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FIS is considering major changes to alpine racing, including more frequent World Championships, a long-term World Cup calendar, standardized wild cards and a neutral pathway for Russian and Belarusian athletes.

Zermatt Bergbahnen has extended the suspension of glacier training operations through at least Aug. 17 as persistently warm temperatures continue to prevent the snowpack from freezing overnight. The closure is driven by safety concerns, including unstable snow conditions, glacier crevasses, and lift maintenance.

Killington Mountain School is seeking a full-time, year-round Strength and Conditioning Coach to design and deliver individualized athletic performance programs, support injury prevention and return-to-performance, and work alongside coaches and medical professionals to help student-athletes excel.

Jackie Wiles reflects on the best season of her career, the strength of the U.S. women's speed team, thoughts on retirement, and the excitement building for the 2026-27 World Cup season in the latest Skiing is Believing podcast.

Elena Curtoni will return for one final World Cup season after overcoming another difficult summer marked by injury and uncertainty. The Italian speed veteran says the 2026-27 campaign will be the last of a career defined by resilience, perseverance, and four World Cup victories.

The Flathead Valley Ski Education Foundation (FVSEF) is hiring Alpine coaches for the upcoming winter season at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Opportunities are available for U10/U12, U14, and U16/FIS coaches, with part-time, full-time, and weekend positions. Join one of the Northwest's leading ski racing programs and help develop the next generation of alpine athletes.

Alpine Racing Collective (ARC) finished the 2025–26 season as the top per-athlete performer in the Intermountain Division South Series, highlighting the impact of its athlete-first development model. With a perfect 1.00 top-5 finish rate at U12 Championships, the Park City-based program is now expanding into a full U14 squad for 2026–27. The results position ARC as a rising force in U.S. youth ski racing.

One year after cheering for her sister at Killington, 17-year-old Annika Hunt steps into her own World Cup start gate in Levi. The 2025 Overall NorAm Champion and new U.S. Ski Team member brings confidence, perspective, and a passion for the sport she’s grown up in.

What started as a small ski film night in Collingwood has grown into one of Canada’s most impactful grassroots fundraisers. Path to the Podium is fueling the next generation of ski racers through community, storytelling, and a shared belief that every dollar helps build the future of Canadian alpine racing.

High above the Arctic Circle, Levi Ski Resort has mastered the art of early-season racing. Through cutting-edge snow farming, community dedication, and a decade of innovation, the Finnish venue continues to deliver world-class conditions for the Levi World Cup—long before winter fully arrives elsewhere.

The University of Nevada Ski Team is hosting its annual Diamonds & Denim Gala on November 1, 2025 — a night uniting alumni, ski industry partners, and supporters to celebrate the Wolf Pack’s ski racing legacy and raise funds for the future of collegiate skiing.

Winter has officially arrived! The 25/26 Ikon Pass season kicked off as Arapahoe Basin, Colorado, became the first mountain to open its lifts on October 26, 2025. With new destinations in Canada, Europe, and Asia, plus app and on-mountain upgrades, Ikon Pass holders are in for their biggest season yet.

Win the ultimate ski gear package from SYNC Performance, Nordica, SHRED., and TOKO! One lucky skier will receive top-of-the-line apparel, skis, goggles, and tuning equipment valued at over $5,400. Enter by November 11, 2025.

Alterra Mountain Company is partnering with Responder Alliance to launch a three-year initiative enhancing mental well-being and stress resilience for ski patrollers and heli-guides across North America. The program equips teams with cutting-edge training to support themselves, each other, and guests on the mountain.

Mikaela Shiffrin kicks off the 2025-26 World Cup season in Sölden, Austria, focused, motivated, and ready. After a balanced summer of training, travel, and personal projects, she’s eager to test her form and step into the new season with clarity and confidence.

Italian skier Marta Bassino will miss the Sölden season opener after suffering a lateral tibial plateau fracture in training. Her recovery is critical ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina.

Ikon Pass expands its global footprint into Asia for Winter 25/26, adding nine new destinations across Japan, China, and South Korea. Pass holders can now ski or ride up to 77 days in Asia’s legendary snow at 11 total destinations, including Japan’s Shiga Kogen, China’s Yunding Snow Park, and South Korea’s Mona Yongpyong.

Burke Mountain Academy (BMA) and Oberschulzentrum Sports Gymnasium have launched an international partnership as part of BMA’s European Programming Initiative. This collaboration establishes BMA’s new European training base in Sterzing/Vipiteno, Italy, creating year-round training, cultural exchange, and development opportunities for student-athletes from both schools.