Bragg Creek’s Megan Pelkey is preparing to compete against the world’s best in her own backyard.
The local athlete will compete for Team Canada at the 2025 IWWF World U21 Waterski Championships, set for July 31 to August 3 at Predator Bay Water Ski Club just south of Calgary.
Pelkey is one of 13 athletes representing Canada at the prestigious event, which will welcome over 100 competitors from more than 20 countries. She’ll compete in all three individual events, slalom, trick, and jump, as an individual qualified athlete.
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It’s a big stage, but not unfamiliar territory for the talented local athlete, who has made waves on the national and international waterski scene in recent years. Now, with the world watching, Pelkey has a chance to show just how far her skills and dedication have taken her.
The World U21 Championships are considered one of the sport’s top showcases for young talent. Team Canada will be vying for both individual and overall team titles at this year’s event, and with local athletes like Pelkey on the roster, the home team will be one to watch.