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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.

This season, SYNC Performance created the SYNC Athlete Ambassadors program designed to support elite-level ski racers. Click to learn more and apply!

Burnout isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s data. Instead of seeing burnout as failure, we can treat it as valuable feedback and an opportunity. Learn more.

The Luxury Chalet Company was born from a deep-rooted love of alpine skiing and living. They provide ski accommodations in Switzerland, France, Austria, and Italy and meet the demand for tailored accommodations in the ski racing industry. Learn more!

FIS has announced several new safety-focused equipment regulations for the 2025–26 alpine ski season. The changes include a ban on rigid shin pads inside ski boots, mandatory cut-resistant undergarments for Level 0 and 1 events, and required airbag back protectors in elite-level speed disciplines. Every FIS athlete—especially those competing on the Nor-Am, Europa Cup, or World Cup circuits—should review these updates and prepare accordingly.

The Nakiska Alpine Ski Association Seeks a U16 Head Coach and a U16 Assistant Coach for Kananaskis Alpine Ski Club. Also, a U14 Head Coach for The Paskapoo Alpine Ski Club and an assistant coach for Evolve Ski Cross Club for the 25-26 Season. Learn more and apply.

Kicking off their summer series, the Skiing is Believing podcast, hosted by grandfather-grandson duo Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg, chatted with Norwegian tech star Mina Fuerst Holtmann in their first episode.

Lauren Macuga’s breakout season delivered a World Cup win, a World Championship medal, and a bold Olympic trajectory. Known for her fearless skiing and fun-loving energy, the 22-year-old U.S. star is charging into 2026 with momentum—and her stars-and-stripes bucket hat in tow.

You will notice several fresh faces on the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team this season; six to be exact. Here is the 2025/26 rookie list.

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.

University of Denver skiing announced today that reigning women’s alpine national champion Sara Rask will return to the Pioneers for her final year of collegiate skiing.

FIS has approved the 2025–26 Alpine World Cup calendar, setting the stage for a high-stakes Olympic season with 75 races across 30 resorts. The schedule includes key qualification events, a new men’s super-G in Livigno, and a men’s downhill in Crans Montana serving as a test event for the 2027 World Championships.

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.

Kenzie Blizzard, an alpine ski racer and resilient entrepreneur of Attack From the Back, is turning adversity into impact. She is establishing a pop-up shop in Government Camp at the Glacier House with a mission of selling apparel to reach a $100,000 goal for charitable organizations. Learn more on how you can support Kenzie in reaching her goal.

FIS approved a prize money increase of up to 20% for all World Cup disciplines starting next season, as top earners from 2024–25 included Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt and Italy’s Federica Brignone. All top three men were Swiss, two of the top three women were Italian, and no Austrians cracked either podium

Project Olympic in Palisades Tahoe is a bold, community-driven initiative that blends deed-restricted housing, public fitness facilities, and educational opportunities to support athletes, families, and local workers. With support from local leaders, businesses, and ski racing champions like Travis Ganong, the project aims to transform Olympic Valley into a sustainable model for mountain town development.

The National Ski Academy is excited to announce several job openings: a head coach of the U16 alpine ski program, a head coach of the FIS alpine ski program, and an education director. Learn more and apply!