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Manoo and Jean Gurjar Legacy Fund Grows to $2,000 in Annual Awards --Call for 2012 Applications

February 1, 2012

The Manoo and Jean Gurjar Legacy Fund, established in 2011 as a result of a legacy donation to Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada (WSWC) from Dr. Manoo and Jean Gurjar of Vancouver, British Columbia, has doubled the number and amount of grants to be allocated annually.

The goal of the Manoo and Jean Gurjar Legacy Fund is to provide financial support to the skiing and educational pursuits of 1 male and 1 female Canadian water skiereach year who best represent the ideals established in honour of Manoo Gurjar. A Legacy Fund award of $1000 will be given to each recipient.

For full criteria for the Manoo and Jean Gurjar Legacy Fund, click HERE. Apply for a Legacy Fund award here, PDF DOC Deadline for applications is May 1st!

Canadians 1-2 at World University Water Skiing Championships

January 16, 2012

LOS MORROS, Chile-Alex Paradis of Quebec City and Kevin Melnuk of Toronto earned gold and silver respectively this past weekend at the World University Water Skiing Championships.

Paradis won the men's jump final with a leap of 63.1 metres while Melnuk won a three-way battle for silver soaring 60.9 just ahead of third place finisher Felipe Miranda of Chile at 60.6

"I haven't jumped this well in over a year," said Paradis, currently completing his Masters in business administration at the University of Southern Florida in Lakeland. "Going into the final knew I was well prepared and I knew it was going to take a big jump to get the win."

Melnuk just missed reaching the podium for his overall result placing fourth with 2,510.75 points. He was 16 points short of third place. He was also sixth in tricks and ninth in slalom. After suffering a serious knee injury in a jump crash in 2010, Melnuk was pleased to get on the podium.

"It was hard to get the confidence back after the accident," said Melnuk, who is completing his Masters in business administration at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. "I've always been a cautious jumper anyway but this weekend I really had to get out of my comfort zone to contend for a medal."

Paradis was also ninth in tricks and 13th in slalom for sixth overall.

They were the only two Canadians at the competition.

Full results at: http://iwwfed-ea.org/competition.php?cc=T-12IWWFU01

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McClintock siblings among Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada's 2011 award winners

November 21, 2011

OTTAWA-Whitney McClintock and her brother Jason McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., were named the male and female athletes of the year in water skiing while Rusty Malinoski of Humboldt, Sask., and Ashley Leugner of Regina received the same awards in wakeboarding as Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada announced its 2011 award winners.

Whitney McClintock successfully defended her overall slalom world title this past summer.

"Being a world champion is what I always strive for," said McClintock. "What makes this one special is I messed up a couple of events at the worlds but I was still able to come back strong in slalom. I had such a great season leading into the worlds that I had the confidence."

Jason McClintock swept all four gold at the Canadian championships and added a couple of silver at the recent Pan American Games.

"It was a steady season but I'm not 100 percent satisfied," he said. "It's been a gradual climb the last two seasons and this year I worked hard on fitness and strength and that allowed me to not fade by the end of the season."

Malinoski earned six top-five finishes on the pro circuit and was fourth at the world championships. Leugner came back from a concussion to win gold in the amateur and open women's events at the Canadian championships.

"I had another solid and consistent year," said Malinoski. "Still, I expect more from myself and I'm already excited about next season."

"It was a tough season with the injury but it was great to have a strong performance at nationals," said Leugner. "I'm looking forward to having a full season without health issues next year."

Neilly Ross of Belleville, Ont., and Christian Primrose of Barrie, Ont., were named the junior water skier and wakeboarder of the year respectively.

Others honorees were Paul MacDonald of Milton, Ont., named the barefoot water skier of the year, Jennifer Cloutier of Ottawa adaptive athlete of the year, Erika Langman of Orangeville, Ont., volunteer of the year, Jay Poole coach of the year and Michele Grant official of the year.

MacDonald broke a Canadian record this summer en route to four gold medals at the Canadian championships. Cloutier earned a bronze in tricks at the disabled world championships, won two gold at nationals and set a Canadian record in tricks.

Water Ski and Wakeboard Manitoba was named province of the year.

Pan Am Games News

Oct 28, 2011

OTTAWA -- Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada has been informed that Aaron Rathy has been disqualified from the 2011 Pan American Games wakeboard competition after testing positive for the banned stimulant Methylhexaneamine (METH-AL-HEX-A-NEA-MIN). Aaron and Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada have cooperated fully with the investigation and will accept the findings of the Pan American Sport Organization Disciplinary Committee. Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada is fulfilling its responsibility to uphold the World Anti-Doping Agency code as well as the athlete's right to a fair hearing.

Aaron Rathy's Statement

Oct 28, 2011

"I'd like to apologize to the Canadian Olympic Committee and Coaching Staff, I am deeply sorry, and was completely un-aware of the banned substance in the OxyElite Pro I had taken. I purchased the product at a GNC health food store, and to my knowledge was all safe to take. It was a privilege to compete for Team Canada at the Pan-Am Games and it was never my intention to cause any damage or inconvenience."

McClintock family lead Canadian medal parade in water skiing at Pan Am Games

October 23, 2011

AJIJIC, Mexico - Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., won a gold and two silver while her brother, Jason, added two silver medals on the men's side on Sunday as Canadian water skiers completed another brilliant performance at the Pan America Games.

Karen Stevens of Morrisburg, Ont., took two bronze and Canada finished with the most medals in the sport with 10 (a gold, six silver and three bronze).

In women's competition, the 22-year-old Whitney McClintock took gold in the women's tricks event before adding a silver in the slalom event and a silver in the jump final finishing second on both counts to American star Regina Jacquess. Whitney McClintock finished the Games with four medals. She was second overall on Saturday.

'I felt really good in today's competition," said McClintock, 22, the 2009 overall world champion. "It was a lot better than what I did yesterday. I was very positive, and I actually jumped the best that I have in two years.

"Winning the tricks gold today was definitely a highlight. It's always good to bring home gold. Now I'm going to have a bit of a break before I start the season back in Mexico in a couple of months."

Stevens, another in an endless stream of young rising stars in the sport for Canada, was third in the slalom and jump events. She was also third Saturday overall.

"I had to make sure I was on my game today," she said. ??The competition was tough. It's awesome to come home with three medals - I'm very happy with the way it has gone. I also think it's great for our sport to have the opportunity to compete with athletes from other sports at a Games. We've had a great time."

