Paige Dehart: The Female Rookie on the Stifel US Ski Team
This season, Paige Dehart was welcomed onto the Stifel US Ski Team as the new and only female rookie! Learn more about her passion and grit that got her to this accomplishment.
Milano Cortina 2026: CEO Andrea Varnier and his team gain a “boost of enthusiasm” from Paris
As the 2024 Summer Games conclude, we shift our attention to the Winter Games set for February and March 2026. In an exclusive interview, Andrea Varnier, the Chief Executive Officer of Milano Cortina since November 2022, shared his insights. With extensive Olympic experience dating back to Turin 2006, Varnier traveled to Paris with a large Italian delegation to participate in the IOC and IPC's observer program.
Turn Connection/Transition: The Critical Moment Between Turns
This linking of turns needs to be efficient. The center of mass is centered laterally between both skis and longitudinally over the ski boots, allowing the skier options for the upcoming turn.
USCSA Welcomes New Members and Awards Outstanding Achievements
United States Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association (USCSA) was excited to announce the election of several new members to its Board of Directors. They also unveiled the winners of several 2023-2024 annual awards, including Coach of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Conference Coordinator of the Year, the Legacy of Service Award, and the Holger Petersen Volunteer Award.
Marco Schwarz’s World Cup Comeback Delayed by New Surgery
Just as Marco was regaining his strength, he encountered another setback. A slipped disc in his back, which had been causing discomfort, refused to respond to conservative treatments. The situation worsened, leading to the unfortunate decision: surgery.
Maintaining Equal Ankle Flexion for Optimal Ski Performance
The amazing Ron LeMaster photomontages aim to immerse athletes in the images of ski racers, helping them internalize the technique through their neuromuscular system. Athletes then replicate the "technique" their coaches teach, aligned with these concepts. This edition features ankle flexion
Gearing Up For Excellence: SYNC Performance Names an Exceptional NCAA Team
SYNC Performance announces their SYNC NCAA Team for the 2024–25 season. SYNC provides on-snow opportunities, gear, and apparel to the team, which excels these athletes on and off the hill.
Approved 2024-25 NorAm Calendar
The previous NorAm draft calendar scheduled the November women's slalom and giant slalom races in Loveland. The changes have resulted in women racing giant slalom in Copper and slalom in Aspen. The draft also had the men's slalom races in Copper, but like the women's, these races will now be held in Aspen. These are the only changes from the earlier draft.
Mastering Ski Turns: Upper Body Facing Downhill
When we say "facing" downhill, we don't mean facing exactly down the hill. Instead, the upper body should be slightly biased downhill. This means the front of the bib should mostly be visible from below the skier.
David Ryding: Britain’s Unstoppable Slalom Star
Ryding believed the 2023-24 season would be his last. He shares his thought process: "I always saw the 2023-24 season as a fitting finale. After the last Olympics, each year felt like a bonus. But something changed last season. The results continued and the fire in me didn't go out."
Welcome New Pioneers! The University of Denver Ski Team Adds Four to the 2024/25 Alpine Team
University of Denver Skiing announced today that the team has added four student-athletes to its alpine squad for the upcoming 2025 winter season.
Austrian Superstar Marco Schwarz Returns to Skiing – Indoor in Norway
This week, Austrian superstar Marco Schwarz returned to skiing Tuesday at the Norwegian indoor ski hall SNØ, seven months after his December 2023 knee injury.
Aleksander Aamodt Kilde Faces New Challenges After Latest Shoulder Surgery
Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, the 31-year-old Norwegian star, will face a prolonged rehabilitation after falling in Wengen last January. According to the Norwegian Ski Federation's press release, Kilde recently underwent another surgery on his left shoulder at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado.
Championing Tomorrow’s Athletes: Sarah Byrne, Canada’s Domestic Coach of the Year, and Wentworth Ski Race Club’s Commitment to Youth Development
Sarah Byrne at the Wentworth Ski Race Club (WSRC) in Nova Scotia was awarded Canada's Domestic Alpine Coach of the Year. Her and senior coach, Gregor Byrne, talk about the progress the program is making with youth athletes.
The University of Colorado Ski Team Visits White House For College Champions Day
The Colorado Ski team was one of several NCAA Championship teams at the White House Monday that were celebrated at the College Champions Day.
2024-25 Ski Coach Certification Guide: Requirements, Steps, and Key Deadlines
Certification Requirements for the 2024-25 Season: By the end of the 2024-25 season, all coaches must hold a current certification or be actively progressing toward their Level 100 certification.
Mikaela Shiffrin Joins Elite Company in ESPN’s Top 100 Professional Athletes of the 21st Century!
Mikaela Shiffrin's unbelievably successful career led to her inclusion in ESPN's list of the top 100 professional athletes of the 21st century. The list was stacked with athletes who have achieved successes that were unimaginable before in the world of sports.
Johannes Strolz on Youth Ski Racing: Balancing Professional Training and Fun
Johannes Strolz began his skiing journey with a lot of free play. He fondly recalls, "My early experiences with skiing were just playing around, hanging out with friends, doing a lot of free skiing, jumping and skiing beside the groomed slopes." His goal to become a professional athlete emerged much later, around 13. Until then, it was all about fun and enjoyment.
Winter Sports School Capital Campaign Boosted by U.S. Ski & Snowboard Donation
PARK CITY, UT—The Winter Sports School (WSS) received a generous donation from U.S. Ski & Snowboard toward its $5 million Reaching New Peaks capital campaign. To date, the WSS has raised $2.8 million and is reaching out to the community and winter sports industry to raise the remaining $2.2 million necessary to begin the project this fall.
Federica Brignone: Summer Is for Summer Things
Italian Federica Brignone, who turned 34 on July 14th, is among the most successful and longest-serving active female skiers. Despite it being summer, many national teams are taking advantage of the good snow conditions on European glaciers. Ski Racing Media asked Brignone if she is also skiing this summer. "For me, summer is for doing summer things, not winter things. I skied until mid-April. We had a great speed camp with the men's team in Santa Caterina. I also participated in Alpine Park, an exhibition slalom format hosted by Clément Noël; it was fun.
Early Sport Specialization Versus Diversification in Youth Athletes
The purpose of this article is to discuss the different opinions regarding the validity of early sport specialization as opposed to diversification, specifically the effect these two methods have on injuries, motor development, skill acquisition, and social and psychological aspects.
Otto Tschudi’s Endowment Elevates DU Ski Team to New Heights
Otto Tschudi, Managing Director at Stifel, a former DU Pioneer skier and successful business leader, has donated significantly to the University of Denver (DU). His generous gift will endow the Otto Tschudi Head Alpine Ski Coach position, supporting DU student-athletes and helping them succeed for many years. Tschudi, a DU alum (BSBA ’75), excelled in his ski competitions and professional career
Balancing Professionalism and Play in Youth Ski Racing: Insights from Experts
Cochrans Holiday Slalom: Photo Tucker Marshall Youth ski racing in the U.S. is at another
Unlock Your Potential: The ‘Magic Pill’ for Summer Ski Training
Imagine having a magic pill that could enhance your summer ski training and help you tackle high elevations, intense sun, and grueling multi-activity days with more energy and benefit. Summer ski training is no walk in the park, with its unpredictable temperatures and continuous training demands. If such a pill existed, would you take it? Let's explore the secrets to make this "magic pill" a reality for your training regimen.
