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2025 HYBRID Club Excellence Conference - REGISTRATION OPEN!

By U.S. Ski & Snowboard
April, 8 2025
club excellence
2025 Hybrid Club Excellence Conference

“The Power of Team” 

  • Thursday, May 15th, 2024 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM + Post-Conference Reception until 6:30 pm
  • Friday, May 16th, 2024 - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

This year’s conference will be held at the Westgate Resort & Spa in Park City, UT, from Thursday, May 15 - Friday, May 16, 2025. The venue also hosts the 2025 U.S. Ski & Snowboard Congress (May 12-16), providing an exciting opportunity to be part of a larger sports community gathering. There will also be a virtual option for those who are unable to make it in person and all sessions will be recorded so you can view them at a later date if you cannot make the live sessions. Whether you're joining us onsite or logging in remotely, get ready to dive into a world of practical insights and collaborative opportunities across all disciplines. 

You must be subscribed to the Sport Education Academy (SEA) to register. We cannot accommodate group registrations, please register individually for the conference. Prior to selecting a registration link below, please ensure that you are logged in to the Sport Education Academy and presently subscribed at the corresponding tier (i.e. the GOLD SEA SUBSCRIBER link will only work if you currently have a Gold subscription). 

IN-PERSON OPTIONS

*Includes continental breakfast on both days, lunch, and a post-conference reception, raffle, and networking on Thursday. 

LODGING INFORMATION 

VIRTUAL OPTIONS - ZOOM

CERTIFIED COACHES CONTINUING EDUCATION 

Get ahead on next year’s Continuing Education (CE) requirement! Certified coaches (Level 100 or higher) may meet the 2025-26 CE requirement in FULL by participating in this conference.

  • Attendee participation is recorded automatically and will be added to your coach education records this summer. 
  • Our normal CE calendar is July 1 - June 30. The annual Club Excellence Conference is a special exception that allows coaches to get ahead on CE credits for the coming season. Online and external CE completed in May/June otherwise applies to the previous season’s requirement.
  • Please note all sessions will be recorded so if you are interested in registering for the sessions but cannot make the live dates, register for the virtual option and we will provide you with all of the webinar recordings, all of the resources, and you will still qualify for continuing education credits.
  • Attendance will earn you 10 continuing education credits to keep your coach certification current for the 2025-26 season. 

Thank you to our Title Sponsor, World Cup Supply, for making this conference possible.

We hope you will join us! 

Best,
U.S. Ski & Snowboard Sport Education
sporteducation@usskiandsnowboard.org

 

Stifel Sun Valley Finals Success: First World Cup Finals in U.S. Since 2017 Showcases the Best in Alpine

By Leann Bentley - Stifel U.S. Ski Team
March, 28 2025
sun valley

Sun Valley, Idaho played host to the world's best alpine ski racers for the 2025 Stifel Sun Valley Finals, marking the first time since 2017 that the season-ending event was held outside of Europe. Over seven days, fans packed the stands to witness world class alpine ski racing and immerse themselves in a festival atmosphere that spanned from the towns of Sun Valley and Ketchum to the race course. 

“The Stifel Sun Valley Finals was a fabulous event and we are thrilled with how how the community came together for such an important week and we had some great performances from our athletes,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “Sun Valley was an extraordinary host and we are so appreciative of all the work that went into pulling off such a successful event. The support from the local community and our partners elevated the entire week and showcased how passionate America is for ski racing.”

The event featured four races for the top 25-ranked racers in each event: downhill, super-G, giant slalom and slalom. While the downhill was canceled due to weather, the sun came out the following days with spring-like conditions for the rest of the week. The races also included hotly contested fights for the FIS Crystal Globes and the Nations Cups, which are awarded to the best racers and teams of the 2024-25 season. 

Highlighting the week’s results and thrilling the packed U.S. crowd, there were two podium results for the Stifel U.S. Ski Team. In the super-G, Lindsey Vonn made her historic return to the podium, finishing second. At 40 years old, Vonn became the oldest woman to podium in a World Cup race, 2,565 days after her last World Cup podium in 2018. And then, to cap off a historic season, Mikaela Shiffrin won her 101st World Cup in the slalom, continuing to reset records with every World Cup win. 

Other notable results include Ben Ritchie snagging seventh place in the men’s slalom, AJ Hurt securing a top 10 finish in eighth place in the women’s super-G and Lauren Macuga scoring giant slalom points in her debut in the event, alongside her fourth overall ranking in the downhill standings. 

A highlight of the week was the presentation of the Stifel HERoic Cup, a $50,000 award from Stifel U.S. Ski Team partner Stifel Financial, created to celebrate and support women in alpine skiing. Lara Gut-Behrami of Switzerland claimed the honor by accumulating the most World Cup points across the three domestic World Cup stops—Killington, Beaver Creek and Sun Valley—further solidifying her dominance this season. Gut-Behrami also swept her events this weekend, winning both the giant slalom and super-G events. 

