Alpine Canada Alpin has announced the athletes nominated to the Canadian Ski Team for the 2024/25 season, marking a significant step in their Made for Canada Strategic Plan. This plan is dedicated to preparing athletes for the 2026 and 2030 Olympic Winter Games, with a sharp focus on youth development through the introduction of the Canadian Alpine Ski Team (CAST) D tier.

A Strategic Shift

In a surprising move, Alpine Canada will not field a women’s World Cup speed team for the second consecutive season. Despite this, several athletes have been named who are expected to compete in some World Cup speed events. The most shocking development, however, is the decision not to field or support a men’s World Cup tech team this season. Their men’s World Cup tech athletes will compete as independents.

Introduction of CAST D and National Next Gen

To bolster the development of young talent, Alpine Canada is introducing the CAST D team. This new tier focuses on U21 and some U24 athletes who have podium potential, providing them with the opportunity to compete at the Continental Cup level (Nor-Am & Europa Cup) and World Junior Championships. The CAST D initiative stems from Project Excel, a collaborative effort involving Alpine Canada, Provincial/Territorial Sport Organizations, athletes, and their families.

“Congratulations to the athletes who have been nominated to the team. They have all put in significant effort on and off the snow to achieve this nomination,” said John Kucera, Men’s Alpine Head Coach. “I am very excited for the introduction of the CAST D Team and look forward to all of our staff working to support the athletes on their journey to the podium.”

Athlete Nominations

The following athletes have been nominated to the Canadian Alpine Ski Team for the 2024/25 season:

Women:

• Ali Nullmeyer (Toronto, ON/Georgian Peaks Ski Club), Middlebury College, GMVS, Atomic, Level Gloves
• Amelia Smart (Invermere, BC/Panorama Ski Club), University of Denver, Atomic, Level Gloves
• Arianne Forget (Prévost, QC/S1/Belle Neige), Atomic, Level Gloves
• Britt Richardson (Canmore, AB/Calgary Alpine Racing Club), Dynastar, Lange, LOOK, Oakley, Level Gloves
• Cassidy Gray (Panorama, BC/Team Panorama Ski Club), Atomic, Level Gloves
• Justine Lamontagne (St-Ferréol-les-Neiges, QC/Club de ski Mont Sainte-Anne)*, Montana State University, Rossignol/LOOK
• Kiki (Kiara) Alexander (Sunshine Village, AB/Alberta Ski Team), Rossignol/LOOK
• Laurence St-Germain (St-Ferréol-les-Neiges, QC/Club de ski Mont Sainte-Anne), University of Vermont , Rossignol, LOOK, Level Gloves
• Valérie Grenier (Mont-Tremblant, QC/Club de ski Mont-Tremblant), Rossignol/LOOK, Level Gloves

*Justine Lamontagne, Montana State University, Rossignol/LOOK has been nominated as an alternate.

Men:

• Asher Jordan (North Vancouver, BC/Whistler Mountain Ski Club), Atomic, Level Gloves
• Broderick Thompson (Whistler, BC/Whistler Mountain Ski Club), HEAD, Oakley, Level Gloves
• Brodie Seger (North Vancouver, BC/Whistler Mountain Ski Club), Atomic, Level Gloves
• Cameron Alexander (North Vancouver, BC/Whistler Mountain Ski Club), Rossignol, LOOK, Level Gloves
• James Crawford (Toronto, ON/Georgian Peaks Ski Club & Whistler Mountain Ski Club), HEAD, Level Gloves
• Jeffrey Read (Canmore, AB/Banff Alpine Racers), Atomic, UVEX, Level Gloves
• Kyle Alexander (North Vancouver, BC/Whistler Mountain Ski Club), Rossignol, LOOK, Level Gloves
• Liam Wallace (Calgary, AB/Sunshine Alpine Racers), University of Alaska Anchorage, Rossignol/LOOK, Level Gloves
• Riley Seger (North Vancouver, BC/Whistler Mountain Ski Club), Montana State University, Rossignol/LOOK, Level Gloves

Athlete nominations are based on published criteria, with final team selections to be officially announced in the fall, closer to the start of the season.

Looking Forward

The introduction of the CAST D team and the National Next Gen group in Ski Cross and Para Alpine is expected to provide a robust platform for young athletes, enhancing their development and preparing them for future Olympic success. This initiative highlights Alpine Canada’s

Information sources alpinecanada.org and fis-ski.com