BallOfSpray

Hometown: Mont de Marsan, France

Sponsors: Fusch Labo, Camaro wetsuit, FFSN

Current Location: Orlando, Florida

I am currently working for AM Skis, I am doing their Marketing. AM Skis is a new independent company formed by Andy Mapple and Adam Cord in Orlando FL.  A factory and headquarters based in Orlando to test and develop high end skis.  AM Skis will launch to the public in late April this year, with new designs, technology and full testing facilities.  Stay tuned for our new website coming soon.  www.amskis.com

 

How did you get into skiing? My parents had a boat on a public lake, they were skiing for fun. At the age of 3 my mum put me on her skis but I started to be too heavy so I had to go ski on my own. It is how I started…

 

When did you decide to commit yourself to the skiing and take it seriously? I think I always took it seriously since my first tournament. I was 7 on my first one, I was so stressed that my body was covered of eczema… My dad did not want me to it because of that but I was crying so he let me ski and I did well.  

 

Do you consider yourself to be an adrenaline junkie? I think that all athletes are adrenaline junkies that why it is so hard to quit…

 

Can you give us a rundown of your average day during the season? I am doing generally 3 sets a day. I like to ski mornings. It makes you feel good. I ski once or twice, go to work and ski again in the afternoon. 

 

What’s your favorite lake to fly at? Fluid ski and sport. 2 ramps we can jump every single day!!!

 

How do you prepare for a big competition? Pretty simple. I train like every day, eat, watch a movie and go to bed…

 

Do you still get nervous before a big tournament? Of course, I think that how you get your motivation to go out there…

What is the atmosphere like behind the scenes? What is your relationship with the other GTF? I think we have a lot of fun… GTF made us more united. I really feel that I am part of a group and love that idea. We are trying to build something together and for once it’s not only on the skis!

 

Any funny or most embarrassing stories you care to share? Heuu ok after each shower I dry myself with a hair dryer instead of a towel like everybody else… I know I am weird.

 

Do you think the jump suit will ever evolve to be figure flattering? I have a Camaro wetsuit. I think this suit is perfect to jump because the suit is really close from your body. However GTF has some thoughts about doing their own jump suits… You better watch out!

  

What have been your biggest career setbacks? I did not really have setbacks in my career. I had some up and down like everybody I guess but I never thought about quitting. I don’t think it’s possible for me to stop skiing I would be too depressed and bored…

 

In your opinion what have your greatest achievements been so far? I would say my 2 bronze overall medals at the worlds in 2009 Canada and 2011 Russia.

 

Who or what are your inspirations? My parents. They gave me everything they could for me to be happy. They are always there for me. They are the best in the bad moments…

What affect does your career as a pro women jumper have on your personal life? My career is my life I am hanging out with pro waterskiers all the times so I guess it does not affect my personal life. The only think that I miss is my family and friends from home. Because of that sport, I had to come in the US to train and become better so I am missing a lot of things at home that my only regrets. 

 

 

Any words of wisdom to share with up and coming jumpers? Especially girls? Jump with your head…

What’s up next for you? 3 weeks in Australia (Moomba, world cup and perth night jump)

 

Why should everyone read this buy a GTF calendar? Because GTF girls are amazing!!!