Tri-State Summer Biathlon Championship – Fast Approaching!

September 14, 2008 (Oxford, NJ) – The 3rd Annual NY/PA/NJ Summer Biathlon Championship will be held on September 21, 2008 at the Shongum Sportsmen’s Association in Oxford, NJ. Pre-registration is mandatory and space is limited. … READ MORE →

USA’s Johnson, Jerome 1-2 at Women’s Ski Jumping Opener

September 14, 2008 (Lillehammer, Norway) – After being in the hunt for her first podium of her career, Alissa Johnson (Park City, UT) went all out to win in the first women’s ski … READ MORE →

National Para-Nordic Skier Shauna Whyte 4th in Handcycling at Paralympics

September 14, 2008 – (Beijing, China) – Shauna Whyte of Hinton, Alta., brilliantly negotiated the last turn to lead a group to the finish line for fourth place overall in the women’s handcycling event … READ MORE →

Einar Often Wins NCAA Division II Sportsmanship Award

September 14, 2008 (Fairbanks, AK) – Alaska Nanooks’ skier Einar Often has been selected as the male winner of the 2008 Division II Sportsmanship Award. Central Washington’s softball player Mallory Holtman made it a … READ MORE →

Veterans Find New Life in Skiing

September 13, 2008 (Park City, Utah) – For Chris Devlin-Young (sit-ski; Campton, NH), encouraging disabled veterans to take up competitive skiing isn’t just about having more people to race against on the hill – … READ MORE →

Saab Salomon Factory Team Suit Design it Contest Winners

September 13, 2008 (Bozeman, Mt) – The Saab/Salomon Factory Team race suit winners have been picked and we were thrilled to receive so many great entries to our Design it Contest. First place went … READ MORE →

US Ski Jumping News: Lindsey Van Ready and New Gear in Norway

September 13, 2008 (Lillehammer, Norway) – When a season ending knee injury caught Lindsey Van (Park City, Utah) off guard mid way through the 2008 winter, the 12-time women’s jumping champion could have taken … READ MORE →

US Ski Team Seeks Coaches for World Juniors/U23 and J1 Trips

September 12, 2008 (Park City, Utah) – The US Ski Team is seeking three coaches for the 2009 World Junior and Under-23 World Championships, as well as two coaches for the J1 Scandinavian Championships in … READ MORE →

Job Opportunities at Canadian Sport Centre Pacific

September 12, 2008 – There are several positions now available at the Canadian Sport Centre Pacific including Assistant Coordinator, Performance Technologist and Communications Coordinator. Click the links below for more information about these job opportunities, … READ MORE →

FIS Grand Prix Ski Jumping Continues in Hakuba

September 12, 2008 (Hakuba, Japan) – The FIS Grand Prix Ski Jumping continues in Asia this week. The traditional Japanese stop on the summer tour will again take place in Hakuba, Japan where … READ MORE →

Climb to the Castle Whiteface Rollerski Race

September 11, 2008 (Wilmington, NY) – The New York Ski Educational Foundation is pleased to host the second annual “Climb To The Castle” Whiteface Rollerski Race, on Monday October 6, 2008, with 9 am … READ MORE →

SkiTrax Launches New Skier Diaries Section

Kuzzy, Stephen, Kuhn

September 11, 2008 (Toronto, ON) – SkiTrax is excited to announce the launch of its new Skier Diaries section at skitrax.com featuring a variety of top US and Canadian Nordic skiers who … READ MORE →

Fast and Female Needs You!

September 11, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – Olympic Gold Medalist Chandra Crawford is looking for a seriously motivated, confident, skilled and outgoing person to lead the organization while she focuses on training for the 2010 … READ MORE →

Gunstock Nordic Association Dedicates Clubhouse to Gary Allen

September 11, 2008 (Gilford, NH) – Final preparations are underway for the formal dedication of the newly-constructed, T. Gary Allen Clubhouse of the Gunstock Nordic Association (GNA). The public is invited to attend … READ MORE →

Optimizing the Olympic Legacy: A Brief Look at the 2010 Nordic Venue

September 11, 2008 (Whistler, BC) – The requirements for the design of the Olympic venues are well-documented, and their planning and development closely watched by the IOC and the International Federations (IFs). The … READ MORE →

Silver Star Cross Country Ski Camps 2008 – Nov. 29-Dec. 7

Learn from the BEST!

