On Wednesday’s men’s giant slalom race at the Stifel Sun Valley Finals River Radamus closed out his World Cup season in 15th place and 12th in the overall giant slalom standings. 

“I’m proud of the fight today and my approach,” said Radamus. “It’s always special to close it out in the U.S. this crowd has been amazing.” 

It was another beautiful and hot day in Sun Valley for the finals race and the U.S. crowd came out to cheer on the lone qualifier of the men’s giant slalom. Radamus known to lay it on the line for the hometown crowd was ready to give it his all. The set was once again extremely tricky - a real challenge for the skiers. Many claimed that it was the tightest set they had seen all season. Regardless, it was go time. 

Radamus kicked out of the gate with bib 10 with an aggressive line. He got caught up on his inside ski early leaning in almost going out. Radamus lost well over a second on the costly error. He still did his best to maintain his speed and put himself into position for a solid second run. 

On the second run Radamus was in a solid position to ski fast with a clean course in the spring like conditions. He went out charging in the green the whole way down. Radamus got low in a few spots but was able to recover quickly and squeak out the top spot. Radamus would ultimately end up in 15th. 

“I think there are definitely spots I could have executed better but happy to walk away with some points here and exciting to work hard for the next season,” said Radamus. 

The winner of the race was Swiss skier Loic Meillard who has had a very strong end of season showing across the technical disciplines. In second place was Marco Odermatt and in third Norwegian Henrik Kristoffersen. 

The giant slalom overall winner was also awarded on Wednesday to Marco Odermatt, who clinched the globe prior to the finals week. Radamus landed 12th. 

The final World Cup races of the season go off on Thursday for a women’s and men’s slalom. 

RESULTS
men's giant slalom 

The sun was out in full force, the course was set and the athletes put it all on the line for the final giant slalom of the 2024-25 season at the Stifel Sun Valley Finals. At the end of the day, it was Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete AJ Hurt as the top American, taking eighth place.

With a smile across her face, Hurt whipped her hands into the air across the line to end her season with a top 10 result and 14th in the overall FIS giant slalom overall rankings.

In the first run, the snow did not hold up well and the set was difficult, causing many DNFs. Paula Moltzan, currently ranked within the top seven, ran into trouble early in her run. Losing grip on her pole around the third gate, she fought her way down the course with just one pole and was heading into a position within the top five. However, just before the finish, Moltzan crashed into the fence. Despite being banged up with a bandage on her face, she is OK.

The other surprise of the race was when the leading Crystal Globe contender, New Zealand’s Alice Robinson, also did not finish the race and ultimately gave up the Globe to Italian Federica Brignone.

Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete Nina O’Brien also landed in the top 15 in 12th place. While it was not the result she hoped for at home, she was still excited to race in the U.S. and see friends and family in the crowd. O’Brien ended her giant slalom season in 11th in the overall GS rankings. 

“The set was definitely a little bit tough today with the snow breaking down, and you have to be really smart about how you ski,” said O’Brien. “Our team has been pushing each other this season a lot and it feels like every race somebody is shining each day which has been really cool.” 

On the second run, the course set was much more forgiving for the athletes, and the best pushed the limits. Hurt skied cleanly into the top position and moved up a few spots to land in the top 10. 

“It's nice to come away with a good result as we head into the next season,” said Hurt. “It is also pretty awesome to have family and friends around since we are also pretty close to California.”

Stifel U.S. Ski Team members Lauren Macuga and Katie Hensien also raced. Though Hensien did not finish, she is still proud of her season. Macuga, a speed skier, was able to race after scoring over 500 World Cup points. She put down two gutsy runs in her first ever World Cup giant slalom and scored points, finishing in 15th place.

Swiss skier Lara Gut-Behrami took the victory, claiming her second win of the Stifel Sun Valley Finals week. Brignone ended up in second, and with that result, secured the giant slalom Crystal Globe, edging Robinson. It is Brignone’s third Globe of the 2024-25 season, after capturing the overall, super-G and giant slalom. Sweden’s Sara Hector finished third. 

