US Para Athlete

Ted Ligety and Stephani Victor join nine inductees in the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026, to be honored in Ogden, Utah, in April 2027.

Three Paralympic Games and a gold medal later, Andrew Kurka has become one of the most fearless athletes in para alpine skiing. Raised on a remote Alaskan homestead, Kurka built a career defined by grit, resilience, and relentless work ethic. From charging lines others would not attempt to inspiring the next generation of athletes, his journey reflects a legacy built on perseverance and purpose both on and off the slopes.