On the men's side, Jason McClintock won silver medals in tricks and slalom. Kole Magnowski of Winnipeg was fourth in jump finishing only 2.4 metres behind gold medallist and multiple world champion Freddy Krueger of the U.S.

"I'm happy with the slalom silver today, but I did leave something on the table," said McClintock. "I went in going for gold. It was a very supportive atmosphere here and the crowds were great. Overall, it was a good experience."

With over 24,000 registered members, Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada is the recognized national sports organization for towed water sports. Canada's record of success on the world stage is nothing short of impressive: 48 world champions, 124 total medals in world championships, and 27 Pan Am Games medals since 1995.

Two medals for Canada in water skiing at Pan Am Games

October 22, 2011

AJIJIC, Mexico-Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., and Karen Stevens of Morrisburg, Ont., all reached the podium on the first day of finals in water skiing and wakeboard on Saturday at the Pan Am Games.

In men's wakeboard, Andrew Adkison of the U.S., won the gold medal with 80.00 points. and Marcelo Giardi of Brazil was third at 65.90.

In the overall water ski competition which had competitors combine their scores for performances in slalom, tricks and jump, Regina Jacquess of the U.S., won the gold medal in women?s competition with 2,955.7 points.

McClintock took the silver at 2,809.6 and Stevens followed in third at 1,862.8.

"It was a little rough," McClintock said. "I just skied a little under in every event of what I should have skiied, and Regina skiied above and beyond everything she could have skied. She had a great day, and I had a really mediocre day. It?s a lot of hard work for one medal."

In men's overall competition, Javier Julio of Argentina took the gold. Kole Magnowski of Winnipeg was eighth.

Water skiing competition ends Sunday with the finals in jump, tricks and slalom and Canada is in contention for more medals.

Canadian water skiers ready for medal charge at Pan Am Games

October 21, 2011

GUADALAJARA-Canadian water skiers are ready for a medal charge this weekend after strong performances in the preliminary rounds which concluded on Friday at the Pan Am Games.

In women's competition, Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., and Karen Stevens of Morrisburg, Ont., qualified for the finals in slalom and jump on Friday.

McClintock was second in slalom to Regina Jacquess of the U.S., while Stevens ranked third to also reach the final. McClintock will compete in all three finals having qualified in tricks with a Games record score on Thursday.

"It was middle of the road," said McClintock about her slalom run. "I'm still finding my energy level here with the altitude. I hope I can adjust over the next couple of days."

In women's jump prelims, Jacquess prevailed again soaring 47.70 metres, followed by McClintock at 46.90. Stevens was fourth at 40.10.

On the men's side, Jason McClintock, Whitney's brother, tied for second in the slalom prelims with 38.50 points. Kole Magnowski of Winnipeg ranked 12th and did not advance.

"It was an alright run," said Jason McClintock, who also qualified for the tricks final on Thursday. "I had a really good start. Technically I don't have too much to complain about. I just got to get around more buoys in the final."

Magnowski rebounded in jump prelims ranking to second to multiple world champion and world record holder Freddy Krueger of the U.S. Magnowski?s best jump measured 62.10 to 67.40 for Krueger.

The finals for the overall event and in wakeboard are scheduled for Saturday.

Canadians lead in events after Pan Am water ski and wakeboard prelims

October 20, 2011

GUADALAJARA-Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., holds the lead in her events after Thursday?s preliminaries in water ski and wakeboard at the 2011 Pan American Games.

In women's tricks in water skiing, McClintock produced a Games record totaling 8,350 points. She finished well ahead of Regina Jacques of the U.S., in second at 7,060 and Maria Linares of Colombia third in 6,420.

McClintock, 23, took gold in the women's slalom last month at the world water skiing championships in Moscow coming back strong after an injury plagued 2010 season. In 2009, she swept all four gold at both the worlds and under-21 worlds.

Karen Stevens of Morrisburg, Ont., whose best events are slalom and jump, fell early and missed the cut for the final ranking eighth. The top-six advanced.

In men's tricks, Jason McClintock of Cambridge, Whitney's brother, squeaked into the final earning the eighth and last qualifying spot. He was a double gold medallist at the Pan Am Championships last year. Javier Julio and Jorge Renosto, both of Argentina stand 1-2.

Competition continues Friday in water skiing with the slalom and jump preliminaries for men and women. All the finals are on the weekend.

Towed Water Sports Benefit Cruise - Highlights

Oct 19, 2011

Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada is excited to announce a long awaited 2012 Towed Water Sports Benefit Cruise. This is a follow-up to the very successful 2008 Cruise which saw 155 people from the towed water sports community enjoy a terrific vacation and fantastic camaraderie, participate in the annual meeting, and which generated $24,000 in fundraising proceeds. The cruise will also stage the organization's 2012 Annual Congress.

Please click HERE for the full cruise itinerary, ship information and pricing. A Booking Form in Excel format can also be found HERE.

Dates: November 4-11, 2012
Origin: Port Canaveral, Florida (closest airport, Orlando),
Itinerary: 7 day Western Caribbean Cruise; destinations in Coco Cay, Bahamas, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands and St Maarten, Netherlands Cabin prices: Thanks to a strong Canadian dollar, cabin prices are less than there were for the 2008 cruise (all prices locked in at CDN currency, plus $85 CDN government fees):

Inside cabin $684/person
Ocean view cabin $784/person
Balcony $1024/person

Cabins are on hold until December 31st, so must be booked in the coming weeks to secure space and this special pricing. Cabins can be booked with a $265 deposit per person, which is 100% refundable if canceled by August 12, 2012.

Debbie Wagner, mother of a national water ski team member, and a franchise owner of Expedia Cruiseshipcenters-Surrey will professionally manage all cruise arrangements.

Word of mouth from the 2008 Cruise and the number of enquiries we have received indicates that the 2012 event will grow exponentially! The event served as a tremendous community builder. Participants had fun, and the setting is magnificent. Due to intense competition to this popular destination, fares to Orlando are very often very inexpensive. In 2008, the Freedom of the Seas was the newest and largest cruise ship in the word. It is a magnificent ship, with endless complimentary attractions and entertainment on board.

WSWC would like to invite aboard the general membership, friends, families and supporters for a most memorable experience!

