Lucas Braathen dominates the first run of the Levi Men’s Slalom World Cup opener, with Clement Noël and Timon Haugan rounding out the top three. Standout performances from young gun Eduard Hallberg and depth from Norway and France set the stage for an exciting second run.
Canadian slalom skier Amelia Smart is quietly making her mark on the World Cup circuit. Known for her consistency, composure, and curiosity, Smart approaches each season with a mix of technical precision and playful resilience. From her early ski roots in Whistler and Big White to balancing NCAA racing with World Cup starts, she’s learned that progress is rarely linear. With Levi World Cup slaloms on the horizon, Smart is focused on staying grounded, enjoying the process, and embracing the unpredictability of elite ski racing.
What started as a small ski film night in Collingwood has grown into one of Canada’s most impactful grassroots fundraisers. Path to the Podium is fueling the next generation of ski racers through community, storytelling, and a shared belief that every dollar helps build the future of Canadian alpine racing.
After battling a hip injury and months of recovery, Stifel U.S. Ski Team speed skier Isabella Wright is rediscovering her strength, confidence, and love for the sport. With a fresh mindset and renewed focus, she’s ready to trust her instincts and embrace the grind heading into an Olympic season.
High above the Arctic Circle, Levi Ski Resort has mastered the art of early-season racing. Through cutting-edge snow farming, community dedication, and a decade of innovation, the Finnish venue continues to deliver world-class conditions for the Levi World Cup—long before winter fully arrives elsewhere.
Enter to win one of five Toko Boot Bags — the ultimate insulated and waterproof gear bag for skiers and coaches. Contest ends December 1, 2025, so don’t miss your chance to upgrade your race-day setup!
Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt claimed victory in the men’s Giant Slalom at Sölden, edging Austria’s Marco Schwarz and Norway’s Atle McGrath. Challenging conditions and aggressive skiing made for a thrilling second run, while River Radamus was the lone North American in the top 30.
Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt holds a razor-thin lead after the first run of the Sölden Giant Slalom, with Austria’s Marco Schwarz and Stefan Brennsteiner close behind. Challenging visibility and deteriorating conditions claimed several athletes, leaving River Radamus as the sole North American contender heading into the second run.
Mikaela Shiffrin and Lauren Macuga headline Stifel’s new “Where Success Meets Success” campaign, launched as excitement builds for the 2025–26 World Cup season. The creative links athletic drive and business focus, featuring U.S. Ski Team athletes including Shiffrin, Macuga, Alex Ferreira, and Jessie Diggins.
Mikaela Shiffrin kicks off the 2025-26 World Cup season in Sölden, Austria, focused, motivated, and ready. After a balanced summer of training, travel, and personal projects, she’s eager to test her form and step into the new season with clarity and confidence.
Bryce’s journey from Tahoe ski hills to the World Cup blends grit, humor, and perspective. As a father, he balances racing with family life, mentorship, and personal growth, showing that true performance isn’t just about speed—it’s about focus, resilience, and appreciating the journey on and off the hill.
In ski racing and high-performance sport, female athletes often face unique challenges that standard training programs overlook. Physiotherapist Martina Plunger Beech is leading a shift toward education, awareness, and individualized care—helping athletes, coaches, and parents better understand the connection between physiology, performance, and empowerment.
From the slopes of Steamboat Springs to the World Cup stage, slalom specialist Jett Seymour is chasing his Olympic dream with resilience, gratitude, and balance. Supported by family, mentors, and mindfulness, Seymour’s journey to Cortina 2026 blends athletic ambition with a deep love for skiing.
Get ready for the 2025–26 winter season with fall and winter camps. There are plenty of great camps to choose from worldwide.
Denver Pioneers ski athletes are hitting the ground running for the 2026 season! From NCAA champion Sara Rask’s historic sweep to new Nordic recruits and inspiring alumni stories, discover how DU skiing is shaping the next generation of champions.
Rising U.S. Alpine star Lauren Macuga partners with Stifel as she gears up for an exciting World Cup season, bringing speed, ambition, and inspiration to the slopes.
Ski racing will always carry risk, but preventable tragedies are not inevitable. From empowering coaches to raising training standards and improving emergency preparedness, the sport must shift from reactive to proactive safety. Every athlete deserves an environment where speaking up is respected, tough decisions are supported, and safety is never compromised.
Over 500 people gathered on September 21st to celebrate the life of Erich Sailer, legendary coach, mentor and father, whose guidance and passion left a lasting impact on generations of ski racers.
After podium highs and career-threatening injuries, American speed skier Jacqueline Wiles has discovered resilience, perspective, and even a passion for flying that fuels her life on and off the slopes.
Britt Richardson’s journey from fearless childhood days on skis to the World Cup stage is rooted in passion, resilience, and joy. With her sights set on the Olympics, she’s redefining what it means to find success beyond results.
The Canadian women’s alpine development team enters a new era with head coach Marie-Ève Boulianne and assistant coach Leslie Firstbrook at the helm. Together, this dynamic duo is reshaping what leadership looks like in ski racing—building not just fast skiers, but confident, resilient young women.
Canadian downhill skier Brodie Seger heads into the Olympic season guided by family, resilience, and the family motto Power of Positive Thinking, while raising ALS awareness through his #Helmet4Hope initiative.
The Stifel U.S. Alpine Women’s World Cup Tech Team is kicking off its first training camp, under the leadership of new head coach Alek Glebov. Learn more about Alek and his goals in his new coaching role.
As the landscape of NCAA ski recruiting evolves, so do the tools and opportunities for athletes and their families navigating the path to collegiate competition, with the College Cup Camp spearheading these efforts.
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