Irwin and Gelso Win Australian Hoppet; USST Goes 1-2 in New Zealand Marathon
Gabby NaranjaSeptember 5, 2016
Wrapping up their Australian camp, three Sun Valley skiers reached the podium at the 42 k Kangaroo Hoppet, part of the Worldloppet marathon series. Deedra Irwin edged teammate Mary Rose, and Matt Gelso won the men's race ahead of Australian national-team skiers. One weekend later, the U.S. Ski Team swept first and second New Zealand's Merino Muster.