Gut-Behrami also clinched the Stifel HERoic Cup, a $50,000 prize for the winningest World Cup woman skier between the U.S. World Cup races: the Stifel Killington Cup, Stifel Birds of Prey and Stifel Sun Valley Finals. Stifel chairman and CEO Ronald Kruszewski presented the check and a trophy to the accomplished racer, who was thrilled to win the award, and stated that she was going to build a pool with the prize money. 

The women’s tech team will now prepare for the slalom race on Thursday, March 27, while the men’s giant slalom skiers prepare for their last giant slalom race on Wednesday, March 26. 

RESULTS
Women's giant slalom

HOW TO WATCH

• Wednesday, March 26
  • 11:30 a.m. – men’s GS, first run – LIVE on Outside TV
  • 2:00 p.m. – men’s GS, second run – LIVE on Outside TV & USA
• Thursday, March 27
  • 11:00 a.m. – women’s slalom, first run – LIVE on Outside TV
  • 12:00 p.m. – men’s slalom, first run – LIVE on Outside TV
  • 2:00 p.m. – women’s slalom, second run – LIVE on Outside TV & USA
  • 3:00 p.m. – men’s slalom, second run – LIVE on Outside TV

Under the sun and on home snow, Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete Lindsey Vonn secured a second place finish in the super-G at the Stifel Sun Valley Finals in Sun Valley, Idaho. The podium finish marks her first World Cup podium since coming out of retirement and her first podium since 2018. 

“It’s been a really fun journey. It's been a really hard journey,” said Vonn. “This podium is so meaningful. I always knew why I was here. I love skiing, I love going fast, and I just couldn't put all the pieces together. And today, I finally did.” 

Vonn’s best result prior to Sunday was a fourth-place finish in the super-G at St. Anton, Austria in January. She had an up-and-down season with strong skiing in sections but was plagued by mistakes and DNFs. However, she knew how to turn it on at home in Sun Valley when it mattered most. 

Vonn ran bib 17 and fought through tough snow and terrain, showing grit as she nailed key sections on the course to make it down into second place. The cheers from the home crowd were deafening, who were thrilled to see the speed queen making her mark on the Sun Valley snow. 

It was a dream come true for the skier and the fans. When she crossed the finish line, Vonn threw up her arms and screamed into the camera. It was a celebration of something she had been working towards since coming back from retirement and proof of her ability as a ski racer. With nearly the entire women’s alpine team in the finish, it was also a celebration to remember for everyone in attendance, especially for Vonn, who was visibly emotional from the moment she crossed the line to when she stood atop the podium steps.

“I knew I was the only American that would be coming to the finish line today and I wanted to make my country proud,” said Vonn. “I'm just getting started. I feel like this season was just a lot of testing and trying to figure things out and get back into the sport.” 

Breakout star Lauren Macuga also raced in the super-G but unfortunately did not finish. Macuga was charging hard but her ski got caught up in some bad snow and she didn't make it to the next gate. Regardless of the result, Macuga was cheered on by a very loud Sun Valley crowd and her family, including her two sisters - one who competes on the Stifel U.S. Freestyle Team and one on the U.S. Ski Jumping Team. 

The winner of the race and super-G globe was Lara Gut-Behrami. Gut-Behrami skied with aggression that no other women in the field could match to win the race by an astounding 1.29 seconds. This win also snagged her the Crystal Globe for the discipline over Italian Federica Brignone. 

On the men’s side, Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete Ryan Cochran-Siegle landed in 13th place in the super-G. He was hoping for a stronger result in a season that had brought many highs and lows for the veteran skier. Regardless of the disappointing place, he remained confident that he will find his fast skiing again and plans to work on consistency this summer. 

“I had days of strong skiing, but it's hard to not feel disappointed by not really putting it together more consistently,” said Cochran-Siegle. “I feel motivated, addressing my weaknesses and really trying to actually improve and find ways to get better because I don't feel like I'm so far off.” 

The World Cup speed season is now officially over and both the men and women plan to take a little break before firing into spring camps to test and prepare for an Olympic season. 

The Stifel Sun Valley Finals continue on Tuesday with tech events. 

