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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.

Marion Chevrier didn’t rise through hype — she built her way to the 2026 Winter Olympic Games season by season. Still labeled an outsider, the French alpine skier has quietly developed the trust, conviction, and clarity needed to fight at the front. Built from reflection, repetition, and belief, her climb is far from over.

The women’s Nor-Am tech circuit delivered five high-level races in Québec from February 9–13, featuring stacked international fields, World Cup-caliber athletes, and breakout performances from rising North American talent at Owl’s Head and Bromont.

Isaiah Nelson dominated both Giant Slaloms at Whiteface, while Johs Braathen Herland claimed back-to-back slalom victories to seize control of the Nor-Am overall and technical title races ahead of Aspen Finals.

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.

Whiteface Mountain debuted a new full length FIS downhill track at the 2026 NorAm Speed Series, where first year athletes stunned the field and Stefanie Fleckenstein made an emotional return to the top step of the podium. From breakthrough performances to a powerful comeback story, the week showcased the future and resilience of North American speed skiing.

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.

Alpine skier Lila Lapanja has built her career on independence, resilience and belief. After narrowly missing Olympic qualification twice and facing major setbacks, she chose a new path — representing Slovenia and creating her own structure within the sport. In My Way, Lapanja shares how embracing her heritage and owning her journey brought a deeper sense of purpose, pride and peace.

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.

The United States has named its 2026 Roster for the 45th FIS Alpine Junior World Ski Championships in Narvik, Norway, led by World Cup skiers Elisabeth Bocock and Logan Grosdidier. Racing runs March 5–15.

Part of the TOKO Wax Room Series, Matteo Padoan shares hard-earned edge tuning lessons for icy, slick conditions.

Felix Monsen and Wiley Maple traded wins in a fiery Nor-Am speed series at Whiteface, turning Olympic disappointment into statement performances ahead of Aspen finals.

Four generations deep in ski racing, Andreas Žampa is carrying forward a family legacy built on commitment, precision, and resilience. Beyond the World Cup stage, the Slovak standout is investing in the next generation through the growing Žampa Cup initiative.

BORMIO, Italy — Ski legend Marc Girardelli didn’t hold back. From Lindsey Vonn’s ACL decision to Ryan Cochran-Siegle’s surprise silver and the new team combined format, the five-time overall World Cup champion delivered sharp insight — and plenty of personality.

Manuel Feller has officially closed the chapter on giant slalom. Ahead of the Olympics, the Austrian star is going all-in on slalom — and the reaction from his fan clubs, teammates and rivals says everything about his impact on the sport.

Ski Racing Media has teamed up with Toko to give away three Toko T18 Wax Irons, the professional-grade waxing iron trusted at the World Cup. Designed for precision, consistency, and elite performance, this is a must-enter giveaway for serious skiers, coaches, and wax technicians.

Conference competition heated up across the country as collegiate ski teams battled for early-season titles from Pennsylvania to Colorado. Standout individual performances and tightly contested team races defined a weekend of slalom and giant slalom action across six conferences.

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.