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Tristan Lane is channeling his entrepreneurial drive off the slopes into Propheski, , a fantasy ski racing app he developed after noticing the lack of platforms for ski fans. “I played fantasy ski racing with friends on shared spreadsheets,” Lane shared. “I realized there wasn't an easy way to do it, so I built one.”

With the 2024-25 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup just days away, Paula Moltzan is charging into the new season with focus and determination. Read more about her mindset heading into the season and her goals.

Stifel US Ski Team's Bridger Gile is set to return to the World Cup giant slalom circuit after battling injuries. Gile, 24, will race on the challenging Sölden course on Oct. 27. Last season, he earned a World Cup start position for this season and aims to make a strong comeback.

Johan Eliasch, president of the International Ski Federation (FIS), has officially announced his candidacy for the presidency of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Since taking charge of FIS in June 2021, Eliasch has led the organization through a period of transformation. On July 24, 2024, he earned a place as a member of the IOC. In a letter to IOC members, Eliasch outlined his vision for the future of the organization and addressed the challenges ahead.

Featured Image: Zoi Eckfeldt (yellow), Nell Nyman (multi) with Whitney Gardner, Head Women’s FIS coach

Lindsey Vonn, one of the greatest ski racers ever, may be eyeing a return to the World Cup circuit. Rumors have been swirling, and recent evidence suggests that the legendary skier could be considering a Wildcard World Cup start position.

Get ready for another thrilling season of Alpine World Cup racing! In just 25 days, the women will kick off the action on October 26. For the first three races, the men and women will compete at the same venues during the same weekend.

Austria has led Alpine ski racing for decades. The country’s success benefited from easy access to glaciers, a solid grassroots system, and a deep passion for skiing. But things have changed. Austria now faces new obstacles that threaten its dominance. Two highly experienced insiders explain how the landscape has shifted and what Austria needs to do to remain competitive.

Ryder Sarchett \ Saint Jean d’Aulps, France. (Photo by Nils Louna/Agence Zoom) Ryder Sarchett, a

Josef “Pepi” Stiegler, born in 1937 in Lienz, Austria, became one of the most iconic figures in ski racing. Growing up in the Osttirol region of Austria, his skiing journey began simply. Still, it led him to the sport's highest peaks, winning three Olympic medals and establishing an inspiring legacy.

Jevin Palmquist is a name that stands out in the alpine skiing and hockey communities. At just 17, Jevin has achieved remarkable milestones in his athletic career. This year, he is the only male rookie skier named to the Stifel US Ski Team. Moreover, Palmquist is ranked the number one slalom skier worldwide for his 2007 birth year and 153 in slalom, including all FIS ages.

This season, Paige Dehart was welcomed onto the Stifel US Ski Team as the new and only female rookie! Learn more about her passion and grit that got her to this accomplishment.

The Stifel US Ski Team has officially named its 2024-25 roster, featuring athletes across various competition groups. This announcement comes from Chief of Sport Anouk Patty, who highlighted the team’s structure for the coming season, segmented into several elite World Cup groups and Europa Cup and NorAm teams.

Copper Mountain, Colorado, proudly identifies itself as the Athlete's Mountain, and for good reason. Ski Racing Media had the opportunity to interview Frank Kelble, the Competition Manager, and Dustin Lyman, the President of Copper Mountain, to delve deeper into what makes this mountain unique for athletes.

Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, one of the world's most successful speed event skiers, faces another setback in his recovery journey. Despite weeks of antibiotics, Kilde recently shared on Instagram that the infection in his shoulder, sustained after a crash in January during the Lauberhorn downhill in Wengen, Switzerland, has persisted.

Ryding believed the 2023-24 season would be his last. He shares his thought process: "I always saw the 2023-24 season as a fitting finale. After the last Olympics, each year felt like a bonus. But something changed last season. The results continued and the fire in me didn't go out."

Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, the 31-year-old Norwegian star, will face a prolonged rehabilitation after falling in Wengen last January. According to the Norwegian Ski Federation's press release, Kilde recently underwent another surgery on his left shoulder at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado.

Ginnis has recently revamped his GreSki staff, adding new dynamics. The new head coach is Magnus Andersson, a Swede with a stellar record. Andersson previously found success with the Swedish men’s team and had a notable tenure as the Head US Women’s World Cup tech coach. Thomas Woolson, Ginnis's close friend from Green Mountain Valley School and Dartmouth College, is joining the team. Andersson has also recruited Slovenian ski technician Primoz Finzgar to join the team.