September 10, 2008 – Fall is in the air at Silver Star; the trails have been mowed and are ready for the first snowfall. We actually had a dusting of snow … READ MORE →

NENSA News – UMPI Dry Land Clinic and Event Organizer Seminar

September 10, 2008 – Petr Jakl, UMPI Head XC Ski Coach & Lecturer will be coaching camp participants on preparing for a successful competition season. The event will take place from October 3-5, in the … READ MORE →

Phase 1 Ticket Sales – 2010 Winter Games Olympic Victory Ceremonies

October 3 - November 7

September 10, 2008 (Vancouver, BC) – The once-in-a-lifetime experience of the Olympic Games became that much more real today with the release of details on nightly Victory Ceremonies tickets as well as important information Canadian … READ MORE →

SuperTour 2009 Preview – The East is Back!

September 10, 2008 – There is some excitement about this up and coming SuperTour 2009 event schedule. First off, we have made some adjustments to the fall period with two individual races in West Yellowstone, … READ MORE →

Job Notice: Coaching Development Coordinator

September 10, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – The road to the Podium 2010 begins here! This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team that is totally committed to achieving international excellence – fulfilling dreams, creating … READ MORE →

Interview with Adam Kates – New Lakehead XC Head Coach

September 9, 2008 (Thunder Bay, ON) – Adam Kates is a former member of Canada’s junior, U23 and senior National teams and was the 2006 overall Canadian champion in the Open Men’s category. Recently, … READ MORE →

Distance Championships Set For Fairbanks

September 9, 2008 (Fairbanks, AK) – For the second consecutive year, the Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks, AK, will host the 2009 U.S. Distance Cross Country Championships at Birch Hill the U.S. Ski and Snowboard … READ MORE →

Cross Country Team Trains With Yoga and Kayaking

September 9, 2008 (Frisco, CO) – The U.S. Disabled Cross Country Team took part in some fun and innovative training near the home of Head Coach Jon Kreamelmeyer in Frisco, CO. “In my opinion I … READ MORE →

Calling all Skiers “On the Path to 2014”

September 9, 2008 – On Saturday, September 27 from 10am -12pm, the Banff Ski Runners will host “On the Path to 2014”, a club roller skiing fundraiser. The event will kick off at 10am sharp … READ MORE →

NENSA Summer Rollerski Series – Results

September 8, 2008 – The New England Nordic Ski Association’s (NENSA) Summer Rollerski series concluded on Saturday with a 12km race. Jesse Downs of Army WCAP won the men’s event with Jennie Bender from the … READ MORE →

North American Summer Biathlon Championships – Day 3 Results

September 8, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – The 2008 North American Summer Biathlon Championships concluded yesterday in Canmore, Alberta. The 3-day event finished up with a Pursuit Rollerski and Run competition. The men completed a 12.5km … READ MORE →

North American Summer Biathlon Championships – Days 1, 2 Results

September 7, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – The 2008 North American Biathlon Championships kicked off in Canmore, Alberta this past Thursday and will continue through today. More than 50 biathletes from across Canada and the US … READ MORE →

Lodwick Wins Hill Climb in Norway

September 7, 2008 (Lillehammer, Norway) – U.S. Nordic Combined athlete Todd Lodwick (Steamboat Springs, CO) took another step in his comeback, winning a hill climb in front of a huge crowd in Norway. “It was … READ MORE →

US Ski Team in Whistler – A Canadian Home Course

September 6, 2008 (Whistler, BC) – Getting ready for an Olympics close to home is a big advantage and we’re using it! Today my fellow US Ski teammers and I traveled … READ MORE →

Biathlon World Championship Sites Named for 2012 and 2013

September 6, 2008 (Prague, Czech Republic) – The IBU Congress closed today with Ruhpolding, Germany earning the right to host the 2012 Biathlon World Championships with Nove Mesto na Morave, Czech Republic selected for 2013. … READ MORE →

Nensa Welcomes It’s Newest Staff Member

September 6, 2008 – Welcome to Abby Weissman, our new Director of Introductory Programs! Abby is, as she says, “super passionate about fitness and about cross-country skiing.” She’s organized, self-directed, and her energy and … READ MORE →

Para-Nordic Funding for Divisions and Clubs

Deadline November 15

September 6, 2008 (Canmore, AB) – The 2008-2009 Cross Country Canada Para-Nordic Funding Program is an initiative in support of the recruitment and development of individuals with a disability who have shown an interest in … READ MORE →

GM’s Making Dreams Possible Club Coaching Grants

September 6, 2008 – The Coaching Association of Canada is now accepting applications for the next wave of GM’s Making Dreams Possible Club Coaching Grants with the grant deadline of September 26, 2008 fast approaching.Clubs … READ MORE →