RESULTS
Women's super-G
Men's super-G

Jessie Diggins claimed the FIS Cross Country World Cup overall title for the third time in her career, alongside the distance Crystal Globe by just two points, after a dominant 2024-25 season. It is her second year in a row winning both the overall and distance FIS Crystal Globes.

Diggins had seven podium finishes in the 2024-25 season—six of them victories, including her first ever classic race win in the 15k at the Tour de Ski. Despite battling a foot injury in the second half of the season, she remained at the top of the standings from start to finish, wearing the coveted yellow leader’s bib from the very first race weekend. This is Diggins' third time clinching the overall Crystal Globe; she is the only non-European to win the Globe in the sport's history.

“I think that this year, it was so joyful to be able to prove to myself that I could win the overall Crystal Globe in a place of being really happy and mentally healthy and in a strong and resilient body that could stay healthy all season,” Diggins reflected. “There was more joy in the process, and there was less stress overall!”

Diggins displayed grit and resilience throughout the season, overcoming plantar fasciitis and a partially torn ligament in her foot to continue competing, only missing a couple of races after the Tour de Ski. She finished third in the overall Tour de Ski standings. She capped off her season with another significant achievement: winning a World Championships silver medal in the skate sprint alongside teammate Julia Kern. It marked the second consecutive time the duo has reached the World Championship podium together and Diggins' seventh World Championships medal. 

Diggins’ career numbers further highlight her impact on the sport: 358 World Cup starts, 79 podiums and 29 victories. But for her, success has evolved beyond just statistics.

“When I was younger, it was hard to separate succeeding from succeeding on the results sheet. My self-worth was based on what number was next to my name,” she said. "Succeeding at something, to me, is going after it with your whole heart, doing it in a way that lifts up other people and means that you cross the finish line with nothing left. I want to always look back and go, ‘that was the best I could do and I left everything out there."

She also emphasized the significance of breaking new ground in her sport. “You can’t be what you can’t see,” Diggins explained. “Sometimes you need to see someone do it to believe that it’s possible. Hopefully, this creates more opportunity for those coming after me.”

Looking ahead to the next season—an Olympic year—Diggins will have to decide how to balance her World Cup ambitions with Olympic preparation. However, one thing remains clear: She continues to race because she loves the sport and the process of pushing herself to new limits.

“I’ve been very fortunate to achieve a lot of my big hopes and dreams, but I am still here doing this because I genuinely love it. I love finding out how tough, gritty and mentally strong I can be when things are tough. And that’s what keeps me coming back.”

As she celebrates another historic milestone, Diggins remains committed to her team and to inspiring the next generation of cross country skiers. A common theme among the Stifel U.S. Cross Country Ski Team is the importance of a supportive culture, which Diggins credits to her success, especially this season. "When one of us wins, we all win. It's not all about results; it's about being a team player and being part of something bigger than yourself."

And her advice for young athletes who dream to one day be like Diggins, on top of the world in her sport, is simple:

“Do it because you love it. This sport is so much hard work, and that’s what’s so fun about it. Find a team you truly love to be around, put a lot into that team, and love the process. At the end of the day, the process is all there is.”

The season wrapped with the 50k classic, Diggins was back in the top 10, finishing the day in ninth. Gus Schumacher led the way for the men, crossing the line and waving to the fans in seventh. 

RESULTS
50k 
Women
Men

Overall 
Women
Men

The first freeski event of the 2025 FIS Ski Freestyle World Championships wrapped up, with Mac Forehand and Alex Hall sharing the slopestyle podium. Forehand won the silver and Hall the bronze. The United States finished with four men in the top eight, a huge accomplishment in a stacked slopestyle field.

After a week of prime conditions in Corvatsch, Switzerland, the slopestyle finals were moved earlier to squeeze in before an incoming weekend storm. In qualifications on Wednesday, six of seven athletes punched their ticket to finals: Forehand, Hall, Hunter Henderson, Troy Podmilsak, Marin Hamill and Grace Henderson.

Forehand and Hall shared the podium for the second time this season, joined by Norway’s Birk Ruud in the gold medal spot. After failing to put together a clean first run, Forehand, Hall and Hunter Henderson all needed to lace their second go. Podmilsak and Hunter Henderson both sat in third after their second runs before being bumped down to finish in seventh and eighth, respectively.

