The Development Pyramid: Why General Athleticism Comes First
WVABBTS explains how general athleticism, physical literacy and multisport participation create the foundation young ski racers need for long-term development.
What Does Growth Look Like? Inside Waterville Valley Academy’s 2025–26 FIS Men’s Season
The 2025–26 Waterville Valley Academy FIS Men's team showcased what growth truly looks like in alpine ski racing. From major FIS point reductions and NCAA commitments to international competition and a culture built on accountability, WVA athletes continued progressing both on and off the racecourse.
Burke Mountain Academy Hiring Men’s FIS Assistant Coach
Burke Mountain Academy is hiring a Men’s FIS Assistant Coach to support its elite alpine program, with a focus on on-snow coaching and strength and conditioning. The role offers a unique opportunity to develop high-level athletes in a holistic, high-performance environment.
SYNC Team Applications Now Open for the 2026/27 Season
Applications are now open for the 2026/27 SYNC Team, offering U16–U21 ski racers across North America access to gear, mentorship, and a connected high-performance community.
Director of Youth Programs – Mt. Spokane Ski Race Team
Mt. Spokane Ski Race Team is seeking a Director of Youth Programs to lead its athlete development pipeline, overseeing foundational training programs and shaping the next generation of Inland Northwest ski racers.
Park City’s Alpine Racing Collective Leads IMD at U12 Championships, Expands to U14+ for 2026–27
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.
Mammoth Mountain Expands Hiring for 2026–27: Director and Coaching Opportunities Across Alpine Programs
Mammoth Mountain is expanding its alpine program ahead of the 2026–27 season, hiring a year-round Alpine Teams Director and multiple coaches across all levels. The move reflects a continued investment in athlete development, staff leadership, and one of North America’s most comprehensive ski team environments.
Sugar Bowl Academy Men Shine in 2026, Highlighting Rising U.S. Talent Pipeline
Sugar Bowl Academy athletes Jack Schrady and Mattias Wilson delivered standout performances in 2026, earning top national results and positioning themselves among the top U.S. junior slalom skiers.
Burke Mountain Academy and Oberschulzentrum Sports Gymnasium Launch International Partnership
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.
Holderness is Hiring- U18 Assistant Alpine Ski Coach
Holderness School is seeking a U18 Assistant Coach for the 2025 ski season. This seasonal role offers a $20,000 stipend, access to campus facilities, and meals when school is in session.
Dynamic Duo: Inside the New Coaching Partnership Guiding the Canadian Women’s Alpine Development Team
The Canadian women’s alpine development team enters a new era with head coach Marie-Ève Boulianne and assistant coach Leslie Firstbrook at the helm. Together, this dynamic duo is reshaping what leadership looks like in ski racing—building not just fast skiers, but confident, resilient young women.
Diann Roffe: Training Better Coaches, Building a Stronger Sport
Olympic champion Diann Roffe, Burke Mountain Academy coach and National Staff member for the Sports Education Academy at U.S. Ski & Snowboard, is dedicated to training better coaches and building a stronger sport.
Affordable, Inclusive, and Local: A Ski Area Management Program Making Winter Sports Accessible
Gogebic Community College offers a Ski Area Management Program that is dedicated to the mountain community and prioritizes making mountain sports more accessible. Learn more about their local initiatives.
Now Hiring: Development and Fundraising Coordinator at Okemo Mountain School
Okemo Mountain School is seeking a Development and Fundraising Coordinator to join our collaborative school community. Learn more and apply!
Youth Enrichment Services (YES) Receives U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s 2025 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion of the Year Award
Youth Enrichment Services (YES), a nonprofit dedicated to offering meaningful outdoor experiences to thousands of young people in Boston since 1968, was honored with the 2025 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion of the Year Award by U.S. Ski & Snowboard.
Fueling Momentum in Race, Atomic Sets the Pace for 25/26 with New Redster Offering and Summer Test Schedule
Following a record-setting season on the world stage, Atomic is charging into summer with championship energy, brand new Redster race product, and a summer test program designed to bring World Cup race performance to the next generation of skiers. Check out the dates and locations of Atomic's 2025 gear testing centers.
SHRED. with Ted Wraps Up Two Unforgettable Sessions in the Dolomites
SHRED., Dolomiti Superski, Val di Fassa, and Ski Team Fassa successfully concluded two sold-out sessions of SHRED. with Ted last February. Learn more about the sessions!
Ski Racing Season Finale: Strategies to End on a High Note
With just a month left in the season, how you approach these final races can define your winter. Whether you’re riding the momentum of a breakout year, looking to turn a decent season into a great one, or trying to salvage a disappointing campaign, now is the time to push your limits. Will you play it safe or go all in? Click to find out how to finish strong and make the most of every remaining race.
Team USA Achieves Success with Consecutive Medals in Junior World Ski Championship Team Events
The 44th Junior World Alpine Ski Championships (JWSC) continued with exciting super-G races, a Team Combined, and a Team Parallel event. The USA succeeded in back-to-back bronze medals.
How to Ski Your Fastest: Conquer Regret and Embrace Risk
Ski racing demands more than technical skills—it calls for an attitude that embraces risk and shuns regret. I have worked with racers from juniors to World Cuppers and consistently see that those who commit fully, even in the face of uncertainty, avoid the lasting sting of regret that comes from playing it safe.
Mt. Mansfield Academy U14 Team Makes History at Kandahar Junior Race
Mt. Mansfield Academy is proud to announce that their U14 team has made history as the first team from the USA to place 2nd in the overall team event at the esteemed Kandahar Junior race, held at Les Houches—Chamonix Mont Blanc, France.
ELITEAM Camps at Gould Academy: Registration Opens Feb 1st
ELITEAM, the long-time leader in training programs announces new partnership with Gould Academy. Registration for camps opens February 1st. Learn More!
Gould Athletes are First in the East at Sunday River
Gould Academy’s competitive snow sports athletes, coaches, and employees enjoyed an exclusive snow day at Sunday River in a unique “First in the East” event.
Alpine Canada Alpin Announces the 2024 Canadian Ski Racing Awards
Alpine Canada Alpin announced the recipients of the 2024 Canadian Ski Racing Awards. These accolades aim to acknowledge the achievements and impact made by individuals in Canada's ski racing community.