Pan Am Games Coverage

Sep 30, 2011

The CBC announced on Thursday it is offering a multi-platform broadcasting package for the 16th Pan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Over 300 Canadian amateur athletes will be showcasing their talent and competing against some of the world's best, with CBC's coverage starting with the opening ceremonies on Oct. 14, 2011, at 8 p.m. ET live on CBCsports.ca and ending with the closing ceremony on Oct. 30 (8 p.m. ET, live on CBCSports.ca).

In total, CBC-TV, Radio Canada and CBCsports.ca will combine for over 50 hours of programming, with CBCsports.ca displaying 38 hours of coverage. Gemini Award-winning broadcaster Scott Russell will be hosting both the daily and weekly highlights shows.

"The 2011 Pan American Games offer another opportunity for Canadian amateur athletes to shine on the international stage," Jeffrey Orridge, CBC's executive director of sports properties, said in a release. "We continue our tradition of raising the profile of not just amateur athletics in this country but also sharing the stories of these talented individuals."

One of the most notable Canadian athletes participating is shot putter Dylan Armstrong, who won gold at the 2007 Pan Am Games in Rio. Veteran striker Christine Sinclair will lead the 2007 bronze medal-winning Canadian women's soccer team into action as well.

The multi-sport event — 46 sports involving 42 countries — encompasses nations from all over the American continent (North America and South America) and is held every four years in the year precluding the Olympic Games. The 2012 Summer Olympics are scheduled to be hosted by London, England.

"Pan Am countries are among the top 10 leaders in high-profile summer Olympic sports such as athletics, swimming, boxing, soccer, volleyball and baseball," said Ian Troop, CEO of Toronto's Pan Am Games Organizing Committee in 2015 (TO2015). "Coverage of the 2011 Guadalajara Games will showcase the athletic stars of today as well those up-and-coming performers we hope to see in Toronto in less than four years."

Mexico will be hosting its third Pan Am Games (1955, 1975) and is the first nation to do so.

Toronto will host the Pan Am Games in 2015.

http://www.cbc.ca/sports/story/2011/09/29/spf-panam-coverage.html?cmp=twt-cbcsports

Can Am Challenge Comes to a Close

Sep 18, 2011

The Can Am Challenge took place from September 17th to 18th at the Lake of Dreams in Jerseyville, Illinois. This event features team competition between Canada and the USA, each sending a 6 member U13 and U17 team to the event. Team scores are based on the top three team member's scores for each of the three events.

At the end of the two day event Canada was heavily challenging from the U17 title with 7548.3 points but the USA team walked away with the title with 7693.2 points. The USA also took the U13 title with a score of 8188.1 over Canada’s 7064 points. The Canadian team skied very well all weekend with several personal best being set:

Dominique Allard-Tricks (1760) / Jump (22.9m)
Paige Rini-Slalom (2 @ 13)
Aliya McTavish-Slalom (2 @ 13)
Conley Pinette-Jump (32.2m)
Jed Leech-Slalom (3 @ 13) / Jump (41.4m)
Valerie Grenier-Jump (37.6m)

For complete results please click here.

Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada announces Pan Am Games team

September 9, 2011

OTTAWA-World champion Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., headlines a five member Canadian water ski and wakeboard team for the 2011 Pan American Games scheduled for this October in Guadalajara, Mexico.

"The under-21 worlds were held at the same venue so it's a lake that I know I can do well on," said McClintock, a double gold medallist at the 2007 Pan Am Games in Rio de Janeiro. "It's definitely an exciting Games. It has that Olympic feel plus I'm going there on the heels of a strong season overall."

Karen Stevens of Morrisburg, Ont., will also compete in women's water skiing while on the men's side Ryan Dodd of Olds, Alta., and Jason McClintock, Whitney's brother, compete on the men's side. Jason McClintock was a double gold medallist at the Pan Am water skiing championships last year in Chile.

In wakeboard, the Canadian entry is professional star and former world champion Rusty Malinoski of Humboldt, Sask. Malinoski was third overall this year in the Pro Tour King of Wake standings and fourth at the world championships.

"It's going to be really cool to compete at the Pan Am Games," said Malinoski, who'll be competing at his first Games. "I look forward to meeting athletes in the other sports and exposing our sport to a big audience. It's going to be an exciting competition and the field should be very strong."

The coaches are Steve Bush of North Vancouver and Matt Rini of Toronto.

Canada has won 27 medals in water skiing and wakeboarding at the past four Pan Am Games. The water ski and wakeboard events in Guadalajara are scheduled for October 20-23.

Top 10's at Under 21 World Championships

Sept 9, 2011

Four young athletes represented Canada at the 2011 U21 World Championships that just wrapped up in Meuzac, France on September 1-4. Competing at this prestigious event where Chantal Singer (ON), Amanda Amos (ON), Taryn Grant (MB) and Alex Paradis (QC).

In slalom Chantal Singer skied 4 @ 12m for 10th, while Amanda Amos and Taryn Grant finished in a 4 way tie for 13th, both skiing 2 @ 12m. In women's tricks Amanda Amos finished in 14th with 4050 points, Chantal Singer in 23rd with 2260 points and Taryn Grant in 25th with 1470 points. Women's jump had two Canadians in the final: Amanda Amos jumping 41.5m in the final to get 9th place and Taryn Grant jumping 40.1m to earn 11th. Chantal Singer was 20th with a jump of 29.7m. Overall, the Canadian ladies posted some great overall scores: Amanda Amos 9th (1934.55points), Taryn Grant 17th (1650.34 points) and Chantal Singer 18th (1468.63 points).

Alex Paradis was the lone male competing for Canada. In men's slalom he skied 1.25 @ 11.25m for a 19th place finish. Alex had a great trick run earning him 3770 points and a 19th place finish. Making it to the finals in jump with a 60.9m jump in prelims then jumping 55.6m in finals to clinch 10th, leaving him 10th overall with 2036.73 points

Canada came in 8th overall in the team standings out of 29 countries. Canada's total overall score was 5633.69. For full results please click HERE.

Calling for Nominations -2011 WSWC National Awards -Deadline September 30th!