Beyond the racing, Sun Valley embraced the World Cup Finals as a community-wide celebration of ski culture. Fans filled the venue each day, creating an electric atmosphere that extended into town with concerts, a Picabo Street statue unveiling, skijoring and other festivities. The Stifel Sun Valley Finals underscored the deep ties between the western U.S. community and the sport of skiing, with local businesses, volunteers and fans coming together to celebrate the culture of skiing. 

"We are incredibly proud of the success of this event and the overwhelming support from athletes, fans and partners who made it possible,” said Stacey Ehleringer, Stifel Sun Valley Finals local lorganizing chair. “Sun Valley has a deep-rooted passion for the sport, and we hope to build on this momentum with the goal of bringing the Finals back in 2027. The legacy of this competition will continue to inspire younger generations, and we look forward to welcoming the world’s best skiers back to our slopes in the near future."

“The Stifel Sun Valley Finals is a testament to how our community has come together, celebrating both the achievements of our athletes and the enduring legacy of Sun Valley as a premier ski destination,” said Pete Sonntag, COO of Sun Valley Resort. “With resoundingly positive feedback on the course features and construction and a deep appreciation for the sport’s rich history, this event marks an exciting chapter for the future of alpine skiing. It’s an opportunity to honor our past while uniting athletes, fans and the entire ski community in a shared passion for the sport.” 

As the first American venue to host the FIS Alpine World Cup Finals in seven years, Sun Valley delivered an event that reignited the alpine ski community in the U.S. The town’s storied skiing history, combined with an outstanding venue and community support, created an unforgettable experience for athletes, families and fans. Now, the athletes will all travel back home as the 2024-25 World Cup season has officially come to an end.

J.Crew Announces First-of-Its-Kind, Multiyear Partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard

By U.S. Ski & Snowboard
March, 20 2025
jcrew

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.

Media Contacts
For J.Crew Group
jcrew@gasthalter.com

For U.S. Ski & Snowboard
courtney.harkins@usskiandsnowboard.org 

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Stifel U.S. Ski Team Sends 14 to Stifel Sun Valley Finals

By Sierra Ryder - Stifel U.S. Ski Team
March, 16 2025
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Mikaela Shiffrin and Paula Moltzan celebrate Shiffrin's 100th win and their double podium in Sestriere. (Getty Images)

PARK CITY, Utah (March 17, 2025) – The Stifel U.S. Ski Team is proud to announce the 14 athletes qualified for the Stifel Sun Valley Finals March 22-27, 2025. The group of athletes have all qualified within the top 25 rank of their respective disciplines following the conclusion of the regular FIS Alpine World Cup season. 

The group consists of five men and nine women across slalom, giant slalom, super-G and downhill. Olympic silver medalist Ryan Cochran-Siegle headlines the men’s team in speed, qualifying in both super-G and downhill. On the tech side, River Radamus qualified in giant slalom while Ben Ritchie qualified for slalom – Ritchie’s first appearance at World Cup Finals and the first time the U.S. will send a man in slalom since 2022. 

The women’s speed team is highlighted by downhill world champion Breezy Johnson alongside World Championships medalist and World Cup winner Lauren Macuga. Speed star Lindsey Vonn has also qualified to finals for super-G and downhill in her comeback year from retirement. 

The women’s tech side is headlined by the winningest alpine skier of all time Mikaela Shiffrin who notched her milestone 100th World Cup win this season. Shiffrin battled injury throughout the 2024-25 season after sustaining a puncture wound from a crash in the Stifel Killington Cup giant slalom. She will be racing slalom in Sun Valley. The stacked women’s team is also highlighted by World Championships medalist Paula Moltzan who will attend for both giant slalom and slalom.

The Stifel U.S. Ski Team had a strong regular World Cup season that brought in 11 podiums and four wins across men and women. The team will look to add to those numbers in the final push of the season in front of a home crowd. 

“Skiing at home is always special, and having 14 Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes qualify for the Stifel Sun Valley Finals is a testament to their hard work and dedication this season,” said U.S. Ski & Snowboard President & CEO Sophie Goldschmidt. “From Mikaela’s historic 100th win to Lindsey’s impressive comeback and several others making their mark with great performances, this team continues to inspire. We’re excited to close out the season in front of an enthusiastic home crowd and celebrate their achievements.”

2025 FIS SKI WORLD CUP FINALS TEAM
*Denotes first World Cup Finals appearance

WOMEN

Downhill

Breezy Johnson
Lauren Macuga
Lindsey Vonn
Jacqueline Wiles 

Super-G

Lauren Macuga
Lindsey Vonn

Giant Slalom

Katie Hensien*
AJ Hurt
Lauren Macuga
Paula Moltzan
Nina O’Brien

Slalom

Paula Moltzan
Mikaela Shiffrin

MEN

Downhill

Bryce Bennett
Ryan Cochran-Siegle

Super-G

Ryan Cochran-Siegle
Jared Goldberg

Giant Slalom

River Radamus

Slalom

Ben Ritchie*

Stifel Sun Valley Finals Live Coverage 
All times EST
Check local listings, subject to change.

