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ORLANDO,
FL (December 1, 2020) – Walter N. Meloon, grandson of Correct Craft’s
founder and former Correct Craft CEO, has been inducted into the
Wakeboarding Hall of Fame.
The
Wakeboarding Hall of Fame was created in 2015 to recognize those who
have had an outsized impact on the sport. Each year a panel of industry
leaders consider nominations to determine who will receive an
invitation to the Wakeboarding Hall of Fame, a highly coveted honor.
Walter
N. Meloon was CEO of Correct Craft during the rise of wakeboarding and
as the company’s innovations were leading development of the sport. The
wakeboard tower was just one of the many innovations developed by
Correct Craft during Walter’s tenure as CEO.
Bill
Yeargin, President and CEO of Correct Craft stated, “Our team is
thrilled to see Walt honored with induction into the Wakeboarding Hall
of Fame, a well-deserved acknowledgement. We celebrate with Walt and
his family as they enjoy this high honor.”
Yeargin
added, “The success we enjoy at Correct Craft today is built on the
shoulders of Walt, the entire Meloon family, and many other Correct
Craft leaders over the past century. Our team is not only grateful for
the contribution of Walt but also excited to continue building on his
legacy.”
The
2020 HOF class includes Shannon Best, Mike Weddington, Zane Schwenk,
Greg Nelson, Kristin (Buster) Lutgert Cartwright and early innovators
Brannon Meek and Rich Goforth. Scott Harwood a pioneering
wakeboarder was also recognized in the Lifetime Achievement category.
About Correct Craft: Celebrating 95 years of excellence in the marine
industry, Correct Craft is a Florida-based company with global
operations. Focused on “Making Life Better,” the Correct Craft family
includes Nautique, Centurion, Supreme, Bass Cat, Yar-Craft, SeaArk,
Parker, and Bryant boat companies, Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Group,
Watershed Innovation and Aktion Parks. For more information please
visit www.correctcraft.com.
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