May 23, 2008 (Park City, Utah) – At the recent USSA Congress May 13-18 a number of individuals were recognized including the late Paul Robbins, a phenomenal writer who dedicated 30 years of his life to documenting the history of the accomplishments of USSA athletes, was the recipient of the 2008 USSA John J. Clair Jr. Award for outstanding service that benefits the U.S. Ski or Snowboard Teams.

Robbins passed away unexpectedly this February. From the moment he was introduced to the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team in 1978, Robbins became not just a devoted journalist but also a friend of the sport. His prose would trumpet the success of U.S. athletes and his humor would break up the tears of that medal that was just missed.

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