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Two days of RMISA giant slalom racing in Aspen produced four competitive races, with Utah, Colorado, and Denver sharing wins and podiums.

The 2026 EISA collegiate ski season kicks off January 16 at Sugarloaf Mountain, featuring 13 teams and a host of athletes ready to make their mark. From Dartmouth’s dominant squad to rising stars across the league, this season promises thrilling races and standout performances.

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.

Two days of FISU slalom racing at Loveland showcased early RMISA power as Colorado, Denver, and Utah traded wins and podiums.

Due to snow conditions at Eldora, the RMISA has moved the giant slalom races for the Denver and Colorado Invitationals to Aspen Highlands. Slalom events will still take place at Loveland Ski Area, kicking off the 2026 collegiate alpine season.

Canadian slalom skier Amelia Smart is quietly making her mark on the World Cup circuit. Known for her consistency, composure, and curiosity, Smart approaches each season with a mix of technical precision and playful resilience. From her early ski roots in Whistler and Big White to balancing NCAA racing with World Cup starts, she’s learned that progress is rarely linear. With Levi World Cup slaloms on the horizon, Smart is focused on staying grounded, enjoying the process, and embracing the unpredictability of elite ski racing.

Discover your path to collegiate skiing and snowboarding! Join U.S. Ski & Snowboard, USCSA, and NCAA on November 20th for a free online information night designed to help athletes and parents navigate opportunities beyond high school competition.

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.

The University of Utah Ski Team has unveiled its 2026 RMISA schedule, featuring five home race days and a balanced mix of Nordic and Alpine competitions. The Utes, winners of four of the last five NCAA titles, will aim to defend their national championship when the season culminates in Bozeman, Montana.

Denver Pioneers ski athletes are hitting the ground running for the 2026 season! From NCAA champion Sara Rask’s historic sweep to new Nordic recruits and inspiring alumni stories, discover how DU skiing is shaping the next generation of champions.

New England College alpine skiing is making a major move for 2026, returning to the highly competitive MacConnell Division of the USCSA after five seasons away. The Pilgrims will rejoin a lineup of elite programs across the Northeast, giving student-athletes expanded opportunities to race at the highest collegiate level.

DU Skiing announced three new additions to its alpine team for the 2026 season, welcoming Caman Beauregard of Colorado, Elisabeth Creighton of Canada, and Cecilia Pizzinato of Italy to the Pioneers’ roster.

NCAA skiing is highly competitive, with limited roster spots and growing demand, but college coaches explain what it takes to earn a place. From eligibility rules to the rise of postgraduate years, they share advice for athletes on training, academics, and finding the right program, while reminding that NCAA skiing can bring back the joy of racing.

As the landscape of NCAA ski recruiting evolves, so do the tools and opportunities for athletes and their families navigating the path to collegiate competition, with the College Cup Camp spearheading these efforts.

The United States Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association (USCSA) is excited to announce the election of several individuals to organizational leadership positions and the winners of several 2024-2025 annual awards, including Coach of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and the Keystone Award.

The University of Nevada ski team, entering its fourth season back in NCAA competition, has hired alumnus and former U.S. ski cross racer Nico Monforte as assistant alpine coach. A North Tahoe native and Wolf Pack standout, Monforte brings international racing experience, coaching expertise, and a deep connection to the program as head coach Cameron Smith works to rebuild Nevada into a championship contender.

The University of Denver is hiring a head Nordic skiing coach to lead its nationally recognized program, which has won a record 24 NCAA titles and produced 98 individual champions. The new coach will work alongside Head Alpine Coach Joonas Räsänen and adviser Otto Tschudi to guide the DU Ski Team into its next chapter of success.

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