2026 U17 World Championship Team

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The IAC is proud to announce and congratulate the six Under 17 athletes selected to represent Team USA at the Under 17 World Championships, taking place March 30 through April 5 in Córdoba, Argentina. This prestigious selection reflects each athlete’s hard work, commitment to training, and unwavering dedication to excellence. Their perseverance, discipline, and passion for the sport have earned them the opportunity to compete on the world stage and represent the United States at the highest level of junior waterskiing.

 

The 2026 U17 World Championships Team is:

  • Alexia Ableson
  • Bode Bulfer
  • Tia Byrne
  • Bennett Covington
  • Bret Ellis
  • Jacob Nelson

We are incredibly proud to have these athletes represent Team USA and are confident they will compete with integrity, determination, and sportsmanship. We can’t wait to watch them shine in Córdoba, Argentina. The team manager is Jessica Van Dyke, and the team coaches are Jimmy Seimers and Jon Travers.