When I started as EVP for the AWSA Eastern Region, I knew I had a lot to learn. We’re involved in a sport with a rich history and some quite amazing people from right here in the Eastern Region. I asked Jon Thacher to help me understand some of that history and to know the stories behind the people and awards that we hand out each year. Here are a few…
Check out the “Awards” page to see the recent winners of these awards!
Each one of us is on a journey. We travel from day to day in work, in play, in life. We are fortunate to have others with whom we can share in our journey. Through our love of a sport, we are blessed with an opportunity to meet people that we otherwise may never know. We find ourselves inspired by the accomplishments of others, knowing that what they’ve done is not easy.
Emmy Healy was one of those who inspired many in the water ski community. She is remembered as a very humble, kind person, and of course a great skier. It is a Blessing knowing she is no longer in pain and may she Rest In Peace. Prayers for Emmy and her family. Our deepest sympathies to those who were close to her.
Records held by Emmy include:
W4 Trick – Emmy Healy 3520 pts East Regionals – Avon 8/1/1996
W5 Trick – Emmy Healy 3560 pts MC Eastern Regionals “R” – Dave’s Pond 8/5/2002
W6 Trick – Emmy Healy 3560 pts Eastern Regionals “R” – Avon 8/0/2003
This Spring I was fortunate to be part of one of the best grass roots tournaments ever!
The Buskey Cider Cup
Roughly 120 water skiers and cider enthusiasts gathered on a Saturday in Bumpass, VA for the second annual “Buskey Cider Cup.” The event features an 
all levels, all ages, all for fun water ski tournament, surrounded by a festival atmosphere. While skiers were giving their best performance on the water, spectators enjoyed swimming, lounging, merchandise shopping, a cash prize cornhole tournament and delicious Buskey Cider. As the sun was setting Continue reading
The 2019 Tournament Guidebook is available right here on the AWSA East website. Check the Guidebook for details about the Eastern Regional tournament taking place July 25 – 28, hosted by the Old Farm Skiers in Avon, CT.
Please email Jim Powell (EVP) with nominations for Treasurer. The Treasurer should plan on attending both the Summer Meeting held during Eastern Regional Tournament and the Winter meeting typically held in early January.
Longtime member Gene Davis has passed away after a brief illness. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Sharon, and daughters Kristen and Shannon and all of the family. Gene was a jumper in local, regional and national competitions’ and always gave us a thrill. He was a senior Judge and was a very sought-after technical controller for record tournaments including the Masters, Nationals and World Championships. He was Chair of the AWSA Technical Committee for many years, past AWSA president, and was instrumental in bringing the technical standards up their current standards and has taught many the tricks of the trade.
Thanks to everyone who contributed to a great meeting on January 5th.
Please find the meeting minutes here… EastRegion_WinterMtg_MINUTES 1_2019
This meeting is open to all AWSA members. Come find out what’s new in the Eastern Region and let your voice be heard.
The meeting is scheduled to start at 9am and will end by 5pm.
Lunch will be provided, but we need a head count so please RSVP… Continue reading
Hey Officials, Let’s Have Some Fun at Regionals and Nationals!
Here is our current list of nominations (12/23/18). If your name should be on this list, please click “Continue reading” below to complete a nomination form…
| Tournament | Position | Name |
| Nationals | Announcer | Jim Powell |
| Nationals | Driver | Al Harris |
| Nationals | Driver | Doug Robbins |
| Nationals | Driver | Marie Fields |
| Nationals | Driver | Matt Byrne |
| Nationals | Driver | Ralph Hall |
| Nationals | Judge | David Knight |
| Nationals | Judge | David Knight |
| Nationals | Judge | Gary Noll |
| Nationals | Scorer | Talitha Powell |
| Regionals | Announcer | Jim Powell |
| Regionals | Driver | Brett Brandau |
| Regionals | Driver | Cole Maurer |
| Regionals | Driver | Dan Warner |
| Regionals | Driver | Jim Powell |
| Regionals | Driver | Marie Fields |
| Regionals | Driver | Matt Byrne |
| Regionals | Driver | Ralph Hall |
| Regionals | Judge | Bill Baker |
| Regionals | Judge | Bill Cooper |
| Regionals | Judge | David Knight |
| Regionals | Judge | David Robbins |
| Regionals | Judge | Gary Noll |
| Regionals | Judge | Jonathan Paulovich |
| Regionals | Scorer | David Allen |
| Regionals | Scorer | Jennifer Frederick Kelly |
| Regionals | Scorer | Susan Maximuk |
| Regionals | Scorer | Talitha Powell |
Submit a nomination…
Congratulations to our talented skiers from the East.
Representing Team USA in San Bernardo, Chile will be:
Under 14 Team member: Emma Davis from Milford, VA
Emma Davis
Under 17 Team member: Blake Keller from Avon, Conn.
Blake Keller
Under 21 Team member: Quinn Haines from Avon, Conn.
Over 45 Team member: Hutch Haines from Avon, Conn.
Father and Son, Hutch and Quinn Haines
The action begins on November 12th, 2018. More details HERE and HERE