U.S. Ski & Snowboard has officially announced the 49 athletes named to the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team for the 2025-26 season.

Returning to the roster are some of the sport’s most accomplished names, including the winningest alpine skier of all time, two-time Olympic champion and eight-time world champion Mikaela Shiffrin, three-time Olympic medalist and 82-time World Cup winner Lindsey Vonn, 2022 Olympic super-G silver medalist Ryan Cochran-Siegle, two-time world champion Breezy Johnson, and World Championship bronze medalists Lauren Macuga and Paula Moltzan.

The upcoming 2025-26 World Cup schedule is set to be one of the most thrilling yet, featuring 20 women’s World Cups and 19 men’s World Cups on the Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup calendar. The highlight of the year will be the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games, Feb. 6-22, where the women will compete in Cortina, Italy and the men in Bormio, Italy.

The World Cup tour kicks off in Sölden, Austria Oct. 25-26, with the traditional opening giant slalom, before moving north to Levi, Finland for men’s and women’s slalom events. Later in the fall, North American fans will have the chance to cheer on U.S. athletes on home snow in Colorado, including the inaugural Stifel Copper Cup presented by United Airlines at Copper Mountain, Nov. 27-30 featuring both men’s and women’s races, followed by the men at the legendary Stifel Birds of Prey in Beaver Creek, Dec. 4-7.

“This is a determined group of athletes, fully prepared to compete at the highest level as we head into an Olympic season,” said U.S. Ski & Snowboard Chief of Sport Anouk Patty. “Their commitment—both in summer training at the USANA Center of Excellence powered by iFIT and on the snow—has set the stage for what promises to be an exciting season.”

2025-26 Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team 
(Hometown; Club; College; Birthdate)

A TEAM

Women

• Katie Hensien (Redmond, WA; Rowmark Ski Academy; University of Denver; 12/1/1999)
• AJ Hurt (Carnelian Bay, CA; Team Palisades Tahoe; Dartmouth College; 12/5/2000)
• Breezy Johnson (Victor, ID; Rowmark Ski Academy; 1/19/1996)
• Lauren Macuga (Park City, UT; Park City Ski & Snowboard; 7/4/2002)
• Paula Moltzan (Prior Lake, MN; Buck Hill Ski Team/Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; University of Vermont; 4/7/1994)
• Nina O’Brien (Edwards, CO; Burke Mountain Academy/Team Palisades Tahoe; Dartmouth College; 11/29/1997)
• Mikaela Shiffrin (Edwards, CO; Burke Mountain Academy/Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 3/13/1995)
• Lindsey Vonn (Vail, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail/Buck Hill Ski Team; 10/18/1984)
• Jacqueline Wiles (Aurora, OR; White Pass Ski Club; 7/13/1992)

 Men

• Bryce Bennett (Olympic Valley, CA; Team Palisades Tahoe; 7/14/1992)
• Ryan Cochran-Siegle (Starksboro, VT; Cochran’s Ski Club/Mount Mansfield Ski & Snowboard Club; University of Vermont; 3/27/1992)
• Tommy Ford (Bend, OR; Mt. Bachelor Ski Education Foundation; Dartmouth College; 3/20/1989)
• Jared Goldberg (Holladay, UT; Snowbird Sports Education Foundation; University of Utah; 6/15/1991)
• River Radamus (Edwards, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 2/12/1998)
• Ben Ritchie (Waitsfield, VT; Green Mountain Valley School; 9/5/2000)                  

B TEAM

Women

• Elisabeth Bocock (Salt Lake City, UT; Rowmark Ski Academy; Dartmouth College; 9/3/2005)
• Keely Cashman (Strawberry, CA; Team Palisades Tahoe; Montana State University; 4/4/1999)
• Tricia Mangan (Buffalo, NY; Holimont Race Team; Dartmouth College; 3/7/1997)
• Allison Mollin (Truckee, CA; Team Palisades Tahoe; 7/7/2004)
• Ava Sunshine (Encinitas, CA; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail/Burke Mountain Academy; University of Utah; 6/20/2002)
• Isabella Wright (Salt Lake City, UT; Snowbird Sports Education Foundation; 2/10/1997)

