U.S. Ski & Snowboard is thrilled to announce the 16 athletes that will represent the Stifel U.S. Para Alpine Ski Team at the 2025 FIS Para Alpine World Ski Championships in Maribor, Slovenia, Feb. 5-11, 2025. 

Two time world champion and 18 time World Championship medalist Laurie Stephens will headline the team alongside two time Paralympian and two time World Championship team member Andrew Haraghey. Haraghey has been a leader on the team for years and has already earned multiple new personal bests this season, including two fourth place finishes in Santa Caterina. 

The team veterans are joined by many up-and-comers, including Audrey Crowley, who earned her first career podiums this season in Courchevel at only 17 years old. Jesse Keefe is a rising star and has had multiple top 10 finishes so far this season. Saylor O’Brien of the National Ability Center has had a breakthrough season, securing multiple podium finishes, including her first career win. Between the seasoned team members and the rookies, these athletes have had quite the season so far.

Between the seasoned team members and the rookies, these athletes have had quite the season so far. 

“We are thrilled to announce the Stifel U.S. Para Alpine Ski Team World Championships team,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, U.S. Ski & Snowboard President & CEO. “This is the first Para alpine World Championships we have had since the team has been reintegrated under U.S. Ski & Snowboard, and we couldn’t be more proud of these athletes and to see what they will accomplish on one of the biggest stages.”  

“We have made a lot of progress this year after our first season with Para alpine under our umbrella,” said Anouk Patty, U.S. Ski & Snowboard Chief of Sport. “These athletes have been working incredibly hard on and off the snow and have had great success already this season. I am confident they will continue to build and show the world what they can do.”

2025 FIS Para Alpine World Ski Championships Team

(Hometown; Club; College; Birthdate)
* denotes first World Championships team

Women

• Audrey Crowley (Grafton, WI; Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; 3/1/2007)*
• Allie Johnson (Chicago, IL; National Sports Center for the Disabled; Colorado State University; 12/23/1994)
• Saylor O’Brien (Woodland, UT; National Ability Center; 4/28/2003)
• Kelsey O’Driscol (Glens Falls, NY; National Sports Center for the Disabled; SUNY Adirondack; 1/24/1994)*
• Laurie Stephens (Wenham, MA; University of New Hampshire; 3/5/1984)

Men

• Matthew Brewer (Huntington Beach, CA; National Ability Center; Saddleback Community College; 5/8/1975)
• Noah Bury (Salt Lake City, UT; National Sports Center for the Disabled; Weber State University; 1/18/2003)*
• Ravi Drugan (Eugene, OR; Oregon Adaptive Sports; 12/19/1989)
• Robert Enigl (Kaukauna, WI; National Sports Center for the Disabled/National Ability Center; Fox Valley Tech; 12/16/1983)*
• Patrick Halgren (Tolland, CT; National Sports Center for the Disabled; 6/24/1992)
• Andrew Haraghey (Enfield, CT; National Ability Center; Westminster University; 12/16/1995)
• Jesse Keefe (Sun Valley, ID; Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation; University of Colorado Colorado Springs; 3/26/2004)
• Andrew Kurka (Palmer, AK; Alyeska Ski Club; 1/27/1992)
• Tyler McKenzie (Leominster, MA; National Ability Center; Bates College; 8/20/1991)*
• Zach Williams (Madera, CA; National Ability Center; John Brown University/California State University Dominquez Hills; 7/26/1979)*
• Spencer Wood (Pittsfield, VT; Killington Mountain School; University of Colorado Boulder; 1/17/1997)

2025 FIS PARA ALPINE WORLD SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS Live Coverage 

All times ET
Subject to change.

Saturday, Feb. 8
4:00 a.m. - women’s giant slalom run 1 - FIS TV
7:00 a.m. - women’s giant slalom run 2 - FIS TV

Sunday, Feb. 9
4:00 a.m. - men’s giant slalom run 1 - FIS TV
7:00 a.m. - men’s giant slalom run 2 - FIS TV

Monday, Feb. 10
4:00 a.m. - men’s slalom run 1 - FIS TV
7:00 a.m. - men’s slalom run 2 - FIS TV

Tuesday, Feb. 11
4:00 a.m. - women’s slalom run 1 - FIS TV
7:00 a.m. - women’s slalom run 2 - FIS TV

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Ryan Odeja - Stifel U.S. Para Alpine Ski Team Press Officer
[email protected] 
 

U.S. Ski & Snowboard and Ski Austria, two of the world’s most renowned and successful national ski and snowboard associations, announced a partnership around sports, marketing and commercial opportunities designed to leverage the unique expertise and resources of both organizations to achieve shared goals. It is U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s first commercial partnership with another country’s national ski and snowboard organization. 

