Ryan Nason and Richelle Muhlitner, West Region Rules Committee representatives have been busy at work this year. They have worked with the entire Rules Committee to make changes to the rule book and have published the latest rules and a summary of rule changes as approved by the Board of Directors. Take a moment to thank Ryan and Richelle next time you get a chance for the hours of dedication it takes to stay on top of the rules and changes both within the USA and on the International level. AWSARulesChangesSummary; AWSARuleBook
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IWWF has adopted the following rule change related to the jump grid marking buoys within the landing zone: Any video distance measurement buoys or spectator reference buoys must be a minimum of 8 meters from the ramp centerline for safety purposes so that they will not interfere with the skier while landing.
IWWF has adopted the following rule change related to the jump ramp: Jump Ramp Deviation – the maximum deviation within the surface of the jump ramp from a flat surface can be a maximum of 2 cm. Prior tolerance was 2.5 cm. Additionally any deviation if more than 1 cm must be in the center of the out of water surface.
Please take a moment to put a nomination in for the Western Region Merit Award. This award page is in the Regional Guide, page 99, and it also lists the past recipients.
Every year since 1975 the Western Region has recognized a member or official who epitomized friendship, dedication and integrity. The first award was presented at the US National tournament and is now one of the Western Region’s most prestigious honors. This award was established and is maintained for a deserving person who might otherwise go unnoticed. All Western Region members are welcome & encouraged to submit nominations for this award to their local councilperson or Richelle Matli prior to the Regional tournament.
Legendary long time skier, official and coach Jack Hanna has been battling cancer fro 2 years and recently made the difficult decision to transition to hospice care. He is still open to taking phone calls and hopes to spend some time at home after his recent hospitalization. he welcomes the opportunity to hear from members of the water ski community. Please reach out to Jack and let him know your thoughts and feelings.
His former students, friends and the West Region would like to thank him for his years of service and support.