About 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 second 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.

Men’s NorAm Recap: Nelson Leads Overall After Six Races on Birds of Prey

The Men’s NorAm circuit raced six days on Beaver Creek’s Birds of Prey World Cup hill immediately after the World Cup departed, with Isaiah Nelson leading a deep international field across speed and technical events.

By | 2025-12-18T18:40:13-07:00 December 15th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Men’s NorAm Recap: Nelson Leads Overall After Six Races on Birds of Prey

Roy Steudle Copper Super-G: Britain’s top speedster begins his World Cup Season

Roy Steudle opens his World Cup season in Thursday’s Copper super-G, stepping in as Britain’s leading speed skier. His path, pressure, and hopes for a breakthrough are all here.

By | 2025-11-26T10:46:51-07:00 November 25th, 2025 | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Roy Steudle Copper Super-G: Britain’s top speedster begins his World Cup Season

Britain Makes Slalom History in Levi Ahead of Gurgl Weekend

Britain delivered a historic World Cup slalom opener in Levi, with Laurie Taylor’s fastest second run leading three athletes into the points and marking one of the program’s strongest days ever.

By | 2025-11-21T10:54:52-07:00 November 21st, 2025 | Tags: , , , | Comments Off on Britain Makes Slalom History in Levi Ahead of Gurgl Weekend

Lindsey Vonn talks legacy, comeback, and leadership on the Skiing is Believing podcast

Lindsey Vonn reflects on Erich Sailer’s lasting influence, her inspiring comeback, and the mission of her foundation in a new Skiing is Believing podcast episode with hosts Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka.

By | 2025-11-07T14:17:17-07:00 November 7th, 2025 | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Lindsey Vonn talks legacy, comeback, and leadership on the Skiing is Believing podcast

Freddy Carrick-Smith Set for World Cup Debut in Sölden

Eighteen-year-old Freddy Carrick-Smith will make his World Cup debut this weekend in Sölden, following in the tracks of Charlie Raposo, who last raced in the 2024 season. Confident and composed, the rising British skier from a family of racers is ready to test himself against the world’s best and help drive a new era for British Alpine skiing.

By | 2025-10-21T08:45:59-06:00 October 20th, 2025 | Tags: , , , | Comments Off on Freddy Carrick-Smith Set for World Cup Debut in Sölden

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
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