 Men

• Erik Arvidsson (Woodside, CA; Team Palisades Tahoe; Middlebury College; 9/3/1996)
• Bridger Gile (Aspen, CO; Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club/Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 10/15/1999)
• Patrick Kenney (Hingham, MA; Burke Mountain Academy; University of New Hampshire; 2/13/1997)
• Sam Morse (Carrabassett Valley, ME; Carrabassett Valley Academy; Dartmouth College; 5/27/1996)
• Kyle Negomir (Littleton, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; Dartmouth College; 10/3/1998)
• Jett Seymour (Steamboat, CO; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; University of Denver; 11/5/1998)
• Luke Winters (Gresham, OR; Sugar Bowl Academy; 4/2/1997)

C TEAM

Women

• Mary Bocock (Salt Lake City, UT; Rowmark Ski Academy; Dartmouth College; 10/7/2003)
• Logan Grosdidier (Wenatchee, WA; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; 12/16/2008)*
• Tatum Grosdidier (Wenatchee, WA; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; University of Utah; 7/24/2004)
• Annika Hunt (Park City, UT; Burke Mountain Academy; 11/30/2006)*
• Stella Johansson (Aspen, CO; Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club; Dartmouth College; 9/2/2003)
• Kjersti Moritz (Edwards, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; Middlebury College; 11/28/2004)
• Liv Moritz (Edwards, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; University of Denver; 11/28/2004)
• Dasha Romanov (Thornton, CO; Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation; University of New Hampshire; 5/3/2003)
• Viktoria Zaytseva (Edwards, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 10/17/2007)* 

Men

• Stanley Buzek (Silverthorne, CO; Team Summit Colorado; 8/18/2005)
• John Kerbaugh (Williston, VT; Mt. Mansfield Academy; 11/11/2005)
• Isaiah Nelson (Wayzata, MN; Buck Hill Ski Racing Club; 4/3/2001)
• Jeremy Nolting (Steamboat Springs, CO; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; 7/26/2005)*
• Camden Palmquist (Eagan, MN; Buck Hill Ski Racing Club/Team Summit Colorado; 4/15/2003)
• Tanner Perkins (Crested Butte, CO; Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club; Montana State University; 5/18/2001)*
• Jay Poulter (Bondville, VT; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club/Stratton Mountain School; University of Utah; 7/1/2003)
• Cooper Puckett (Steamboat Springs, CO; Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club; Dartmouth College; 3/31/2003)
• Hunter Salani (Edwards, CO; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 2/25/2005)
• Ryder Sarchett (Sun Valley, ID; Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation; University of Colorado Boulder; 7/28/2003)
• Jack Smith (Sun Valley, ID; Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation; 4/24/2001)
• Nolan Sweeney (Littleton, NH; Franconia Ski Club/Burke Mountain Academy; Colby College; 1/12/2004)*

*Newly named to the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team

2025-26 Alpine Coaches & Staff

• Chief of Sport: Anouk Patty
• Alpine Development Director: Chip Knight
• Senior Vice President of High Performance: Gillian Bower
• Senior Director of Medical Operations: Robyn Hase
• Director of Sport Science/Mikaela Shiffrin Strength & Conditioning: Bob Poehling
• Director of Performance Medical Services: Theron Enns
• Alpine Team Manager: Jenny Cook
• Alpine Communications Manager: Sierra Ryder
• Mikaela Shiffrin Publicist: Megan Harrod
• Lindsey Vonn Press Officer: Enrica Cipriani

WOMEN

Head Coach: Paul Kristofic

World Cup Speed:

• Head Coach: Alex Hoedlmoser
• Head Coach - Lindsey Vonn: Chris Knight (Red Bull)
• Coach: Daniel Dejori
• Coach: Kip Spangler
• Coach - Lindsey Vonn: John Hale (Red Bull)
• Coach - Lindsey Vonn: Aksel Lund Svindal (Red Bull)
• Physical Therapist: Shannon Colleton
• Physical Therapist - Lindsey Vonn: Andreas Mitterfellner (Red Bull)
• Strength & Conditioning: Kip Spangler
• Strength & Conditioning - Lindsey Vonn: Peter Meliessnig (Red Bull)

World Cup Tech:

• Head Coach: Alek Glebov
• Head Coach - Mikaela Shiffrin: Karin Harjo
• Coach: Zan Spilar
• Coach - Mikaela Shiffrin: Janne Haarala
• Coach - Mikaela Shiffrin: Eileen Shiffrin (Team Shiffrin)
• Physical Therapist - Mikaela Shiffrin: Regan Dewhirst
• Strength & Conditioning: Bernd Wiener

