The Regional Development Teams consist of the best 14-21-year-olds in the country based on head-to-head performance at the NorAms, US Nationals, U18 Nationals, and U16 Nationals. Nominated athletes are recognized by selection to a Regional Team depending on where they race.  For athletes who are objectively making a Regional Team, U.S. Ski & Snowboard will provide elite-level programming throughout the year, which may supplement the athlete’s home program. Training and travel will be subsidized by USSS and all coach costs will be fully covered by U.S. Ski & Snowboard. Additional athletes may be invited to join a project at any time based on their recent performance.

Regional Team programming aims to propel athletes toward the National Team.  The NorAm Cup is the target series, supplemented by regional FIS races as the home series.  European competition trips for select athletes will be organized as part of the program to provide critical developmental reach exposure.