Sep 8, 2011

A hallmark of every successful organization is recognizing outstanding achievements and celebrating successes. Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada believes in supporting excellence by recognizing exceptional performances in many different facets of the sport. Accordingly, WSWC administers annual recognition awards in the following categories: Coach, Official, Volunteer, Province, as well as the following athlete awards:

Male athlete of the year: 1 in each of water ski and wakeboard
Female athlete of the year: 1 in each of water ski and wakeboard
Top athlete of the year: 1 in each of barefoot and adaptive
Junior athlete of the year: 1 in each of water ski, wakeboard and barefoot

Criteria for these national awards and nominations forms are available on the WSWC web page at: www.waterski-wakeboard.ca

Nominations are welcomed and encouraged!! Nomination is open to the WSWC membership (individuals, clubs, schools, and provincial associations). All individual nominees must be WSWC members in good standing and Canadian citizens. Nominations for each award shall be made by any two WSWC members in good standing, by September 30th.

Nominations must be completed using the specific WSWC Award Nomination Form (exception: Province of the Year.)

Nominations may be emailed to wswc@waterski-wakeboard.ca or faxed to 613-526-4380.

Saskatchewan riders rule at wakeboard nationals

August 28, 2011

KAMLOOPS, B.C. – Dylan Miller of Oxbow, Sask., and Ashleigh Leugner of Regina took the men’s and women's pro titles on Sunday at the Canadian Wakeboard Championships.

In the men's competition, Miller earned his first career title impressing the judges with spectacular and varied routines.

"I went big on everything," said Miller, 24, who started wakeboarding at age 12. "I did a combination of different stuff and tried to execute my runs as clean as possible."

In the women’s pro event, Leugner collected her third national crown and second in a row. It was her first competition in three weeks after suffering a concussion earlier this summer.

"It was great to be back," said Leugner, 26. "I certainly made sure that I wasn't going to have any big crashes this weekend. But I was pleased that I rode hard on the rails and only fell once near the end. Missing some time this year put a dent on what was starting to be a good season for me.’’

The other big winner on the day was Taylor Hanley of Victoria in the pro wakeskate.

"It was a pretty consistent ride," said Hanley. "I had some good tricks and some clean runs."

Junior Men Hotly Contested at Wakeboard Nationals

(August 27, 2011 -- Kamloops, BC)

The Junior Men wakeboarders showed the depth of the Canadian talent at day two of the 2011 Canadian Wakeboard Championships in Kamloops, BC. It took semi-final pools, with only the winner of each pool advancing to the finals on Sunday. Five different provinces will be represented in the finals as Jimmy Frandsen (BC), Justin Gratfeld (AB), Christian Primrose and Jordan Long of Ontario, Jess Polley (MB) and Mark McMorris all will be advanced.

Several finals were held. In Women's Wakeskate, it was a clean sweep for BC as Phaedra Harder won the event, followed by Carley Newell and Hayley Zedel.

Saskatchewan showed the strength of their development program in the Junior Women's event. Taylor Johnson won gold while Brooklyn Fiesel took the bronze. BC's Marissa Harder won the silver.

Quebec won its first two medals as Matthieu Lizotte won the men's masters competition, while Francis Morin earned a silver in the Veteran's category. That event was won by Rick Crema of BC.

Other national champions crowned on the day include:

Hunter Smith (BC), Junior Boys
Erik Schroeder (BC), Boys
Lauren Schumacher-Fischer (SK), Girls
Austin Jaworski (BC), Amateur Wakeskate
Ashley Leugner (SK), Amateur Women
Josh McLain (BC), Men's 2

An exciting announcement was made by Steve Jarett of SBC Media (Wakestock and SBC Magazine). He extended complimentary entry to 2012 Wakestock's amateur event to every age category winner at theses Canadian Wakeboard Championships, presented by Nautique.

The final day of action at Riverside Park on August, 27th will feature the finals in Junior Men, Men's 1, Pro Wakeskate, Open Men and Women, Amateur and Pro Wakeskate.

RIDERS CONVERGE IN KAMLOOPS FOR CANADIAN WAKEBOARD CHAMPIONSHIP

Aug 26, 2011

Competition began on August 26th at the Canadian Wakeboard Championships at magnificent Riverside Park in Kamloops, BC.

Opening action saw 71 riders put through preliminary heats behind the impressive Ski Nautique 230. In men's amateur Wakeskate, Christian Primrose of Ontario stood first after semi-finals. Primrose had a great day as he also was the top scorer of the four heats in Junior Men freestyle event. On the women's Wakeskate side, Phaedra Harder was the preliminary round leader.

One of the bigger age categories, Boys (aged 10-13), was contested. BC's Erik Schoeder was atop the standings with a score of 78.33 points. Damien Sage of Saskatchewan was second while Mason Shadlock of BC rounded out the leaderboard.

The girls also saw two of three leaders from BC. It was Saskatchewan rider Lauren Schumacher-Fischer though, who leads after posting a run worth 50.00 points. She was followed by Sophie Schroeder and Emily Kryoter. Hunter Smith wowed the spectators in Junior Boys (ages 9 and under). He'll be the top seed in the finals after he also impressed the judges enough to fork out 73.33 points.

Records Tumble at 31st Canadian Barefoot Championships.

Aug 22, 2011

A total of 38 skiers assembled on August 19-21 in Les Cèdres, Quebec to contest national titles in the 31st Canadian Barefoot Championships, as well as for two other rounds that included an East-West Challenge and the Canadian Open. Hosted by the Quebec Water Ski and Wakeboard Federation, led by tournament chairman, Jean Lafrance, the Canal Soulanges provided ideal skiing conditions for many personal bests, three new Canadian marks, and a pending world record.

Danni Tipping of British Columbia set a new open women's trick record of 2550 points on route to capturing the open overall title. The open women's category was tightly contested, with three different women winning a gold medal. Caitlyn Rowland of Alberta won the slalom event with 13.10 points, while Becky Moynes of Ontario captured the top jump prize with a leap of 11.9m.

Ontario's Paul MacDonald dominated the open men's event, copping all four gold medals while also setting a new trick record of 8850 points. MacDonald won the slalom and jump events with scores of 15.8 points and 22.5 metres, and overall with a perfect score of 3000 points.

Duane Godfrey (ON) set a new slalom record for M5 with his score of 13.2 points

The event also attracted some top international footers who also used the superb skiing conditions to establish respective records. David Small of Great Britain set a pending World Record for his trick run of 13,100 points. Brendan Paige of Australia established a pending Australian Record for his trick run of 9,200 points.

