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SMST2 Seeks Head Coach, Full Time Professional and U23 Summer Program Applicants

FasterSkierMarch 22, 2022

SMST2 Head Coach Job Opening Patrick O’Brien is stepping back from full time coaching so we are looking for a new Head Coach for the SMST2 team. Applicant must have a strong knowledge of the sport and great communication skills and enthusiasm. Coach will oversee all training, racing and travel for the team, work closely with the USST and help promote the sport by working with the Junior programs in the area. This is a...

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Applications now open for elite U.S. skiers — 2022 U.S. Biathlon Team Talent ID Program LAKE PLACID, NY

FasterSkierMarch 22, 2022

Overview The U.S. Biathlon Team invites current and/or recently graduated collegiate cross country skiers to apply to its Talent ID program. The program is designed for current cross-country skiing talents who are interested in continuing their athletic ski racing careers professionally after college, but need professional support and guidance in committing to their next step. This fully-supported, pre-professional summer training team based in Lake Placid, NY will prepare athletes to transition from their collegiate careers...

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Eastern Sierra Nordic Ski Seeks Development Team Coach

FasterSkierMarch 22, 2022

2022-2023 Development Team Coach Eastern Sierra Nordic Ski Association; Mammoth Lakes, CA Eastern Sierra Nordic Ski Association is a non-profit organization based in Mammoth Lakes, California. The club has been growing rapidly and is in need of a Development Coach to further develop the program. The position is from June to April, with additional employment opportunities at Tamarack Cross-Country Ski available. The Eastern Sierra and Mammoth offers a long ski season, high quality dryland training,...

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Skiing With Horses: Learn More About This Sport

FasterSkierMarch 22, 2022

When it comes to winter sports, people have always found a way to make up new challenges and create new and thrilling sports as a new form of adrenaline rush. Since horses play an important role in our history and have been human companions since the dawn of time, it is not weird to see them in many different activities. That’s why horse racing is such a famous sport that draws lots of money in...

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Skiing and Cricket: Which Is More Popular?

FasterSkierMarch 20, 2022

As more Indians continue to show interest in skiing, there are talks about whether skiing can overcome cricket in India. Can Skiing Ever Overcome Cricket in Popularity? India has good grounds for skiing, but the sport is still unfamiliar to most of its citizens. This lack of popularity can be because of the high costs of equipment, travel, or unavailability of good infrastructure. Nevertheless, skiing is popular in several places across all Himalayan states, including...

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From Athlete to Technical Delegate: A Q & A with Kelsey Phinney

Rachel PerkinsMarch 18, 2022

When reaching out to Sun Valley’s Annie Pokorny to learn more about her decision to become a technical delegate and her experience so far, it was also on the radar that Pokorny’s friend and former teammate Kelsey Phinney was also engaged in the process. As it turned out, Pokorny had been a leading influence in Phinney’s decision to become a TD herself. Like Pokorny, Phinney is a 2016 graduate of Middlebury College, before continuing with...

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How To Start Cross Country Skiing

FasterSkierMarch 16, 2022

Cross country skiing is one of the best winter sports activities, and it is worth trying as it also brings health benefits. In case you are suffering from seasonal depression, cross-country skiing is the perfect antidote. This sport can significantly improve your mental health and mood. Consider the following tips on how to start cross country skiing. Are you ready for the trails? . To be fit for the trails, you need to strengthen your...

Juniors News Racing Results US Nationals

2022 Junior Nationals Recap: After Long Wait, Minneapolis Hosts Top US Juniors for Full Slate of Racing

Ben TheyerlMarch 16, 2022

To trace the thread of the past, present, and future of American cross-country skiing, all you have to do is look at a golf course in Minneapolis that touches 3 of those 10,000 lakes in Minnesota; Theodore Wirth Park. Over the past week, America’s most-skied loop played host to the US Ski and Snowboard Junior Championships (formerly Junior Nationals, or “JNs”), bringing the top under-20 year old skiers from across the nation together for the...

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Does James Bond Ski More than he Gambles?

FasterSkierMarch 15, 2022

The James Bond films from Eon Productions have lasted for more than 59 years with 25 outings thanks to the character’s enduring popularity, but also because viewers have a good idea about what to expect from them. 007 adventures always feature common tropes and scenes that have become intrinsically linked with the slick spy. Bond famously has a close connection with casinos, but it could be argued that skiing is an equally important element of...

Community Feature News Racing World Cup

David Norris: Missing out on 2022 Olympic Team selection, “making the best of it”, and what’s to come.

Rachel PerkinsMarch 15, 2022

It’s hard not to root for David Norris. Often affectionately described by Devon Kershaw as a “grinder”, the humble 31-year-old Fairbanks, AK native has been an eternal underdog, despite consistently performing among the best American distance racers of his generation on the World Cup. Highlighting his career, Norris has finished in the top-20 three times during his appearances in the 2019 and 2021 World Championships. His best result arrived in last year’s Championships in Oberstdorf,...

