IPD Race Team

Keifer King | Pro/Am Ski | Stock & Limited
Biography: Keifer King has been a driving force within the Juior classes over the past few years, and finished his reign over the Junior Classes in 2007 by winning National and World titles. Quickly becoming the the next superstar of the sport, Keifer is already dominating the Pro-Am ski class this year in 2008 and is definitely one of the pilots to watch at this year's World Championships. Besides his dominance in the sport, Keifer is a popular personality with his big personality and great attitude.

Career Highlights: Winning the World & National Tile in 2007 Juniors 13-15.

This Season's Goals: To Win a Pro/Am Ski Stock National & World Championship.

Career Goals: To Win Many Pro Ski Championships.

Craft: 2008 Yamaha SuperJet

Training: Lifting Weights, Mountain Biking, Running, and Lots of Riding
Kurt Samuels | Men's Ski | Stock & Limited
Biography: 2008 is Kurt’s second year of racing personal watercrafts and he is truly making a name for himself in 2008 by winning every race he has entered this season on the U.S. National Tour. Image Pro Design is very proud to have Kurt apart of our factory support team. Kurt is undoubtedly one of the most up and coming racers in the United States which is why IPD is looking forward to supporting Kurt in what looks to be the start of a great career.

Career Highlights: Holeshoting at the 2007 World Finals.

This Season's Goals: 3 National Titles and 3 World Titles

Career Goals: To win Pro Ski National and World Championships

Craft: 2008 Yamaha SuperJet

Training: Running, Biking, Versa-climber, 8 Minute Abs
Kristina Dougherty | Junior Ski 13-15 | Stock
Biography: Just because she’s the youngest doesn’t mean she’s not one of the strongest contenders on the team. This being only her thirdd year of racing, Kristina has quickly become known for her outstanding reaction times at the starting line which always makes her a contender for the hole-shot. As a well-known personality on the beach, she always brings a fun attitude, a strong racing effort, and is a key ingredient to the team’s positive image.

Career Highlights: Beating the boys on a regular basis on both the local and the national levels.

This Season's Goals: A top-3 finish at the World Finals against the boys.

Career Goals: To win a Pro Women Ski World Title and being recognized as a fun and safe competitor.

Craft: Kawasaki 800SXR

Training: Cycling, Soccer, Volley Ball, and Lots of Riding
Shawn Dougherty | Men's Ski | Stock & Limited
Biography: This is Shawn's second full year in jet ski racing, and as somewhat of a rookie to the sport, has already shocked his competitors by being a strong force to contend with. Shawn has finished fourth overall or higher in four out of the five races that he has entered, and is off to a great start for this year placing second in the Region 1 opening race. Shawn is now training harder than ever and is focused on a championship.

Career Highlights: Making the main and finishing top ten at my first World Finals.

This Season's Goals: Regional and World Championships

Career Goals: To win Pro Ski National and World Championships

Craft: Kawasaki 800SXR

Training: Gym, Cycling, Hiking, and Lots of Riding
Casey Mauldin | Men's Ski | Limited & Open
Biography: Being more of a veteran to the sport, has had a successful career in both Novice and Expert. In the 1995 Season, he finished first overall in region 1, second in Region 2, first at the State Championships, and finished fourth at the World Finals on a back-up boat. He retired from PWC racing in order to compete in triathlons and distance swimming. However, his love for the sport has brought him back, only he's in far better condition and more driven to win than ever!

Career Highlights: Winning the Region 1 CT Sports Series Championship, the Inside Line Series Championship, and the California State Championships in the same year.

This Season's Goals: Regional and World Championships

Career Goals: Get as many championships as possible, and help to grow the sport.

Craft: Kawasaki 800SXR

Training: Gym, Cycling, Running Stairs, Hiking, and Lots of Riding