Saturday, March 22

1:00 p.m. – men’s downhill – LIVE on Outside TV & NBC/Peacock
2:30 p.m. – women’s downhill – LIVE on Outside TV & NBC/Peacock

Sunday, March 23

1:00 p.m. – women’s super-G – LIVE on Outside TV & NBC/Peacock
2:30 p.m. – men’s super-G – LIVE on Outside TV & NBC, CNBC/Peacock

Tuesday, March 25

11:30 a.m. – women’s GS, first run – LIVE on Outside TV
2:00 p.m. – women’s GS, second run – LIVE on USA & Outside TV

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 USA & Outside TV

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 USA & Outside TV
3:00 p.m. – men’s slalom, second run – LIVE on Outside TV 

Saturday, March 29

2:00 p.m. – World Cup Finals recap – TAPE DELAY on NBC/Peacock

Sunday, March 30

1:00 p.m. – men’s slalom, second run, & other races – TAPE DELAY on CNBC/Peacock

Stifel U.S. Ski Team Announces 2025 FIS Freestyle World Ski Championships Team

By Ryan Odeja - Stifel U.S. Ski Team
March, 13 2025
moguls

PARK CITY, Utah (March 13, 2025) - U.S. Ski & Snowboard is thrilled to announce the 16 athletes that will represent the United States at the 2025 FIS Freestyle World Ski Championships in St. Moritz/Engadin, Switzerland, March 18-30, 2025.

The FIS Freestyle World Ski Championships are back in Switzerland for the first time since 1999, marking the first time St. Moritz/Engadin has held a World Championship-level freestyle competition. The freestyle events will take place in Corviglia, above St. Moritz Dorf. Switzerland has a rich freestyle culture, and the best athletes in the world are ready to take on the challenge. 

Olympic silver medalist, four time World Championship medalist and three time Crystal Globe winner Jaelin Kauf leads the moguls athletes into her fifth World Championships team. At the 2023 World Championships in Bakuriani, she brought home two silver medals. Kauf is joined by 2018 Olympian and two time World Championships team member Tess Johnson. Kasey Hogg and Kylie Kariotis are making their World Championships debuts after breakthrough World Cup seasons. 

2022 Olympian Nick Page will make his third World Championships appearance, coming off of two World Cup podiums this season. Stifel U.S. Ski Team veteran Dylan Walczyk is heading to his sixth World Championships. Asher Michel and Charlie Mickel will be attending their first World Championships after earning multiple new personal best results this season, including a handful of super finals appearances for Mickel.

The aerials side is led by 2022 Olympic gold medalist Chris Lillis and 2023 world champion Quinn Dehlinger. Lillis and Dehlinger shared the top of the podium in the mixed aerials team event at the last FIS Freestyle World Ski Championships in Bakuriani, Georgia, in 2023, and they are looking for a repeat. Dehlinger also has a silver medal from the individual aerials event in 2023. Connor Curran is making his World Championships debut alongside Ian Schoenwald, building momentum off of season’s best results in the last World Cups. 

The women’s team is headlined by Kaila Kuhn, who recently landed her first triple in competition. Kuhn is a 2022 Olympian and three time World Championship team member. Tasia Tanner, the 2024 FIS Rookie of the Year, is making her World Championships debut alongside Karenna Elliott. Dani Loeb is heading to her second World Championships. 

“This team has worked so hard this season, and their efforts have paid off with 32 podiums across eight different athletes,” said U.S. Ski & Snowboard Chief of Sport Anouk Patty. “The athletes headed to World Championships are a great mix of seasoned competitors and rising stars. I know they will continue to push the boundaries and find success in Switzerland.”

2025 FIS FREESTYLE WORLD SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS TEAM

(Hometown; Club; College/University; Birthdate; past World Championships Teams)
*Denotes first World Championships team

Moguls 

Women

  • Kasey Hogg (Kensington, NH; Wasatch Freestyle; University of Utah; 1/8/2003)*
  • Tess Johnson (Vail, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; Harvard Extension School; 6/19/2000; 2019, 2021)
  • Kylie Kariotis (Novato, CA; Wasatch Freestyle; Boston College; 7/14/2004)*
  • Jaelin Kauf (Alta, WY; Grand Targhee Ski & Snowboard Foundation/Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; University of Utah; 9/26/1996; 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023)

Men

  • Asher Michel (Winter Park, CO; Winter Park Competition Center; 12/9/2005)*
  • Charlie Mickel (Durango, CO; Wasatch Freestyle/Durango Winter Sports Club; University of Utah; 7/6/2004)*
  • Nick Page (Park City, UT; Wasatch Freestyle; 8/1/2002; 2021, 2023)
  • Dylan Walczyk (Rochester, NY; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 6/25/1993; 2013, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023)

