Johan Eliasch, president of the International Ski Federation (FIS), has officially announced his candidacy for the presidency of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Since taking charge of FIS in June 2021, Eliasch has led the organization through a period of transformation. On July 24, 2024, he earned a place as a member of the IOC. In a letter to IOC members, Eliasch outlined his vision for the future of the organization and addressed the challenges ahead.

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Just two weeks before the new season, Marcel Hirscher’s return to competitive skiing is creating a media frenzy. While fans are excited, one Austrian ski legend isn't as impressed. Hermann Maier, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and one of Austria's most successful skiers, openly questions Hirscher’s comeback hype.

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On October 9, Swiss World Cup racer Niels Hintermann announced his cancer diagnosis during a press conference. The 29-year-old downhill and super-G athlete will not compete during the 2024/25 season.

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Pleasant Mountain Race Team in Bridgton, ME is looking to hire a few U10-U16 coaches to round out our team for the 2024/25 season.

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Featured Image: Zoi Eckfeldt (yellow), Nell Nyman (multi) with Whitney Gardner, Head Women’s FIS coach selfie and Jax and Ted Ligety photo: Kjus Building a Future on Skis: Park City’s GROM Program and the Path to Affordable Youth Skiing Park City, Utah, is home to more elite skiers and coaches than anywhere else in the

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In the heart of every Level Glove is a desire to innovate, not just for performance, but for the planet. The impact of modern production processes is not sustainable anymore, and no one should stand still without doing their part.

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U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced expanded partnerships with Stifel Financial Corp (NYSE: SF) and Toyota (NYSE: TM). Stifel will become the official Team Naming Partner of the Stifel U.S. Para Alpine Ski Team and Toyota the official Team Naming Partner of the Toyota U.S. Para Snowboard Team. 

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Lacerations are among the most dangerous threats, especially to vulnerable areas like the legs. That’s where Diston steps in as the global leader in cut-resistant apparel. With the launch of their new 2024-25 website, Diston is showcasing why they are recognized as the top choice for protective gear, combining world-class safety with cutting-edge technology and comfort.

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Lindsey Vonn, one of the greatest ski racers ever, may be eyeing a return to the World Cup circuit. Rumors have been swirling, and recent evidence suggests that the legendary skier could be considering a Wildcard World Cup start position.

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In the Toko Wax Room, Gunnar Travis shares a step-by-step process of ski-prep work that athletes can do at their homes instead of taking their skis to the shops using Toko tools.

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The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has entered a partnership with the United Nations’ World Meteorological Organization (WMO), marking the first collaboration between a global sports federation and the specialized agency. This new alliance seeks to address the increasingly urgent challenges climate change poses to winter sports and mountain tourism. Raising Awareness of Climate

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In the 35th episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, Matt and Alan had the chance to speak to the newest World Junior Champion, Austrian Victoria Olivier.

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i Racing Media is pleased to publish nine articles highlighting the book’s key concepts. The concept covered in this article is “Pressure in the Fall-Line,” the seventh in the series.

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Ski racers, discover a suitable program for your needs! Student-athletes who aim to maintain a harmonious blend of athletic accomplishments and academic success.

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FIS Updates Wildcard World Cup Regulations for 2024/25 Season

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Caleb Horsch presents a thought-provoking opinion article that explores the need to reevaluate the collegiate skiing framework and considers various potential solutions for the future of NCAA ski racing.

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The NCAA today announced that the University of Utah has been selected to host the 2028 NCAA Ski Championships.

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Get ready for another thrilling season of Alpine World Cup racing! In just 25 days, the women will kick off the action on October 26. For the first three races, the men and women will compete at the same venues during the same weekend.

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In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, Matt and Alan chatted with the sole member of the Romanian Alpine Ski Team, Ania Monica Caill.

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Marcel Hirscher, the Austrian superstar coming out of retirement and now skiing for the Dutch team, officially secured a wildcard to compete in Sölden on October 27th. However, FIS did not grant Hirscher the wildcard as originally outlined for the 2024/25 season. For now, he holds permission only to start in Sölden, a decision made during the FIS autumn meeting in Zurich.

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