David Benzel

David Benzel

David Benzel is the Founder and Executive Director of Growing Champions for Life, Inc., author of three books and a coaching manual. Growing Champions for Life provides parents and coaches with practical tools and positive strategies for helping athletes reach their full potential while enjoying the youth sport experience. His clients include, USA Swimming, US Figure Skating, USTA Player Development, USA Gymnastics, Florida Youth Soccer, Evert Tennis Academy, and the Florida Region of USA Volleyball. David is an eight-time National Water Ski Champion; Former coach of the U.S. Water Ski Team; Recipient of the Award of Distinction from the Water Ski Hall of Fame. David also served as a commentator on ESPN for the X Games and the Professional Water Ski Tour. His website is www.growingchampionsforlife.com