Ruth Johnston has been a leader in water skiing for more than 50 years as a skier, official, organizer, and developer of Ski Paradise in Mulberry, Fla.

She is a former national slalom champion and senior world slalom champion, and she is respected around the world for her officiating skills. She has been called one of the top-10 trick-calling officials in the world. Ruth is a Senior Judge, Pan American Event Judge, and her knowledge of the sport has made her a mentor to generations of judges.