For complete results, click HERE.

At the closing banquet, Richard Gray was emotionally enshrined into Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada's Hall of Fame in the athlete category.

A big thank you to the organizers for a great event and congratulations to the skiers for their outstanding performances.

Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada announces five inductees into its Hall of Fame

August 23, 2011

OTTAWA - Ken Nelson of Leduc, Alberta, Hélène Grégoire of Gatineau, Que. , Andy Murdison of Haliburton, Ont., Jeff McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., and Mike McComb of Delta, B.C., are the 2011 inductees into Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada's Hall of Fame.

Grégoire and Murdison were inducted as athletes, McClintock and McComb as builders and Nelson as a pioneer.

Grégoire was a member of the National Water Ski Team from 1970 to 1977. Along with 10 national titles, she held Canadian records in jump, tricks and slalom. She won bronze in jump at the 1972 Pan Am Championships and posted six top-10 finishes at the world championships.

''Being inducted into Hall of Fame is definitely the crowning moment in my athletic career,'' said Grégoire, a dentist based in Gatineau, Que. ''It's amazing to see how the sport has evolved over the years. For me that was the most important thing. We always continued to learn one from another.''

Murdison was one of Canada's top international water skiers in the 1960's posting top-10 finishes consistently at the Pan Am championships and world championships. He holds a Canadian slalom record that will never be surpassed. It was set while skiing at 38 mph. In a 1966 rule change, the top speed was reduced to 36 mph and the slalom course shortened.

''There are a lot of great memories from my career but what I always say is that when you compete at a high level it always teaches you about life,'' said Murdison, a retired sporting goods store owner.

McClintock competed for 30 years earning numerous national titles and was also a successful national team coach. He was also recognized for his boat driving and judging skills as well as a successful site and course certification expert.

''The best memories for me as a competitor were the 1979 worlds and winning a Pan Am title,'' said McClintock, who runs a water skiing school in Cambridge, Ont. ''Moving to the technical side of the sport was a natural for me because I had always been working on those skills during my competitive career.''

McComb was one of the trailblazers in the wakeboarding. He purchased his first wakeboard in 1990 at age 24 and since then has been a key player in building the sport in Canada and around the world. In 2004, he became Vice President of the World Wakeboard Association and the head of rules, regulations and officials.

''I'm not surprised to see wakeboard grow so quickly,'' said McComb. ''It's just one of those cool sports. But I've been really amazed at how fast the degree of difficulty of the tricks the competitors execute today have evolved. It's been amazing.''

Nelson founded and built Shalom Park in Edmonton, Canada's first man-made specific water sport facility and the most prolific host site in Canadian towed water sports history. He also launched competitions for youth and recreational skiers and developed technical innovations for the sport such as the use of cylinders as boat guides in a slalom course.

''What I enjoy the most in the sport is working with the kids,'' said Nelson. ''We run a program annually and we have taught over 2,000 kids over the years. The development of Shalom Park has also been a source of pride. Many pro skiers consider it among the top-10 venues in the world.''

For complete inductee profiles, click HERE.

Water Ski Nationals Final Day - World Record Pending!

Aug 14, 2011

Newmarket, August 14, 2011--The 61st Canadian Water Ski Nationals wrapped up today with the premiere Open event. A new Canadian record was set in the Women's Open for the slalom event. Whitney McClintock, from Cambridge, Ontario, smashed the record of 4 buoys at 10.75 when she skied 1 buoy at 10.25! She was extremely close to beating the world record which is 2 buoys at 10.25. Whitney jumped 159ft and score 8680 in trick earning her another 2 gold medals and clinching her the Overall Title. This was an astonishing moment for Whitney as with these scores she broke the current overall world record by 5 points, pending confirmation.

Jason McClintock also made the family proud. He won 2 gold medals today, adding to his previous two for a total of 4 gold medals throughout the Championships. Throughout the weekend Jason dominated the trick and slalom events.

In the men's jump event, national team athlete, Kole Magnowski of Manitoba placed first with a jump of 190ft, barely beating the 2nd place 189ft jump of Kevin Melnuk and Stephen Collins jump of 184ft.

With the weather cooperating most of the weekend there was time to run a head to head slalom challenge. Drew Ross walked away Champion by beating Matt Rini in the finals.

For more results, visit www.waterski-wakeboard.ca

For more information contact:

Dan Wolfenden
dan@waterski-wakeboard.ca

Or
Clara Northcott
claranorthcott@gmail.com
(416) 562-5900

Day 3 Canadian Championships

Aug 13, 2011

Another beautiful day at the 61st Canadian Water Ski Championships at Summer Ski in King Township, Ontario. With perfect conditions, U-21, men and women, as well as the elite men and womens divisions competed for national titles. Amanda Amos (ON) was a triple threat today, winning the overall title in the womens U-21 division. Earning herself a first place in slalom and jump and a third in trick, Amanda has proved that she will be a fierce competitor in the U-21 World Championships at the beginning of next month.

Another top athlete as well and a recently announced U-21 competitor, Alex Paradis (QC) got the overall title in the mens U-21 division. Coming on top of 9 other skiers, Alex placed 2nd in slalom, skiing 2 buoys at 11.25, 2nd in trick with a score of 2780 and 1st in jump, soaring 51.2 meters. The guys offered up some stiff competition!

Overall title in the women's category went to Jenna Mielzinski. She took first place in both slalom and trick. She skied 1.5 buoys at 12m and finished with a trick score of 5850.

A personal accomplishment for Steven Neveu placed 1st in the men's U-21 slalom, skiing 4 buoys at 10.75. This was a new personal best for Steven. For a full list of results click HERE.

Keep checking back for results on the upcoming events.

For more information contact:

Dan Wolfenden
dan@waterski-wakeboard.ca

Carla Northcott
carlanorth@aol.com
(416) 562-5900

Canadian Water Ski Championships-Day 2

August 12th, 2011

(Newmarket, ON) The 61st Canadian Water Ski Championships continue today at Summerski in King Township, ON. The men's competed in all three categories, adaptive athletes jumped and slalomed, and boy's and girl's divisions competed in the jump event. Ryan Riehl set a new Canadian jump record with an amazing leap of 12.6m. He was also awarded the 2010 Adaptive Athlete of the year. Today was a great accomplishment for Ryan who earned himself 4 gold medals in all events including the overall category.

