Jack Burden

Writer | Jack Burden

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

The moments that defined the 2023 water ski season – and the stories behind them. Year in Review: We Countdown the Most Memorable Moments of 2023 December 31, 2023 The moments that defined the 2023 water ski season – and the stories behind them.
2023 Water Ski Season: Records Shattered and Dominance Prevails Year in Review: RTB’s Top Five Stats of 2023 December 27, 2023 Here's a glimpse into the remarkable achievements that defined the 2023 water ski season.
Vulcan and Vesta miss being out at Oak Mountain State Park with the Waterski and Wakeboard athletes! Water Skiing Excluded from the 2025 World Games, Wakesurfing to Debut Instead December 18, 2023 Water skiing has featured in every edition of the World Games since its inception in 1981.
Louis Duplan Fribourg World Water Ski Champion Injury Update: Duplan-Fribourg Recovering from Shoulder Surgery December 15, 2023 The reigning world overall champion expressed optimism about his recovery and his anticipation to return for the upcoming 2024 season.
Colombian water skier Mateo Botero dies in motorcycle accident Colombian Water Skier Mateo Botero Dies in Motorcycle Accident December 11, 2023 A standout three-event skier, Botero excelled in the jump event, recently securing bronze at the 2022 Latin American Championships.
Botaski - Sesena Waterski Complex IWWF Relocates 2024 Over 35 World Championships from Greece to Spain December 5, 2023 The decision comes as a result of the host Federation's inability to prepare its venue for the anticipated large participation numbers.
Jacinta Carroll Welcomes her First Child World Record Holder Jacinta Carroll Welcomes Her First Child December 4, 2023 Amelia Ray Weeks was born on December 2nd, the pregnancy kept Jacinta from defending her title at this year's World Championships.
Slalom skiing at the 2023 World Championships Thrills, Spills, and Triumphs: Highlights from the 2023 World Championships October 17, 2023 The competition kept spectators on the edge of their seats from start to finish, with each day bringing its own unique set of challenges and triumphs.
Joel Poland joins Team MasterCraft Joel Poland: Rising Star Secures Sponsorship with MasterCraft October 8, 2023 Given his incredible talent and growing influence, it seemed like a logical partnership was missing until now.
Dorien Llewellyn jumping at the 2021 IWWF World Championships Records Beware! We Preview the 2023 IWWF World Championships October 6, 2023 The world's top waterskiing athletes are gearing up for an epic battle at the picturesque Sunset Lakes in Lake County, Florida.
Patricio Font of Mexico won his 4th U.S. Masters trick title earlier this year 2023’s Unofficial Professional Water Ski Rankings September 29, 2023 Despite the overwhelming inclusion of professional events in the Waterski Pro Tour, we explore how the leaderboard might have appeared had all events been encompassed.
10 tightest teams competitions at world water ski championships World Championships: We Countdown the 10 Closest Team Battles in the History of the Tournament September 24, 2023 Originally, these clashes were dominated by the United States, but in recent years, the field has become far more diverse.