Competitive show skiing began with the first Wisconsin State Water Ski Show Tournament in July 1967. Wisconsin Rapids native Jack Lukes was instrumental in creating the tournament, helping write the tournament rules, and securing endorsement of the Wisconsin Water Ski Federation. Seven clubs from Wisconsin competed under those rules, which contained elements used in today's scoring system. The Wisconsin State Water Ski Show Championships grew into the largest tournament of its kind in the world, while Lake Wazeecha became known as one of the country's top venues for show skiing. Because of Jack Lukes' commitment to the sport he loved, thousands of skiers, fans, and spectators come to Red Sands Beach every summer to enjoy competition and entertainment on the water.