Aerials 

Women

  • Karenna Elliott (Cincinnati, OH; Elite Aerial Development Program/Park City Ski & Snowboard; Utah Valley University; 5/24/2000)*
  • Kaila Kuhn (Boyne City, MI; University of Utah; 4/8/2003; 2019, 2021, 2023)
  • Dani Loeb (Pintlala, AL; Elite Aerial Development Program; University of Utah; 8/10/2001; 2021)
  • Tasia Tanner (Park City, UT; Park City Ski & Snowboard/Fly Freestyle; University of Utah; 7/26/2002)*

Men 

  • Connor Curran (Cincinnati, OH; Park City Ski & Snowboard/Elite Aerial Development Program; Utah Valley University; 9/23/2004)*
  • Quinn Dehlinger (Cincinnati, OH; Elite Aerial Development Program; Salt Lake Community College; 6/8/2002; 2023)
  • Chris Lillis (Rochester, NY; Bristol Mountain Freestyle Team; University of Utah; 10/4/1998; 2019, 2021, 2023)
  • Ian Schoenwald (Kaysville, UT; Park City Ski & Snowboard; Utah Valley University; 6/18/2004)*

2025 FIS FREESTYLE WORLD SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS SCHEDULE/COVERAGE

All times ET
Check local listings, subject to change.

Tuesday, Mar. 18

4:45 a.m. - women’s moguls qualifications 
8:00 a.m. - men’s moguls qualifications

Wednesday, Mar. 19

6:30 a.m. - moguls finals - skiandsnowboard.live

Friday, Mar. 21

9:30 a.m. - dual moguls - skiandsnowboard.live

Thursday, Mar. 27

6:00 a.m. - mixed aerials team - skiandsnowboard.live

Saturday, Mar. 29

5:45 a.m. - women’s aerials qualifications
9:15 a.m. - men’s aerials qualifications 

Sunday, Mar. 30

8:30 a.m. - aerials finals - skiandsnowboard.live

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Ryan Odeja - Stifel U.S. Freestyle Ski Team Press Officer
ryan.odeja@usskiandsnowboard.org 

Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team Announces Snowboard Cross & Alpine Snowboard 2025 World Championships Roster

By Sadie Texer - Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team
March, 12 2025
Bri Schnorrbusch

PARK CITY, Utah (March 12, 2025) – U.S. Ski & Snowboard is proud to announce the official snowboard cross and alpine snowboard 2025 World Championships rosters. These 16 athletes will compete at the 2025 FIS Snowboard World Championships in Engadin, Switzerland, March 17-30, 2025.

Snowboard Cross

At just 19 years old, Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team athlete Bri Schnoorbusch earned her second World Championships call up and leads a young and hungry women’s roster. Teammate Acy Craig looks to build off momentum from her career-best fourth place finish in this season’s snowboard cross team final and rookies Virginia Boyd and Madeline Lochte Bono are ready to make their mark on one of the sport’s biggest stages.

Olympic gold medalist Nick Baumgartner, who has also won three Worrld Championships medals, leads a strong men’s snowboard cross lineup with the likes of Olympian Jake Vedder and 2023-24 FIS Rookie of the Year Nathan Pare. Earning his first World Championships snowboard cross call-up is Olympian Cody Winters, who will also compete in the alpine disciplines for the fourth time in his career. This will be Winter’s first World Championships competing in both disciplines and will make history as the first American athlete to do so.

“This World Championships team is a powerhouse, featuring a mix of seasoned Olympians and World Cup veterans,” said snowboard cross head coach Rob Fagan. “Their blend of experience and skill makes them a force to be reckoned with, bringing both a proven track record and the drive to dominate on the World Championships track. The team selection combines fresh talent with experienced veterans that creates a dynamic mix of energy and expertise. New members bring fresh perspectives and enthusiasm, while the seasoned veterans provide leadership and proven performance, ensuring a well-rounded and competitive squad. Let’s go USA!”

Alpine Snowboard

Joining Winters on the alpine snowboard World Championships roster is Olympian Robert Burns, racing in only the parallel giant slalom, and Ryan Rosencranz, specializing in the parallel slalom. Walker Overstake will make his World Championships debut and Dylan Udolf returns for his second, respectively.

The women’s alpine snowboard roster features World Championships rookie Olivia Strupp and veterans Alexa Bullis, Kaiya Kizuka and Iris Pflum, each securing their third World Championships call up.

The 2025 FIS Snowboard World Championships kick off March 17. 


Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Cross World Championships Team

(Hometown; club; birthdate; prior World Championships teams)
* denotes first World Championships team

Women

  • Virginia Boyd (Steamboat Springs, CO; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; 2/18/2007)*
  • Acy Craig (Morrisville, VT; Stratton Mountain School; 12/3/2002)*
  • Briana Schnorrbusch (Monroe Township, NJ; Gould Academy; 1/30/2006; 2023)
  • Madeline Lochte Bono (Durango, CO; International Snowboard Training Center; 1/7/2003)*

Men

  • Nick Baumgartner (Iron River, MI; 12/17/1981; 2009, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019; 2023)
  • Nathan Pare (Bethel, ME; Gould Academy; 2/1/2005)*
  • Jake Vedder (Pinckney, MI; International Snowboard Training Center; 4/16/1998; 2019; 2021; 2023)
  • Cody Winters (Steamboat Springs, CO; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; 4/20/2000)*

 Alpine Snowboard World Championships Team

(Hometown; Club; Birthdate)
* denotes first World Championships team

Women

  • Alexa Bullis (Slinger, WI; 3/1/2000; 2019, 2023)
  • Kaiya Kizuka (Sinking Springs, PA; Ski Roundtop Racing Club; 5/26/1999; 2019, 2021)
  • Iris Pflum (Minneapolis, MN; G Team; 7/13/2003; 2021)
  • Olivia Strupp (Slinger, WI; 4/10/2007)* 

Men

  • Robert Burns (Mount Shasta, CA; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; 11/11/1990; 2017, 2019, 2021)
  • Walker Overstake (Steamboat Springs, CO; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; 8/25/2006)*
  • Ryan Rosencranz (Weston, MA; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; 4/23/1994; 2019, 2021, 2023)
  • Dylan Udolf (West Hartford, CT; Stratton Mountain School; 7/22/1997; 2023)
  • Cody Winters (Steamboat Springs, CO; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; 4/20/2000; 2019, 2021, 2023)


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For More Information Contact:

Sadie Texer
Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team Press Officer // Social Media Manager
sadie.texer@usskiandsnowboard.org

Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team Park & Pipe World Championships Roster Announced

By Sadie Texer - Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team
March, 9 2025
Lucas Foster

MAR. 6, 2025- U.S. Ski & Snowboard is thrilled to announce the 16 park and pipe riders representing the Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team at the 2025 FIS Snowboard World Championships in Engadin, Switzerland, March 17-30.

“Our 2025 park and pipe World Championships roster is absolutely stacked,” said snowboard sport director Rick Bower. “Complete with World Cup winners, world champions and Olympians, the depth of the squad speaks volumes of the team’s success this season. Big names in the sport like 2025 Crystal Globe winner Maddie Mastro and the top-ranked WSPL rider Chloe Kim highlight the halfpipe squad while the strength of the slope roster is undeniable, with all four men’s team athletes having a World Cup victory to their name. I can’t wait to see what these 16 athletes accomplish in Engadin.”

Halfpipe

Making her fourth career World Championships halfpipe roster is 2024-25 FIS Crystal Globe winner Maddie Mastro, who won the silver medal at her last World Champs appearance in 2021 next to teammate Chloe Kim, who took the World Championships gold medal for a USA top-two sweep. Kim returns for her third career World Championships and looks to defend her 2019 and 2021 titles. Maddy Schaffrick and Sonora Alba join the two veterans and earn their first career World Championships roster call up.

The men’s halfpipe roster is led by Chase Josey, earning his fifth career World Championships spot, and Lucas Foster, who secures his second. 16-year-old Alessandro Barbieri and Winter Park’s own Jason Wolle earn their first career call up to the World Championships stage.

“So hyped to be headed to World Championships with this talented roster,” said head coach Danny Kass. “Coming out of Calgary with Alessandro’s first career podium and Maddie’s Crystal Globe gives us great momentum heading into the final contest of the season. This crew is ready to put on a show.”

Slopestyle/Big Air

The women’s slopestyle and big air team is led by Olympic silver medalist Julia Marino, making her third World Championships roster, but first since 2019. Marino is joined by 2024 Junior World Championships big air gold medalist Rebecca Flynn and Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team rookies Hahna Norman and Lily Dhawornvej.

The men’s slopestyle and big air roster is led by veterans Red Gerard and Dusty Henricksen, both making a World Championships roster for the first time since 2021. They will be joined by 16-year-old Ollie Martin, coming off his first career World Cup victory (and podium) at the Calgary Snow Rodeo and Sean FitzSimons, who returns to the World Championships stage after a 2023 slopestyle appearance in Georgia.

“The strength of this slopestyle roster lies in the camaraderie and depth,” said head coach Mike Ramirez. “I truly believe that when it comes to selections like this, it's the hardest team in the world to make. Every rider on the World Championships team has stepped up and earned their spot. We’ve got a fantastic mix of grizzled veterans and some exciting young talent on the rise.”

The 2025 FIS Snowboard World Championships kick off March 17. More information, including event schedules and broadcast information, can be found on the event website.


