About Matt Garcka

Matt Garcka is the co-host of the Skiing is Believing podcast. Garcka's involvement in ski racing as a fan and a journalist has so far been relatively short-lived. His co-host and grandad inspired him to start watching ski racing four years ago. Matt's love for ski racing has only grown since then, with the podcast in its second series now. One day, he hopes to be a senior sports/ski racing commentator, with his journalistic career having recently begun, aged 16.

Mangan and Maple Lead US Success at Corralco SAC Speed Events

US racers closed the South American Cup speed finals in Corralco with strong results, as Tricia Mangan earned a Super-G win, Allison Mollin scored multiple podiums, and independent World Cup skier Wiley Maple captured a Super-G victory. The performances capped a productive training block in Chile and gave the Americans valuable momentum heading into the World Cup season and Olympic year.

By | 2025-10-06T07:16:16-06:00 October 3rd, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Mangan and Maple Lead US Success at Corralco SAC Speed Events

Britt Janyk joins top ten series on Skiing is Believing podcast

In the fourth episode of the Skiing is Believing top ten series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg sit down with Canadian World Cup winner Britt Janyk to break down the greatest downhillers of all time—from Moser-Pröll’s dominance in the ’70s to today’s legends and rising stars.

By | 2025-09-12T17:50:08-06:00 September 12th, 2025 | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Britt Janyk joins top ten series on Skiing is Believing podcast

Hensien and O’Brien Lead U.S. Slalom Domination at ANC Races

Katie Hensien and Nina O’Brien powered a North American slalom surge at the ANC series in New Zealand, combining for five wins as Eleri Smart added three Canadian podiums.

By | 2025-09-10T10:18:46-06:00 September 9th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Hensien and O’Brien Lead U.S. Slalom Domination at ANC Races

Norwegian duo, Sylvester-Davik & Bakkevig joins the Skiing is Believing podcast

In this special Skiing is Believing episode, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka talk with Norwegian ski racers Madeleine Sylvester-Davik and Rasmus Bakkevig about their breakout World Cup seasons, the depth of Norway’s tech team, and their ambitions for the year ahead—plus a lighthearted couples quick-fire round.

By | 2025-08-29T08:42:47-06:00 August 29th, 2025 | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Norwegian duo, Sylvester-Davik & Bakkevig joins the Skiing is Believing podcast

Norway’s Rasmus Windingstad Ends Ski Racing Career

Norwegian skier Rasmus Windingstad has announced his retirement after 11 years on the World Cup tour, where he earned three podiums, one victory, and competed at the 2022 Olympics. The 30-year-old giant slalom specialist will be remembered for his Attacking Viking style and consistent presence in one of the sport’s deepest teams.

By | 2025-08-27T14:12:21-06:00 August 25th, 2025 | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Norway’s Rasmus Windingstad Ends Ski Racing Career

Jesse Kertesz-Knight Kicks Off the Next Gen Series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

Jesse Kertesz-Knight shares his passion for skiing, his journey through the sport, and his experiences at Marmot Basin on the Skiing is Believing podcast.

By | 2025-08-25T08:40:00-06:00 August 22nd, 2025 | Tags: , , , | Comments Off on Jesse Kertesz-Knight Kicks Off the Next Gen Series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

Legendary U.S. Downhill Racer and Coach AJ Kitt Joins The Skiing is Believing Podcast

In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast summer series, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka had the privilege of welcoming former American downhiller and Ski & Snowboard Club Vail coach, AJ Kitt.

By | 2025-08-15T14:34:13-06:00 August 15th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Legendary U.S. Downhill Racer and Coach AJ Kitt Joins The Skiing is Believing Podcast

Tanguy Nef: From Dartmouth to World Cup Slalom Star

Tanguy Nef is carving his own path to Olympic contention, blending Ivy League academics with World Cup success. The 28-year-old Swiss slalom skier, now ranked among the world’s top ten, reflects on his unique journey through the NCAA system, his breakthrough season, and what it means to chase the Olympic dream.

By | 2025-08-07T14:15:42-06:00 August 7th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Tanguy Nef: From Dartmouth to World Cup Slalom Star

Ian Findlay Joins Skiing is Believing’s Top Ten Series

In the third episode of the Top 10 series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg welcome FIS TV and TNT Sports commentator Ian Findlay to discuss the legends of Men's GS. Tune in!

By | 2025-07-31T07:32:32-06:00 July 31st, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Ian Findlay Joins Skiing is Believing’s Top Ten Series

Dr. Jim Taylor Breaks Down the Mental Side of Alpine Ski Racing on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

In a very special episode of the Skiing is Believing Podcast summer series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg welcomed renowned sports psychologist, Dr. Jim Taylor to express the importance of mentality and psychology across sport, and particularly ski racing. Tune in!

By | 2025-07-23T13:01:46-06:00 July 23rd, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Dr. Jim Taylor Breaks Down the Mental Side of Alpine Ski Racing on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

Emma Carrick-Anderson Joins the Top 10 series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

In the second episode of the new top ten series on the Skiing is Believing podcast they welcomed former British World Cup racer, Emma Carrick-Anderson. Together, they discussed their top ten current female racers. Tune in!

