A corruption investigation involving former Croatian Ski Association president Vedran Pavlek is underway, with authorities examining alleged financial misconduct and multiple individuals connected to the federation.
Alterra Mountain Company has appointed Linnea Hansen as President & COO of Crystal Mountain, marking a leadership transition at one of the Pacific Northwest’s most important venues for competitive skiing and athlete development.
The Zenit Ski Team offers a flexible high-performance pathway for international U19 alpine ski racers, combining world-class training environments, individualized coaching, and academic flexibility to support long-term athlete development.
Bode Miller joins Arc City for a candid conversation on his childhood, mindset, career highs and struggles, and his perspective on the future of American ski racing.
Former U.S. Ski Team athlete Hig Roberts joins Fresh Corduroy to share an honest look at life on the World Cup circuit, the mental and financial challenges of ski racing, and his personal journey beyond the sport.
Salomon is returning to North American alpine racing with a grassroots strategy focused on athlete development, product evolution, and rebuilding trust within the racing community. Former racer Lauren Samuels is leading the effort, bringing the brand back to the start gate with a long-term vision rooted in youth programs and coach relationships.
Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club (AVSC) is hiring an Alpine Program Director and a Marketing & Communications Manager in Aspen, Colorado. Join a world-class organization leading athlete development and storytelling in competitive skiing.
Discover the top ski racing camps for 2026, from glacier training in Europe to summer sessions at Mt. Hood and academy programs across North America. This guide highlights upcoming spring, summer, and fall training opportunities to help athletes build skills, gain experience, and prepare for the next race season.
Collegiate alpine teams across the United States competed in the USCSA Regional Championships, with standout performances from programs like Rocky Mountain College, Northern Michigan University, UCLA, and Georgetown. The results across six regions determined which athletes and teams will advance to the USCSA National Championships later this season.
The NCAA announces the alpine field for the 2026 Skiing Championships in Park City featuring top collegiate racers from around the world.
Early success in alpine skiing is often treated as a predictor of future greatness. Yet large-scale research shows that most Olympic and World Cup champions were not standout performers in their youth. In a sport where peak performance often arrives in the late twenties, early talent identification may reward early maturation rather than long-term potential. The challenge for skiing systems is not predicting champions at fourteen, but ensuring they remain in the sport long enough for their true potential to emerge.
Team Summit Colorado athletes Stanley Buzek and Jevin Palmquist have been named to the U.S. roster for the 2026 FIS Alpine Junior World Ski Championships in Narvik, Norway, highlighting the program’s continued success in developing top junior talent.
The Alberta ski racing community is mourning the loss of 15-year-old Lake Louise Ski Club athlete Emilio, whose passion, talent, and spirit left a lasting impact on teammates, coaches, and the broader alpine community.
Ikon Pass will go on sale for the 2026–27 season on March 12 with access to 76 global destinations, new Midwest resorts, expanded Colorado access, and new perks including renewal rewards and risk-free purchase options.
British filmmaker and former racer Elsa Powell joins the Fresh Corduroy podcast to discuss Fall Liners, her YouTube series documenting the grind of athletes chasing Europa Cup starts. By breaking down FIS points, qualification pathways, and the realities below the World Cup level, Powell is helping new fans understand ski racing—and building support for the next generation of competitors.
Park City Ski & Snowboard is seeking an Executive Director to lead one of the nation’s premier U.S. Ski & Snowboard Gold Certified clubs as it prepares for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. This full-time leadership role focuses on strategic growth, fundraising, athlete development, and community partnership in Park City, Utah.
Filmmaker Pat Dimon set out to honor—not expose—the relentless world of elite ski racing in On the Edge: World Cup Ski Racing. From injected downhill tracks to overnight mountain drives, the series captures the chaos, control, and grind behind the World Cup tour. Through intimate access and raw storytelling, Dimon reveals the human cost and beauty behind one of sport’s most demanding arenas.
Powerful winter storms have delivered multiple feet of fresh snow across Ikon Pass destinations, from California and Colorado to the East Coast and Canada, setting up prime powder conditions and more snowfall on the way.
Alterra Mountain Company has appointed former Marriott Bonvoy executive David Flueck as Chief Customer Officer and President of Ikon Pass, strengthening its leadership team as the company continues to expand its global mountain portfolio and multi-destination ski pass.
A recent Fresh Corduroy podcast episode highlights the U.S. Collegiate Ski & Snowboard Association (USCSA), which supports nearly 5,000 athletes each winter. USCSA leaders discuss collegiate ski racing opportunities beyond the NCAA, emphasizing team scoring, accessibility, and nationwide competition in alpine, Nordic, snowboard, and freeski.
Dartmouth returned to the top of the podium in dominant fashion at the Williams Carnival, sweeping all four alpine events and racking up seven podium finishes. Oscar Zimmer and Emma Resnick led the charge with discipline-defining victories, while the NCAA qualifying picture tightened heading into the final race of the regular season at Middlebury.
As Olympic dreams become reality, Vail Mountain School proudly celebrates alumni competing on the world stage. From balancing academics and elite training to representing their countries internationally, these athletes embody the character, dedication, and sense of belonging cultivated within the VMS community.
Sarah Schleper is preparing for her seventh Olympic Games — the only female alpine skier ever to reach that mark. This time, she’ll share the stage with her son, Lasse Gaxiola, making them the first mother and son to compete in the same Olympic edition. Read the full story of their historic journey on ShredOptics.com.
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