This thread makes me think about how the pros were back in the day. At tournaments, when you saw a LaPoint, or Grimditch, McCormick, Cindy Todd, a Duvall, among many other, they were so approachable and accessible to the average wanna be, and they made you feel awesome!!!! Back in the 70's and 80's a pro waterskier was the salt of the Earth!!!!
Fast forward to today, where the average athlete is all about I and all about the money, and all about the ego. They just don't make athletes like that any more........except in water skiing!!!! I have met numerous pro's from the queen of the water to many incredible God's of the shortline, and they still have one thing in common--they are incredibly humble, decent, awesome human beings. Their egos are in check and they love what they do and are grateful to be there!! They are one of the guys...gals!!!!
I love this sport and I love what the elite represent, BUT I still miss my damn EP!!!!!