A Pioneer in Wakeboarding  Brenda Harris's journey in water sports began in 1982 when she and her husband Neil Harris opened Water Skiers Warehouse in Australia. Her involvement in wakeboarding started in the mid-1980s when the sport was in its infancy. Harris played a crucial role in the evolution of wakeboarding from its early days as "skurfing" to the internationally recognized sport it is today. Youth Development: As the appointed youth development officer, Harris organized training camps and brought international coaches to nurture future champions. Her efforts led to the development of world-class athletes like Harley Clifford, Scott Broome, and Daniel Watkins.

Harris's administrative skills were instrumental in establishing wakeboarding as a recognized discipline within the Australian Water Ski Federation and later the International  Waterski & Wakeboard Federation (IWWF).  From 1996 to 2013, Harris served in various capacities at numerous national and international wakeboarding events. Her roles included event coordinator, chief calculator, and administrator for prestigious competitions such as the Moomba Masters, Asian X Games, and  IWWF World Wakeboard Championships.  As a member of the World Wakeboard Council from 2002 to  2013, Harris contributed to the sport's global growth. She developed policies, updated rules, and created training syllabi for judges,  calculators, and drivers across 83 federations.   A Legacy of Excellence  Brenda Harris's dedication to wakeboarding has left an indelible mark on the sport. Her efforts in youth development, event management, and international governance have helped shape wakeboarding into today's dynamic and popular sport.  The IWWF recognizes Brenda Harris's outstanding contributions with this well-deserved induction into the International Hall of Fame. Her vision,  hard work, and commitment have truly helped to "predict the future by creating it."