2025 Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team Park & Pipe World Championships Roster

(Hometown; Club; College; Birthdate)

* denotes first World Championships team

Halfpipe

Women

  • Sonora Alba (San Pedro, CA; Mammoth Snowboard Team;; 7/16/2006)*
  • Chloe Kim (Torrance, CA; Mammoth Snowboard Team; 4/23/2000)
  • Maddie Mastro (Wrightwood, CA; Mammoth Snowboard Team; 2/22/2000)
  • Maddy Schaffrick (Steamboat Springs, CO; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; 4/29/1994)*

Men

  • Alessandro Barbieri (Portland, OR; Tahoe Select Snowboard Team; 10/5/2008)*
  • Lucas Foster (Telluride, CO; Jim Smith Club; 9/17/1999)
  • Chase Josey (Hailey, ID; Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation; 3/31/1995)
  • Jason Wolle (Leadville, CO; Jim Smith Club; 11/30/1999)*

Slopestyle/Big Air

Women

  • Lily Dhawornvej (Frisco, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 8/14/2009)*
  • Rebecca Flynn (Victoria, MN; G Team; Upper Midwest Snow Series; 7/24/2006)
  • Julia Marino (Westport, CT; Southern Vermont Series; 9/11/1997)
  • Hahna Norman (Truckee, CA; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 10/26/2004)*

Men

  • Sean FitzSimons (Hood River, OR; Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation; 9/22/2000)
  • Red Gerard (Silverthorne, CO; 6/29/2000)
  • Dusty Henricksen (Mammoth Lakes, CA; Mammoth Mountain Snowboard Team; 2/2/2003)
  • Ollie Martin (Wolcott, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 6/15/2008)
     

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TOGETHXR, U.S. Ski & Snowboard Announce Docuseries "The Drop In"

By U.S. Ski & Snowboard
February, 26 2025
The Drop In

LOS ANGELES, CA // PARK CITY, UT (Feb. 26, 2025)TOGETHXR  – the media and commerce company that originated the trademarked slogan “Everyone Watches Women’s Sports” – has joined forces with U.S. Ski & Snowboard to announce the exciting debut of The Drop In, a two part docuseries that pulls back the curtain on the 2023-24 women’s FIS World Cup park and pipe season and shows what it takes to be at the top of the sport. The Drop In will be available beginning Wednesday, Feb. 26 on TOGETHXR.com and YouTube.com/TOGETHXR.

The docuseries features six Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team athletes, including Olympic silver medalist Julia Marino, Olympian and World Cup winner Maddie Mastro and Olympian Courtney Rummel along with up-and-comers Bea Kim, Sonora “Sonny” Alba and Rebecca Flynn. The episodes provide valuable coverage of women’s halfpipe, slopestyle and big air snowboarding that is often overlooked in traditional sports media.

TOGETHXR was co-founded by Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team’s own Chloe Kim in collaboration with fellow women’s world champion athletes and sporting icons Alex Morgan, Simone Manual and Sue Bird, and is leading the charge in increasing women’s sports storytelling and representation across various media platforms. The Drop In aims to do just that for women’s World Cup snowboarding.

"At U.S. Ski & Snowboard, we are committed to further elevating women’s sports and ensuring these athletes get the recognition they deserve,” said U.S. Ski & Snowboard President and CEO Sophie Goldschmidt. “Women’s snowboarding continues to push the boundaries of progression, and The Drop In provides an inside look at the dedication, resilience and sheer talent of these incredible athletes on the Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team. We’re thrilled to partner with TOGETHXR to bring their stories to the forefront and inspire the next generation of riders."

“TOGETHXR remains committed to authentically telling the stories of incredible women athletes across a multitude of platforms," said Jessica Robertson, TOGETHXR Co-Founder & Chief Content Officer. "In collaboration with great partners at U.S. Ski & Snowboard, The Drop In provides an unfiltered perspective on the journey to greatness as both people and competitors."

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING:

Maddie Mastro; two-time Olympian, halfpipe: “I’m so stoked for this docu-series to come out and for women’s halfpipe snowboarding to get the recognition it deserves. I think people get excited every four years when they see the sport in the Olympics but forget that we are competing in non-Olympic years too. We are a step behind the men as far as visibility of the sport goes and so I hope The Drop In can help to get more eyes on the sport.” 

Sonora (Sonny) Alba; halfpipe:The Drop In gives a real, unfiltered look into our world and I can’t wait for everyone to experience the passion and energy that drives us. It will give women’s snowboarding a spotlight which it so rightfully deserves. I’m especially excited for people to get this inside look at what it’s really like: the highs, the struggles, the dedication, and the friendships that make this world so unique.”

Bea Kim; halfpipe: “When I was little there wasn’t a lot of women’s snowboarding represented in traditional media, so it’s great to see outlets like TOGETHXR highlighting the sport. I hope this documentary inspires other young girls to go snowboarding, and maybe even push the boundaries of the sport in the future, but always remembering that  at the end of the day, it’s all about having fun.” 

Rebecca (Becca) Flynn; Youth Olympic Games big air silver medalist; slopestyle/big air:Snowboarding is such a unique sport and the dynamics of the team are a lot of fun. I’m excited for people to get a behind-the-scenes look into our World Cup season as it’s not as widely followed as the sport is during Olympic years. I’m stoked for people to see just how cool our sport is – we are putting ourselves at risk every time we drop in and I’m excited to show off just how badass all the riders are.

SYNOPSIS

The Drop In is a two-part documentary series following six rising stars of the Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team as they push their limits in a sport where skill and visibility define success. Competing at the highest level isn't just about landing on the podium—it's about proving they belong in an industry where opportunity for women is still hard-earned. 

