1.  Freddy Krueger  (Winter Garden, FL)

  • 8 time World Record Holder
  • 5 time World Champion
  • 12 time U.S. Masters Champion
  • Current World Record Holder Skifly 312’

“Will has all the tools to be one of the greats in the sport. His fundamentals are as good as I’ve ever seen, but his willingness to learn, take instruction, and the fire to continue to excel are what really set him apart. Everyone wants to be great. Will is busy climbing that mountain.”  Freddy Krueger

 

2.  Hank Longo  (Lakeland, FL)

  • World Stunt Record Holder (Water Ski Jumped over 14 Mastercraft Ski Boats on ABC’s “That’s Incredible!”)
  • National Water Ski Jump Champion
  • National Water Ski Jump Record Holder
  • USA Water Ski Hall of Fame “Award of Distinction” 
  • Most Recognized Water Ski Announcer in the United States.

“For over 50 years I have had the privilege of watching and announcing the best water skiers in the world and Will Roberts is one of the most amazing skiers I have ever seen!  His dedication to being the best water skier he can be is outstanding; what is more impressive is his desire to be an excellent student in the classroom and his character as a person.”  Hank Longo  

 

3.  Troy Zoellner (Jacksonville, IL)

  • National Jump Champion
  • Multiple State and Regional Jump Championships and Records
  • 35 years Coaching – beginners to professionals (Continue to coach Freddy Krueger, Will Roberts & many others)
  • 41 year competitor
  • 34 Year tournament driver, multiple time National, Regional and State Championship Tournament Chief Driver

“With all of my accumulated experience, I have been involved with very few jumpers as special as Will Roberts. I have been driving, coaching and watching Will since he first jumped at a local tournament at age 7.  Will has determination that is setting him up for a very special career and future. His intelligence and personality make for the complete package. I have seen him set state, regional, and national records creating fist pumps all along the shoreline. I have seen him have bad days and suffer through injuries as well. But, no matter what experience is thrown his way he has the where-with-all to smile and support his fellow competitors. He is always willing to offer help and support through the great times and the bad. This type of personality has not only molded a champion but a popular young man, well-liked by all. Whether Will decides to pursue a professional water ski career, or another field, he will be successful and represent with the utmost professionalism as anyone.”  Troy Zoellner

 

4.  Kelly (Chappell) Zoellner (Jacksonville, IL)   Letter of Recommendation   (Click to view)

  • 2016 World Champion
  • 6 Time National Jump Champion
  • 10 Time U.S. Ranking List Jump Champion
  • Multiple State and Regional Jump Championships and Records