FIS President Eliasch Reflects on IOC Presidential Bid and Future of Winter Sports

Johan Eliasch embraced his IOC presidential run as a platform to elevate winter sports and climate action, even as Kirsty Coventry made history as the first African and female IOC president-elect. From sustainability advocacy to global cooperation, both leaders signal a new era for the Olympic Movement.

By | 2025-04-21T11:25:58-06:00 April 21st, 2025 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on FIS President Eliasch Reflects on IOC Presidential Bid and Future of Winter Sports

Ester Ledecka Fights for Olympic Schedule Change to Chase Dual Golds Again

Ester Ledecka, the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic champion in both super-G skiing and snowboard parallel giant slalom, faces a tough decision for Milan-Cortina 2026. With conflicting schedules for the women’s downhill and her premier snowboard event, Ledecka is pushing for an Olympic schedule change to compete in both sports. Supported by the Czech Olympic Committee, she remains hopeful, saying, “I’m fighting for this and still believe it’s possible.”

By | 2025-01-20T11:42:59-07:00 January 19th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Ester Ledecka Fights for Olympic Schedule Change to Chase Dual Golds Again

Johan Eliasch, FIS President, Announces Bid for IOC Presidency

Johan Eliasch, president of the International Ski Federation (FIS), has officially announced his candidacy for the presidency of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Since taking charge of FIS in June 2021, Eliasch has led the organization through a period of transformation. On July 24, 2024, he earned a place as a member of the IOC. In a letter to IOC members, Eliasch outlined his vision for the future of the organization and addressed the challenges ahead.

By | 2024-11-08T14:42:16-07:00 October 12th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Johan Eliasch, FIS President, Announces Bid for IOC Presidency

Salt Lake City to Host the Thrilling Return of the 2034 Winter Olympic Games

It’s official! Yesterday, Salt Lake City, Utah, was confirmed as the 2034 Olympic Games host. Lindsey Vonn and others were thrilled about the decision.

By | 2024-11-08T14:42:54-07:00 July 24th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Salt Lake City to Host the Thrilling Return of the 2034 Winter Olympic Games

IOC President says alpine team race may become Olympic event

Thomas Bach visits the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships and hints at decision on team race by July.

By | 2015-02-04T09:05:25-07:00 February 4th, 2015 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on IOC President says alpine team race may become Olympic event

Stacey Cook helps promote Olympic Values at 54th IOA in Greece

Two hundred participants from 96 countries congregated in Ancient Olympia with respect for diversity as the emphasis of the meeting.

By | 2014-07-16T18:44:36-06:00 July 12th, 2014 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Stacey Cook helps promote Olympic Values at 54th IOA in Greece

US-backed initiative for new Olympic events moves forward

FIS will propose big air, team snowboardcross, an alpine team event and more to the IOC for Olympic inclusion.

By | 2014-09-29T00:03:24-06:00 June 7th, 2014 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on US-backed initiative for new Olympic events moves forward

49th FIS Congress kicks off in Barcelona

The International Ski Federation (FIS) will host its 49th Congress in Barcelona, Spain this week.

Cook, Fletcher and 5 others new to USSA Board

Aerialist Emily Cook and Nordic combined skier Bryan Fletcher join the USSA Board of Directors along with other newly-appointed members.

By | 2014-05-24T13:32:05-06:00 May 20th, 2014 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Cook, Fletcher and 5 others new to USSA Board
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