Author: Team Summit
Dear Team Summit Alpine Ability Athletes, and Ability and Age Class Parents and Coaches:
We are fully into the racing season with all athletes beginning to compete! Many races are coming up and the schedules continue to evolve with changes to the format, dates, and in some cases venues. This is out of our control creating both extra works for all and confusion for planning. We will continue to do our best to communicate these changes as clearly and timely as possible.
The Alpine staff is stretched, particularly in Age Class, by the injury to Jared and changes in work availability to some...
Freestyle Qualifier Series at Vail Vail Mountain Jan 9, 2022
Qualifier Series at Vail Vail Mountain Jan 9, 2022 (Sun)
Link to results.
SYNC Series u16 Rocky/Central Junior Championship Qualifying
Last week, Vail Mountain Resort hosted the SYNC Series u16 Rocky/Central Junior Championship qualifying races. The four-day race series brought in over 120 athletes, varied weather and lots of great ski racing, including the first races held on the new T-bar expansion hill. Women and Men both competed in two Slalom and two Giant Slalom races over the course of week. Team Summit Colorado athletes had a great series: Stella Buchheister came home a 4th in SL and two 4th place GS results, Niko Leunig had his first u16 victory with a 1st place in the GS race and Jevin...
Team Summit Alpine Ability Update – December 12, 2021
Dear Team Summit Alpine Ability Athletes, Parents, and Coaches:
This update is focused on upcoming races, eligibility, registration procedures, and additional race information.
The recent number of recent questions regarding racing has revealed to me that I haven’t been clear in my communications. My apologies for any confusion or lack of information.
I will hopefully communicate all that you need to know to be able to access the necessary information and complete registrations below.
If you do have questions, please direct them to me for any U16...
Ellie chats with TV8Summit
Ellie from Team Summit's Academy program came in to let us know more about her first-ever Dew Tour event coming up, as well as some other competitions.
The FIS Mogul Team shreds Sweden
The FIS Mogul Team made a trip to Idre Fjall, Sweden this November to train and compete. This kicked off Team Summit’s competition season before the season begins here in the U.S. Athletes included Evelyn Harris, Jackson True, Justin Jachimowicz, Sophie Jachimowicz, Reese Lemnah, and 2 athletes from different Colorado clubs, Tenley Leonard of Winter Park and George McQuinn of Purgatory. Coaches Zak Watkins and Scott Rawles were in attendance.
Jackson True Cork 7X
The trip consisted of 9 training days and 2 competition days. Athletes were able to focus on new techniques and...
Start to Intro To Team Summit
Dear Parents and Athletes,
I hope you all are getting as excited as I am about our first day of ITS this coming weekend. You will be recieving an email from your child's coach this week. Meeting locations and updated information for each mountain can be found on the ITS calendar: https://teamsummit.org//members/calendars/intro-team-summit-calendar
Our ITS webpage has information as what to bring this weekend and can answer many of the frequently asked questions parents have.
I would also like to...
December Athlete of the Month
December Athlete of the Month | Sam Hirsh – Moguls
Sam Hirsh – Moguls
Hard work, Determination, Passion, Courage, Appreciation, Humility, Support, Grit, and Teammate are only a few adjectives that describe Sam. He is a pleasure to Coach, listens to feedback, and is always ready to lend a hand. Sam embodies Team Summit values and core values and will go far in whatever he pursues.
Nominees:
Noah Dippenaar – Big Mountain
Michael Green – Alpine
Asher Cockrell – Park & Pipe
Ronan Muckler –...
Sport Parenting and the Athletic Process
Sport Parenting and the Athletic Process
A Guide to Supporting your Young Ripper
Participation in sports has many positive outcomes, however, these outcomes are the result of adult-driven structures.
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The 16th Annual Charity Shopping Extravaganza
The 16th Annual Charity Shopping Extravaganza is back and better than ever on Saturday, November 20th, 2021 from 10 AM – 4 PM. Join us for a day of shopping and exclusive savings all while benefitting local charities.
Shopping Extravaganza is a day full of shopping, prizes, and fun, all to raise money for non-profit organizations in our local community.
Your ticket includes:
Exclusive store discounts
Bloody Mary & Mimosa bar
ONE scratch-off prize ticket
TWO grand prize raffle ticket
$5 OAS gift card
Private catered lunch
Complimentary beer and wine tasting
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