Nation’s Top Water Skiers Compete At Okeeheelee Park

Competitive water skiers Yvonne Austin, Regina Jaquess and Kelli Kerns.

USA Water Ski & Wake Sports’ Goode Water Ski National Championships were held at Okeeheelee Park from Wednesday, Aug. 9 through Saturday, Aug. 12. Over the four days, 674 individuals competed in 36 divisions across three events — slalom, trick and jump. Okeeheelee Park is ranked one of the top water ski parks in the nation and attracts skiers from around the country. The event was hosted by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission and the Ski Club of the Palm Beaches. Learn more about local water-skiing opportunities at www.okeeski.com.