Chris Parrish

Chris Parrish (born January 19, 1979) is an American professional water skier. Competing professionally since 1996, Parrish was the slalom world record holder from 15 June 2005 until 7 September 2013. In addition to his world records Parrish is a two-time Masters, and two-time U.S. Open champion.

Biography

Parrish was born in Destin, Florida and began skiing at the age of 2.

Achievements

Major Championships

Masters

• 2002, 2005

U.S. National Championships

• 1996, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2011, 2012

World Record

• 15 May 2005 (set) - 1.25 @ 9.75m
• 15 May 2005 (tied) - 1.25 @ 9.75m
• 28 August 2005 (set) - 1.5 @ 9.75m
• 13 June 2010 (set) - 2.0 @ 9.75m (tied 2 June 2013 by Nate Smith; broken 7 September 2013 by Nate Smith)

References

External links

• "Chris Parrish Bio." USA Water Ski. https://www.usawaterski.org/pages/bios/men/ChrisP.Bio.html
• "IWFF Water Ski World Records." International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation. http://www.iwsf.com/history/displayrecords.php