Roots, Resilience, and Rising to the World Stage: The Story of Laurence St-Germain

From skiing the woods of Québec to standing atop the World Championship podium, Laurence St-Germain’s journey is built on resilience, creativity, and quiet determination. This is the story behind Canada’s slalom world champion.

By | 2025-12-16T09:02:03-07:00 December 16th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Roots, Resilience, and Rising to the World Stage: The Story of Laurence St-Germain

Update: Michelle Gisin to Undergo Additional Knee Surgery While Recovering from Cervical Spine Operation

Swiss ski star Michelle Gisin will need another surgery after a serious training fall in St. Moritz left her with knee, spine, and wrist injuries. Her recovery is underway, and the ski racing community is sending support.

By | 2025-12-14T08:17:05-07:00 December 14th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Update: Michelle Gisin to Undergo Additional Knee Surgery While Recovering from Cervical Spine Operation

Robinson Stuns St. Moritz With Breakthrough Super-G Victory

Alice Robinson claimed her first-ever Super-G World Cup victory in St. Moritz with a fearless, attacking run, holding off Romane Miradoli and Sofia Goggia in a tight battle. The day also saw strong performances from the U.S. team, including first Super-G points for Haley Cutler and Mary Bocock. A thrilling race on a challenging course rewarded bravery, precision, and speed.

By | 2025-12-18T18:40:54-07:00 December 14th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Robinson Stuns St. Moritz With Breakthrough Super-G Victory

Rising Star Emma Aicher Steals the Spotlight in St. Moritz Downhill

Lindsey Vonn returned to the podium in St. Moritz, finishing second in the women’s World Cup downhill, while Germany’s Emma Aicher stole the spotlight with a breakout performance. The U.S. team showed depth and momentum, and with key names absent, tomorrow’s Super-G promises more high-speed excitement.

By | 2025-12-13T08:13:37-07:00 December 13th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Rising Star Emma Aicher Steals the Spotlight in St. Moritz Downhill

Lindsey Vonn Makes History, Wins World Cup Downhill at 41

Lindsey Vonn opened the 2026 Olympic World Cup season with a historic downhill victory in St. Moritz, delivering a dominant performance that rewrote the record books and showcased the depth of the U.S. women’s speed team.

By | 2025-12-18T18:46:45-07:00 December 12th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Lindsey Vonn Makes History, Wins World Cup Downhill at 41

Beaver Creek Downhill: Odermatt Dominates, Cochran-Siegle Shines at Home

Marco Odermatt dominated the opening downhill at Beaver Creek, while Ryan Cochran-Siegle thrilled the home crowd with a second-place finish. Norway’s Adrian Smiseth Sejersted rounded out the podium, and North American athletes showed strong performances as the stage is set for an exciting Super-G tomorrow.

By | 2025-12-04T16:31:34-07:00 December 4th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Beaver Creek Downhill: Odermatt Dominates, Cochran-Siegle Shines at Home

Champions Advantage: Developing Strong Mental Skills – The Missing Piece of the Puzzle

Olympians Doug Lewis and Shannon Bahrke created Champions Advantage, a first-of-its-kind mental skills curriculum for athletes aged U13–U19. Whether the goal is Olympic gold or making the high school varsity team, this program gives athletes the tools to train and perform at their very best. Learn more.

By | 2025-07-08T10:04:59-06:00 July 8th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Champions Advantage: Developing Strong Mental Skills – The Missing Piece of the Puzzle

A Joyful Comeback: Stöckli and Fanny Smith Embark on a New Success Story!

Stöckli Swiss Sports AG is pleased to announce the return of Fanny Smith, the most successful Swiss ski cross athlete.

By | 2024-11-08T14:42:29-07:00 September 18th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on A Joyful Comeback: Stöckli and Fanny Smith Embark on a New Success Story!

Elevating Performance: The Podium Project’s Transforming Impact on the Program at Carrabassett Valley Academy

Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) is committed to giving all their athletes the opportunity to reach their full potential, with the intent to ski more with higher quality; the expanded race venue created through The Podium Project has leveraged that goal at CVA. 

By | 2024-11-08T14:42:57-07:00 July 16th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Elevating Performance: The Podium Project’s Transforming Impact on the Program at Carrabassett Valley Academy

Burke Mountain Academy Announces $30 Million Chasing Greatness: The Campaign to Win from Within.

Burke Mountain Academy (BMA) has officially launched its $30 million "Chasing Greatness: Win from Within" campaign. This transformative initiative represents some of BMA's most ambitious work yet and a bold vision to redefine what’s possible for alpine ski racing development and education. 

