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About the Author: Matt Garcka

Matt Garcka is the co-host of the Skiing is Believing podcast and an emerging voice in ski racing journalism. Introduced to the sport by his co-host and grandfather, Garcka began following alpine ski racing four years ago and quickly developed a deep passion for the World Cup circuit and the athletes who define it. That passion helped launch Skiing is Believing, now in its third series, where Garcka combines analysis, storytelling, and fan perspective to cover the sport. At just 16, he began building a career in sports journalism and hopes to one day become a senior ski racing commentator.

Posts of : Matt Garcka

  • World Cup

    Freddy Carrick-Smith’s 12th in Sölden Makes British GS History

    Freddy Carrick-Smith climbed from a tie for 21st to 12th in Sölden, earning his first World Cup points and making British men’s GS history.

    Matt GarckaOct 28, 2026
  • World Cup

    Alice Robinson Returns to Sölden With Giant Slalom in Focus

    Seven years after her breakthrough Sölden win, Alice Robinson returns to the Rettenbach with a super-G victory behind her and giant slalom in focus.

    Matt GarckaOct 23, 2026
  • World Cup

    Goggia & Brignone give health updates at Trento Sports Festival

    Federica Brignone and Sofia Goggia shared health updates at the Festival dello Sport in Trento. Brignone continues rehabilitation after knee surgery, while Goggia recovers from two viral infections. Their returns to competition remain uncertain.

    Matt GarckaOct 06, 2026
  • Race Coverage

    South American Cup: Bocock Wins, Lindsey Breaks Through

    Mary Bocock and U.S. independent Rhett Lindsey won downhills at the 2026 South American Cup finals in Corralco, Chile. AJ Hurt added a super-G podium, while Barbora Nováková claimed three season titles. Race results, final standings and athlete perspectives.

    Matt GarckaOct 02, 2026
  • 2030 French Olympics

    2030 Olympic Alpine Skiing Venues: Courchevel and Val d’Isère Confirmed

    The 2030 Olympic alpine skiing venue map is set. Courchevel will host the speed disciplines, while Val d’Isère stages the technical races on separate men’s and women’s slopes.

    Matt GarckaSep 17, 2026
  • ANC continental cups

    GBR’s Molly Butler, AUT’s Meissl Win 2026 Australia New Zealand Cup Overall Titles

    GBR’s Molly Butler and Austria’s Christoph Meissl claimed the 2026 Australia New Zealand Cup overall titles after an international Coronet Peak finale shaped by weather cancellations.

    Matt GarckaSep 11, 2026
  • Race Coverage

    CZE’s Novakova, USA’s Cutler Lead La Parva South American Cup Speed Races

    CZE’s Barbora Novakova and USA’s Haley Cutler controlled the women’s La Parva speed series, while two junior world champions swept the men’s races.

    Matt GarckaSep 10, 2026
  • Athlete injuries

    Marco Odermatt Suffers Minor Muscle Injury During Preseason

    A minor muscle injury has interrupted Marco Odermatt’s preparation for the 2026-27 season. The five-time overall champion did not travel to Chile with the Swiss team.

    Matt GarckaSep 01, 2026
  • Brand News

    Crans-Montana 2027 World Championships: Full Schedule and Guide

    The FIS Alpine World Ski Championships return to Crans-Montana 40 years after the Swiss resort hosted the 1987 edition. Here is the complete schedule, race venue information and a look at the athletes positioned to defend their titles.

    Matt GarckaAug 31, 2026
  • Race Coverage

    Australia New Zealand Cup Opens With Stifel U.S. Ski Team Podiums at Mt Hutt

    Live ski racing returned at Mt Hutt with Americans Elisabeth Bocock and Liv Moritz earning victories as the 2026/27 Australia-New Zealand Cup season got underway in New Zealand.

    Matt GarckaAug 26, 2026
  • Race Coverage

    Stifel U.S. Ski Team Wins Three as South American Cup Opens

    The U.S. women opened the 2026/27 South American Cup with three victories and a run of podiums at Cerro Castor, leaving Ushuaia with Americans holding the top four spots in the overall standings.

    Matt GarckaAug 25, 2026
  • World Cup

    Katharina Liensberger Comeback: From Olympic Heartbreak to Hope

    A devastating knee injury ended Katharina Liensberger’s Olympic season. Now, the Austrian champion is finding patience, perspective and renewed love for skiing on her road back.

    Matt GarckaAug 17, 2026
  • Media

    The Edge Ski Team: the new global team joins the Skiing is Believing podcast

    Aleix Linse and new coach Martin Fahrner join the Skiing is Believing podcast to discuss the launch of The Edge Ski Team, its international 2026/27 roster and their ambitions for the season ahead.

    Matt GarckaAug 10, 2026
  • Media

    Olympic medallist Jackie Wiles returns to the Skiing is Believing podcast

    Jackie Wiles reflects on the best season of her career, the strength of the U.S. women's speed team, thoughts on retirement, and the excitement building for the 2026-27 World Cup season in the latest Skiing is Believing podcast.

    Matt GarckaAug 04, 2026
  • Athletes Health

    Federica Brignone Returns to Snow, Future Still Undecided

    Federica Brignone returned to snow July 30 for the first time since her final World Cup race in Soldeu. However, the two-time Olympic champion has not decided whether she will compete during the 2026-27 season.

    Matt GarckaAug 03, 2026
  • Media

    Meet the team: Katie Twible joins the Skiing is Believing podcast

    Former ski racer and World Cup coach Katie Twible shares her journey from athlete to coach to Ski Racing Media, and why she's passionate about the future of ski racing.

    Matt GarckaJul 27, 2026
  • Death

    Swiss Ski Legend Roland Collombin dies aged 75

    Swiss downhill legend Roland Collombin, Olympic silver medallist and two-time World Cup Downhill champion, has died at the age of 75 after a battle with cancer.

    Matt GarckaJul 13, 2026
  • Olympics

    IOC Lifts Russian Olympic Committee Suspension, Opening Path to Return

    The IOC has provisionally lifted its suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee. However, questions remain about Russia’s flag, anthem and eligibility at future Olympic Games.

    Matt GarckaJul 10, 2026
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