Five Years Later: Buck was not wrong
Seeing so many ski racers blaze new trails to the top has given the kids what Buck was trying to convey to them—a sense of hope.
Ski racing
Defying Gravity
An upside down year with an uneven playing field, offers an opportunity to expand our perspective…and scream into pillows.
Whoa Doggie Jam
“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.”
Carpe Skiem!
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.
Keep Calm and Race On!
This championship season ask yourself: how much fun would a rollercoaster be if you just hung out on top and enjoyed the view?
You May Need a Cookie
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.
Thank You For Your Patience
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.
Thanks, Mom
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.”
How To Win Every Day
Are you loose and cheery because you performed well, or did you perform well because you’re cheery and loose?
The Long Road Rolls On
If you are new to “championship season” welcome to the show! And now, relax–you’re in for a long ride.