Joe Ray, a native of Wilsonville, Alabama, USA, has left an indelible mark on the sport of disabled water skiing.  World Championships: As a nine-time member of the U.S. Disabled Water  Ski Team, Ray secured 13 gold, six silver, and five bronze medals. Overall Champion: Ray claimed the world MP2 overall champion title three times. Team Success: He was a key member of five gold-medal-winning U.S.  Disabled Water Ski Teams. Record Breaker: Ray set six MP2 world slalom records and became the first MP2 water skier to run the outer course.   National Achievements  Ray's dominance extended to the national level:  U.S. Championships: He amassed an impressive 34 gold, seven silver, and four bronze medals at the U.S. Disabled Water Ski National Championships. Overall Champion: Ray was crowned the national MP2 overall champion 10 times.   Leadership and Advocacy  Beyond his competitive achievements, Ray has been a tireless advocate for adaptive water skiing:  - Executive Leadership: He served as the Executive Director of Adaptive  Aquatics for over two decades, an organization dedicated to providing water skiing opportunities to physically disabled individuals. - Governance Roles: Ray has held positions on the USA Water Ski Board of  Directors, the Water Skiers with Disabilities Association Board of  Directors, and the USA Water Ski Athletes' Advisory Council.   Awards and Recognition  Ray's contributions to the sport have been widely recognized.  • Athlete of the Year: He was a six-time recipient of the Water Skiers with Disabilities Association's Male Athlete of the Year award. Phil Martin Award: In 2016, Ray received this prestigious award for his outstanding contributions and dedication to advancing adaptive water skiing.  Joe Ray's induction into the IWWF International Hall of Fame is a testament to his extraordinary skill, dedication, and impact on the sport of disabled water skiing. His legacy as a competitor, leader, and advocate will continue to inspire future generations of adaptive water skiers worldwide.