By | 2025-07-19T04:08:26-06:00 July 18th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Emma Carrick-Anderson Joins the Top 10 series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

Filip Zubčić Talks World Cup, Croatian Success, and Olympic Season Prep on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

In the fourth episode of the Skiing is Believing Podcast summer series, Croatian technical expert and three-time World Cup winner Filip Zubčić joined Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka. Tune in!

By | 2025-07-15T08:18:30-06:00 July 14th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Filip Zubčić Talks World Cup, Croatian Success, and Olympic Season Prep on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

Daron Rahlves Kicks Off the Top Ten Series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

In the first episode of the new top ten series on the Skiing is Believing podcast, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka welcomed nine-time World Cup Downhill winner Daron Rahlves back to the show. Together, they discussed their top ten male downhill racers of all time. Tune in!

By | 2025-07-08T07:51:06-06:00 July 8th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Daron Rahlves Kicks Off the Top Ten Series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast

Meet The Publisher, Peter Lange of Ski Racing Media Joins the Skiing is Believing Podcast

In the third episode of the Skiing is Believing summer series, they welcomed Peter Lange, the publisher of Ski Racing Media. Tune in!

By | 2025-07-04T08:39:07-06:00 July 3rd, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Meet The Publisher, Peter Lange of Ski Racing Media Joins the Skiing is Believing Podcast

Ola Masdal Joins the Skiing is Believing Podcast in the Coach’s Corner Series

In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, co-hosts Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg were joined by the head coach of the Norwegian men's tech team, Ola Masdal. Tune in!

By | 2025-06-30T08:22:13-06:00 June 30th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Ola Masdal Joins the Skiing is Believing Podcast in the Coach’s Corner Series

Matt & Alan Are Back: The Skiing is Believing Podcast Welcomes Mina Holtmann

Kicking off their summer series, the Skiing is Believing podcast, hosted by grandfather-grandson duo Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg, chatted with Norwegian tech star Mina Fuerst Holtmann in their first episode.

By | 2025-06-23T11:57:07-06:00 June 23rd, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Matt & Alan Are Back: The Skiing is Believing Podcast Welcomes Mina Holtmann

Great Britain Names Its Alpine Team for the 2026 Olympic Season

GB Snowsport has named its 33-athlete alpine team for the Olympic season, highlighted by Dave Ryding’s final campaign and the World Cup Team debut of speed specialist Roy Steudle. Rising stars like the Carrick-Smith brothers and Molly Butler strengthen a deep Europa Cup squad, as Great Britain builds momentum toward Milano-Cortina 2026.

By | 2025-06-19T15:28:31-06:00 June 16th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Great Britain Names Its Alpine Team for the 2026 Olympic Season

Britain’s Best Alpine Skier Dave Ryding to Retire After 2026 Olympics

Britain’s most successful alpine skier, Dave Ryding, has announced that the 2025–26 season will be his last. The 38-year-old slalom star plans to retire after his fifth Olympic appearance, aiming to end his career with a historic podium and a new personal best at the Games.

By | 2025-06-19T15:28:48-06:00 June 12th, 2025 | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Britain’s Best Alpine Skier Dave Ryding to Retire After 2026 Olympics

Great Britain’s Alpine Ski Team Builds Momentum Toward Milano-Cortina 2026

The GB Snowsport Alpine Ski Team is turning heads with a season full of breakthroughs, top-10 World Cup finishes, and rising stars on both the men’s and women’s sides. With momentum building ahead of Milano-Cortina 2026, Britain could be on the verge of making British Olympic history.

By | 2025-04-18T07:18:17-06:00 April 16th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Great Britain’s Alpine Ski Team Builds Momentum Toward Milano-Cortina 2026

The World Cup returns to Hafjell to host the penultimate tech events of the season

World Cup ski racing returns to Hafjell this weekend for the season’s final giant slalom and slalom before the Finals. The stakes couldn't be higher with season titles on the line and Norway chasing a historic home victory. Who will rise to the occasion on the Kringelåsen course?

By | 2025-04-13T13:18:21-06:00 March 12th, 2025 | Tags: , , , | Comments Off on The World Cup returns to Hafjell to host the penultimate tech events of the season

Žan Kranjec: A Conversation with the Slovenian Giant Slalom Superstar on Skiing Is Believing Podcast

In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, Matt Garcka met with the 2022 Olympic giant slalom silver medallist, Žan Kranjec.

By | 2025-02-27T14:17:40-07:00 February 27th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Žan Kranjec: A Conversation with the Slovenian Giant Slalom Superstar on Skiing Is Believing Podcast

Meet the Carrick-Smiths, Britain’s three brothers, taking the ski racing world by storm!

The story of alpine racers from Great Britain: Luca, Freddy, and Zak Carrick-Smith. The sons of four-time British Olympian Emma Carrick-Anderson and former ski instructor, Phil Smith.

By | 2024-11-08T14:42:11-07:00 October 20th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Meet the Carrick-Smiths, Britain’s three brothers, taking the ski racing world by storm!
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