The Ski Show - The Ultimate Show Ski Podcast Matt Heilman and Adam Schaller

The longest standing show ski team ever is the Min-Aqua Bats from Minocqua, Wisconsin. Our conversation today is with Duke Hillinger, a member of the club for decades, and covers the history and legacy of the Min-Aqua Bats. The club started in 1945 after the end of World War II when a group of skiers decided to celebrate by skiing on the first day of peace. The Min-Aqua Bats became the first amateur water ski show in the world and the second show after Cypress Gardens. The conversation also touches on notable skiers such as Lynn Novakofski and Tom and Janie Dorwin, community support, and the unique acts performed in the ski shows. Over the years, famous guests such as President Eisenhower and Elizabeth Taylor frequented the show. The club has produced many talented skiers over the years who have gone on to compete at the collegiate and professional levels. While the club has evolved over the years, with a younger membership and a focus on show skiing rather than three-event skiing, the sense of camaraderie and dedication to putting on a great show remains strong. The Min-Aqua Bats perform shows on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from Flag Day to Labor Day.

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We've done a lot of interviews, and this is absolutely one of our best.  What a great conversation with rising star Paige Peshina, who shares her journey in water skiing and show skiing. Paige talks about her early days in the sport, her mentors and role models, and her experience being part of Team USA. The conversation provides insights into the world of show skiing and highlights the dedication and hard work required to excel in the sport. Paige shares her journey from being a young skier with big dreams to becoming a member of Team USA. She talks about the application process and the excitement of making the team.  Paige also talks about her transition from doubles to swivel and the growth she has experienced in the sport and the supportive community of Show Skiing. She shares her future goals of promoting the sport and coaching younger skiers. In this episode, the hosts also discuss various topics related to show skiing, including a mini-team tournament hosted by the Chain Skimmers,  the Aquanuts Junior Tournament, and the Buck Up Tour registration, and we stump Adam with this week's Show Ski Trivia. 

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Flyman Skis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard swivel skis at affordable prices. Get yours at flymanskis.com. 

The Board Shop - stocked and ready for summer with all the gear you need. Visit them in Lake Geneva or shop online at bswake.com.  
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The Ski Show Podcast has hit a milestone with 100 episodes! In this unscripted 100th episode, Matt, Adam, and Dave reflect on the origins of the podcast and discuss the future of show skiing. They talk about the importance of having a media platform for the show skiing community and how podcasting became the perfect medium. They also discuss the growth of show skiing and the impact of events like the World Tournament and Team USA. The conversation also circles around to their early experiences and memories in the sport of show skiing. They discuss trying out for show ski teams, watching shows as kids, and getting hooked on the sport. Matt and Dave discuss what it’s like when they are not show directors and have to take a step back. In the final part of the conversation, all three guys discuss their future plans in the sport. They also reflect on the impact of the podcast on the show skiing community and express their gratitude to the sponsors and listeners.  This is a fun conversation in which you learn a lot about the three guys as they talk shop and reminisce. 
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In this interview, Jake Horton, a top skier from Australia, discusses his journey in show skiing. He talks about how he got started in the sport, his experiences training and competing in the United States, and his history in the World Championships. Jake also shares his family's passion for show skiing and the support they have received. He discusses the challenges he has faced in learning new tricks, working on the back half, and the development the back half ski itself. Jake expresses his excitement for the upcoming World Championships in Australia, and he shares his goals for the future, including skiing with his young daughters.

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FlymanSkis - flymanskis.com

Swivulator - swivulator.com

The Board Shop - bswake.com
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Show skiing is thriving. Freestyle jump is thriving.  Creating opportunity for skiers today is one of the keys to the growth and excitement.  Nowhere is that more prevalent than the FREE jump clinics provided by The Future of Jump is Now.  We are please to have on the show today George Hartmann and Wayne Borowski to talk all about the program that started as a one-off jump clinic and has grown into camps and clinics across the country.  They share the success and challenges, as well as their excitement with what's to come in the world of jump. 

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Flyman Skis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard Swivel skis at affordable prices, get yours at flymanskis.com.  

The Board Shop - all your summer and winter gear is yours at bswake.com. 
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Today's conversation revolves around the topic of mini ramps in show skiing. Special guests, Raefe Gross, Kailey Koehler, David Rezin, and JT Sachs discuss the evolution of mini ramps, the pros and cons of their usage, and the impact on spectator appeal. They also explore the decision-making process for including mini ramps in tournaments and the potential safety concerns and liability.  The conversation explores the challenges faced by host teams in acquiring and maintaining mini ramps, as well as the impact on practice time and site setup. Our guests also discuss the role of mini ramps at nationals and worlds vs a regional tournament, considering the caliber of skiers and boat drivers and each. Overall, the conversation highlights the value of mini ramps in show skiing and the differing perspectives on their usage.

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FlymanSkis - flymanskis.com
The Board Shop - bswake.com


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