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The Head Alpine Ski Coach provides professional leadership for Western Colorado University’s Mountain Sports program, offering year-round coaching, mentorship, and support to student-athletes in both academic and athletic pursuits. Learn more and apply.

Bradshaw Underhill earned the prestigious College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-America At-Large honor, one of the highest awards for student-athletes. He reflects on his four years at Middlebury College in an exclusive interview.

Olympians Doug Lewis and Shannon Bahrke created Champions Advantage, a first-of-its-kind mental skills curriculum for athletes aged U13–U19. Whether the goal is Olympic gold or making the high school varsity team, this program gives athletes the tools to train and perform at their very best. Learn more.

Video can transform athletic performance—but only when used correctly. In this article, Ron Kipp explains how the brain processes video, why watching the wrong movements reinforces bad habits, and how coaches can leverage neuroscience to create lasting improvement.

Dr. Luna Ugrenović studied mental health referral experiences in collegiate, elite sport. Emphasizing how early, intentional engagement can shape athletes’ willingness to seek mental health help and their overall well-being. Learn more about her research and the advice she gives to alpine skiing organizations to assist with this process for their athletes.

Daron Rahlves, the most successful U.S. men’s World Cup downhill skier in history, reflects on the bold moves, fierce rivalries, and fearless skiing that defined his career. From Squaw Valley freeskiing to Kitzbühel glory, his story is one of risk, resilience, and relentless detail.

Thomas Woolson returns to Dartmouth as head coach of the men’s alpine ski team, bringing global coaching experience and a deep personal connection to the program he once captained. Focused on athlete development, team culture, and academic excellence, Woolson aims to build on Dartmouth’s legacy as a launchpad to the sport’s highest levels.

Burnout isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s data. Instead of seeing burnout as failure, we can treat it as valuable feedback and an opportunity. Learn more.

Lauren Macuga’s breakout season delivered a World Cup win, a World Championship medal, and a bold Olympic trajectory. Known for her fearless skiing and fun-loving energy, the 22-year-old U.S. star is charging into 2026 with momentum—and her stars-and-stripes bucket hat in tow.

You will notice several fresh faces on the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team this season; six to be exact. Here is the 2025/26 rookie list.

University of Denver skiing announced today that reigning women’s alpine national champion Sara Rask will return to the Pioneers for her final year of collegiate skiing.

FIS has approved the 2025–26 Alpine World Cup calendar, setting the stage for a high-stakes Olympic season with 75 races across 30 resorts. The schedule includes key qualification events, a new men’s super-G in Livigno, and a men’s downhill in Crans Montana serving as a test event for the 2027 World Championships.

Go inside two days of open, honest conversation between U.S. Ski Team staff, Rocky Mountain Division coaches, and top American athletes. From tactical GS insights to personal reflections on career challenges, the May 18–19 forum delivered rare and valuable perspectives on athlete development, coaching, and community. Watch the full sessions now, including athlete roundtables starting at 2:12:40 (Saturday) and 2:20:50 (Sunday).

Katie Twible, a seasoned coach with over a decade of experience, kicks off the Coach's Corner series by sharing three transformative coaching lessons that have reshaped how she leads, and how she lives.

Petra Vlhová, Mikaela Shiffrin’s fiercest rival, is battling to return after a second knee surgery. With her future in ski racing uncertain, she shares the emotional toll of her recovery and the hope that still drives her.

U.S. Ski & Snowboard has replaced its national development team with a regional system for 2025–26, aiming to develop top athletes closer to home through focused coaching, flexible selection, and reduced costs supported by new funding and long-term endowment plans.

Explore the draft 2025–26 ski racing calendar, including NorAm, NCAA, U.S. Championships, U18 Nationals, and Junior Worlds, with clear conflict checks to support season planning.

The United States Collegiate Ski Association (USCSA) 2024–25 Report, presented by Ron Bonneau during the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Congress, highlights steady membership, record-breaking Nationals participation, and new proposals to strengthen ties with U.S. Ski & Snowboard—focusing on athlete retention, coaching pathways, and shared resources.