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(Memphis) The Collierville Water Ski Club braved the icy waters of the Mississippi river New Year’s day to help Mid-South children suffering from life-threatening illnesses.

The group held it’s annual Ski Freeze at Mud Island River Park to benefit the Dream Factory of Memphis.

All the money raised Wednesday went toward a Memphis boy’s trip to Disney World.