Europa Cup:

• Speed Head Coach: Marjan Cernigoj
• Tech Head Coach: Miha Kuerner
• Coach: Christian Herzog
• Coach: Anika Angriman
• Strength & Conditioning: Foreste Peterson

MEN

Head Coach: Mark Tilston
Men’s Strength & Conditioning Coach: Will Horstmann

World Cup Speed:

• Head Coach: Johno McBride
• Coach: Austin Savaria
• Coach and Strength & Conditioning: Tobias Mayrhofer
• Physical Therapist: Vincent Corrado

World Cup Tech:

• Giant Slalom Head Coach: Clement Tomamichel
• Slalom Head Coach: Tristan Glasse-Davies
• Coach: Hugh Brooks
• Coach: Nathan Bryant
• Coach: Jeffrey Frisch
• Physical Therapist: Margeaux Cohen
• Physical Therapist: Madison Whitaker

Europa Cup:

• Speed Head Coach: Claude Cretier
• Tech Head Coach: Michael Bansmer
• Coach: Francio Bertolini

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Kate Delson made an immeasurable impact on the World Cup during her first full season on the circuit. Between her first podiums, first World Cup wins, and a World Championships silver medal, Kate was unstoppable. Delson got her start as a skier before transitioning to snowboarding, where her passion was in the park. Growing up in Mammoth Lakes, California, it was only a matter of time before Delson found herself on the snow. 

Delson is the latest athlete featured in U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s “On the Rise” series, presented by Zions Bank. Through community service, sponsorships and charitable donations, Zions Bank is committed to fueling economic growth and enhancing quality of life in Idaho, Utah and Wyoming.

Q: What initially drew you to the sport of snowboarding?

KD: Snowboarding always looked way cool. My whole family rode, and I skied, because that is what the disabled sports organization I was learning with thought was best for those with disabilities at that time. Those ideas have changed since. As soon as I got onto a snowboard, it was the freedom of movement that drew me. Being able to get around on the board free of the constraints I felt getting around on my own two feet. 

Q: When you were younger and getting into the sport, what were your goals? 

When I was younger, my goals were all based in the park. All I wanted to do was board slides, spins and get big air off jumps! 

Q: What is your biggest accomplishment?

My biggest accomplishment yet has been becoming a part of the Toyota U.S. Para Snowboard Team. Starting the process of turning snowboarding (one of my greatest loves) into a career. And with that being welcomed into the extraordinary Para snowboard community.

Q: What is your ultimate goal? 

I cannot declare an ultimate goal at this time, as I believe it is beyond my current imagination. But I hope to never stop improving my riding and take it to places I never thought possible. I am confident that it will pay off in competition.

Q: Who are your heroes? Both in & out of the sport?

Within snowboarding, my teammates Brenna Huckaby and Noah Elliott are two humans I really look up to. They both took their riding to levels that were unheard of at that time in Para snowboarding. Despite having no clue what was possible, they did not let that stop them from demolishing barriers! Outside of sport, I have been blessed with amazing parents, coaches, mentors and friends who have all been heroes to me in a variety of ways.

Q: You win $5,000 in prize money: What do you do with it?

For now, probably save it and eventually spend it on snowboards! 

Q: Do you budget or follow any structure related to spending?

I do my best to track my monthly spending on living costs and then compare it to how much I made that month. That way, I’m aware if I am losing or gaining. But I’ve got lots to learn. 

Q: What's one money habit you follow?

In the past, I’ve spent my summer making as much money as possible. It has been more difficult recently as my training/traveling needs over the off-season have increased.
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U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced today that media credentials are now open for the three domestic freeski & snowboard FIS World Cup events, the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix at Aspen Snowmass, the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix at Copper Mountain and Visa Big Air presented by Toyota at Steamboat Resort. 

A cornerstone of the freeski and snowboard FIS World Cup calendar, the trio of contests will serve as crucial stops for athletes looking to qualify for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games. The action kicks off Dec. 11-13, in Steamboat Springs for the Visa Big Air presented by Toyota and then heads south for a weekend in the Copper Mountain halfpipe at the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix, Dec. 17-20. After a quick break for the holiday season, athletes will return to the centennial state, Jan. 7-10, for another Toyota U.S. Grand Prix, this time at Aspen Snowmass, with both halfpipe and slopestyle competitions. 