Through events like the Olympics and X Games, snowboarding has taken center stage on the global sports scene. But for these women, the journey to money and notoriety isn’t made on those podiums—it starts long before, in the relentless FIS World Cup season. This is where opportunities are won, reputations are built and performances determine who gets the chance to break through. We’re taking you behind the scenes of a high-stakes, tightly connected world where earning your place is as much about perseverance as it is about talent. Featuring halfpipe athletes Maddie Maestro, Sonny Alba and Bea Kim and slopestyle and big air athletes Rebecca Flynn, Courtney Rummel and Julia Marino, The Drop In captures the intensity, camaraderie and stakes of a season where one run could change everything.

Episode 1: The Climb
Maddie, Bea and Sonny each have different paths, but the same goal: winning. This episode explores the highs and lows of competing at the top level, balancing personal challenges, friendships and the relentless pursuit of progress. From career-defining moments to setbacks that test their resolve, they push forward, determined to leave their mark on the sport.

Episode 2: The Breakthrough
Rebecca, Courtney, and Julia know that success in snowboarding isn’t just about talent—it’s about proving they belong, over and over again. As they fight for recognition and opportunity, they navigate the physical and mental grind of the sport, chasing not only podiums but a lasting legacy in snowboarding.

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About U.S. Ski & 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 240 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 www.usskiandsnowboard.org

About TOGETHXR
TOGETHXR is the fastest growing, most popular, and most engaging women's sports brand. The media and commerce company was co-founded by sports media veteran Jessica Robertson alongside four of the world’s greatest professional athletes: Alex Morgan, Chloe Kim, Simone Manuel, and Sue Bird. TOGETHXR originated the trademarked slogan "Everyone Watches Women’s Sports," boldly declaring an undeniable truth that the entire industry has embraced. With a focus on rich storytelling rooted in lifestyle and youth culture, TOGETHXR highlights a diverse and inclusive community of game-changers, culture shapers, thought leaders, and barrier breakers—finding and sharing the stories of women doing the same. As one of the most compelling platforms for women in sports and culture, TOGETHXR’s in-house production studio has developed a slate of premium scripted and unscripted content, streaming on platforms such as Amazon Prime, FuboTV, Bleacher Report, among others. In 2023, TOGETHXR was recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies.
 

Media Contacts

U.S. Ski & Snowboard

Sadie Texer, Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team Press Officer

sadie.texer@usskiandsnowboard.com

TOGETHXR

Christa Mann; CMS PR Consulting

cmann@cmsprconsulting.com

U.S. Ski & Snowboard Announces Changes to Alpine Development Program

By U.S. Ski & Snowboard
February, 26 2025
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A gate stands atop Copper Mountain. (U.S. Ski & Snowboard)

PARK CITY, Utah (Feb. 27, 2025) - U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced changes to its Alpine Development program effective in the 2025-26 season. The new model seeks to enhance competitive performance at all levels through more regional programming, which will better prepare more athletes for success on the World Cup. 

U.S. Ski & Snowboard will take a broad approach with youth development opportunities to inspire and educate the younger generation. This program will focus on developing junior athletes who typically specialize in one discipline to excelling in multiple disciplines, designed to build more athletes toward elite rankings and eventually become contenders on the World Cup. 

As athletes rise in talent, U.S. Ski & Snowboard will provide focused FIS performance opportunities for those identified as elite performers. In addition, named Regional Development Teams consisting of the best 14-21 years old in the country will have regional, national and international training and racing opportunities. Having removed the D Team in October from the criteria, these Regional Development Teams serve to support elite development athletes seeking to ultimately make the Stifel U.S. Ski Team. The key to the new approach is flexibility, allowing entry points at various ages and levels at any time based on recent results. 

Key points of the new development strategy:

  • Focused National Team: Naming elite athletes who achieve podium results at Stifel Success NorAm Series, Europa Cups and World Cups.
  • Performance-Based Regional Development Teams: Top-performing development athletes will be named by region. 
  • Expanded Regional Programming: Offering regional, national and international training and racing opportunities to the top athletes of each region. 
  • Robust Regional Coaching: Each region will have a dedicated men's and women’s Regional Development Team coach, two of whom will serve as national development coaches to ensure collaboration between other regional teams and up into the national team.
  • Flexible Athlete Pathways: Athletes will be invited into regional programming based on recent performance at various levels and ages throughout the year. 
  • Emphasis on Fitness: Strength and conditioning support from U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s High Performance team.
  • Sports Medicine Support: Assistance for injured Regional Team athletes, including return-to-snow programs.
  • Pathway to the National Team: High-performing athletes will be elevated to the Stifel U.S. Ski Team.
  • Support for Collegiate Skiing: College athletes will receive supplemental elite level training within their respective regions.
  • Elite Training Venues: U.S. Ski & Snowboard will leverage its position to secure top-tier training locations.
  • Cost Reduction for Top Athletes: Financial support will be provided to high-performing athletes.
  • U.S. Ski & Snowboard Regional Rebranding: A stronger and more unified identity for U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s regional programs.