Forehand had an impressive second run, with judges loving his first rail combo - a right back swap transfer, pretzel 240 out - giving it the highest score of the day. They also loved his second jump, a switch left triple 1620 mute. Hall answered well, putting together an tricky first rail combo: a switch right tails on, tails over transfer, blind 450 out. Hall was the only athlete in the field using the transition feature so progressively, getting two hits out of it instead of just one. Hall talked about his approach to World Championships, saying, “My strategy lately has just been to go for the run I really feel like doing, having fun doing it and trying the hardest rail tricks I can think of.”

It is Forehand’s first World Championship medal and Hall’s second. Forehand reflected on sharing the podium with a teammate, saying, “My teammates are like my brothers at this point. With Alex up there with me today, it’s like having a brother with me, I really enjoyed it.”

On the women’s side, Grace Henderson finished ninth and Marin Hamill 11th. Both were stoked to put down a clean run when it counted and walk away from the season healthy and in high spirits. Switzerland's own Mathilde Gremaud finished first, with Austria's Lara Wolf in second and Canada's Megan Oldham in third.

Next up, the same squad will throw down in big air qualifications. Women’s qualifications are scheduled for Wednesday, March 26 and men’s on Thursday, March 27. Finals are on the March 29. Halfpipe qualifications are scheduled for Friday, March 28, with finals on March 30.

RESULTS
Women
Men

In a thrilling night sprint under the lights in Lahti, Finland, JC Schoonmaker delivered for the final individual sprint of the season, crossing the finish line in sixth. Schoonmaker's result made it another strong day for the Americans, with eight in the top 30 and four in the top 15. 

Schoonmaker led a strong contingent of American skiers as eight U.S. athletes advanced to the sprint heats—five men and three women. The men’s squad featured Schoonmaker, Gus Schumacher, Ben Ogden, Jack Young and Kevin Bolger, while Jessie Diggins, Julia Kern and Sammy Smith represented the women. Four Americans cracked the top 15, with Schumacher taking 12th, Kern 13th and Diggins 15th. Smith finished 25th, Ogden 19th, Bolger 20th and Young 30th.

"I feel proud of how I raced this season. It was the best preparation period for me before the season, so I’m happy to come out with some good racing, given the circumstances. I feel that I was able to learn a lot and gain more experience, which makes me extra motivated for next year."

"Today was variable, including the snow conditions. My body felt good, but my tactics didn’t go as planned. The times were really tight today, and the course was causing a lot of jam-ups and scrappy skiing. I’m proud I had a good start, and for trying to make moves out there and adjust my plan, but it wasn’t quite enough. Sprinting can be so fun but also requires a little luck. Today, I learn from my mistakes for next time." 

The night belonged to Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, who claimed his 16th consecutive sprint victory and secured the FIS Sprint Crystal Globe. On the women’s side, Finland’s Jasmi Joensuu earned the sprint win in front of a home crowd. Ben Ogden and Jessie Diggins ended the season in seventh place overall in the sprint standings, capping off another strong year for U.S. cross country skiing.

“It was a really cool atmosphere today – the lights were super bright; the crowd was amazing and I am super grateful to everyone for the love. This was maybe the only race of the year where there was no pressure, no points – I was just going out there racing for me, because I love it, and because it was fun! And I did have a ton of fun out there."

Schoonmaker’s breakthrough performance in Lahti adds momentum to the U.S. team as the season winds down, with just two races left: the team sprint tomorrow, March 22, and the 50k classic on Sunday, March 23. 

RESULTS
WOMEN
MEN

A season of highs and lows, successes, failures, and records culminated at the dual moguls event at World Championships when Jaelin Kauf and Tess Johnson defied the odds to finish first and second overall. This is the first time the U.S. has ever gone one-two at World Championships in dual moguls.  

“It feels incredible, especially after singles - a little bit of redemption out here for duals, and it’s been an awesome day skiing against some really strong women and against Tess,” said Kauf. “I was really hoping for a sweep there with Kylie, but our whole team is crushing it, and it’s super awesome to get two of us on the podium today.”  