The sport-specific aspect includes expanded training opportunities, as well as reciprocal access to world class training facilities for both elite and development-level athletes in Austria and the United States. The collaboration also focuses on sharing expertise, including the exchange of best practices in coaching, athlete development, sport science and performance optimization, as both organizations look to further innovate around sports performance.

From a commercial perspective, both organizations recognize the importance of leveraging their assets to maximize reach and revenue while delivering more value to their partners. Key areas include developing joint marketing initiatives to create shared opportunities for sponsors and media partners, as well as collaborating across social media, streaming platforms and other digital assets to engage a broader global audience, as well as co-creation of potential new events and experiences for athletes and fans.

“We are thrilled to embark on this deeper collaboration with the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team,” said Ski Austria CEO Christian Scherer. “By combining our strengths and expertise, we are confident in our ability to create a significant impact, delivering value not only to our athletes but also to our fans and business partners. This partnership reflects our shared ambition to drive innovation and inspire the next generation of skiers and snowboarders worldwide.”

“We are pleased to expand our relationship with Ski Austria,” said U.S. Ski & Snowboard President and CEO Sophie Goldschmidt. “Their expertise and excellence are evident, and we know this partnership will improve us both on and off the snow. We share a vision and ambition for the future of snow sports, and I can’t wait to see how we can make improvements together for our stakeholders and fans.”

This strategic partnership marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the relationship between Ski Austria and U.S. Ski & Snowboard. With both organizations’ impressive roster of elite athletes and continuing to host important international competitions, the partnership demonstrates both countries’ commitment to innovation and will further strengthen both organizations’ global presence.

*Release courtesy of Davos Klosters

U.S. Ski & Snowboard is proud to join global leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where we can share our passion for winter sports and the natural beauty of the Swiss alpine.

"As the global community gathers in Davos for the World Economic Forum, we are thrilled to bring U.S. Ski & Snowboard to this extraordinary setting,” said U.S. Ski & Snowboard President & CEO Sophie Goldschmidt. “By taking conversations from boardrooms to the slopes, we’re not only celebrating the beauty of the Swiss Alps but also inspiring fresh perspectives on how we can address global challenges together."

The ski resort Davos Klosters Mountains as a key partner is delighted to provide its facilities, slopes and full support for this extraordinary event. The collaboration has been made possible thanks to the sponsorship and support of Stifel U.S. Ski Team athlete and Olympic medalist Ryan Cochran-Siegle. Breaking new ground, it is the first time that meetings are held on the slopes rather than in traditional meeting rooms, giving attendees the chance to experience the breathtaking alpine landscape, the 253 kilometers of slopes and the gastronomy of Davos Klosters in an entirely new way.

Davos Klosters Mountains is renowned as one of the world's premier skiing destinations, member of Top of the Alps, offering exceptional slopes across five mountains, spectacular alpine scenery and top-tier facilities. In addition to hosting the WEF, Davos Klosters boasts a rich history in alpine skiing, the iconic Parsenn ski area and vibrant après-ski culture.

"We are proud that our ski areas will serve as the base for this special event, allowing us to present our wonderful ski region to a global audience during the WEF," said Vidal Schertenleib, CEO of Davos Klosters Mountains.

Park City, UT (Jan. 16, 2025) - In partnership with Steamboat Ski Resort and the International Ski & Snowboard Federation (FIS), U.S. Ski & Snowboard announces that the FIS Para Snowboard World Cup is coming back to the U.S. for the first time since 2017 for a set of snowboard cross races in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Feb. 25-27. Along with the two World Cup races, the event will feature three NorAm Cup races and the U.S. Para Snowboard Championships. 

