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Unraveling the Epidemic of World Cup Injuries: Insights and Trends

The frequency of these season-ending injuries is alarming for the racers and the many fans of the White Circus, who missed seeing their heroes demonstrate power, agility, and courage as they hurtle down the mountains at high speeds.

By |2024-03-28T14:26:16-06:00March 26th, 2024|Tags: |Comments Off on Unraveling the Epidemic of World Cup Injuries: Insights and Trends

2024 Men’s World Cup Downhill Finals Preview: Winners, Title Chase, and Nations Cup Standings

GEPA pictures Who is racing in the Saalbach men's downhill finals, when and how to

By |2024-03-23T12:50:58-06:00March 23rd, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |Comments Off on 2024 Men’s World Cup Downhill Finals Preview: Winners, Title Chase, and Nations Cup Standings

Charging Tiger: Federica Brignone’s Italian Recipe for Skiing Success at 33

The 33-year-old Italian veteran shows little sign of slowing down as the oldest competitor on tour. Add Brignone’s mantra along with proficient coaching from her brother Davide and it’s a homemade Italian recipe for success.

By |2024-03-25T10:07:17-06:00March 22nd, 2024|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Charging Tiger: Federica Brignone’s Italian Recipe for Skiing Success at 33

Preview: World Cup Women’s Downhill Finals & Top Contenders

The list of racers competing, when, and how to watch the women's World Cup downhill finals on Saturday, March 23rd, in Saalbach, Austria. Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled World Cup finals women's downhill race on Saturday, March 23rd, in Saalbach, Austria. This highly anticipated event and final women's race of the season will showcase the skills of top racers and promise intense and thrilling competition for spectators and fans alike.

By |2024-03-22T12:53:04-06:00March 22nd, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Preview: World Cup Women’s Downhill Finals & Top Contenders

Saalbach World Cup Men’s Super-G: Title to be Decided at Finals

Who is racing in the Saalbach Men's SG finals, when, and how to watch on Friday, March 22nd. On Friday, March 22nd, all eyes will be on Saalbach, Austria, as the men's super-G event unfolds, marking a crucial moment in the World Cup finals. The culmination of a season filled with intense competition and standout performances sets the stage for an exhilarating showdown.

Preview: Women’s Super-G World Cup Finals & Gut-Behrami’s Dominance

The list of racers competing, when, and how to watch the women's World Cup super-G finals on Friday, March 22nd, in Saalbach, Austria. The women's super-G World Cup finals in Saalbach, Austria, are set to be an exhilarating showdown that will conclude a compelling SG season. Let's dive into how the season unfolded, who's leading the super-G title chase, the Nations Cup status, and the Stifel US Ski Team athlete in contention.

By |2024-03-21T12:33:44-06:00March 21st, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Preview: Women’s Super-G World Cup Finals & Gut-Behrami’s Dominance

USA U16 Athletes Shine at FESA Alpine Ski Cup in Andorra

The Federation of European Ski & Snowboard Associations (FESA) Alpine Ski Cup recently took place in Soldeu, Andorra, drawing athletes born in 2008 and 2009 from nine Central European countries. Despite the United States being the only invited nation and not a member, its athletes showcased exceptional talent and spirit at this prestigious international U16 race.

By |2024-03-25T10:08:18-06:00March 21st, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , |Comments Off on USA U16 Athletes Shine at FESA Alpine Ski Cup in Andorra

US Alpine Championships at Sun Valley: Full Spectator Guide & Event Schedule Included

Sun Valley Resort is proud to be hosting the Toyota U.S. Alpine Championships presented by Stifel, March 20-24, and today, U.S. Ski & Snowboard announces the full athlete roster set to compete in the slalom, giant slalom and super-G events, vying for the title of National Champion. 

