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The rise of dry slope skiing has driven innovation in protective gear and apparel tailored for these unique conditions. At the forefront of this innovation is DISTON, which has introduced the first Dry Slope Cut-Resistant Jogger. Check it out!

U.S. Ski & Snowboard has replaced its national development team with a regional system for 2025–26, aiming to develop top athletes closer to home through focused coaching, flexible selection, and reduced costs supported by new funding and long-term endowment plans.

Haley Cutler: A World Cup Breakthrough Built on Passion, Grit, and Belief Kvitfjell and the

Explore the draft 2025–26 ski racing calendar, including NorAm, NCAA, U.S. Championships, U18 Nationals, and Junior Worlds, with clear conflict checks to support season planning.

The young and determined Rivers triplets, Helaina, Henri IV, and Henniyah, are united with the goal to compete in alpine ski racing and represent Jamaica on the world stage at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. 

The United States Collegiate Ski Association (USCSA) 2024–25 Report, presented by Ron Bonneau during the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Congress, highlights steady membership, record-breaking Nationals participation, and new proposals to strengthen ties with U.S. Ski & Snowboard—focusing on athlete retention, coaching pathways, and shared resources.

Jim McCormack retires from the competition director role at Sugarloaf Competition Center. He celebrates the tight-knit circle supporting him at Sugarloaf, and takes time to reflect on the successes he had and the challenges he faced from beginning to end. 

Trevor Wagner, beloved son, friend, and mentor to many young ski racers, passed away on April 22, 2025, with family by his side. A celebration of his life will be held June 28 at 4 p.m. at the Sage School in Hailey, Idaho, featuring stories, food, and shared memories honoring his adventurous 56 years.

Youth Enrichment Services (YES), a nonprofit dedicated to offering meaningful outdoor experiences to thousands of young people in Boston since 1968, was honored with the 2025 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion of the Year Award by U.S. Ski & Snowboard.

The New England Ski Museum is thrilled to announce that Annika Hunt is the 2025 recipient of the Eastern Ski Writers Golden Ski Award—her third consecutive win.

What makes the dominant Swiss men’s speed team so successful? Speed Team Head Coach Reto

Two resorts are preparing for the upcoming winter season with advanced snow farming and Snow Secure storage solutions, enabled by LISKI. Learn more about the successful implementation.

Lenz Hächler, a promising talent, joins the Stöckli racing team this World Cup season. The Swiss-skier signed a 4-year contract. Learn more!

U.S. Ski & Snowboard has nominated 49 athletes to the 2025–26 Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team, led by Olympic medalists Mikaela Shiffrin, Lindsey Vonn and Ryan Cochran-Siegle, alongside world champion Breezy Johnson, Lauren Macuga, who took super-G bronze at the 2025 World Championships, and Paula Moltzan, who claimed giant slalom bronze. The roster blends experience and emerging talent as the team builds toward the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan-Cortina.

The application process for the 2025 SYNC Team is open. Seize this opportunity to receive support and contribute to the evolution of high-performance ski gear.

Bear Den Partners (BDP) has officially acquired Burke Mountain Resort in East Burke, Vermont, ushering in a new era by also making Burke Mountain Academy (BMA) minority owners of the mountain. BMA is thrilled about this purchase not only for its pivotal moment in emerging from receivership and turning a new era but also for the future of ski racing. 

U.S. Ski & Snowboard and Stifel have announced a landmark eight-year extension of their title partnership through 2034—the longest and most significant in the organization’s history. The renewed agreement supports all ski disciplines, drives athlete development, and builds momentum heading into three Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, including Salt Lake City-Utah 2034.

U.S. Ski & Snowboard is considering a new national policy that would pause real-time live-timing at events where all competitors are U14 or younger. The goal is to shift focus toward athlete development by encouraging racers to reflect on their experience, not just their result. After strong support during a Rocky Mountain Division trial and positive survey feedback, the proposal will go before the Alpine Competition Committee for possible ratification in May 2025.

FIS reveals the provisional 2025/26 World Cup schedule. We dive further into the additions, changes, and the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Learn more.

The World Women’s Snowsports Organization (WWSO) proudly hosted its inaugural Summit, which was a groundbreaking weeklong event dedicated to advancing the visibility, influence, and impact of women in snowsports. Learn more about the event and what was accomplished.

The Pocono Alpine Ski Educational Foundation (PASEF) is seeking alpine coaches for its U10-U18 programs, as well as Alpine Development coaches. Learn more and apply online.

In a town famous for producing top-tier winter athletes, a quiet revolution is unfolding—not on the slopes, but behind four walls. For the past few years, Sim.Sports has been redefining how ski training is done. Learn more.

A new survey from the EWAS project reveals why women enter alpine ski coaching—and why many leave. Despite passion for the sport and a desire to mentor young athletes, female coaches face systemic barriers, including gender bias, poor pay, limited advancement, and work-life conflicts. The report calls for urgent reforms to create a more equitable and supportive coaching environment.

GMVS is seeking coaches for the 2025-2026 season for their growing Junior Race program. Candidates must have a passion for skiing and a strong commitment to developing young athletes. Learn more and apply!

Mikaela Shiffrin, the greatest alpine ski racer of all time, has seized an investment opportunity beyond the slopes that underscores the advancement of women's sports. The Stifel U.S. Ski Team superstar has joined the ownership group of Denver's expansion team in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Read more about the milestone investment.

Young women ski coaches based in Europe can now apply for a fully funded, hands-on seminar focused on bootfitting and ski preparation, taking place May 19–21 in the Austria–Italy region. Supported by Erasmus+ and the European Commission, the seminar includes expert instruction, travel reimbursement, and an optional joint training camp with FIS athletes in Cortina from May 13–16.

The Alpine Development Playbook presents a bold strategy to transform U.S. ski racing into the world’s leading Alpine system. Developed by the Performance Task Force, the plan outlines urgent goals, key focus areas, and ten sweeping recommendations aimed at aligning clubs, regions, colleges, and the national team. With a clear mission, data-driven targets, and emphasis on collaboration, the playbook offers a unified roadmap to elevate American athletes to consistent World Cup and Olympic success.

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.

Stöckli, the legendary Swiss ski manufacturer renowned for its relentless pursuit of perfection, is thrilled to announce the return of its Test Center to Mt. Hood! Click the link to find out when and where.

North America’s top men’s giant slalom skiers faced setbacks in 2025, but River Radamus led the charge with another top-15 season, while Erik Read, Patrick Kenney, and Bridger Gile added depth behind him. George Steffey returns after a year of recovery, aiming to rejoin the fight for Olympic selection in 2026.