of the United States of America
Condolences
***To the family and friends of Danny Churchill, a long time ski racer and supporter who passed away on November 26th. Danny was a true a legend in the early days of our sport.
***To the family, friends and crew of F2 World Champion Sarah Teelow of Australia who tragically died following injuries sustained during the Sydney Bridge to Bridge Race on November 24th.
2014 Race Schedule
The 2014 Race Schedule is beginning to take shape. Region II is currently working to have a season opening event on February 15 & 16 at Havasu (Nautical Inn). This would be followed by Parker March 8 & 9 and the Havasu Boat Show weekend on April 12 & 13. San Diego on May 3 & 4 along with Lake Perris on June 7 & 8 are moving forward as well. Complete schedule will be available soon.
Mandatory Motor Vehicle Review (MVR) for Drivers
As previously communicated, USAWS is requiring all boat drivers to pass a MVR Review, prior to participation. This MUST be completed by all NWSRA drivers as well. Reviews are valid for 2 years. These take several days and up to a week or so to complete, so please submit sooner rather than later. Follow the instructions below. These links also provide additional details on the review and process.
• Click on the “Drivers’ Programs” link from the navigational menu on the left‐hand side of the page
• Click on the “Purchase and Authorize a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Review” link and follow the instructions to pay the $12.50 screening fee
• Click on the link provided on your payment receipt to go to USA Water Ski’s screening agency’s Web site to submit your authorization
The screening agency will only notify the applicant if they fail the review.
Online Merchandise Sales
The NWSRA will now offer a service for race teams to sell their team shirts online via the NWSRA web site. If interested, please use the "Contact Us" to request details. Please note that this service is being offered to current NWSRA members only and is for ski race team shirts only. Business shirts, or non-ski race related shirts will not be allowed.
Congratulations
To Brett Kennedy and Dawn Wallace who have been named NWSRA Athlete's of the Year. Each will be recognized at the USAWS Annual Winter Meeting in Florida in January.
2014 NWSRA Officers
Congratulations to the 2014 NWSRA Elected Board. Mike Avila (President), Todd Haig (VP), Nikki Yedor (Secretary), Sean Gettmann (Treasurer), Bonnie Ruston (Sgt @ Arms).
Congratulations to the 2014 Region II Elected Board. Mike King (President), Randy Jarrell (VP), Amy Threlfall (Secretary), Nikki Yedor (Treasurer), Bonnie Ruston (Sgt @ Arms).
Other NWSRA Officers include Gary Heinbuch (Past President), Cheryl Ruston (Int'l Chairman), Matt Saale and John Doherty (Region I Reps), Ted Hofmann (Safety Chairman).
NWSRA YouTube Channel
The official NWSRA YouTube Channel is in its very early stages. Go to the "Multimedia" page for a direct link. Be sure to subscribe to the channel so you can be notified of future updates. Please use the "Contact Us" page if you have video content you would like to contribute.
Upcoming Events
TBA
Lets Talk Racing
Visit the Racing Community page for list of additional events, message boards and forums
Race Photography
Photoreflect & StryderPhoto
15% of the proceeds from purchases made at either of the above photography sites will be donated back to the NWSRA
