Spyder Redline Alpine Creates a New World Cup Path for Independent Racers
After Global Racing and World Racing Academy closed, seven athletes helped launch Spyder Redline Alpine, a new independent program focused on NorAm and World Cup success.
Martin Returns to Alpine Canada as Head Coach of Canadian Women’s Team
After six years away from full-time ski racing, Martin returns to Alpine Canada as head coach of the Canadian women’s national team, bringing a focus on World Championship success, athlete development and rebuilding the women’s speed pathway.
Alpine Canada names Andrew Baker president and CEO as organization begins new Olympic cycle
Andrew Baker has been appointed president and CEO of Alpine Canada, bringing years of leadership experience from the Canadian Olympic Committee. He will lead the national governing body into a new Olympic and Paralympic cycle with a focus on financial sustainability, athlete development and growing Canadian ski racing.
Can Infrastructure Buy Medals?
Canada is investing millions in National Alpine Ski Training Centres, but will better facilities alone lead to more World Cup podiums and Olympic medals? This analysis examines why coaching, athlete development, programming, and long-term support may matter just as much as infrastructure in building a sustainable high-performance ski racing system.
Francis Royal Still Believes in the Long Game
Francis Royal’s move from Alpine Canada’s Women’s World Cup slalom program to the Women’s Development Team may have surprised some, but for those who know him, it reflects a lifelong commitment to athlete development. In this candid conversation, Royal discusses why he embraced a new challenge, the importance of hard conversations, what separates future World Cup athletes from the rest, and how Canada can strengthen its development pathway by focusing on people, collaboration, and the long game.
Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club Hiring U14 Head Coach and U16 Assistant Coach for 2026/27
Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club is hiring a U14 Head Coach and U16 Assistant Coach for the 2026/27 alpine ski racing season in North Vancouver, BC. Learn more about the coaching opportunities, qualifications, responsibilities, and application deadlines.
“It Was Never Over”: Stef Fleckenstein’s Road Back to the World Cup
After a crash in Val d’Isère left her fighting to save her leg, Stef Fleckenstein spent two years rebuilding from the ground up. Now, the Canadian speed skier is a NorAm downhill champion and heading back to the World Cup with a guaranteed start in every downhill next season.
Grenier Closes in Style as Shiffrin Claims Overall Globe at World Cup Finals
Valerie Grenier closes the season with a dominant win at the World Cup Finals in Hafjell, while Mikaela Shiffrin secures the Overall Globe in a dramatic finish to the women’s GS season.
Grenier Leads, Globe on the Line: Hafjell Sets the Stage for a Second Run Showdown
Valerie Grenier leads after run one in Hafjell, just 0.02 ahead of Sara Hector, as the fight for the Overall Globe between Mikaela Shiffrin and Emma Aicher comes down to a dramatic second run.
Men’s Hafjell Slalom Start List 2026: Globe Decided in Final Race Showdown
How and when to watch the Hafjell slalom finals, full start list, and the final race of the 2026 World Cup season deciding the last globe.
Women’s GS Start List Hafjell Finals: Shiffrin vs Aicher for Overall Title
How and when to watch the Women’s GS Hafjell Finals. Full start list, analysis, and the overall title battle between Shiffrin and Aicher.
Mikaela Shiffrin Caps Historic Season with Slalom Globe and Dominant Win in Hafjell
Mikaela Shiffrin wins the Hafjell slalom in dominant fashion, securing her ninth slalom globe and capping a historic season with nine victories in ten races.
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen Wins GS Globe in Last Run of Season After Odermatt DNF in Hafjell
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won the final giant slalom of the season in Hafjell and secured the GS globe after Marco Odermatt skied out in the first run.
Shiffrin Charges to Massive Lead in Run 1 at World Cup Finals
Mikaela Shiffrin delivers a dominant first run in Hafjell, taking a commanding 1.10 second lead as the women’s World Cup Finals slalom heads into a decisive second run.
Marco Odermatt DNF as Pinheiro Braathen Takes Control of GS Title in Hafjell
Marco Odermatt crashes out after the fastest split. Pinheiro Braathen now controls the GS title race heading into the final run.
Shiffrin vs Aicher: Women’s Slalom Finals Start List Sets Stage for Overall Title Fight
Shiffrin leads Aicher by 45 points heading into the final slalom. Full start list, analysis, and what it means for the overall title.
Paris Wins Super-G, Completes Double as Italy Sweeps Finals
Dominik Paris capped a dominant World Cup Finals with a Super-G victory to complete a downhill–Super-G double, leading Italy to a clean sweep of all four speed races in Kvitfjell.
Goggia Delivers in Kvitfjell to Clinch Super G Crystal Globe
Sofia Goggia delivered under pressure in Kvitfjell, winning the final Super G of the season to secure the crystal globe. With standout performances from Corinne Suter and Kira Weidle Winkelmann, and a tightening overall race, the World Cup Finals set the stage for a dramatic finish.
Marco Odermatt Clinches Super-G Globe as Kvitfjell Finals Start List Sets Up Final Showdown
Marco Odermatt has secured the Super-G globe, but the Kvitfjell Finals start list sets up a wide-open race for the final podium.
Women’s Super-G World Cup Finals Start List: How to Watch, Start Order & Globe Battle
The Women’s Super-G World Cup Finals in Lillehammer will decide the season title. Find the full start list, start order, how to watch, and key contenders including Goggia, Robinson, and Shiffrin.
Laura Pirovano Wins Kvitfjell Downhill to Claim Globe as Breezy Johnson Finishes 2nd
Laura Pirovano completes a stunning late-season surge, winning the Kvitfjell downhill to secure the 2026 globe with three straight victories. Breezy Johnson finishes 2nd in a dramatic season finale.
Paris Wins Kvitfjell Downhill as Finals Get Underway
Dominik Paris powered to victory in Kvitfjell to open the World Cup Finals, while Marco Odermatt capped off a dominant season by securing the downhill Crystal Globe.
Men’s World Cup Finals Downhill Start List & How to Watch – Kvitfjell 2026
Full men’s World Cup Finals downhill start list from Kvitfjell plus how to watch, top contenders, and race analysis.
Women’s World Cup Finals SL & GS Rosters: Shiffrin, Scheib Win Titles
The women’s technical fields for the World Cup Finals in Hafjell are now set. Mikaela Shiffrin dominated slalom while Julia Scheib secured the giant slalom crystal globe heading into the final races of the season.
