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Competitive Champion · Community Builder · Teacher

Ken Sloan

Emerald Ball Architect

ContemporaryNorth America

Why They Matter

Beyond his competitive achievements, his creation of the Emerald Ball established a world-class competition on the West Coast that attracts top international competitors and has become a cornerstone of the American DanceSport calendar.

Known For

2x Professional US Standard Champion13 Star Ball titles5 World Championship appearancesEmerald Ball DanceSport Championship founder
BallroomLatin

Biography

Ken Sloan is a two-time Professional US Standard Champion who represented the United States at five World Championships and built the Emerald Ball DanceSport Championship into one of America's premier competitions.

As a competitive champion, community builder and teacher active during the Contemporary era, Ken left an indelible mark on Ballroom, Latin across North America. They are particularly remembered for 2x Professional US Standard Champion, 13 Star Ball titles, 5 World Championship appearances.

Legacy & Impact

Beyond his competitive achievements, his creation of the Emerald Ball established a world-class competition on the West Coast that attracts top international competitors and has become a cornerstone of the American DanceSport calendar.

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