Jen Cloutier was another highlight of the day, taking home a gold medal in the slalom event. She skied 3 buoys at 37k/18.5m. She will also be featured in the Toronto Star newspaper as she was interviewed and photographed today.

Oldest competitor at the event today puts down a great performance. Manoo Gurjar slalomed behind the Ski Nautique 200 at the age of 87. Manoo and Jean Gurjar also set up a bursary for youth trying to advance in the sport, with a love and passion for skiing and great sportsmanship toward the water ski community. This award was given out today to Jed Leech of British Columbia. Jed Leech placed 1st in the junior men's division with a jump of 37.9m.

Conley Pinette, also from British Columbia took home the overall title in the Boys 2 division today. He beat his personal best yesterday in the trick event with a score of 3110.

For a full list of results click HERE.

Keep checking back for results on the upcoming events.

Canadian Water Ski Championships Underway

Aug 11, 2011

August 11th, 2011 (Newmarket, ON) The 61st Canadian Water Ski Championships are well under way at Summerski in King Township, ON. The girls and boys divisions competed on this beautiful but windy day, as well as the junior men's and women's in slalom and trick. Chantal Singer (16), of Toronto, Ontario, made some incredible performances almost topping her personal best. "I'm really happy with how I skied today. I was really close to my personal best in trick. My best was 5680 and I scored 5390 today." said Chantal on an interview for CTV news. Chantal, who has previously competed in the World Juniors and Pan Am Juniors, placed 1st in trick and 2nd in slalom skiing 2 buoys at 12m.

The win for Junior Men's slalom goes to Jaret Bull who skied 2 buoys at 11.25. "I am really happy to be here. I feel as though I didn't ski as well as I should, the wind played a big factor in that. I'm glad I was able to regain the title after not skiing my best at the last two national championships." said Jaret about his slalom run today.

The youngest skier at the Canadian Water Ski Championships, Nellie Ross (10) had an amazing day with a trick run that scored her 5260 points. With two great performances, she won two gold medals today in the slalom event and trick event.

Another athlete who took home two gold medals today was Camille Gingue. She had a trick score of 3190 as well scoring 66 buoys in her slalom run. Tomorrow the older age divisions will be on the water for trick and slalom and most of the jump divisions will be vying for gold.

With 24,000 members, WSWC has an impressive history of success at the highest international level, 59 World Championship medals, 20 world champions and 26 Pan American Game medals.

For a full list of results click HERE.

Keep checking back for results on the upcoming events.

For more information contact:
Dan Wolfenden
dan@waterski-wakeboard.ca

Carla Northcott
carlanorth@aol.com
(416) 562-5900

Canada's Jaret Llewellyn wins overall silver at world water skiing championships

July 24, 2011

MOSCOW-Canadian water skiing legend Jaret Llewellyn of Innisfail, Alta., took the overall silver medal on Sunday at the world championships. Canada ends the competition with two medals and fifth place in the combined team standings.

On Sunday, Llewellyn placed eighth in jump soaring 64.1 metres. World record holder Freddy Krueger of the U.S., was the winner at 69.5 with Timothy Bradstreet of Australia second at 67.5 and Rodrigo Miranda of Chile third at 66.0. Kole Magnowski of Winnipeg was 12th.

Llewellyn was also eighth in tricks and 29th in slalom to finish second overall with 2,700.21 points. Adam Seldmajer of the Czech Republic edged the Canadian star for top spot at 2,751.96. Ryan Green of Australia was third at 2,652.19.

Jason McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., was 12th in the men's slalom final. On Saturday, his sister Whitney McClintock won gold in women's slalom.

In the team standings, Belarus, France and the U.S., were 1-2-3 respectively.

Full results at: HERE

Canada's Whitney McClintock wins world water skiing title

July 23, 2011

MOSCOW-Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., successfully defended her title in women's slalom on Saturday at the world water skiing championships.

McClintock, the winner two years ago in Calgary, went around three buoys with her rope length at 10.75 metres for the victory. Nicole Arthur of Britain was second scoring 0 buoys at 10.75 while Regina Jacquess of the U.S., took the bronze scoring 3.5 buoys and 11.75 metres.

"This feels so good after not doing well in the other events this week," said McClintock, 23. "I really wanted to come home with a gold medal and I was determined to win the slalom today."

There was actually a three-way tie in the final for third with Jacquess, Breanne Dodd of Surrey, B.C., and Karina Nowlan of Australia all posting the same score. The results in the prelims were used to break the tie which put Dodd in fourth place.

"Of course I would have liked a medal," said Dodd "I just wished would have stepped it up in preliminaries. I was sixth at the last worlds so I'm going to look at this as an improvement."

In the men's tricks final, nine-time world champion Jaret Llewellyn of Innisfail, Alta., was eighth with 9,760 points while Jason McClintock of Cambridge was 12th. Aliaksei Zharnasek of Belarus won the gold medal scoring 11,570.

Llewellyn will be in the hunt for gold on Sunday in men's jump. He stands first after Friday's preliminaries at 65.4 metres while Kole Magnowski of Winnipeg also made the final with the 12th best distance in prelims at 61.1.

Jason McClintock also stands seventh heading into Sunday's men's slalom final.

Jed Leech-young and vibrant recipient of the Manoo and Jean Gurjar Bursary

Jul 13, 2011

Jed Leech has been selected as the recipient of a $1000 Manoo and Jean Gurjar Bursary. Jed (14) is high school student at Kelsey High School in Mill Bay, British Columbia.

The goal of the Legacy Fund is to provide annual financial support to the skiing and educational pursuits of 1 to 2 Canadian water skiers who best represent the ideals established in honour of Manoo Gurjar. The qualities Manoo was looking for are a love and passion for the sport, sociability and friendliness within the water ski community, gives back to the sport in his or her own unique way, demonstrates a commitment to education and to training and becoming a better athlete, competes in sanctioned level competitions and lastly, demonstrates potential and drive to compete at a national championship or higher level.

Jed exemplifies all of these qualities. "I have loved water skiing from a very young age. The reasons I love such a unique sport are the feelings you get when you pull off that amazing jump you have been waiting years for, that trick that you have dreamed of landing, and that perfect pass through the slalom course which makes you throw your fist in the air." expressed Jed on his application. Jed loves to help out in any way he can, whether it be on the water, on the dock or taking extra courses to become a better coach.

