How Course Measurement Technology Is Changing World Cup Ski Racing
How course measurement technology is changing World Cup ski racing—from athlete preparation to race analysis and broadcast insight.
Swissski announces 104-strong alpine squad for home World Championship season
Switzerland has unveiled a powerhouse squad for the 2026/27 alpine skiing season, led by Marco Odermatt and a deep roster of Olympic and World Cup champions, as the nation builds toward a home World Championships in Crans-Montana.
Two Victories for Middlebury at Home, Dartmouth Crowned Regional Champions
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.
Nor-Am Women’s Tech Series: Owl’s Head and Bromont, Quebec
The women’s Nor-Am tech circuit delivered five high-level races in Québec from February 9–13, featuring stacked international fields, World Cup-caliber athletes, and breakout performances from rising North American talent at Owl’s Head and Bromont.
Whiteface Sets the Stage for World-Class Speed at Women’s Nor-Am Opener
Whiteface Mountain debuted a new full length FIS downhill track at the 2026 NorAm Speed Series, where first year athletes stunned the field and Stefanie Fleckenstein made an emotional return to the top step of the podium. From breakthrough performances to a powerful comeback story, the week showcased the future and resilience of North American speed skiing.
Dartmouth Wins All Four Events, Gets Back in the Victory Column at Williams Carnival
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.
Win Big: 3 Lucky Winners Will Take Home Toko T18 Wax Irons!
Ski Racing Media has teamed up with Toko to give away three Toko T18 Wax Irons, the professional-grade waxing iron trusted at the World Cup. Designed for precision, consistency, and elite performance, this is a must-enter giveaway for serious skiers, coaches, and wax technicians.
Resilience, Momentum, and Joy Inside the US Women’s Tech Team at the Olympic Games
As the US women’s alpine technical team arrives in Cortina, confidence and belief define the group. Led by Nina O’Brien, Paula Moltzan, and AJ Hurt, the team brings momentum, depth, and resilience into the Olympic Games, embracing success on their own terms while racing for one another on the sport’s biggest stage.
UVM Takes Victory at Home, as Collegiate Skiing Returns to Stowe
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.
Ski Zenit Opens Registration for Summer Camps in Switzerland and Chile
Ski Zenit celebrates 20 years of summer training camps in Saas-Fee, offering athlete-centered alpine ski racing programs in Switzerland and Chile for skiers of all ages and levels.
Men’s Team Combined: Nef and von Allmen Deliver Gold in a Pressure-Packed Men’s Team Combined
Switzerland rose to the occasion in the men’s team combined as Tanguay Nef and Franjo von Allmen delivered gold under pressure, while shared responsibility, razor-thin margins, and emotional partnerships defined a race where athletes skied for more than just themselves.
Salomon Returns to North American Alpine Racing With EQUIPE Program
Salomon is officially returning to competitive alpine racing in North America with the launch of EQUIPE, a head-to-toe race initiative built on performance, heritage, and community. Backed by early World Cup success and a full race-system offering, EQUIPE marks a renewed commitment to athletes from the highest level to junior racing.
Five Podium Finishes Powers UVM Carnival Win
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.
Inside Winterfell Alpin: Bridging the Gap from the NCAA to the NorAm Circuit and Beyond
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.
Sara Rask Honored by Sportswomen of Colorado
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.
Lindsey Vonn Taken for Medical Evaluation After Downhill Crash in Crans-Montana
Lindsey Vonn was taken for medical evaluation after crashing during the women’s World Cup downhill in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, a race later cancelled due to unsafe conditions. The incident comes less than two weeks before the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
The National Ski Academy Announces a New Chapter: Rebuilt, Renewed, Ready for the Future
The National Ski Academy is entering a new era following a planned pause for the 2025–2026 season. Rebuilt with renewed clarity and vision, the Academy is recruiting a new Athletic Program Director / Head Coach and student-athletes for 2026–2027, reaffirming its commitment to high-performance ski development in Canada.
Collegiate Ski Racing Heats Up Nationwide with Action-Packed Weekend Across All Conferences
Collegiate alpine ski teams across the country delivered standout performances in slalom and giant slalom races this weekend, with dominant showings from programs in every conference.
Miles to Go: The Enduring Legacy of Spencer Nelson
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.
Dartmouth’s Depth and Buckrell’s Double Highlight Carnival Opener
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.
USCSA Atlantic Highlands and Eastern Conferences Kick Off the Season with Strong Early Performances
The USCSA Atlantic Highlands and Eastern Conferences launched their seasons early with competitive racing, dominant team performances, and standout individual results across multiple divisions. From West Mountain to Holiday Mountain, collegiate ski racers set the tone for a highly competitive 2026 campaign.
Women’s Nor-Am Tour Heads North: International Field Shines in Tremblant and Sommet Saint- Sauveur
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.
Injury Prevention and Return to Snow in Ski Racing: Building a Culture of Care
Ski racing carries inherent risk, but injury prevention and return-to-snow systems are evolving. Coaches and programs are rethinking how athletes recover, rebuild confidence, and return safely—through better communication, smarter training design, and a culture that prioritizes long-term health.
Firebird Race Series: Blizzard’s Next-Level Ski Performance
Blizzard Skis expands its Firebird lineup with the new Firebird Race-Type Series for winter 2026/27, delivering World Cup–derived construction, uncompromising torsional stiffness, and a bold new purple design built for elite on-piste performance.