An overnight freeze and cloudy conditions made for a moguls skier’s nightmare: hard, frozen bumps. The first few rounds of the qualification round were dicey as spectators watched at least one athlete ski out in almost every dual. Despite a few bobbles, the Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes took their qualification duals in stride, and seven advanced into the finals round of 16. 

In the 1/8th final, Kylie Kariotis took out 2025 moguls World Championship bronze medalist Maia Schwinghammer (CAN), in what would turn out to be the first of a string of incredible duals from the rookie. Kasey Hogg prevailed against Hinako Tomitaka (JPN). All four U.S. women advanced to the quarter-finals along with Charlie Mickel, who won his dual against Rasmus Stegfeldt of Sweden. Nick Page finished the day 14th and Dylan Walczyk in 16th. 

The women’s dual placement couldn’t have been better for the U.S., as no U.S. women would have to go head-to-head until the semi-finals. Jaelin Kauf, Kariotis, and Johnson advanced into the semifinals, meaning they would all have the chance to battle it out for a medal. In the quarter-finals, Johnson took on multi-time World Champion Perrine Laffont from France and, with an exciting outcome, won the dual by one point to advance to the semifinals. Hogg finished the day sixth, tying her dual moguls personal best. Mickel landed in seventh. 

“Perrine Laffont is the World Champion, she just won two days ago so when I was able to beat her just by one point I knew that I could win gold if I wanted,” said Johnson. “I’m just really proud of how I skied today it’s been an incredible season and to end it with a silver at World Champs is kind of a dream come true.”

In semifinal one, Kauf and Kariotis battled it out, and Kauf was untouchable, winning the dual 23 to 12, sending her to the big final and Kariotis to the small final. Johnson went up against Anastassiya Gorodko of Kazakhstan, who has been on fire all season. Despite her success, Johnson was cleaner and quicker through the bumps, putting herself into gold/silver medal contention. 

In the small final, Kariotis met Gorodko in only her second small final appearance of her career. Kariotis kept things close, but ultimately, Gorodko prevailed, and Kariotis finished fourth. 

All eyes and ears in the vicinity of the course were turned to the bumps for the women’s big final, where Johnson and Kauf were set to battle it out for the gold medal. Despite a few mistakes across both athletes, Kauf turned on the gas in the mid-section of the course. Her speed, along with jumps, made her untouchable throughout the day, and the big final was no exception. Kauf took the gold medal alongside teammate Johnson with the silver, the best World Championship result for both athletes. These results mark the best finish for the U.S. in World Championship dual moguls history. 

“Kylie was so close to that bronze medal, and I know it’s coming for her; she is an incredible skier, and she has had an amazing season. We really wanted it [a podium sweep] today, but I know that it is going to come eventually, and I am just really proud of our entire team, the men included, our staff included; it’s been one heck of a season,” said Johnson. When asked what the secret is to the team’s success, she said, “working hard and having fun.” 

As the men finished their final round, Kauf was given the coveted gold '2025 World Champion' bib to wear for the award ceremony, and the crowd roared. Kauf and Johnson went around the spectator area, giving hugs to the many friends and family who had come all the way to Switzerland to support them, and everyone could feel that dreams had come true that day. 

RESULTS
Women
Men

SILVAPLANA, CE (March 21, 2025) 16-year-old Ollie Martin stepped up under pressure in the first event of the 2025 FIS Snowboard World Championships slopestyle final to earn a bronze medal - this is Martin’s first career World Championships appearance and first medal  

Originally set for Sunday, Mar. 23, finals were rescheduled for Friday, Mar. 21 to take advantage of the weather window. Martin was joined by two Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team teammates in finals, 2023 FIS slopestyle Crystal Globe winner Dusty Henricksen and 2018 Olympic slopestyle champion Red Gerard, each bringing their own unique style and steeze to the Silvaplana course.

Gerard was first to drop for the Americans and had a solid start to his run before an uncharacteristic mistake on his front double 10 on the transition feature, which ultimately denied him the full pull. Although a low score was given, Gerard stood in podium position for the majority of the first run, as rider after rider fell victim to the flat light conditions that plagued the World Championship final. Despite a laced second run, Gerard’s run cumulative two score’s of 74.61 was unable to crack the top three and earned him fifth on the day.