By |2024-03-25T10:07:33-06:00March 19th, 2024|Tags: , , |Comments Off on US Alpine Championships at Sun Valley: Full Spectator Guide & Event Schedule Included

Ragnhild Mowinckel Retires: Ski Icon’s Legacy and Highlights

This week, Norway’s winningest female alpine ski racer in history, Ragnhild Mowinckel, concludes her World Cup career at the Finals in Saalbach, Austria. The popular athlete summarizes her career highlights and offers insights in a conversation with Ski Racing Media.

By |2024-03-19T09:01:03-06:00March 18th, 2024|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Ragnhild Mowinckel Retires: Ski Icon’s Legacy and Highlights

Brignone Triumphs in Saalbach GS Race, Gut-Behrami Seals Season GS and Overall Titles in Thrilling Finale

the only way Italian Federica Brignone could overtake Lara Gut-Behrami and win the GS title was to win and have Gut-Behrami finish outside the top 15. Delivering fantastic skiing, Brignone attacked both runs at her limit and won the race by an amazing (+1.36). For the fourth time this season, she became the oldest woman to win. However, because Gut-Behrami finished tenth, Brignone fell 21 points short of earning her second World Cup GS title.

By |2024-03-17T10:03:09-06:00March 17th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Brignone Triumphs in Saalbach GS Race, Gut-Behrami Seals Season GS and Overall Titles in Thrilling Finale

Ski Racing Showdown: Gut-Behrami vs. Brignone for Season GS Title in Saalbach

Sunday, March 17th: Saalbach Austria Switzerland's Lara Gut-Behrami will try to lock up the season GS title. However, the only woman with a mathematical possibility of overtaking her is Italian Federica Brignone, who leads after the first run. Brignone would have to win to earn the globe, and Gut-Behrami would have to finish outside the top 15. Gut-Behrami's first run efforts have her ranked 6th (+1.67).

Saalbach Austria Men’s World Cup SL Finals: Feller’s Triumph and Global Showdown

Who is skiing, when and how to watch the men's Sunday, March 17th Saalbach World Cup Slalom Finals On Sunday, March 17th, the Men’s World Cup Finals Slalom (SL) in Saalbach, Austria, will showcase the best of the best in the slalom gate. Only the cream of the crop has made it to the finals.

By |2024-03-16T13:43:36-06:00March 16th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , |Comments Off on Saalbach Austria Men’s World Cup SL Finals: Feller’s Triumph and Global Showdown

Shiffrin’s GS Withdrawal Alters Saalbach Finals: Gut-Behrami and Brignone Battle for Title

With the Women’s World Cup Finals in Saalbach, Austria, just around the corner, the buzz surrounding the Sunday, March 17th giant slalom (GS) event intensifies. This season has been a rollercoaster ride of fierce competition and jaw-dropping victories. At the forefront of this gripping narrative stands Lara Gut-Behrami of Switzerland, dominating the GS scene with her stellar performances.

By |2024-03-16T13:45:22-06:00March 16th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Shiffrin’s GS Withdrawal Alters Saalbach Finals: Gut-Behrami and Brignone Battle for Title

Mikaela Shiffrin Earns 97th Career Win in Stunning Slalom Finals Victory

Saturday, March 16th, Saalbach Austria, Stifel US Ski Team's shining star Mikaela Shiffrin overcame a first-run deficit to earn her seventh World Cup slalom victory of the season.

Saalbach World Cup Slalom Final: Larsson Leads, Shiffrin Chases in Final Run

Saturday, March 16th, Saalbach Austria, the only woman not named Mikaela Shiffrin or Petra Vlhová to win a World Cup slalom this season; Sweden's Anna Swenn Larsson has the first-run lead. Skiing with bib 2 in warm salted snow, the Soldeu slalom winner has put herself in the driver's seat for her career fourth victory.

Preview: Men’s World Cup Finals GS – Odermatt Dominates & U.S. Contenders

Who is racing in Saalbach, when, and how to watch the men's World Cup finals giant slalom on March 16th

By |2024-03-15T13:41:02-06:00March 15th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Preview: Men’s World Cup Finals GS – Odermatt Dominates & U.S. Contenders

Saalbach World Cup SL Finals Preview: Shiffrin’s Final Race of 23/24 Season

Saturday’s slalom in Saalbach, Austria, marks a pivotal moment in the skiing world, with the season's top 25 skiers in slalom (SL) and the Junior World Slalom Champion invited to race in the World Cup finals. However, due to injuries only 23 will race.