With big dreams in sight, Jed would love to get a scholarship down south to study either dentistry or optometry while still being able to ski. He will be competing in the Canadian Water Ski Championships this year and hopes to make it to the Worlds Water Ski Championships in the long run. Jed was pleased to hear the news about the bursary. "This is awesome", said an excited Leech. "What a great honour. This will let me get some extra gear and lessons from some pro coaches."

Jed will be publicly presented with the Bursary at the Water Ski Championships in Summerski, ON.

We would like to congratulate Jed and wish him luck at the Water Ski Championships in August as well as in the future!

Quebec's Yann Thibault wins two gold at inaugural Canadian Cable Park Nationals

Jul 10, 2011

WINNIPEG -Yann Thibault of Pointe-Calumet, Que., won two gold medals on Sunday at the inaugural Canadian Cable Park Nationals cable wakeboarding competition which was held at Adrenaline Adventures in the Manitoba capital.

Cable wakeboarding was one of eight sports announced by the International Olympic Committee to be considered for the 2020 Games last week.

In cable wakeboarding instead of a motorboat towing wakeboarders, the facility uses towers and overhead cables to allow wakeboarders to go a maximum of 30 kilometres per hour. There are jumps in the lake so the wakeboarders can take to the air to perform their moves.

There are two such parks in Canada and 215 around the world in 39 countries.

Thibault, 23, won the obstacle only event with Jess Polley of Winnipeg second and Justin Bonney of Ottawa third. Thibault was also first in the pro men wakeboard with Rob Corrum of the U.S., second and Mickey Henry of Ontario third.

"It went super well, I didn't fall all day" said Thibault, who started wakeboarding at age 13. "I’ve had a tough start to the season so this really gives me a lot of confidence. We have a busy schedule ahead this summer and I needed this kind of performance."

In the wakeskate pro division, Tanner Champion of Port Alberni, B.C., was the winner with James Balzer of B.C., second and Dylan Elliott of Ontario third.

Event sponsors were Yamaha, Dragon, Byerly, Accurate, Billabong, Liquid Force, Nautique and Ronix.

McClintock wins at Global Invitation

Meanwhile in Grand Rapids, Michigan, reigning overall world champion Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., won the gold medal in women’s slalom at the Global Invitational water ski championships.

Reported by Louis Daignault, Canadian Sport News for Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada

Cable Wakeboard in Top 8 Sports being Considered for 2020 Summer Olympic Games

Jul 8, 2011

With files from Reuters News

Eight sports, including cable wakeboard, will battle it out for a spot in the 2020 Olympics, the International Olympic Committee said on Monday.

Baseball and softball, the two sports removed after the 2008 Games, as well as wakeboard, squash, sport climbing, rollersports, karate and the martial art of wushu, will be evaluated and possibly reduced further in early 2013, IOC President Jacques Rogge told reporters. "Twelve sports were considered, eight were retained," Rogge said. Surfing, dancing, bowling and netball missed out. Rogge said a final list would be put to the vote in late 2013 at the IOC session in Buenos Aires for one spot.

Rogge also said the IOC had decided to include men's and women's ski slopestyle and snowboard parallel special slalom in the Sochi 2014 winter Games programme.

"Such events provide great entertainment for the spectators and add further youthful appeal," he said.

The IOC in April introduced six new events for Sochi, including women's ski jumping, team events for figure skating and luge, ski halfpipe for men and women and biathlon mixed relay.

"This is very exciting news for wakeboarding", said Dan Wolfenden, Executive Director, Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada. "While there remains much to be done to best represent cable wakeboarding in the two years leading up to the vote as to which of the 8 finalist sports will be added to the Olympic programme, it is very encouraging that the discipline of cable wakeboarding is being seriously discussed within the highest echelons of the IOC. With Canada's second cablepark opening last week, 4 straightline cable systems, and the inaugural Canadian Cablepark Nationals being held on July 10 in Winnipeg at Adrenaline Adventures, Canada is on a path for a boom in cable wakeboarding."

According to the International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation, there are over 215 cable facilities globally, spanning across 39 different countries. Germany alone has 58 cable facilities. A cable facility offers boatless participation on a body of water. A cable, as attached to series of towers around the small lake, powered by an electric motor, can tow 6 to 8 people at the one time. For wakeboarding, obstacles, such as rails, A-frames, kickers, flatbars and such, are added in the course to provide for challenging and athletic riding. The reduced cost makes the sport very appealing and accessible.

Canadians wins three medals at U.S., Master water ski and wakeboard championships

Mar 29, 2011

CALLAWAY GARDENS, Georgia–Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., took gold, Ryan Dodd of Olds, Alta., silver and Rusty Malinoski of Humboldt, Sask., bronze on Sunday at the 52nd U.S. Masters water ski and wakeboard championships.

In women's tricks, McClintock scored 7,750 points for the gold. Natallia Berdnikava of Belarus was second at 7,410 and Iris Cambray of France third at 4,700.

"I was able to put the pressure on the girls with my run," said McClintock, who'll defend her world overall title later this summer. "I wasn’t very strong with my toe pass so I knew I had to do my hand pass perfectly."

In men's jump, world record holder Freddy Krueger of the U.S., was the winner soaring 69.8 metres. Dodd followed at 67.4 and Damien Sharman of Britain was third at 64.8. Jaret Llewellyn of Innisfail, Alta., was fourth at 64.0.

"I jumped decent," said Dodd, 26, the Moomba Masters champion in Australia this past March. "The approach and take-off were perfect but my timing was off. Last year at this time I would have been really happy with this but this year I want better. The big difference for me this year is I've able to train at home and really focus on the things I need to improve."

The 40-year-old Llewellyn, a nine-time world champion, missed all of last season with a knee injury. He has a strong performance in Saturday’s prelims, however in Sunday’s jump final he tweaked the injured knee on his second of three attempts and did not execute his third jump.

"He took precautionary measures," said Canadian national team coach Steve Bush. "Everyone felt so bad because he was making such a strong comeback here. He’ll need to undergo some tests this week to see if there’s been any damage to the knee."

Earlier Sunday, Llewellyn was fourth in tricks missing the podium by only 60 points.

In men's wakeboard, Malinoski took third spot to rebound from not making the finals last week at the season opening on the wakeboard Pro Tour circuit.

"It was great to get back on the podium," he said. "Consistency is what I'm looking for."