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Crosscut Mountain Sports Center Seeks Director of Facilities, Grooming and Trails

FasterSkierMarch 15, 2022

Crosscut Mountain Sports Center Position: Director of Facilities, Grooming and Trails Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Compensation: Salary of $60,000-$75,000 per year, with possibility of housing Crosscut Mountain Sports Center is a year-round mountain hub providing outstanding Nordic skiing, biathlon, mountain biking, hiking and outdoor education. It offers world-class sports training and access to the rejuvenating power of nature for all ages, abilities, identities, and backgrounds. Crosscut has two spectacular locations, with...

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Pioneer Midwest: 2022 Birkie Wax Discussion

Pioneer MidwestMarch 15, 2022

Jeremy, Matt, and Cory sit down to talk everything ski related during the 2022 American Birkebeiner. From ski selection to structure and wax, we break down what made a fast pair of skis on the day.

Collegiate News Racing

(Press Release) Utah captures its third consecutive NCAA Championship, Ben Ogden and Sophia Laukli win individual Nordic titles

FasterSkierMarch 13, 2022

MIDWAY, Utah – The University of Utah won going away Saturday at the 69th Annual NCAA Skiing Championships, using an impressive performance in the freestyle Nordic events to win its third straight national title. The championships concluded with the men’s 20K and women’s 15K mass start freestyle events at Soldier Hollow, a world class venue constructed for the 2002 Winter Olympics. After three days of competition, Utah led Vermont by 27.5 points. With Utah outscoring...

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(Press Release) Team USA Wins Mixed Relay Gold to Close Out Nordic Skiing at 2022 Paralympic Winter Games

FasterSkierMarch 13, 2022

By Katie Grunik | TeamUSA.org ZHANGJIAKOU, China — Team USA won its first-ever mixed relay gold to close out the cross-country competition at the Paralympic Winter Games Beijing 2022 on Sunday at Zhangjiakou National Biathlon Centre in Zhangjiakou, China. Team USA’s 4 x 2.5-kilometer mixed relay featured Oksana Masters, Sydney Peterson, Dan Cnossen and Jake Adicoff guided by Sam Wood. They stormed to a 25:59.3 gold-medal finish. China took silver in 26:25.3, and Team Canada...

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One for the Ages in Falun: Diggins Finishes 3rd as Johaug Leaves Skiing a Champion

Ben TheyerlMarch 12, 2022

This World Cup coverage is made possible through the generous support of Marty and Kathy Hall and the A Hall Mark of Excellence Award. To learn more about A Hall Mark of Excellence Award or to learn how you can support FasterSkier’s coverage please contact info@fasterskier.com. There wasn’t much to be decided, only facts to reaffirmed. In the last individual race of the World Cup season on Saturday, a 10-kilometer individual start freestyle in...

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World’s 10 Ski Resorts for Casino Players

FasterSkierMarch 11, 2022

One of the best ways to spend the winter holidays with your friends or family is to visit a ski resort. You get to ski, enjoy snow-covered mountain tops, have snowball fights during the day, and then cozy up in front of the fireplace during the nights. Moreover, there are lots of top-notch ski resorts with all sorts of amenities that will make your stay truly memorable. However, those who love to gamble and play...

Collegiate News Racing

(Press Release) 2022 NCAA Skiing Championships – 5/10 k Classic Recap

FasterSkierMarch 11, 2022

PARK CITY, Utah – The 2022 NCAA Skiing Championships got underway on Thursday at Park City Mountain Resort and Soldier Hollow in Midway. Cool temperatures in the mid-20’s and sunny skies welcomed the competitors on the first official day of competition. Utah’s Novie McCabe claimed her first NCAA title by winning the women’s 5K classic at Soldier Hollow. Ben Ogden of Vermont was crowned a national champion for the second time in his career by winning the...

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Pioneer Midwest: Storewide Sale

Pioneer MidwestMarch 10, 2022

Spring Sale prices are here both online and in-store!! From skate skis to skin skis we have sales on every ski in the store. We are offering 20% off all skis in-store with additional discounts up to 40% off on specific skis! We still have an excellent selection of skis ranging from touring to racing. Act quickly as many skis we have in stock at the moment have limited sizes/availability! Use code “SpringSale” at checkout for 20% off everything including items already marked down!...

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Ian Torchia: An Early Retrospective as he Retires from Professional Skiing

Ben TheyerlMarch 10, 2022

Skiing-wise, Ian Torchia has nearly done it all. And now, in life, he’s ready to do some more. In an Instagram post following the American Birkiebeiner, Torchia announced that he is retiring from professional skiing with his trademark blend of gratitude and humor, saying, “In the end I won’t remember the races won (a few) or lost (many more) but the lifelong bonds of teammates, the support of friends and family, and how special the...

Community Interviews

Lizzie Larkins on Learning on the Job as a Wax Tech at World Juniors

Ella HallMarch 9, 2022

The role of a wax technician seems both secretive and extremely public. As spectators, we don’t see what happens on race day inside a wax truck or trailer. We aren’t privy to the tips and tricks that are employed to work magic on an athlete’s skis. Conversely, when the wax is off for a racer, that error is on full display for the public as we watch an athlete struggle through a race on skis...

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