Cody Marshal and his Wife Megan McJames hiking with their two daughters
Cody Marshall, a former U.S. Ski Team athlete and World Cup slalom skier, has returned to full-time coaching. He brings his personal journey and professional insight to the Alpine Racing Collective (ARC), a Park City-based program with dreams of redefining the athlete experience in alpine ski racing.
Alongside ARC founder Chris Probert, Marshall leads a program that challenges traditional norms and prioritizes the athlete’s long-term well-being. Their shared vision combines high performance with high integrity—a combination they believe produces fast skiers and confident individuals.
Legacy and Leadership
Marshall’s return to coaching is deeply personal. He followed in the footsteps of his older brother Jesse and helped pave the way for his younger sister Chelsea. All three raced on the World Cup for the U.S. Ski Team, part of a proud ski racing legacy rooted in Vermont. Their younger brother Tucker also competed at a high level on the NorAm circuit.
That family tradition shapes Marshall’s coaching philosophy—anchored in perseverance, humility, and deep respect for the sport. He understands what it means to grow up in a culture of skiing, to chase big goals, and to navigate the pressures and joys that come with elite performance.
From Recovery to Renewal
Between 2006 and 2009, Marshall competed in 18 World Cup slaloms and two giant slaloms, scoring three times in slalom. Known for his technical ability and willingness to push limits, he quickly climbed the ranks before a traumatic brain injury halted his progress. He fell more than 20 feet in an off-snow accident.
The injury ended his racing career but strengthened his understanding of athletic identity. Marshall credits ski racing with building the resilience that carried him through recovery—an outlook he now brings to his coaching.
“ARC isn’t just a job for me,” Marshall said. “It’s a chance to give back—to be part of an environment that builds athletes from the inside out.”
A New Model in a Traditional Landscape
Chris Probert built the foundation for ARC. He designed the program around small coach-to-athlete ratios (6:1), personalized training, and consistent mentorship, offering a unique path in a sport often focused on rankings, results and reputation.
ARC taps into the broad terrain and training options throughout the Park City area. With access to multiple resorts, the team integrates gate training with purposeful free skiing, creating a balanced and dynamic development environment. Athletes build adaptability, learn to move well, and grow into versatile skiers prepared for all disciplines.
Currently, ARC supports U8, U10, U12, and U14 athletes. Each age group follows a process that emphasizes technical fundamentals, strong movement patterns, and a resilient mindset. As interest increases, ARC remains open to expanding the age range for athletes seeking a values-driven culture throughout their development.
Performance Through the Whole Athlete
ARC builds character, life skills, and mental strength to support competitive success. The program emphasizes that performance improves when athletes feel confident, supported, and balanced in their pursuit of excellence.
“Every decision we make is designed to build better skiers and better people,” Probert said. “When you support the full athlete, results follow.”
This belief informs everything from session design to how success is measured. ARC focuses on the podium—but never loses sight of the person chasing it.
Intentional Culture, Measurable Impact
Six months after launching, ARC earned U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s Bronze Podium Club certification—an honor that typically takes years to achieve. The designation reflects a clear vision and consistent execution.
Probert and Marshall co-lead ARC with precision and purpose. Their coaching culture values integrity, clarity and connection. From on-snow work to parent meetings, their leadership model drives the program forward.
Expanding Access and Reaching More Families
ARC also tackles affordability, one of ski racing’s most persistent barriers. Through the ARC Community Fund, its nonprofit foundation, the program provides grants to help families manage costs.
By increasing access, ARC opens doors for passionate athletes from all backgrounds—reinforcing its belief that opportunity, not income, should shape the future of the sport.
Looking Ahead
With deep roots in ski racing and a shared vision for athlete development, Marshall and Probert continue to build something more than a ski team. ARC represents a community committed to the full journey—where character, work ethic, and performance grow together.
For Marshall, coaching the next generation means more than building fast skiers—it means helping them discover who they are and how far they can go.
About the Author: Peter Lange