Members of the media are invited to apply for accreditation to cover three of the sport’s most anticipated competitions of the season. Accredited media will have access to competition venues, athlete interview opportunities and official press events. Space is limited and credentials will be issued on a rolling basis. Early application is strongly encouraged.

World Cup Event Schedule

• Visa Big Air presented by Toyota (big air) | Dec. 11-13 | Steamboat Springs, Colorado
• Toyota U.S. Grand Prix (halfpipe) | Dec. 17-20 | Copper Mountain, Colorado
• Toyota U.S. Grand Prix (halfpipe & slopestyle) | Jan. 7-10 | Aspen Snowmass, Colorado

Information below from each resort on how to apply for individual World Cup media credentials.

Visa Big Air presented by Toyota | Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Steamboat Ski Resort is proud to host the Visa Big Air presented by Toyota from Dec. 11-13. This is the second time Steamboat has hosted this event and will be the first qualifying event for the Stifel U.S. Freeski Team and the Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina. The venue is accessible on-mountain for skiers and snowboarders.

Media accreditation applications are now live at steamboat.com/mediacenter. Applications will be reviewed in the middle of November and follow-ups will be sent individually.

Toyota U.S. Grand Prix  | Copper Mountain, Colorado

Copper Mountain is excited to welcome back the world’s best skiers and riders for the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix, Dec. 17-20. As the first domestic halfpipe World Cup event of the season, the competition is a key milestone on the road to the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. One of three World Cups hosted at Copper this winter, following the Stifel Copper Cup alpine events in November, the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix offers fans the chance to watch elite athletes fine-tune their skills in Copper’s 22-foot Superpipe in Center Village.

Media accreditation for Copper’s Toyota U.S. Grand Prix is now open at CopperColorado.com. Applications will be reviewed beginning in November, with notifications sent individually. Please note that editorial and broadcast outlets will receive priority.

Toyota U.S. Grand Prix | Aspen Snowmass, Colorado

Aspen Snowmass is proud to host the 2026 Toyota U.S. Grand Prix Jan. 7-10, 2026. The event will bring the world's best freeskiers and snowboarders to compete in FIS World Cup halfpipe and slopestyle disciplines on Buttermilk’s famed course. As the final World Cup event in this discipline before the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games, the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix will serve as a pivotal final stage in qualifying athletes for the Olympic team. 

The Grand Prix event is free and open to the public. 

Media accreditation requests are now open for the 2026 Toyota U.S. Grand Prix at Aspen Snowmass. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with approvals and more information sent closer to event dates. Editorial outlets, broadcasters, and photographers are encouraged to apply, with priority given to editorial and broadcast media.  

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, including the Stifel U.S. Ski Team: alpine, cross country, freestyle moguls, freestyle aerials, freeski, nordic combined, Para alpine and ski jumping, the Toyota U.S. Para Snowboard Team and Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team. 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. 

Press release courtesy of Db.

Scandinavian travel brand partners with America’s elite winter sports athletes to power their journeys worldwide. 

Oslo, Norway / Park City, Utah – October 2, 2025 – Db, the Scandinavian bag and luggage brand redefining modern travel gear, today announced its partnership as an official supplier partner of U.S. Ski & Snowboard as they head into the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games.

Celebrated for its clean Scandinavian design, patented innovations such as the Hook-Up™ System and Rib Cage Technology™, and award-winning luggage, to make any journey and skiing trip easy to navigate, Db has become the go-to brand for athletes and creatives around the world. Built to move seamlessly from mountain towns to global runways, Db products deliver rugged performance with refined style.

Through this partnership, Db will equip U.S. Ski & Snowboard athletes with its bestselling Snow Roller Pro, Split Duffel and the iconic Hugger Backpack, including special athlete-edition designs.

“We are proud to stand alongside the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team — an organization that embodies ambition, creativity, and performance at the highest level,” said Richard Collier, CEO of Db. “This partnership marks another significant milestone in our global growth journey. Following collaborations with SAS, Alpine F1, and Polestar, as well as expanded distribution in the U.S., we are confident this will propel our momentum even further.”