International Biathlon Union Congress Opens in Prague

September 6, 2008 (Prague, Czech Republic) – The Eighth Regular Congress of the International Biathlon Union (IBU) officially opened today, with 53 nations answering the roll call at the first business session. The Senate of … READ MORE →

More Resources for Para-Nordic Development Programs

September 6, 2008 – In an effort to improve CCC’s capacity to develop, manage and deliver enhanced PN development programs, CCC has just contracted Tania Silletta as the new Eastern PN development coordinator. Tania … READ MORE →

Saab Salomon Factory Team News – Design the Team Uniform and Win

Evelyn Dong Reports from Australia

September 5, 2008 – Design the Saab Salomon Factory Team’s Uniform and win some great prizes! The winning design will be used in Saab Salomon Factory Team custom uniform and/or t-shirt. Here’s a list of … READ MORE →

Coaches Wanted for 2009 New England JO (Junior National) Team

September 5, 2008 – Our 2009 New England Junior Olympic Team hopefuls are hard at work preparing for the upcoming season. If you would like to be a part of one of the best teams … READ MORE →

The New Direction of Nordic Combined

September 5, 2008 – The FIS Nordic Combined World Cup 2008/2009 will start in late November, at the traditional FIS Nordic Opening in Kuusamo/Ruka (FIN) on November 29-30. After the three competitions that … READ MORE →

Central Cross Country Elite Team Members to Work with Local Retailers

September 5, 2008 (Hayward, WI) – Central Cross Country Ski Association is pleased to announce the CXC Elite Team presence at major Nordic ski shops in the Midwest including Finn Sisu, Gear West and Hoigaard’s. … READ MORE →

Cross Country Canada Welcomes Phil Wood to its Admin Team!

September 5, 2008 (Camore, AB) – As most of you already know, Marie-Josée Guay left the position of Athlete Development Coordinator back in May to accept a position as Recreation and Leisure Program Coordinator … READ MORE →

Schlierenzauer Wins Twice in Zakopane Grand Prix

September 5, 2008 (Zakopane, Poland) – The FIS Grand Prix Ski Jumping 2008 continued in Zakopane (POL) last weekend. Two competitions were scheduled for Friday and Saturday, one each, but the first competition had … READ MORE →

Quicksilver to Sell Rossignol

September 4, 2008 – Quicksilver Inc., one of the world’s most well known sports industry brands has announced that a deal has been made to sell the Rossignol Ski Company to Chartreuse and Mont Blanc. … READ MORE →

Registration Opens for Maine Huts and Trails Point-to-Point Marathon Race and Tour

September 4, 2008 – Registration Opens for Maine Huts and Trails Point-to-Point Marathon Race and Tour. The field is strictly limited to just 75 skiers in the 40km and 75 in the 20km option for … READ MORE →

2009 World University Winter Games – Athlete Positions Open

September 4, 2008 – Due to a number of different factors several of the selected athletes for the WUG are now unable to attend. Consequently, several positions for the men’s team and possibly for the … READ MORE →

University of Colorado to Host 2010 NCAA Skiing Championship

September 4, 2008 – The NCAA skiing Championships are headed back to the University of Colorado in 2010 as recently reported by the Cherry Creek News. The university last hosted the event in 2006 and … READ MORE →

FIS Tour de Ski Preparation in Full Force

September 4, 2008 – Over the last three days, the lead persons involved with the FIS Tour de Ski visited the four Tour host venues of Oberhof (GER), Prague, Nove Mesto (both CZE) and … READ MORE →

Boulder Nordic Ski Junior Racing Team Ski Swap – Sept. 28

September 3, 2008 (Boulder, Colorado) – The Boulder Nordic Junior Racing Team is having an intra-team ski swap on Sunday September 28 and all Boulder Nordic Club members are invited to donate, or sell, any … READ MORE →

Hugh Pomeroy Memorial Scholarship – Arendz and Marshall are 2008 Recipients

September 3, 2008 (Vancouver, BC) – Steve Podborski, President of the Fondation Ski Canada Foundation is very pleased to announce that in response to the June 30, 2008 deadline seeking scholarship applications from Canadian Snowsports … READ MORE →

Biathlon Canada Announces New Coach and Team Sponsor

September 3, 2008 (Calgary, AB) — Canada’s high-performance biathletes received a boost of support in their quest for the international podium. Geret Coyne has been promoted to head coach of the World Cup Team, while … READ MORE →

US Ski Team Time Trial Results

September 2, 2008 (Whistler, BC) – The US Ski team in Whistler for a 10-day training camp at the 2010 Olympic venue held a classic sprint time trial on site. Kris Freeman … READ MORE →