By |2024-03-15T12:23:39-06:00March 15th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Saalbach World Cup SL Finals Preview: Shiffrin’s Final Race of 23/24 Season

U18 US National Alpine Skiing Championships: Triumphs Amidst Teton Mountains

In the heart of Jackson, Wyoming, where the Teton mountains stand tall and the snow falls thick, the U18 US National Alpine Skiing Championships unfolded amidst both challenges and triumphs.

By |2024-03-14T19:06:32-06:00March 14th, 2024|Comments Off on U18 US National Alpine Skiing Championships: Triumphs Amidst Teton Mountains

RECAP: USCSA 45th Annual Collegiate National Championships

The U.S. Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association (USCSA) concluded the week of competition for its Collegiate National Championships Saturday with the men’s and women’s Dual Alpine Slalom, men’s and women’s Snowboard Alpine GIant Slalom, and the Nordic Freestyle Team Relay.

By |2024-03-14T16:24:18-06:00March 14th, 2024|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on RECAP: USCSA 45th Annual Collegiate National Championships

Mikaela Shiffrin’s Decision: Focusing Solely on Slalom at Saalbach World Cup Finals

Mikaela Shiffrin, the renowned ski racer, the winningest in history, took to Instagram to share her plans for the upcoming World Cup Finals in Saalbach, Austria. In a video post, Shiffrin expressed gratitude for the birthday wishes she received and updated fans on her schedule adjustment.

By |2024-03-25T10:11:44-06:00March 14th, 2024|Comments Off on Mikaela Shiffrin’s Decision: Focusing Solely on Slalom at Saalbach World Cup Finals

Reminiscing on the Colorado Buffs Comeback at NCAA Championships for their 21st Victory! 

During the 2024 NCAA Championships the University of Colorado had a milestone victory with a comeback that will go down in history.

By |2024-03-13T16:16:28-06:00March 13th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , |Comments Off on Reminiscing on the Colorado Buffs Comeback at NCAA Championships for their 21st Victory! 

FIS Chief Race Director Markus Waldner Discusses the Issues: Alpine World Cup

In a sincere interview with Ski Racing Media, the FIS Chief Race Director for the men’s World Cup, Markus Waldner, recently discussed the past, present and future. The experienced race director has a lot on his mind regarding adjustments necessary for the future of World Cup ski racing and shares his clear opinions.

By |2024-03-12T12:23:37-06:00March 12th, 2024|Tags: , |Comments Off on FIS Chief Race Director Markus Waldner Discusses the Issues: Alpine World Cup

World Cup Men’s Tech Finals: Odermatt Dominates GS, Feller Reigns in Slalom – Saalbach Showdown!

Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt has left an indelible mark on the World Cup Giant Slalom scene, clinching the season title with an extraordinary nine out of nine wins during the regular season In the slalom arena, Austria’s Manuel Feller emerges as the season’s champion, securing his first discipline globe with four wins in the regular season. Feller’s victory marks a significant achievement for Austrian skiing, ending a drought in the discipline globes since 2021.

By |2024-03-12T09:02:32-06:00March 11th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , , |Comments Off on World Cup Men’s Tech Finals: Odermatt Dominates GS, Feller Reigns in Slalom – Saalbach Showdown!

Should You Follow Live Timing When Your Kids Race?

This article is my third and final in a series on the role of technology in ski racing (here are #1 and #2). Today, I will focus on one technology that has become ever-present in our sport and is changing how parents (and kids) follow races. I’m talking about Live-Timing, an online real-time platform that tracks race results.

By |2024-03-15T05:29:46-06:00March 11th, 2024|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Should You Follow Live Timing When Your Kids Race?

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