"We are so excited to partner with Db and outfit our team with high-quality luggage as they travel around the world to compete at the highest level of skiing and snowboarding," said Trisha Worthington, U.S. Ski & Snowboard Chief Revenue and Philanthropy Officer. "Db's innovation and style align with the spirit of our teams and we are proud to partner with a brand that shares our pursuit of excellence."

The partnership underscores Db’s growing presence in North America and its commitment to supporting communities at the intersection of sport, adventure and lifestyle. When you think snow, ski and travel, you should think of DB.

ABOUT Db
Db is a Scandinavian travel brand on a mission to redefine how the world moves, enabling meaningful journeys through clean, clever design and patented technology. Its award-winning range includes backpacks, hardcase luggage, and sports bags built for the creative community and modern explorers alike.

Recognized with multiple international design awards, Db is sold at leading retailers worldwide and supported by ambassadors across snow, surf, skate, fashion, and culture. The company became B Corp Certified in 2023, received minority investment from LVMH Luxury Ventures in 2024, and welcomed Erling Haaland and Gustav Witsøe as investors in 2025.

In the United States, Db is distributed by Waypoint Seattle in the outdoors channel and PlusPlus in the lifestyle channel.
https://www.waypointoutdoor.com/ https://dbjourney.com/en-us/pages/retailer
Brandon@Waypointoutdoor.com 

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, including the Stifel U.S. Ski Team: alpine, cross country, freestyle moguls, freestyle aerials, freeski, nordic combined, Para alpine and ski jumping, the Toyota U.S. Para Snowboard Team and Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team. 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.

After more than a decade on the international stage, two-time Olympian Casey Larson of the Stifel U.S. Ski Jumping Team announced his retirement from competitive ski jumping.

Larson, who recorded one of the furthest jumps ever by an American man at 216.5 meters, was a four-time U.S. national champion, earned multiple national championship podium finishes and represented his country at the highest level of sport, including being named to Team USA at the 2018 and 2022 Olympic Winter Games and five World Championships. Known for his trademark mustache, Larson was instantly recognizable around the circuit and brought a positive attitude to the ski jumping community and competition. 

“Being an athlete representing the Stifel U.S. Ski Jumping Team and USA Ski Jumping and looking back on everything we achieved makes me extremely proud,” said Larson. “However, it is time for me to take a step back from competing and hang up the skis.”

As U.S. ski jumping continues its path forward, Larson expressed gratitude for those who have supported him along the way. “I am retiring with nothing but love for my teammates, coaches and staff who have made everything possible from day one,” he added.

While closing this chapter, Larson remains committed to the ski jumping community and looks forward to contributing to the sport beyond his time on the hill.

The 2024-25 season was nothing short of spectacular for Kylie Kariotis. Despite previously starting in only six World Cups, Kariotis took the circuit by storm this year and earned personal bests week after week, traveling across the world when she previously thought she was going to be competing in NorAms. Her steady rise in results led her to a fourth-place finish at the Beidahu World Cup, which was enough to earn a spot on her first World Championships team. This was not an opportunity she took lightly, and she ended up finishing fourth in dual moguls at World Championships. Off the circuit, Kariotis is also a student at Boston College studying finance and brings the same passion she has for moguls skiing to everything she does. 

Kariotis is the latest athlete featured in U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s “On the Rise” series, presented by Zions Bank. Through community service, sponsorships and charitable donations, Zions Bank is committed to fueling economic growth and enhancing quality of life in Idaho, Utah and Wyoming.

Q: What initially drew you to moguls skiing? 

KK: I was first drawn to moguls skiing because of my older siblings; they competed, and I thought they were so cool. I did my first moguls competition when I was five years old, and I instantly loved the excitement of competing. Being there with my family made it even more special, and that combination of fun and challenge made me immediately hooked on the sport. 

Q: When you were younger and getting into the sport, what were your goals?

KK: When I was younger, I dreamed of qualifying for the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and representing my country on the international stage. The skiers on the national team were the absolute best, and I wanted nothing more than to be part of that. I also dreamed of traveling the world to compete at the different stops on the World Cup circuit; it always felt like such a unique and inspiring experience.

Q: What is your biggest accomplishment?

