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After breaking both legs in a World Cup crash, Sam DuPratt fought his way back to the start gate in Val Gardena—three years later, on the same hill. This is the story of grit, setbacks, and a comeback built on total ownership.

Kenyan Olympic skier Sabrina Simader has ended her career despite qualifying for the 2026 Winter Games in Cortina. A lack of financial support and broken promises from her national federation forced the 27-year-old World Cup athlete to retire, bringing a premature end to one of alpine skiing’s most inspiring journeys.

Thomas Woolson returns to Dartmouth as head coach of the men’s alpine ski team, bringing global coaching experience and a deep personal connection to the program he once captained. Focused on athlete development, team culture, and academic excellence, Woolson aims to build on Dartmouth’s legacy as a launchpad to the sport’s highest levels.

Six months after a major knee injury, Marcel Hirscher has been medically cleared to return and plans to use his remaining 17 World Cup wild card starts to launch his comeback. With training ramping up, the eight-time overall champion is focused on racing again—sooner rather than later.

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.

GB Snowsport has named its 33-athlete alpine team for the Olympic season, highlighted by Dave Ryding’s final campaign and the World Cup Team debut of speed specialist Roy Steudle. Rising stars like the Carrick-Smith brothers and Molly Butler strengthen a deep Europa Cup squad, as Great Britain builds momentum toward Milano-Cortina 2026.

Britain’s most successful alpine skier, Dave Ryding, has announced that the 2025–26 season will be his last. The 38-year-old slalom star plans to retire after his fifth Olympic appearance, aiming to end his career with a historic podium and a new personal best at the Games.

Patrick Kenney’s rise to the World Cup wasn’t linear—but it was relentless. From being cut by the U.S. Ski Team to racing independently in Europe, earning All-American honors at the University of New Hampshire, and building a support network from scratch, Kenney’s journey is a story of grit, gratitude, and belief. Now back on the Stifel U.S. Ski Team, he’s more prepared than ever—and ready for the Olympic season ahead.

Petra Vlhová, Mikaela Shiffrin’s fiercest rival, is battling to return after a second knee surgery. With her future in ski racing uncertain, she shares the emotional toll of her recovery and the hope that still drives her.

Bruce P. Colon, age 84, of Lake Placid, N.Y., passed away on May 24, 2025.

The Gear Testing season has arrived, with alpine ski racing boots and ski brands gearing up to be available at various off-season training locations. Check out dates, locations and other information.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.