By | 2024-05-17T13:45:07-06:00 May 17th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Burke Mountain Academy Announces $30 Million Chasing Greatness: The Campaign to Win from Within.

SYNC Announces Exciting Launch of the #StokedOnSYNC Summer Ski Camp

SYNC Performance is proud to present the inaugural #StokedOnSYNC Summer Ski Camp in Mt. Hood, Oregon. The camp is June 6th to the 17th, 2024

By | 2024-05-16T12:10:06-06:00 May 16th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on SYNC Announces Exciting Launch of the #StokedOnSYNC Summer Ski Camp

Atomic Announces 2024 North American Spring & Summer Testing Schedule

Atomic announces its North American test schedule for spring and early summer 2024 at Copper Mountain and Mt. Hood.

By | 2024-05-10T14:37:25-06:00 May 8th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Atomic Announces 2024 North American Spring & Summer Testing Schedule

HEAD 2024 Organizes Gear Testing for New Race Skis and Boots in Vail and Mt. Hood

HEAD is excited to unveil the latest race skis and boots for the coming 2024/25 season. Gear Testing in Vail, Colorado and Mt.Hood, Oregon! Check it out!

By | 2024-05-30T06:02:02-06:00 May 8th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on HEAD 2024 Organizes Gear Testing for New Race Skis and Boots in Vail and Mt. Hood

Heavy Rainfall and Safety Concerns Led to the Cancellation of the Bansko World Cup Slalom

It was an unfortunate day for the Bansko World Cup slalom with the decision to cancel the race after the first 31 competitors finished the course. The heavy rainfall, wind, and deteriorating conditions were deemed unsafe for the remaining racers, and the forecast showed minimal signs of letting up.

By | 2024-02-11T03:27:59-07:00 February 11th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Heavy Rainfall and Safety Concerns Led to the Cancellation of the Bansko World Cup Slalom

NYSEF Athletes Triumph at 61st Annual Hovey Memorial Race at Whiteface Mountain

Hosted by NYSEF, U10, U12, and U14 compete at the Hovey Memorial Ski Race. The event gathers young racers from across the Northeast to compete and the desire to win is a defining moment in any young racer’s career.

By | 2024-02-01T17:25:11-07:00 February 1st, 2024 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on NYSEF Athletes Triumph at 61st Annual Hovey Memorial Race at Whiteface Mountain

Eventful Day in Cortina: Shiffrin Crashed and a Three-Way Tie on the Podium

An eventful day in the Cortina downhill. Shiffrin crashes and a three-way tie on the podium. Other highlights and thrills on the Olympia Delle Tofane track.

By | 2024-01-26T13:26:57-07:00 January 26th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Eventful Day in Cortina: Shiffrin Crashed and a Three-Way Tie on the Podium

Lauren Macuga “Cougs” Becoming a Speed Skier, Next Up Cortina!

This week on the American Downhiller Podcast, we turn our attention to Cortina - a favorite in women's World Cup speed. We interviewed Stifel US Ski Team’s newest speed star – Lauren Macuga, known as “Cougs.”

By | 2024-01-25T12:37:23-07:00 January 24th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Lauren Macuga “Cougs” Becoming a Speed Skier, Next Up Cortina!

Colby Carnival Recap: EISA Season Kicks Off in Sugarloaf, Dartmouth Takes the Lead

The EISA season kicked off with the Colby Carnival at Sugarloaf Mountain. Dartmouth takes the lead after GS, slalom and Nordic events.

By | 2024-02-05T17:39:00-07:00 January 22nd, 2024 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Colby Carnival Recap: EISA Season Kicks Off in Sugarloaf, Dartmouth Takes the Lead

Eastern Intercollegiate Ski Association (EISA) Season Preview 

The Eastern Intercollegiate Ski Association (EISA) circus is days away from kicking off, with Colby College hosting the opening carnival at the iconic Sugarloaf Resort. These are racers and teams to watch for during the 2024 season.

By | 2024-02-05T17:46:41-07:00 January 18th, 2024 | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Eastern Intercollegiate Ski Association (EISA) Season Preview 

Val-D’Isère Downhill: Unveiling Pursuits, Historic Milestones, and Spectator Information!

After a thrilling display of World Cup racing in St. Moritz, Switzerland, the women crossed into France for another speed weekend in Val-d'Isère.

By | 2023-12-15T11:37:39-07:00 December 15th, 2023 | Tags: , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Val-D’Isère Downhill: Unveiling Pursuits, Historic Milestones, and Spectator Information!
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