Freddy Krueger Named 2026 Inductee To USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Foundation Hall of Fame
Legendary jump skier to be honored for exceptional achievements
The USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Foundation is proud to announce that Freddy Krueger (Winter Garden, Fla.) has been selected by the Hall of Fame Selection Committee as the 2026 Hall of Fame inductee. This prestigious honor recognizes Krueger’s extraordinary career and his transformative impact on the sport of water ski jumping.
Krueger’s name is synonymous with dominance, consistency, and innovation in men’s water ski jumping. Over the past 30 years, Krueger has built an unmatched record of victories, continually raising the bar for excellence and inspiring generations of athletes.
Originally from Decatur, Ill., Krueger is an eight-time world-record holder, five-time world champion, and 14-time Masters champion. He currently holds the world ski flying record at 312 feet. He also has won nine Moomba Masters titles and more than a dozen U.S. national championships. Still actively competing, Krueger was eligible for induction after turning 50 on May 3.
Krueger’s commitment, fierce competitive spirit, and ability to perform at the highest level of the sport year-after-year has inspired fellow athletes and fans alike. His remarkable list of titles – spanning the most prestigious events in the sport – reflects a career defined by perseverance, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of greatness.
The USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Foundation Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to water skiing and wake sports in the United States. Freddy Krueger’s induction in 2026 will celebrate not just his victories, but also his enduring influence on the sport and its community.
