SUNRISE SKI TEAM
Get up, beat the rush, get after it!
What started out as a few friends getting together to ski has evolved into a team concept that anyone who appreciates good water can relate to.
All skiers are a part of sunrise ski team. We all share a common bond and have unique individuals in our own "teams" that make us who we are.
WHAT MAKES US, US
Within our group we have certain characters, that we think every group has, in some way or another. Here is a list of a few of the things that we recognize that makes us who we are. Each team member holds one or more of these characteristics.
Hardcore- this member is always up for a set. If the water isn't frozen and the weather is nice, it's time to go. We love the opportunity to ski when the water is in its liquid state. Around here, you are guaranteed 8 months most years before the ice sets in, so why not make the most of it.
Optimizer- This member is always looking for a chance to get together and ski. Water conditions are an after-thought for the optimizer.
Redshirt-Just like in college sports, the redshirt is given to the member(s) that have not skied yet this season, or might not ski anymore. They are still a valuable part of the team.
Specialist- The specialist is just that. They usually perform one discipline per set, and usually the same discipline. The specialist is one step away from becoming a redshirt.
Jack of all trades- This is the member that can do it all. Always up for a challenge.
Satellite Captain- This member helps lead the way for future members to find their place on the team. Satellite sessions happen away from home-base. Different dock, different boat, different group.
Water Snob- This member will pass on a set to wait for better water. This could also mean switching to a discipline that does not require perfect conditions.
Booze Hound- These members are the first looking for refreshment.
Sleepy Head- This team member cannot make it to practice on time. For us, this doesn't mean that practice waits but rather the team member moves down in the rotation.
TEAM MEMBERS
CASEY HEVLIN
President
Founding Member
Home Site Practice Host
10 Month Club Member
Casey is the catalyst of Sunrise Ski Team. He's that buddy that is always ready to ski. He brought Sunrise Ski Team back from the dead and is the main reason we are here today. Any question from boat to equipment, Casey is your guy (just don't ask about the weather)
The most well versed of all founding members, Casey can do it all (except the yellow thing) Casey's freeskiing pass is 28 off 34MPH
ZAC PAUS
Vice President
Founding Member
Director of Photography
10 Month Club Member
Zac is always the life of the party. First in line for pictures and the most creative at lake entrances before his set. A very well rounded founding member Zac enjoys barefooting, slalom, trick, wakeskate, and aquaplane (retired). He is also very handy on the boat. Zac's freeskiing set is 28 off 34 MPH.
ZACH RENNER
Treasurer
Founding Member
Dockside Hospitality Coordinator
10 Month Club Member
Zach is the member that makes everything look easy He's a fast learner and always willing to try new things. Behind the boat, Zach will slalom, trick, skate, aquaplane, and even attempt a barefoot set. Most practices, Zach can be found on the dock talking with members awaiting their set. Zach's freeskiing pass is 15 off 34MPH
GREG HAITH
Founding Member
Head of Satellite Practice Sessions
10 Month Club Member
Greg "Giraffe" Haith is that buddy that makes everyone feel welcomed. Usually the butt of any joke that revolves around age or height, Greg is great asset to the team. Greg runs the satellite practice sessions, and can normally be found on Lake Okoboji. Greg is a seasoned wakesurfer, hydrofoiler, and wakeskater, but also enjoys slalom skiing with an occasional aquaplane set. Greg freeskis at 28 off 34MPH.
LARRY HEVLIN
Founding Member
Master of Urgency
Head of Dock Starts
The eldest of the founding members, Larry can sense weather and lake condition changes before anyone else. If Larry says "we better get going" you better listen. We are anxiously awaiting Larry to take his ski set to earn full member status, but he's close enough to get some recognition.
BRANT LOEWE
Secretary
Founding Member
Assistant of Satellite Practice Sessions
10 Month Club Member
Brant is a 5'8" 200 pound ball of excitement. He likes to keep the mood light, and is always thinking of crazy ideas and things to try. Brant will slalom, trick, skate, aquaplane, and might barefoot once a season. His freeskiing pass is 15 off 32MPH.
BRUCE
Dock Doggie
The official mascot of Sunrise Ski Team. Bruce is the welcoming committee for all who enter. Shoes and cocktails must be properly secured from Bruce or they disappear.
ONE STOP SHOP
These are some of our favorite websites for anything water ski related.
SOCIAL MEDIA
SKI EQUIPMENT
Your place on the web for pre-owned and closeout water ski/ board equipment!
Our team preference for skis
The boat of choice of sunrise ski team.
the satellite boat of choice of sunrise ski team.
FORUMS
Anything that relates to water sports
Mastercraft related forum. A good resource for a variety of topics
Malibu related forum. Full of resources.
The world's leading source for water ski news, discussion and insights
BOAT MAINTENANCE
Inboard boat parts, supplies, and accessories.
Some hard to find boat parts and accessories.
PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT
Coaching points, Exercise methods, Flexibility and core work, Helpful videos
WATER SKI APPS
Virtual Slalom Skiing
From your app store, search virtual slalom skiing. This app tracks your slalom pass in open water or the course.