Atomic Media Day brought together some of the biggest names in ski racing — including Mikaela Shiffrin, Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, and Sofia Goggia — for a celebration of passion, performance, and purpose. From mental resilience to Olympic dreams, the Redster team shared powerful stories ahead of the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games.
After months of recovery and two knee surgeries, Slovak ski star Petra Vlhová is back on snow. Training under new head coach Matej Gemza, she begins her comeback on Italy’s Stelvio Glacier—an important step toward returning to World Cup form.
Swiss World Champion Franjo von Allmen admits he’d have liked a longer summer, but after standout training in Chile and Zermatt, the 24-year-old is ready to launch his Olympic season with confidence and speed.
Austrian standout Marco Schwarz says he’s finally pain-free and ready to tackle the Olympic season with renewed focus on giant slalom, slalom, and super-G after battling through two major injuries. The 30-year-old told Kleine Zeitung that he hasn’t felt knee pain since June and plans a patient buildup after a mixed comeback season. Schwarz will skip early downhills but continue limited speed training as he works toward full form ahead of the World Cup opener Oct. 25–26 in Sölden. Information translated from German and provided by Kleine Zeitung (Austria), with reporting by Daniel Jerovsek.
Alice McKennis Duran, one of Colorado’s most resilient downhillers, has been inducted into the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame, celebrating her remarkable journey from ranch life to World Cup victory and lasting impact on ski racing.
Dorota Dorota Tlalka-Mogore PAP/Wojciech Kryński Sept. 26 — After a long and hard battle with
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Ski racing will always carry risk, but preventable tragedies are not inevitable. From empowering coaches to raising training standards and improving emergency preparedness, the sport must shift from reactive to proactive safety. Every athlete deserves an environment where speaking up is respected, tough decisions are supported, and safety is never compromised.
Federica Brignone, the dominant force of the 2024–25 Alpine World Cup season, broke her leg at the Italian Nationals, leaving her Olympic return uncertain just months before the Games in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Holderness School is seeking a U18 Assistant Coach for the 2025 ski season. This seasonal role offers a $20,000 stipend, access to campus facilities, and meals when school is in session.
The International Ski & Snowboard Federation (FIS) issued a statement on its website expressing deep sadness over the death of Italian skier Matteo Franzoso, who suffered fatal injuries during training in Chile. FIS stressed that the tragedy underscores the risks of alpine skiing while reaffirming its commitment to athlete wellbeing, safety innovation, and collective responsibility across the global ski community.
The U.S. Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2025, of ten pioneers and champions whose impact spans skiing, snowboarding, adaptive sports, and industry leadership. The inductees will be honored at the annual Snowsports History Celebration at Snowbird on April 11, 2026.
Italian skier Matteo Franzoso has died in Santiago after failing to survive an induced coma following severe head injuries from a training crash at La Parva, according to FISI.org. The 25-year-old, who would have turned 26 this week, struck safety fencing after a jump and never recovered. His death is another tragedy to strike the Italian team in less than a year.
Italian speed specialist Matteo Franzoso remains in critical condition after crashing in training at La Parva, Chile. The 25-year-old suffered severe head trauma and was flown to a hospital in Santiago, according to FISI and reports from skinews.ch.
The Petra Vlhová Museum opened Sept. 8 in Drahovce, Slovakia, celebrating the Olympic champion’s career from her childhood beginnings to her 2022 Olympic gold. Fans and family joined Vlhová for the ceremony, which features trophies, memorabilia, and personal stories in both Slovak and English.
Alterra Mountain Company has announced a $400 million investment to transform the guest, employee, and community experience. Highlights include Deer Valley’s historic expansion, new lifts and lodges across North America, upgraded snowmaking, enhanced employee benefits, and expanded workforce housing.
Marcel Hirscher is back on snow. The eight-time overall World Cup champion made his first turns in the Zoetermeer indoor ski hall, 277 days after tearing the cruciate ligament in his left knee. The comeback marks the latest step for the 67-time World Cup winner, who returned to racing under the Dutch flag last season before injury cut his campaign short.
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.
2025 Super-G World Champion Stephanie Venier has retired from ski racing after 11 World Cup wins and is starting a new chapter. The 31-year-old Austrian announced she is expecting her first child with fiancé Christian Walder, with their wedding planned for September.
to celebrate the life of legendary coach Erich Sailer. The event runs from 2–6 p.m., with the service beginning at 3 p.m., and will be held outdoors to welcome all who were inspired by him. Guests are asked to RSVP online and can also share photos, videos, and memories. A livestream will be available for those unable to attend in person.
Speedy Archer starts a new chapter as the founder of Ascent Eyewear. Born from a desire to give back, his company provides affordable, high-performance eyewear while supporting the next generation of winter athletes with every sale. Learn more.
Erich Sailer, who died at 99, was one of the most influential coaches in U.S. ski racing history. From a rope-tow hill at Buck Hill, Minnesota, to the world’s biggest stages, he shaped generations of Olympians, World Cup winners, and thousands of young racers and families. More than results, his legacy lives in the confidence, discipline, and love he instilled in everyone he coached—a touchstone of greatness whose influence will ripple for generations.
Small mountains like Kents Hill are where passion for skiing takes root and grows. With a thoughtfully designed training hill, a focus on care and coaching, and a community-driven culture, Kents Hill proves that small venues are not only essential for development but also vital to the future of snow sports.
Winter Park is hiring Alpine Ski Coaches for all age groups this winter season. Join our team and help skiers of every level improve their skills, build confidence, and enjoy the slopes in a fun, supportive environment.
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