flips, revealed his reservations about the process for assigning point values to new tricks.