AWARD OF DISTINCTION
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The Award of Distinction shines a spotlight on individuals who have made a lasting mark on water skiing and wake sports.
Each honoree has their own unique story, but what they share is dedication, impact, and a true love for the water. This page celebrates their achievements and honors the role they’ve played in shaping our community.
Karen Truelove
2026
Lisa Steiner
2026
Mario Fossa
2026
Paul Chapin
2026
Scott Pellaton
2026
Bob Archer
2025
Geno Yauchler
2025
Jeff Surdej
2025
Mike "Mack" Makridichian
2025
Mike Mckelheer
2025
Alex Lauretano
2024
Dennis Longo
2024
Dusty Schulz
2024
Jason Lee
2024
Joe Knapp
2024
Betty Bonifay
2023
Chuck Alleger
2023
Matt May
2023
Roger Dilling
2023
Russell Gay
2023
Gary Heinbuch
2022
Paul Gallizzi
2022
Roger Ray
2022
Ruth Johnston
2022
Will Bush
2022
April Coble Eller
2020
Don Mixon, Jr.
2020
Eddie Roberts
2020
Gene Davis
2020
Nikki Lee
2020
John Cornish
2019
Lane Bowers
2019
Mark Bozicevic
2019
Mark Ritchhart
2019
Tony Klarich
2019
Brandi Hunt Martin
2018
Ham Wallace
2018
Jon Kretchman
2018
Tom King
2018
Tom Weber
2018
Gary Thompson
2017
Joy Kelley
2017
Nick Barron
2017
Ralph Armstrong
2017
Rob Bemman
2017
Hank Longo
2016
Les Todd
2016
Leza Harrison
2016
Mark Voisard
2016
Paul Boel
2016
Chet Raley
2015
Frank Harrison
2015
Gary Warren
2015
Hal Hamilton
2015
Michael Morgan
2015
Charlotte Melchers
2014
Danny Churchill
2014
Dave Goode
2014
Mike Botti
2014
Sherm Schraft
2014
Bob Alkema
2013
Gordon Rathbun
2013
Jack Wilson
2013
Mary Gail Holcombe
2013
Tony Baggiano
2013
Bob Maher
2012
Don Thomson
2012
Lance Renfrow
2012
Larry Meddock
2012
Mike Tolzmann
2012
Denny Kidder
2011
Jack Travers
2011
Mark Jackson
2011
Pat Connelly
2011
Ted Bevelacqua
2011
Chuck Rowe
2010
Dave Clark
2010
Jack Lukes
2010
Jack Wylie
2010
Jay Bennett
2010
Carlos Maciel
2009
Chuck Dees
2009
Jaap Suyderhoud
2009
Johnnie Matranga
2009
Mike Murphy
2009
Arden "Art" Cozier
2008
Harry Cordellos
2008
Jim Salmas
2008
John Gillette
2008
Mary Pelto
2008
C.W. "Bill" Wenner
2007
Harold Hill
2007
Jeff Clark
2007
Peter Fleck
2007
Stillman Bell
2007
Dave Benzel
2006
John Roach
2006
Mark Crone
2006
Norine Bardill-Labitzke
2006
Russ Stifler
2006
Al "Butch" Rosenberg
2005
Ann O'Brine
2005
Bob Hicks
2005
Lucille Borgen
2005
Robert Sligh
2005
Dick Binette
2004
Gary Krupa
2004
Ken White
2004
Leah Marie Rawls-Atkins
2004
Bill Bowness
2003
Christy Lynn Weir
2003
Jimmy Jackson
2003
LaRue "Joker" Osborn
2003
Parker Overton
2003
Al Frosini
2002
Dave Saucier
2002
Jim Rusing
2002
Kim Laskoff
2002
Tom Murphy
2002
Herb O'Brien
2001
Janelle Kirtley
2001
Lynn Novakofski
2001
Scott Clack
2001
Wilma Nock
2001
Buster MacCalla
2000
Dicksie Ann Hoyt
2000
George Shetter
2000
Mickey Amsbry
2000
Trudi Speak
2000
Allen Bubolz
1999
Earl Robertson
1999
Vicki Van Hook
1999
Walter Prince
1999
Artis Price
1998
Cyndi Benzel
1998
Dave Watson
1998
Dick Nock
1998
Glenn Sperry
1998
Barbara Cleveland
1997
Jack Horton
1997
Jim McCormick
1997
Lou Abel
1997
Roger Teeter
1997
Billy Spencer
1996
Dale St. John
1996
Frankie Dees
1996
Marvin Rothenberg
1996
Thelma Salmas
1996
A.G. Hancock
1995
Dave Lake
1995
James G. Sylvester
1995
Jeannette Brown
1995
Leo Bentz
1995
Bill Rutland
1994
Bo Callaway
1994
Christy Freeman
1994
Rob Shirley
1994
The Meloon Family
1994
Fred Waller
1993
J.D. Morgan
1993
Jerry Edwards
1993
Lex Carroll
1993
Wally Burr
1993
Elmer Stailing
1992
Harry Price
1992
Jim Lauzon
1992
Mary Jo Power
1992
Skip Gilkerson
1992
Al Tyll
1991
Glenn Kirkpatrick
1991
Nancie "Rideout" Robertson
1991
Tom Hardman
1991
Tommy Bartlett
1991
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