17 Men’s Alpine Skiing Retirements in 2026: Pinturault, Ryding Lead World Cup Farewells
A total of 17 athletes step away from the men’s Alpine Skiing World Cup in 2026, led by stars like Alexis Pinturault and Dave Ryding.
A total of 17 athletes step away from the men’s Alpine Skiing World Cup in 2026, led by stars like Alexis Pinturault and Dave Ryding.
Holderness School is hiring an Eastern Alpine FIS Head Coach and an Assistant U16 Coach for the 2026–27 season, offering opportunities to work with top junior athletes at Cannon Mountain in New Hampshire.
Carrabassett Valley Academy is seeking an Athletic Trainer to join its high-performance team at Sugarloaf Mountain. This full-time role focuses on injury prevention, athlete care, and performance support for competitive ski and snowboard student-athletes.
Alterra Mountain Company becomes the first U.S. ski operator to achieve Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) verification, marking a major step forward in climate accountability across the global ski industry, alongside new progress in sustainability, workforce support, and community investment.
Bridger Ski Foundation is seeking an experienced Alpine Program Director to lead its nationally recognized program in Bozeman, Montana. This leadership role blends high-performance coaching, program management, and community engagement within one of North America’s most respected ski organizations. Ideal for a coach passionate about long-term athlete development and building strong team culture.
Vincent Kriechmayr’s future may depend on one decision. Will the ÖSV bring back the coach he says he needs to continue racing?
Lindsey Vonn says a return to the 2030 Olympics remains possible—but only if she can compete at the highest level after her recovery.
Cardigan’s middle school ski team stunned the Class A field at Mount Sunapee, sweeping both slalom and giant slalom against older competition and showing how culture and development can outperform experience.
Johannes Zöchling has been appointed head coach of the Austrian women’s alpine ski team, succeeding Roland Assinger starting May 1, 2026. The experienced coach brings over 14 years within the ÖSV and recent international experience with Norway.
What happens when your sport ends and no one prepares you for what comes next? For many athletes, the transition out of sport is not just a career shift, it is a loss of identity, structure, and purpose. This piece explores the emotional reality of life after sport and how athletes can begin to rebuild.
According to the Stifel U.S. Ski Team, Jared Goldberg retires after 194 World Cup starts, leaving a legacy of strength, consistency, and speed.
The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame will induct its Class of 2025 at Snowbird, Utah, celebrating legends including Kikkan Randall, Lindsey Van, and Todd Richards alongside industry pioneers and innovators.
Ilka Štuhec headlines a group of retiring women’s World Cup alpine skiers in 2026, from world champions to NCAA talent.
A corruption investigation involving former Croatian Ski Association president Vedran Pavlek is underway, with authorities examining alleged financial misconduct and multiple individuals connected to the federation.
Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club is hiring for two key alpine leadership roles: Alpine Program Director and Head FIS Coach. Learn more about responsibilities, qualifications, and how to apply.
Stratton Mountain School is seeking an elite Alpine FIS coach to join its high-performance program, working with FIS and post-graduate athletes in a full-time, year-round role.
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club is hiring a Director of Development to lead fundraising, donor engagement, and strategic growth for one of North America’s premier winter sports organizations.
Paul Epstein takes over the U.S. men’s tech team with a clear focus on culture, trust, and building a system that delivers World Cup results.
Major changes hit the Stifel U.S. Ski Team as Sasha Rearick returns to lead the alpine program and Paul Epstein takes over the men’s tech team.
Valerie Grenier leads after run one in Hafjell, just 0.02 ahead of Sara Hector, as the fight for the Overall Globe between Mikaela Shiffrin and Emma Aicher comes down to a dramatic second run.
Former U.S. Ski Team athlete Hig Roberts joins Fresh Corduroy to share an honest look at life on the World Cup circuit, the mental and financial challenges of ski racing, and his personal journey beyond the sport.
Mikaela Shiffrin wins the Hafjell slalom in dominant fashion, securing her ninth slalom globe and capping a historic season with nine victories in ten races.
Mikaela Shiffrin delivers a dominant first run in Hafjell, taking a commanding 1.10 second lead as the women’s World Cup Finals slalom heads into a decisive second run.
Mark Tilston reflects on his departure from the Stifel U.S. Ski Team men’s program, discussing structural challenges, athlete development, and the future of U.S. alpine skiing.