Sasha Rearick joins the latest Skiing Is Believing podcast to discuss returning as Stifel U.S. Ski Team Alpine Director, coaching changes, and his vision for the future.
U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced Phil McNichol as the new Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team men’s head coach, bringing decades of World Cup leadership experience back to the American program
Apex2100 International Ski Academy has appointed former French World Cup racer and veteran international coach Claude Crétier as Alpine Director, adding decades of elite coaching experience from the French, Canadian and U.S. national ski teams to its leadership program in Tignes.
Apex2100 International Ski Academy has appointed former U.S. Men’s Head Coach Mark Tilston as Academy Director, bringing decades of World Cup, Olympic, and World Championship experience to the Tignes-based programme.
Johannes Zöchling has been appointed head coach of the Austrian women’s alpine ski team, succeeding Roland Assinger starting May 1, 2026. The experienced coach brings over 14 years within the ÖSV and recent international experience with Norway.
Women in ski racing are redefining what coaching looks like while raising families, challenging a system that was never built to support them—and proving the sport must evolve to keep them.
Paul Epstein takes over the U.S. men’s tech team with a clear focus on culture, trust, and building a system that delivers World Cup results.
At 25, Lucy Brown is building alpine ski racers on a foundation of trust. Her coaching philosophy centers on relationships first — because in a sport defined by risk, athletes only push limits when they feel secure. At Apex, that means open communication, balance away from results, and a long-term view of development. Brown isn’t chasing quick breakthroughs. She’s creating environments where performance — and athletes — can last.
Apex2100 International Ski Academy is seeking a dynamic Development Fund Director to build and lead the new Apex Development Fund — supporting athlete scholarships, performance innovation, and global skiing excellence. This is a rare opportunity to design and deliver a fundraising strategy from the ground up, driving over £1M in donor engagement within the first year.
The Canadian women’s alpine development team enters a new era with head coach Marie-Ève Boulianne and assistant coach Leslie Firstbrook at the helm. Together, this dynamic duo is reshaping what leadership looks like in ski racing—building not just fast skiers, but confident, resilient young women.
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Roland Assinger will remain head coach of the Austrian women’s Alpine team through the 2025–26 Olympic season despite sharp criticism from several athletes, including recently retired world champion Stephanie Venier. Accused of poor communication and an intimidating leadership style, Assinger acknowledged the controversy, admitted he considered resigning, and vowed to improve trust and collaboration moving forward.
Lindsey Vonn has enlisted fellow Olympic champion Aksel Lund Svindal as her coach and equipment strategist for her 2026 Olympic comeback. The longtime friends and Head Ski athletes are joining forces to chase one more shot at Olympic glory in Cortina.
The Stifel U.S. Ski Team announced key staffing changes for the 2025–26 season, including new hires and role shifts across the men’s and women’s alpine programs. With Olympic preparations underway, the team added international experience and promoted from within to build on a successful 2024–25 campaign.
Katie Twible, a seasoned coach with over a decade of experience, kicks off the Coach's Corner series by sharing three transformative coaching lessons that have reshaped how she leads, and how she lives.
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club coaches Chad Wolk and Joe Paul earned top honors from U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s Rocky Mountain Division, receiving Coach of the Year awards for their standout leadership and athlete development during the 2024–25 season.
Turmoil at the Swedish Ski Federation as Women’s Alpine Head Coach Dismissed The Swedish Ski
Renowned ski coach Dan Stripp has returned to Ski & Snowboard Club Vail as Head Women’s NorAm Coach, bringing decades of experience and a track record of guiding elite athletes to the top levels of the sport.
From Bormio to Kitzbühel, Johno McBride helped build a legacy. Now he's back to lead the next generation of American downhillers.
Featured Image: Johno McBride. Credit: Holly Cole The Aspen native led the U.S. and Canadian
Sarah Byrne at the Wentworth Ski Race Club (WSRC) in Nova Scotia was awarded Canada's Domestic Alpine Coach of the Year. Her and senior coach, Gregor Byrne, talk about the progress the program is making with youth athletes.
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.
After a season away from full-time coaching, Matt Underhill is back, bringing a renewed sense of purpose and dedication to his new position as the Rocky/Central Regional NDG Coach (National Development Group). His decision to step away from his previous role was driven by a need to balance his professional commitments with his responsibilities as a father
Michael "Sutti" Rottenstiener is back as the Head Coach of the Norwegian Men's Alpine Team after a year-long sabbatical. His return is highly anticipated, bringing renewed energy and focus to the team. In an exclusive interview, Sutti shared insights on the current state of the team, the importance of his staff, and his philosophy on coaching, as well as his personal journey toward a healthier approach to his demanding job
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