KK: My biggest accomplishment so far is qualifying for World Championships this past season and finishing fourth in dual moguls. At the start of the year, I thought I would be competing on the NorAm tour, but I was unexpectedly pulled up to the World Cup and then had the opportunity to qualify for such a prestigious event. That whole experience felt surreal, and I’m really grateful for how it unfolded.

Q: What is your ultimate goal?

KK: My ultimate goal is to win a World Cup and one day compete in the Olympics. The Olympics are the pinnacle of our sport, and being able to represent my country on that stage would be the ultimate honor. I know how difficult it is to qualify, but I find joy in the process of becoming the skier who is capable of competing there.

Q: Who are your heroes? Both in and out of the sport?

KK: Growing up, two of my biggest heroes were Jonny Moseley and Ann Battelle. Both are icons in the freestyle skiing community with incredible accomplishments. Jonny was especially inspiring since he grew up in the same town as me, went to the same high school, and skied at the same program. Ann has always struck me as one of the coolest people I’ve met, and the fact that she continues to give back to the freestyle community as a coach is really special. Outside of skiing, my heroes are my parents. They taught me how to ski, believed in me every step of the way, and provided me with all the tools I needed to grow into the athlete I am today. I’m forever grateful for their support. 

Q: You win $5,000 in prize money: What do you do with it? 

KK:  I would probably buy a new mountain bike, since I love the terrain around Salt Lake and biking is excellent cross-training for moguls skiing. I’d also consider putting part of it toward my education at Boston College, which is another big priority in my life.

Q: Do you budget or follow any structure related to spending?

KK: I don’t currently keep a strict budget, as I’m fortunate to receive support from both my parents and the team. That said, I try to stay mindful of how I spend and make sure I focus on the essentials that support my skiing and education.

Q: What is one money habit you follow?

KK: I always review my credit card statements monthly to ensure there’s no fraudulent activity. It’s a simple habit, but it gives me peace of mind and helps me stay on top of my spending.

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In its 10th year, Ron Kruszewski, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Stifel Financial Corp. and U.S. Ski & Snowboard Trustee, hosted the annual Stifel U.S. Ski Team fundraiser in St. Louis. The yearly event broke previous records, raising $1.375 million for all ski teams under the U.S. Ski & Snowboard umbrella, including alpine, cross country, freestyle, freeski, ski jumping, nordic combined and Para alpine. 

This year’s theme was “Una Notte Bianca a Cortina,” a nod to the upcoming 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games, providing guests with a touch of Italy around every corner. A beautiful evening played host to several athletes, a live band, a silent auction, food, drinks and dancing, with all proceeds directly benefitting the Stifel U.S. Ski Team as they prepare for the upcoming season. 

“The amount of time, effort, love and support this community—and that starts with Ron and Amanda (and Stifel!)—has put into our sports and the Stifel U.S. Ski Team is otherworldly and something very special. Thank you,” said Olympic gold medalist and Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team athlete Mikaela Shiffrin in a recent Instagram post. 

“This was my first time attending this event in St. Louis and it exceeded all expectations! Ron and Amanda worked so hard on this fundraiser and it was such a beautiful night with everyone,” said 2022 Olympian and Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team athlete Bella Wright. 

It was a star-studded event filled with U.S. Ski & Snowboard athletes such as Mikaela Shiffrin, Alex Ferreira, Lauren Macuga, Alli Macuga, Jaelin Kauf, Noah Elliott and Bella Wright. In addition to the winter athletes, highly regarded sportscaster Joe Buck was also in attendance to cheer on the fundraising efforts. 

“Going into the Olympic season knowing we have so many people behind us athletes really make a difference. So thankful and looking forward to more Stifel events in the future,” said Wright. 

The event, hosted by Kruszewski and Amanda Perkins, has become one of the organization's largest fundraisers, bringing together the community in and around St. Louis, Missouri. Those in attendance included U.S. Ski & Snowboard trustees, long-time supporters and ski and snowboard guests. 

2024 was a big year for Henry Townshend and he’s just getting started. During the 2024-25 season, Townshend earned his first World Cup start, second in slopestyle at Junior World Championships and brought home the gold in slopestyle at the Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon, Korea. He finished the season second overall for the North American Continental Cup.