With a gold chain around his neck and rocking his signature stache, Henricksen dropped into the picturesque Silvaplana slopestyle course and earned the first full pull of the morning. Complete with a flawless 50-50 frontside 270 boardslide & massive switch backside rodeo stalefish in transition, Henricksen sat in third place heading into run two. A fall on the first jump of his third run ultimately took Henricksen out of medal contention but the “sleepy style” rider put on a show for the European fans lining the course, proving why he’s one of the most stylish riders in the world, and ultimately took seventh place overall.

With both American veterans out of the top three, the 16-year-old rookie was the last hope for the American’s to secure a World Championships slopestyle podium. Stoic as ever, Martin locked in and delivered the run of his life, switching up his final two tricks last minute after watching his fellow competitors level up. Martin upgraded his back-16 to a back-18 on the third jump and opted for a double crippler on the sharkfin over a cab double nine. The judges awarded his versatility with a score of 78.98, earning the Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team rookie the 2025 Snowboard World Championships slopestyle bronze.

“Switching things up last minute made things super stressful,” said Martin, visibly realized after the contest was over. “I didn’t feel confident the run I had planned would give me a good enough shot at the podium so I talked with my coaches and decided to change it up. I’m so glad I did and just relieved I was able to put it down. Really happy to have pushed through the stress and have used it to my advantage.”

Spot owned.

Martin’s third place finish marks the second consecutive World Championships slopestyle bronze for the United States, with Olympian Chris Corning taking the chocolate medal in 2023.

The slopestyle team will be lucky to squeeze in a nap over the next few days as big air training at the 2025 FIS Snowboard World Championships begins tomorrow, Saturday Mar. 22. Snowboard big air qualifications are scheduled for Mar. 24-25 with finals on deck for Thursday, Mar. 27.

RESULTS
Women
Men

J.Crew is now the official lifestyle-apparel partner for U.S. Ski & Snowboard, collaborating on exclusive product collections, campaigns featuring elite American athletes and initiatives to support the broader ski community

NEW YORK – March 20, 2025 – J.Crew and U.S. Ski & Snowboard announce a milestone three-year partnership, making J.Crew the organization’s official lifestyle-apparel partner. This first-of-its-kind collaboration unites J.Crew’s rich sartorial connection to the après-ski lifestyle with U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s mission to elevate its athletes, inspire the nation and strive for excellence on the world stage. U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the nonprofit Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body for skiing and snowboarding, which oversees 10 national teams. 

This partnership marks J.Crew’s longest to date, showcasing the connection between sports and leisure—a theme woven throughout the brand’s decades-long history of lifestyle storytelling. J.Crew will have a presence across a wide range of U.S. Ski & Snowboard sports, including alpine, cross country, freeskiing, snowboarding, Para alpine, Para snowboarding and more.

“J.Crew has a long-standing connection to alpine culture, and we are thrilled to build on that legacy through our partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard,” said Libby Wadle, CEO of J.Crew Group. “With competitive snow sports continuing to grow in the American consciousness, we are proud to celebrate and share the inspiring stories of its athletes—both on and off the mountain—as they prepare for the Olympics next year. This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for J.Crew, and we look forward to bringing it to life.”

The product collections will feature signature J.Crew categories reimagined through an aspirational ski lens. Inspired by vintage ski logos and archival Olympic patches, these exclusive winter collections will feature sweaters, loungewear and cold-weather accessories for women, men and kids.

“This marks an exciting expansion into the fashion and style space for U.S. Ski & Snowboard. We’re thrilled to partner with J.Crew, an iconic American brand that embodies timeless style and adventure,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “This collaboration celebrates the spirit of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, blending sports lifestyle and fashion in a way that will inspire athletes and fans alike.”  

“The opportunity to partner with U.S. Ski & Snowboard is a significant milestone for J.Crew, showcasing our strength and commitment to building a lasting presence in sports,” said J.Crew Group Chairman Kevin Ulrich. “This collaboration deepens our connection to a community that shares our passion for style and storytelling while solidifying our ties to sport and the great outdoors.”

