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Andrew Baker has been appointed president and CEO of Alpine Canada, bringing years of leadership experience from the Canadian Olympic Committee. He will lead the national governing body into a new Olympic and Paralympic cycle with a focus on financial sustainability, athlete development and growing Canadian ski racing.

Canada is investing millions in National Alpine Ski Training Centres, but will better facilities alone lead to more World Cup podiums and Olympic medals? This analysis examines why coaching, athlete development, programming, and long-term support may matter just as much as infrastructure in building a sustainable high-performance ski racing system.

Aleix Linse and new coach Martin Fahrner join the Skiing is Believing podcast to discuss the launch of The Edge Ski Team, its international 2026/27 roster and their ambitions for the season ahead.

Julia Cunningham has been named the inaugural recipient of the Lindsey Vonn Foundation's Erich Sailer Ski Scholarship, honoring the legendary coach while supporting the next generation of female alpine ski racers.

Saas-Fee will suspend summer ski operations beginning Aug. 10 due to persistent high temperatures and deteriorating glacier conditions, following a similar closure in Zermatt.

Jackie Wiles reflects on the best season of her career, the strength of the U.S. women's speed team, thoughts on retirement, and the excitement building for the 2026-27 World Cup season in the latest Skiing is Believing podcast.

Former ski racer and World Cup coach Katie Twible shares her journey from athlete to coach to Ski Racing Media, and why she's passionate about the future of ski racing.

Matt Schiller has spent more than 30 years helping athletes ski faster through a unique blend of coaching, boot fitting, equipment expertise, and movement analysis.

The University of Denver announced its 2026 skiing team awards, with Synne Bollingmo and Mia Hunt earning Most Valuable Skier honors after standout NCAA seasons.

The New York Ski Educational Foundation (NYSEF) is hiring a Head Men's FIS Coach to lead athlete development, training, and competition programming at Whiteface Mountain.

Fortis, a national leader in commercial roof warranties and asset life extension, has partnered with Ski Racing Media to support free alpine ski racing coverage. The collaboration highlights the shared principles of preparation, performance, risk management, and long-term success that drive both elite sport and commercial real estate, while bringing new stories, insights, and perspectives to the ski racing community.

Franjo von Allmen has committed his future to HEAD Rebels, signing a contract extension through 2030. The Olympic and World champion has enjoyed a meteoric rise in alpine skiing, collecting five World Cup victories, multiple world and Olympic gold medals, and establishing himself as one of the sport’s premier speed specialists.

As weather variability and shrinking glacier access create new challenges for summer ski training, more clubs, academies, and national teams are turning to indoor facilities like Norway's SNØ. With race-quality snow, dedicated training lanes, advanced coaching technology, and predictable conditions year-round, SNØ is becoming an increasingly important tool for athlete development and preseason preparation.

SYNC Performance is seeking a part-time Customer Service Coordinator to support customer communications, order management, returns, warranty claims, and ecommerce operations. This remote role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and supporting the ski racing community.

SYNC Performance is hiring a part-time remote Social Media Marketing Coordinator to support content creation, social media management, athlete partnerships, and digital marketing campaigns. Ideal candidates are passionate about ski racing, storytelling, and growing engaged sports communities through innovative content.

Austrian speed skier Mirjam Puchner has announced her retirement after 14 seasons on the World Cup circuit. The Olympic and World Championship silver medalist leaves the sport with two World Cup victories, nine podiums, and a legacy defined by resilience, consistency, and success at the highest level.

Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is hiring a part-time Assistant Men’s & Women’s Alpine Ski Coach in Standish, Maine. The position includes on-snow coaching, recruiting, race preparation, and team travel responsibilities within the NCAA Division III program.

Lindsey Vonn delivered an emotional commencement speech at USC, reflecting on her devastating Olympic crash in Cortina, her comeback at 41, and why she has no regrets about returning to elite ski racing.