Born and raised in Park City, UT, a town that consistently produces remarkable park skiers, it was only a matter of time before Townshend joined the Stifel U.S. Freeski Team. Following a successful last season and a summer spent training on the airbag and in the gym, we are excited to see what Townshend has to offer this winter.

Townshend is the latest athlete featured in U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s “On the Rise” series, presented by Zions Bank. Through community service, sponsorships and charitable donations, Zions Bank is committed to fueling economic growth and enhancing quality of life in Idaho, Utah and Wyoming.

Q: What initially drew you to the sport of freeskiing?

A: My parents put me on skis when I was three. By the time I was six, I had found out about park skiing and was hooked. I grew up following a family friend through the park and he was a big inspiration to me. 

Q: When you were younger and getting into the sport, what were your goals? 

A: I’ve always dreamed of going to the Olympics and competing at X Games. I want to be good enough to have no limits on what I can try.

Q: What is your biggest accomplishment?

A: My biggest accomplishment so far has been winning a gold medal at the 2024 Youth Olympic Games. It felt so great to put that run down.

Q: What is your ultimate goal? 

A: I would love to become one of the best slopestyle skiers, to compete for as long as I can, and eventually transition into film skiing. I hope to continue skiing and finding joy in it for as long as possible.

Q: Who are your heroes? Both in & out of the sport?

A: In all aspects of my life, my mom is definitely a hero for me. Within the sport, there are so many skiers who have inspired me, and I’m super lucky to get to ski with so many of them on the team.

Q: You win $5,000 in prize money: What do you do with it?

A: If I were to win $5,000 in prize money, I would probably splurge on a trip. I’d love to go surfing or skiing in a new place. Maybe somewhere in South America?

Q: Do you budget or follow any structure related to spending?

A: Not really, I try to be cognizant of how much money I’m spending, and I try not to spend too much on things I don’t actually need. I’m really lucky to have a lot of help from my mom funding my skiing.

Q: What’s one money habit you follow?

A: I like to invest any extra money I have.

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Two-time Olympic gold medalist and snowboarding icon Jamie Anderson announced her official return to World Cup competition in an interview with NBC. After stepping away from competition to focus on family and personal projects, Anderson is back, this time with two young daughters by her side, as she sets her sights on qualifying for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games.

Widely regarded as one of the most influential riders in snowboarding history, Anderson returns with renewed energy and perspective, ready to rejoin the international stage as part of the Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team.

“Jamie is one of the greatest slopestyle athletes of all time and will continue to be a pioneer in the sport of snowboarding,” said Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team sport director Rick Bower. "I have no doubt that if she puts her mind and her energy into it, she will have a successful go at competing again.”

"What sets Jamie apart isn’t just talent — it’s resilience, discipline, and heart,” said Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team slopestyle & big air head coach Mike Ramirez. Watching her step back into Snowboarding after becoming a mother of two is inspiring on so many levels, and we feel privileged to be part of this chapter in her journey."

A Legendary Career

Anderson first made history at the 2014 Sochi Olympic Winter Games, becoming the inaugural women’s Olympic slopestyle gold medalist. Four years later, she not only defended her slopestyle Olympic gold medal in PyeongChang but showcased her versatility by adding a big air Olympic silver medal to her resume.

In addition to her Olympic-level success, Anderson is the most decorated woman in X Games history with 21 medals in just 23 appearances. She’s also a five-time ESPY Female Action Sports Award winner, has 11 career World Cup wins and is a two-time FIS World Championship medalist. 

A New Chapter: Motherhood and Beyond

Anderson has spent the past few years embracing family life and creative projects, including Great Alaskan Adventure, a backcountry film project created with her fiancé, Tyler Nicholson, documenting their journey as new parents exploring untamed terrain with daughter Misty Rose, born in March 2023, in tow. The two welcomed a second daughter, Nova Sky, in April 2025.

With an uncanny ability to transfer contest-winning precision into unpredictable terrain, Anderson took third place in the 2024 Natural Selection final—proving she could still compete at the highest level of snowboarding.

Her return is fueled not only by unfinished business on the competition stage, but also by the chance to redefine what’s possible for women—and mothers—in elite sport. “I feel excited to have the opportunity to return and hopefully inspire other women and mothers that we can do it,” Anderson told NBC in an interview announcing her comeback. “Some people say coming back as a mother gives you an extra superpower, so we’ll see how that plays out.”

