Nolting named new Athletic Director at Steamboat

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. – The Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club (SSWSC) announced Tuesday that Jon Nolting, the former Sport Education Director for the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA), will be joining the organization as its new Athletic Director effective June 15, 2015.

“We are thrilled that Jon will be joining the SSWSC leadership team,” said Jim Boyne, executive director of the SSWSC. “Jon brings broad perspective on international athletic and coaching best practices. His philosophy on long-term athletic and character development are aligned with our vision of creating champions, on and off the mountain. We are looking forward to bringing Jon’s skill and expertise to the SSWSC’s athletic programming, and are excited to propel our focus on the professional development of coaches as role models and mentors to our athletes.”

Nolting brings 19 years of experience in club and athletic leadership, coaching, and education, as well as nine total years with the USSA. He has spearheaded national club and coach education and certification systems in the sports of alpine, cross country and freestyle skiing, Nordic combined, and snowboarding. He has also led significant efforts at the national level, implementing best practices in athlete and coach development. Nolting holds a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics from the University of Colorado, School of Engineering, and a minor in economics.

“I am honored to be joining the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, and I believe strongly in its mission of inspiring the pursuit of excellence and empowering members of this community to achieve their personal goals in athletics and in life through participation in sport,” said Nolting. “I look forward to continuing to enhance the quality and consistency of SSWSC athletic programs, and to partner with our discipline directors and coaching staff to bring continuous professional development to our coaches.”

Sarah Floyd, who formerly served as SSWSC’s Athletic Director for the last 16 years, has been appointed assistant executive director working with Boyne to implement SSWSC’s strategic plan, as well as focusing on strategic priorities and enhancing community partnerships.

“Sarah Floyd has been instrumental in the success of the SSWSC and has capably worn many hats during her long-standing tenure. We both believe that Jon’s expertise will elevate our capabilities in the areas of athletic programming and coach education. This will allow Sarah to focus her time with me on strengthening our strategic and operational effectiveness, as well as on improving our relationships with community partners such as our local schools,” Boyne said.

The Nolting family is very familiar with Colorado and Steamboat Springs. Nolting, his wife, Darlene, and their two children are excited to make Steamboat Springs their permanent home.

Release courtesy of SSWSC