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Defying Gravity

January 15, 2021January 15, 2021

An upside down year with an uneven playing field, offers an opportunity to expand our perspective…and scream into pillows.

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Tags COVID ski season, long term athletic development, Ski racing, the long road6 Comments

Whoa Doggie Jam

October 14, 2020October 14, 2020

“The Whoa Doggie Jam is probably similar to what somebody might call today a ‘full send’ attitude…but it’s also about creativity and just daring to do the unexpected.”

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Carpe Skiem!

March 15, 2020March 15, 2020

This sudden and complete stop —just when we were fully cranked up to power through ski racing’s own March Madness—feels like going from 5th gear into reverse.

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Keep Calm and Race On!

March 1, 2020March 1, 2020

This championship season ask yourself: how much fun would a rollercoaster be if you just hung out on top and enjoyed the view?

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You May Need a Cookie

January 27, 2020January 27, 2020

In the depths of the struggle, we look for things we need to change, when often all we need to do is to keep going.

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Thank You For Your Patience

November 28, 2019November 28, 2019

Recently, a reporter asked me what makes ski racing so uniquely challenging. In case you need to remind yourself, or anyone else, here are a few reasons why.

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Thanks, Mom

May 13, 2019May 12, 2019

As one mom explained to me, “My job as a mom I have decided – especially if I am at a race, however it turns out – is to tell him I love him and ask if he wants a snack.”

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How To Win Every Day

March 26, 2019March 26, 2019

Are you loose and cheery because you performed well, or did you perform well because you’re cheery and loose?

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The Long Road Rolls On

March 1, 2019March 1, 2019

If you are new to “championship season” welcome to the show! And now, relax–you’re in for a long ride.

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Buck Up—If You’re On Snow, It’s All Good

January 31, 2019January 31, 2019

Dad’s wisdom reminds me that once you get your boots on and get out there, every little thing will be all right.

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