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U16 Rocky/Central Alpine Championships

So how did we do at the U16 RC Champs?   From March 7-11, Steamboat Ski Resort and Howelsen Hill hosted the U16 Rocky/Central Alpine Championships. Top 50 women and men from the division, which includes 19 states, had to qualify in order to compete at these Championships. Team Summit was able to qualify 5 athletes and they represented themselves and their team exceptionally well. In the 10 events, they won a total of 10 medals and 6 of them were gold! On the women’s side, Stella Buchheister crashed in the downhill after having the fastest training runs but was able to compete...

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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 Palmquist...

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A Message From Our Partner: A Racer's Edge

A letter from Chuck from A Racer's Edge   “Everything will be OK in the end. If it’s not OK, It’s not the end” – John Lennon Wow. Our world has really turned upside down. In support of the effort to curb the COVID-19 virus and the mandates of our State, County, and Town Governments, A Racer’s Edge is transitioning to Phone-in/email ONLY sales model. Our passionate staff is still available to help you with your skiing needs. Since 1972, we have been here for all your recreational, big mountain, and alpine racing ski needs. We eat, sleep, dream,...

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U14 RC Championships Recap

Recap of the U14 RC Championships at Steamboat As many know, the U14 RC Championship was cut short due to concerns over public safety.  Team Summit sent five athletes to Steamboat Springs to compete in the championships and they all ranked in the top 30% of their field.  More importantly, Team Summit's crew brought a positive, supportive and respectful energy to this incredible event.  Here's what Tina Buchheister, TSC coach, had to say about the event: We have just returned from the U14 Rocky Central Championships at Steamboat Springs. We are proud of our great...

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Bolle Races

Bolle Race Details Good afternoon all, We had a great morning of training and we think the kids are well prepared for this weekend. A few things: Attached is the program for tomorrow. [See Below or Click Here] The main thing we need from parents is to greet your kids at the finish when they come through. Give them a high five, hug, whatever.  Let them know you're there and proud of them. From a logistical/helping perspective:  At the end of the first run, gather your kid(s) and get them in for some food, water, warmth, etc.  Get their clothes on them which should be brought...

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