Nonprofit Work

Anderson’s achievements extend beyond the podium. She has played a pivotal role in progressing women’s snowboarding, notably collaborating with longtime resort partner Woodward to how her enJOY event, which provided women from around the world with the tools and encouragement needed to break into the sport.

She is also the founder of the Jamie Anderson Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting youth in action sports by providing equipment, financial aid and access to mountain experiences. Since its inception, the foundation has helped thousands of children and families overcome barriers to snowboarding and other outdoor activities.

In addition, Anderson has partnered with Protect Our Winters (POW) to advocate for environmental sustainability and climate change awareness.

Looking To Milano Cortina

With eyes set on the 2026 Olympic Winter Games, Anderson is poised to showcase once again the talent and style that have earned her a reputation as a legend in snowboarding. Now, with her family in tow, Anderson returns to the sport with a renewed sense of joy and excitement in rediscovering her love for competing on the world’s biggest stage.

“I don’t know where it’s coming from, but I’m fired up,” said Anderson. “As always, I’m going to go with the flow, trust my intuition and play it by ear. It will probably be mayhem traveling with a family of four, but I’m feeling inspired to get some tricks I was doing pre-motherhood back on the table.”

With only two months remaining before the next Olympic qualifier, Anderson joins the Hydro Flask U.S. Snowboard Team in New Zealand for an on-snow training camp. 

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Through U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s goal to grow the next generation of aerials skiers in the United States, U.S. Ski & Snowboard has launched the Aerials Nationals Development Group (AENDG) to further develop the pipeline of aerials athletes.

The Aerials National Development Group is a pool of the country's top developmental aerials athletes, selected based on head-to-head performance at NorAms, U.S. Championships, and other domestic FIS events. Athletes selected for the AENDG are recognized with an invitation to national development projects during the 2025-26 season. AENDG programming aims to drive athletes toward the Stifel U.S. Ski Team. Strategic training opportunities will be organized during the preparation and competition periods to emphasize technical and tactical development in each athlete. An emphasis on conditioning will provide the backbone for advancement throughout the winter. The AENDG’s overall mission is to provide consistent, top-tier support for the growth of our next generation athletes. The program will collaborate with the athletes’ current program and coaches to ensure athletes receive the best possible training, support and resources. 

AENDG athletes will work with Jack Boyczuk, who will serve as the group’s head coach in year one of the program. Athletes have the opportunity to train across North America in Park City, UT, Bristol, NY and Le Relais, CAN, and learn from subject matter experts in sports psychology, nutrition and strength and conditioning. Madison Hogg, U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s Freestyle Development Manager, will serve as the AENDG Team Administrator

“The Aerials National Development Group is just what we need to keep advancing aerials skiing in the United States and ensure our athletes have the tools to reach the highest level,” said Matt Gnoza, U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s Freestyle Sport Director. “We’ve built a strong tradition of excellence in aerials, and this program will help us carry that momentum into the future.”

The first cohort of athletes selected for the AENDG comprises the best up-and-coming aerials skiers in the country - many with great international and domestic success. 

2025-26 Aerials National Development Group

(Club; Notable Achievements)

Women

• Lilyana Laraba (Holiday Valley; 10th, 2025 U.S. Championships)
• Natalie Leitgeb (Bristol Mountain Freestyle; 12th, 2025 U.S. Championships)
• Madeline Mar (Park City Ski & Snowboard) 
• Allison Patton (Bristol Mountain Freestyle; 11th, 2025 U.S. Championships)

Men

• Gavin Canzano (Bristol Mountain Freestyle; Seventh, 2025 U.S. Championships; Two NorAm Cup top 12 results)
• Jackson Chapman (Bristol Mountain Freestyle; 10th, 2025 U.S. Championships)
• JP Kane (Mont Chalet; 14th, 2025 U.S. Championships)
• Scott Kane (Steamboat Winter Sports School; One World Cup start; One NorAm top five finish; Ninth, 2025 U.S. Championships)*
• Liam Laraba (Holiday Valley)
• Ian Leitgeb (Bristol Mountain Freestyle; 12th, 2025 U.S. Championships)
• Owen Przepiora (Holiday Valley; 13th, 2025 U.S. Championships)
• Liam Smith (HoliMont; 20th, 2025 U.S. Championships)

* indicates previous World Cup starts