Olds, AB native Ryan Dodd awarded 2011 Investors Group Amateur Athletes Fund Bursary

May 26, 2011

OTTAWA, May 26, 2011 - AthletesCAN and Investors Group are pleased to announce that national waterski team member Ryan Dodd has been awarded a $5,000 Team Investors Group Amateur Athletes Fund bursary.

In keeping with their commitment to amateur sport in Canada, Investors Group established a bursary fund for Canada's top high performance athletes. A national leader in delivering personalized financial solutions to Canadians, Investors Group annually awards twenty $5,000 bursaries to assist Canada's elite amateur athletes with the costs of training and competition. Selection criteria includes: athletic achievement, financial need and community involvement. Since its inception in 2000, the Team Investors Group Amateur Athletes Fund has provided more than $1,100,000 to Canadian athletes. AthletesCAN administers the bursary on behalf of Investors Group.

"The Team Investors Group Amateur Athletes Fund is proud to be able to support the efforts of outstanding athletes like Ryan," said Richard Irish, Vice President, Community Affairs and Area Marketing for Investors Group. "The example of commitment, hard work and achievement offered by athletes like Ryan gives a tremendous boost to individuals - young and old - across our nation. Through this funding, we also acknowledge the tremendous contribution Ryan has made to both his community and his sport."

"This bursary recognizes the excellence Ryan exhibits both on and off the field of play" says AthletesCAN Executive Director Jasmine Northcott. "AthletesCAN is excited to see the great things this bursary will help Ryan achieve."

Ryan's recent sport accomplishments include a bronze medal at the 2010 Senior World Championships as well as multi tour championship titles including the Pro Tour, Moomba Masters, and Dubna World Cup.

"I have heard of this athlete fund for years, and have heard the stories of the amazing athletes receiving this prestigious honor", says Ryan. "I am so proud that I get to represent my country, and do an amazing sport for a living and without the support of funds such as this, I wouldn't be able to do that", he adds. "This fund will support me in acquiring massage therapy services, athletic training and the coaching I need to be able to reach my goals. I want to be a world champion, and this support from Investors Group and AthletesCAN is helping me be the best I can be in achieving that goal. Just knowing that others believe in me and what I do gives me the confidence to believe that it is possible."

About Investors Group
Investors Group, founded in 1926, is a national leader in delivering personalized financial solutions to Canadians through a network of over 4,600 Consultants located throughout Canada. In addition to an exclusive family of mutual funds and other investment vehicles, Investors Group offers a wide range of insurance, securities, mortgage and other financial services.

About AthletesCAN
As the voice of Canadian national team athletes, AthletesCAN ensures an athlete centered sport system by developing athlete leaders who influence sport policy and, as role models, inspire a strong sport culture.

Officials Call for Interest for the 2011 Can-Am Challenge

May 17, 2011

Deadline June 3rd, 2011

The National Water Ski Committee is in the process of naming the judges, drivers and calculators for the 2011 Can-Am Challenge this summer being held at Lake of Dreams in Jerseyville, Illinois, USA; September 16-18, 2011.

If you are interested in being named to one of these positions please send your interest to Tim Van Winckle at wswc@waterski-wakeboard.ca

We are specifically looking for:

Level 3 or higher judges who are proficient in all 3 events and at calling a high level of tricks.
Level 3 or higher boat drivers who are very familiar with PerfectPass, Star Gazer and Zero Off and who have pulled all 3 events in an RC tournament.
Level 3 calculators who are familiar with Ski Score and scoring all 3 events

The deadline to express your interest is June 3rd, 2011.

Win an Apple iPad 2 Hockey Face-Off!

Mar 18, 2011

As you may have heard, WSWC is doing its Hockey Face-Off Fundraiser on Saturday April 23rd in Orlando and we would like to ask your help in selling tickets. What we are asking is for you to sell tickets from now through to event day. By doing so, not only will you be helping WSWC's athletes but also, the kids at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Orlando. Each ticket agent will be entered into the draw for a chance to *win a brand new Apple® - iPad® 2 with Wi-Fi - 16GB!

Tickets are $45 per person and include;

Admission to Hockey Game and Skills Competition
Admission to Over Time Dinner & Party at Gator's Sports Bar (ages 18 & over)
- Food stations and 2 drink coupons;
- Fabulous door prizes, live DJ and casino tables;
- And much more!!

Once you decide you're on board, we will send you all the necessary information, posters and tickets! If there are tickets you can't sell, we will simply take them back. We would appreciate your support in passing on this information to all members and friends so they can also get involved. Also if individuals are unable to attend but would still like to support the cause, they can purchase a ticket that will be donated to a sick child and/or their families at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children.

If you are willing to help please let me know as soon as possible. For more information, please visit www.orlandohockeyfaceoff.com , reach me by email at marc@waterski-wakeboard.camarc@waterski-wakeboard.ca or by phone at 1-888-526-0685.

On behalf of water skiers, wake boarders and the kids at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, we thank you for your time and consideration!

Marc Caroll
*in order to win the iPad®, people must sell a minimum of 4 tickets. Other conditions may apply.

Canada's Ryan Dodd wins jump gold at Moomba Masters water skiing competition

March 14, 2011

MELBOURNE, Australia- Ryan Dodd of Olds, Alta., opened his 2011 water skiing season in spectacular style on Monday winning the gold medal in men?s jump at the Moomba Masters, a prestigious event which traditionally opens the professional season.

Dodd saved his best jump for the final soaring 68.8 metres to finish ahead of Timothy Bradstreet of Australia at 67.1 and Elis Scott of the U.S., in third at 65.3

Kole Magnowski of Winnipeg was eighth.

Dodd, 26, was standing third after the first round reaching 62.4 metres. That round featured at 70.7 from perennial champion Freddy Krueger of the U.S., the longest jump of the day. The top-12 advanced to the final, and Dodd stood second heading into the final with a 64.9 leap.

In the final, the heavily favoured Krueger posted his worst jump of the day at 63.8 which would eventually lead him fourth and leave the door wide open for the gold medal.

Dodd has ranked himself among the world?s best jumpers for several seasons. Last year he won the silver medal at the Pan Am Championships and was third at the U.S., Masters. He was ranked second in the world in jump in 2009.

The Moomba Masters and its affiliated parade cap Australia's national holiday weekend.