J.Crew will kick off its partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard on March 25th at the Stifel Sun Valley Finals in Sun Valley, Idaho, debuting its first on-the-ground experiences to celebrate the ski community and partnership.

About J.Crew Group
J.Crew Group is an internationally recognized omnichannel retailer and family of legacy American brands;  J.Crew, J.Crew Factory and Madewell. Famous for building iconic, beloved brands,  J.Crew Group is the ultimate destination for personal style that is timeless, classic and high quality. As of March 1st, 2025, the Company operates 110 J.Crew retail stores, 154 Madewell stores and 328 J.Crew Factory stores in the United States, and maintains a robust ecommerce presence. For more information, visit jcrew.com, jcrewfactory.com and madewell.com.

About U.S Ski and Snowboard 
U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body of ski and snowboard sports in the USA, based in Park City, Utah. Started in 1905, the organization now represents nearly 250 elite skiers and snowboarders competing on 10 teams: alpine, cross country, freestyle moguls, freestyle aerials, snowboard, freeski, nordic combined, ski jumping, Para alpine and Para snowboard. In addition to the elite teams, U.S. Ski & Snowboard also provides leadership and direction for tens of thousands of young skiers and snowboarders across the USA, encouraging and supporting them in achieving excellence. By empowering national teams, clubs, coaches, parents, officials, volunteers and fans, U.S. Ski & Snowboard is committed to the progression of its sports, athlete success and the value of team. For more information, visit usskiandsnowboard.org.

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For the first time since 2019, Julia Kern is back on the individual World Cup podium. Under the lights at the Tallinn City Sprint in Estonia, Kern powered her way to a long-awaited top-three finish. Ben Ogden was seventh, topping off a strong day for the Americans. 

The 2024-25 season has been significant for Kern, highlighted by her silver medal in the team sprint at the World Championships. But an individual podium had remained elusive—until now. With just four races left in the season, she delivered a gutsy performance on the fast-paced urban course in Tallinn. 

“A podium possibility is something I have been chasing the past five years ever since my first podium,” she said. “I never stopped believing that I had it in me, but there were definitely times when it felt far out of reach, like in Period 1 this season. Things with sprinting were really not clicking early season, which wasn’t so surprising given my injury-ridden fall. But I knew my fitness was there with strong distance races, so I worked really hard with the coaches and strength coach in the lead-up to World Champs to get my sprinting gears back.”

This result has been a long time coming for Kern, who has been chasing a return to the podium for five years. The journey hasn’t been easy, with injuries and early-season struggles testing her resilience. Period one of the season was challenging, with her sprinting not quite clicking, but she never lost belief.

Kern credited the wax technicians for their tireless support and expertise, especially given the unique conditions of the race, which featured limited course access and neutral waxing rules.

“The staff did an amazing job in ski testing and strategy today,” she said. “They were cheering so loud around the course that I had no option but to boost into another gear. I feel so grateful for their unwavering belief over the years, and especially this season where I was reminded to be patient, and that likely my form would catch up and come around at the end of the season.”

Kern had a strong season beyond sprinting, earning a career-best sixth place in the 20k skate in Falun, Sweden and finishing fifth in the individual sprint at World Championships. She and Jessie Diggins also took silver in the team sprint, marking Kern’s second career World Championships medal after their bronze in 2023. 

Other notable results of the day go to Ogden, who was seventh. Gus Schumacher, Jack Young and Sammy Smith also punched their tickets to the Tallinn City Sprint rounds and ended the day with a 16th by Schumacher, 19th by Young and Smith in 27th place. The women's podium of the day was topped by Switzerland's Nadine Faehnrich and Sweden's Maja Dahlqvist in second. For the men, Norway's Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo is back on top in first, with his teammate Harald Oestberg Amundsen in second and France's Jules Chappaz in third. 

Now, the team has made a quick turnaround to Lahti, Finland, for the final World Cup weekend of the season. Jessie Diggins enters the week with the FIS Cross Country FIS Overall Crystal Globe for the third time in her career; Diggins is the only non-European to win the Overall Crystal Globe in cross country World Cup history. 

RESULTS 
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