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About this Skier
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Name:
Leigh C Wyatt |
Nickname:
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Hails From:
Mulwala , NSW Australia | |
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Interview
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What got you into barefooting?
My Father and my uncle got me interested.
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How did you learn to barefoot?
Stepping off a plank that my dad made for me when I was 12 years old.
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Who was your first barefoot instructor?
Ashley Smith and Brett Drummond where my first coaches.
Later in my career I was coached by Gavin Wright and John Stekelenberg.
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Tell us about your first tournament
I had no idea what tricks could be done and I didn't even know you could jump barefoot. Once I saw Brett Sands and Ashley Smith jump I was addicted.
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How did you feel the first time you barefooted?
It was the most amazing feeling ever. I taught myself how to do it and was so proud of myself.
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Why do you continue to barefoot?
I do it because it gives me a feeling of happiness that words can't describe.
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Who has inspired you in this sport?
I was inspired by John Pennay, Ken Derry Jnr and John Stelelemberg.
They all have very different styles and are great people on and off the water.
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Have you held any World Records?
I wish.
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Have you won any medals at a world championship?
I won bronze in Tricks at the 1999 AAO championships.
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What skiers have you enjoyed watching and why?
I enjoyed watching John Pennay because he had an ability to look so soft and light on the water.
But I enjoy watching anyone have a go at Barefooting. They always have a massive smile when they learn how to do it.
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How often do you train ski?
I no longer train or compete.
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What do you do for a living?
I work as a finance broker.
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What is your motto?
Make the most of your life.
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When did you first start barefooting?
1988
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What is your Personal Best Score in Wakes?
12
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and what year
1999
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What is your Personal Best Score in Tricks?
2140
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and what year
1999
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What is your Personal Best Score in Jumping?
17.8
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and what year
1998
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