"We’re thrilled to welcome the FIS Para Snowboard World Cup back to the United States for the first time in nearly a decade,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, President & CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “Hosting this event at Steamboat Ski Resort not only highlights the incredible talent of our Para snowboard athletes but also underscores our commitment to growing the sport and creating more opportunities for fans to experience the excitement of World Cup competition on home snow.”

“Steamboat has a long history of supporting world class athletes and competitions, so it’s only fitting to have the Para Snowboard World Cup’s return to the states be in Steamboat,” said Dave Hunter, president and CEO of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation. “The way this community rallies around athletes, I know the competitors will feel how magical it is to compete in Steamboat. We can’t wait to celebrate all the athletes, especially the US competitors and Noah Elliott who has long ties with Steamboat.” 

Due to World Cup cancelations earlier in the season in Europe, an additional stop was needed to fill the snowboard cross schedule. This is the first time that many U.S. athletes will have the opportunity to race on the World Cup level in the United States.

“This will be my first time competing in a World Cup on home snow, and I am beyond thrilled. I will be able to have family in attendance who have never had the chance to see me compete,” said two-time Paralympic medalist and 2024 overall Crystal Globe winner Noah Elliott. “Steamboat truly holds a special place in my heart. It was the first place I ever visited in Colorado, my first time laying eyes on mountains, and my first time ever on a snowboard. I see no better fit for a venue to bring the first FIS Para Snowboard World Cup back home since 2017.”

The Para Snowboard World Cup at Steamboat demonstrates U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s commitment to grow the visibility of its athletes and sports through increasing domestic competition opportunities. By showcasing elite World Cup competition on home snow, U.S. Ski & Snowboard hopes to inspire future generations of Para snowboarding athletes.

The Toyota U.S. Para Snowboard Team is the best in the world, winning both Nations Cups last season along with six individual Crystal Globes. The 2024-25 season has already been a success for the U.S., recording four World Cup podiums at the first stop in Landgraaf, Netherlands. The team will take on their first snowboard cross events of the season this weekend in Pyhä, Finland, Feb. 18-19. 

SCHEDULE
Feb. 25 // World Cup, NorAm
Feb. 26 // World Cup, NorAm
Feb. 27 // NorAm, U.S. Championships

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About U.S. Ski & Snowboard

U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body of ski and snowboard sports in the USA, based in Park City, Utah. Started in 1905, the organization now represents nearly 240 elite skiers and snowboarders competing on 10 teams: alpine, cross country, freestyle moguls, freestyle aerials, snowboard, freeski, nordic combined, ski jumping, Para alpine and Para snowboard. In addition to the elite teams, U.S. Ski & Snowboard also provides leadership and direction for tens of thousands of young skiers and snowboarders across the USA, encouraging and supporting them in achieving excellence. By empowering national teams, clubs, coaches, parents, officials, volunteers and fans, U.S. Ski & Snowboard is committed to the progression of its sports, athlete success and the value of team. For more information, visit www.usskiandsnowboard.org 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Loryn Duke - Steamboat Ski Resort, Director of Communications, [email protected] 
Ryan Odeja - Toyota U.S. Para Snowboard Team Press Officer, [email protected] 

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BEAVER CREEK, CO (Dec. 16, 2024) – CNBC, TOGETHXR and the Stifel U.S. Ski Team partnered to celebrate a historic moment in women's skiing: the inaugural women’s Stifel Birds of Prey race, Dec. 13-15. The event marked the first time women competed on the iconic Birds of Prey downhill, traditionally a men’s World Cup circuit race for the past 27 years.

This groundbreaking occasion brought together the Stifel U.S. Ski Team’s HERoic program, media company TOGETHXR and CNBC’s Senior Media & Technology Correspondent and author of “When Women Lead,” Julia Boorstin, who leads the CNBC Changemakers list. CNBC Changemakers recognizes female leaders who are impacting society, challenging established business practices and driving industry-wide change. TOGETHXR is the fastest growing and most comprehensive platform devoted to women’s sports. The HERoic program, spearheaded by U.S. Ski & Snowboard, is a movement aimed at empowering women in skiing and snowboarding by fostering leadership, inclusivity and opportunity within the sport.