The criteria for the Regional Teams has been posted here and the general programming for each respective age group (U16, U18, U22) can be found here.

QUOTES
“We are very excited about these changes and want to say thank you to the club and program leaders who have provided valuable insight and feedback as we’ve developed this program. We will continue to seek to improve and fine-tune our efforts and always welcome feedback. Together, as a nation, we can provide best-in-class ski racing experiences and opportunities for the champions of tomorrow.”
-Chip Knight, Alpine Development Director, U.S. Ski & Snowboard 

“To be successful on the World Cup, we needed to re-look at our Development program. By injecting coaches and capital into the regions and providing performance-focused programming for the top development athletes, we will yield a denser pool of multi-disciplinary athletes making it to the top.”

-Anouk Patty, Chief of Sport, U.S. Ski & Snowboard

Shiffrin Makes History: Reaches 100th World Cup Win in Sestriere

By U.S. Ski & Snowboard
February, 23 2025
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Mikaela Shiffrin races to her 100th World Cup win in Sestriere. (Getty Images)

Sestriere, ITA (Feb. 23, 2025)— Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated alpine skier of all time, achieved another historic milestone on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025—winning her 100th World Cup in Sestriere, Italy. Achieving this feat just two and a half months after she was injured and on the heels of yet another gold medal from the Saalbach World Championships, Shiffrin further solidified her legacy as one of the greatest athletes of all time. 

Shiffrin’s 100th historic win in Sestriere was her second World Cup slalom race back after a violent crash at the Stifel Killington Cup in November. En route to what would have been her 100th victory in Vermont, Shiffrin caught an edge and fell just above the finish line, resulting in a seven-centimeter puncture wound in her abdomen that tore into her external and internal oblique muscles. Rising above the lingering mental and physical trauma, Shiffrin didn’t miss a beat to secure her 100th World Cup win in Italy—once again resetting the sport.

Shiffrin has been building upon her success since she claimed her first World Cup win at just 16 years old in the 2012 Åre World Cup in slalom. Now aged 29, Shiffrin’s list of accolades has surpassed all expectations as she redefines the standard of greatness in her sport time and time again. 

In March 2023, her 87th World Cup victory overtook Sweden’s Ingemar Stenmark’s World Cup win record set in 1986, making her the winningest alpine skier in history. She is the only skier to win in each of the World Cup’s six disciplines – slalom (63), giant slalom (22), super-G (5), downhill (4), combined (1) and parallel (5). She has won 16 Crystal Globes, five of which are overalls, alpine’s most esteemed achievement. She has also earned three Olympic medals (two gold) and 15 World Championship medals (eight gold) – tied for the most in ski racing history. Statistically, Shiffrin wins 36% of the races she starts and podiums in 56%. Outside of competition, Shiffrin was listed as one of TIME 100’s Most Influential People in 2023, the same year she was awarded an ESPY for “Best Athlete - Women’s Sports.” 

“Mikaela Shiffrin is truly one of a kind,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “Not only does she reset record after record within her sport, but she does it with a sense of humility and grace. We are so lucky to have watched the greatest of all time make this centennial mark on the sport, further etching her name in history books.” 

In celebration of her milestone 100th World Cup victory, Shiffrin has partnered with Share Winter Foundation to raise $100,000 in support of its learn-to-ski and snowboard programs, which offers access to youth historically denied access to snowsports. 

“I know that not everyone is blessed with the good fortune I have come across; in fact, very few are, and over the years, the lack of accessibility for a diverse group of people in winter sports has funneled us into a very not diverse community,” reflected Shiffrin. “I see this 100 victory conversation as an opportunity to bring more eyes and, ideally, more passion to the sport. It’s incredible, of course, but I’d like to turn the spotlight to something bigger than me.” 

“Helping Share Winter bring more kids to the mountain is really meaningful. It’s far bigger than me winning 100 races. This will make that 100th victory one of the most meaningful to me,” said Shiffrin.

Constance Beverley, CEO of Share Winter Foundation, highlights the significance of this moment Shiffrin is marking in history as much more than a milestone and an opportunity to celebrate skiing and pay it forward for the next generation. “The willingness to take this moment and transform it into a movement, to share this win in an effort to create opportunity, that’s what makes Mikaela Shiffrin the greatest of all time,” reflected Beverley. “It’s not the win that makes her the best; it’s her understanding of what the win could mean—a chance to reset what’s possible for everyone in our sport.” 

Shiffrin looks forward to building upon her athletic and philanthropic legacy throughout the remainder of the 2024-25 season, with the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics on the horizon. 

RESULTS
Women’s slalom

ASSETS FOR MEDIA
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Courtney Harkins
Director of Marketing & Communications, U.S. Ski & Snowboard
courtney.harkins@usskiandsnowboard.org 

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Megan Harrod
Mikaela Shiffrin, Publicist
megan.harrod@usskiandsnowboard.org 

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