Montana State’s Justine Lamontagne and Dartmouth senior Oscar Zimmer captured the NCAA Slalom titles on a challenging third day of racing at Utah Olympic Park. Warm temperatures and deep grooves tested the field, while podium performances from Mia Hunt, Louison Accambray, Julian Arthur, and Johs Herland highlighted a dramatic day as the team title race tightened heading into the final Nordic event.
Justine Lamontagne (Montana State) and Johs Herland (Utah) captured the NCAA Giant Slalom titles at Park City Mountain’s Olympic Mountain Center on the opening day of the 2026 NCAA Skiing Championships. Strong podium performances and dramatic second-run moves shook up the leaderboard, while Colorado emerged from the alpine events leading the team standings as the championships shift to Nordic racing at Soldier Hollow.
The NCAA announces the alpine field for the 2026 Skiing Championships in Park City featuring top collegiate racers from around the world.
Utah edged Colorado to win the 77th RMISA Championships as alpine racing at Bridger Bowl delivered podium sweeps, tight margins and a dramatic giant slalom finale. See complete day-by-day results and Top Five finishers from all six alpine races.
Middlebury closed out the EISA Carnival season in thrilling fashion, with Kjersti Moritz and Thomas Carnahan delivering major victories on home snow. Dartmouth secured the regional title for the second straight year, while standout performances across the league finalized NCAA Championship qualifiers heading to Utah.
Colorado captured the Utah Invitational team title while Denver’s Sara Rask set a school record with her 19th career victory in a dramatic three-day alpine series at Utah Olympic Park.
The 2026 NCAA Skiing Championships and RMISA Nordic races have been moved to Utah due to a lack of snow in Montana. Alpine events remain at Bridger Bowl for RMISA Championships.
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.
Collegiate ski racing returned to Stowe Mountain after a six-year hiatus as the carnival season resumed, with the University of Vermont earning its second consecutive victory. Strong performances across alpine and Nordic events highlighted a competitive weekend featuring standout results from Middlebury, Dartmouth, UNH, Colby, and Harvard.
Utah claimed the Nevada Invitational at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe after four days of RMISA alpine racing, holding off a late Colorado surge powered by giant slalom.
The University of Vermont snapped Dartmouth’s historic winning streak with five podium finishes at the Dartmouth Carnival, highlighted by breakthrough victories and strong depth across both men’s and women’s events on the EISA circuit.
College ski racing is often dismissed as an unlikely route to the World Cup—but Winterfell Alpin is changing that narrative. By providing elite-level training, race support, and structure beyond NCAA limitations, Winterfell is redefining the collegiate-to-professional pipeline and helping athletes bridge the critical gap between college racing and international competition.
University of Denver skier Sara Rask was named the 2025 Sportswomen of Colorado award winner for skiing after a dominant season that included NCAA slalom and giant slalom titles, multiple collegiate victories, and continued excellence both on the slopes and in the classroom.
Nearly fifteen years after his passing, Spencer Nelson’s impact on the University of Colorado Ski Team endures through resilience, perseverance, and a legacy that extends far beyond results.
NCAA Division I alpine ski racing returns to Reno/Tahoe for the first time since 2011 as the University of Nevada hosts the Nevada Invitational at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. Featuring top collegiate programs, international-level athletes, and a home-snow advantage for the Wolf Pack, the “Biggest Little Ski Race” promises four days of elite competition and community celebration.
Dartmouth’s depth and Jayden Buckrell’s weekend sweep highlighted a thrilling opening to the EISA carnival season at Sugarloaf. With multiple first-time podiums, dominant performances, and tight team battles, the Colby Carnival set the tone for a highly competitive winter ahead.
Two days of RMISA giant slalom racing in Aspen produced four competitive races, with Utah, Colorado, and Denver sharing wins and podiums.
The 2026 EISA collegiate ski season kicks off January 16 at Sugarloaf Mountain, featuring 13 teams and a host of athletes ready to make their mark. From Dartmouth’s dominant squad to rising stars across the league, this season promises thrilling races and standout performances.
The Women’s Nor-Am circuit delivered high-level racing across Quebec, with Giant Slalom battles at Mont-Tremblant followed by a historic slalom debut at Mont-Saint-Sauveur. With World Cup points, Olympic quotas, and international rankings at stake, the events drew a deep global field and highlighted the Nor-Am’s role as a key pathway to the World Cup.
Two days of FISU slalom racing at Loveland showcased early RMISA power as Colorado, Denver, and Utah traded wins and podiums.
Due to snow conditions at Eldora, the RMISA has moved the giant slalom races for the Denver and Colorado Invitationals to Aspen Highlands. Slalom events will still take place at Loveland Ski Area, kicking off the 2026 collegiate alpine season.
The University of Utah Ski Team has unveiled its 2026 RMISA schedule, featuring five home race days and a balanced mix of Nordic and Alpine competitions. The Utes, winners of four of the last five NCAA titles, will aim to defend their national championship when the season culminates in Bozeman, Montana.
Denver Pioneers ski athletes are hitting the ground running for the 2026 season! From NCAA champion Sara Rask’s historic sweep to new Nordic recruits and inspiring alumni stories, discover how DU skiing is shaping the next generation of champions.
DU Skiing announced three new additions to its alpine team for the 2026 season, welcoming Caman Beauregard of Colorado, Elisabeth Creighton of Canada, and Cecilia Pizzinato of Italy to the Pioneers’ roster.
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