The weekend’s events explored the intersection of women’s leadership in business and sport. CNBC’s Julia Boorstin moderated the event, joined by Olympic champion alpine skier Picabo Street and Olympic champion freestyle skier Hannah Kearney, alongside a distinguished group of top media, music, sports, tech and finance executives from the Lioness Network, a curated community of women executives brought together by LionTree. These leaders engaged in meaningful discussions about advancing opportunities for women and breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated spaces. The discussions aligned with the mission of CNBC Changemakers, TOGETHXR and the HERoic initiative: to inspire the next generation of women leaders and athletes.

"The inaugural women’s Stifel Birds of Prey is a historic moment for our sport, and we’re thrilled to have CNBC, TOGETHXR and LionTree as partners in celebrating this milestone,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “Collectively, we’re breaking barriers and creating more opportunities for women in sports and in business, inspiring the next generation to chase their dreams."

“We’re excited to partner with U.S. Ski & Snowboard and LionTree for such a significant weekend for women ski racers,” said KC Sullivan, President of CNBC. “As part of our focus at CNBC, we look to share accomplishments of women who lead in business and in sports. This weekend and this partnership perfectly showcased these efforts.” 

"The goal for all of women's sports on and off the field of play has to be to continue to expand the scope of awareness and investment, and the only way to do that is to proactively tell the stories and the opportunity to a larger audience who is looking to both invest and understand the global opportunities," said Betsy Morgan, operating partner and investor of TOGETHXR. "This weekend was the next logical step in expanding the funnel of opportunity through sharing information, and presenting a solid road ahead. Thanks to all who helped bring this together and we are looking forward to more positive growth and engagement going into 2025 and beyond."

“At Cloudflare, we believe that breaking barriers, whether in technology, business, or sport, drives progress,” said Stephanie Cohen, Chief Strategy Officer at Cloudflare, who attended the event. “The inaugural women’s Stifel Birds of Prey race is a groundbreaking moment that showcases the power of excellence. We are proud to stand alongside such incredible athletes and leaders, championing a future where women are empowered to lead and succeed in every arena.”

This collaboration underscores the shared commitment of CNBC, TOGETHXR, the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and LionTree to advancing women’s leadership and visibility in both business and sports, setting the stage for continued innovation and progress in the years to come.

Park City, UT - (Dec. 12, 2024) – U.S. Ski & Snowboard, Stifel and NBC Sports formally announce the return of the Stifel Snow Show, premiering on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 2:30 p.m. ET on CNBC. Airing weekly through the end of the 2024-25 World Cup season, the second season of the Stifel Snow Show will take fans deeper into competitive skiing and snowboarding, sharing athlete stories that go far beyond the snow.

This season focuses on the journeys of some of the world’s best winter athletes, offering a “beyond the bib” perspective. Each episode will feature one of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team’s top athletes, including Mikaela Shiffrin, two-time Olympic gold medalist and the winningest alpine skier of all time, Olympic gold medalists Alex Hall and Jessie Diggins and some of the sports’ legends, like Picabo Street, Jonny Moseley and more. 

The Stifel Snow Show continues to bring fans unparalleled access to every sport on the FIS World Cup circuit, including alpine skiing, snowboarding, freeskiing, cross country and more. Hosted by NBC Sports’ Ahmed Fareed and Cara Banks, the show blends in-depth analysis, recaps of the week’s action and interviews with athletes and experts.

“We are excited to bring season two of the Stifel Snow Show back,” said Sophie Goldschmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “This season, we’re more focused on further elevating the profile of skiing and snowboarding in the U.S. and showcasing our amazing athlete stories on a bigger scale. We’re grateful to be able to do this with our long-time partners NBC and Stifel, and know that by working together, we’re continuing to elevate our sports and athletes to the masses.”

“With the Milan Cortina Olympics just a little more than a year away, we’re excited to partner with the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team to present a second season of the Stifel Snow Show,” said Joe Gesue, Senior Vice President, NBC Olympics & Paralympics, Programming & Executive Editor. “Viewers will be able to follow the rich stories and thrilling achievements of these incredible athletes on a weekly basis as they continue their journey toward the Olympic Games.”

The Stifel Snow Show premieres on CNBC on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 2:30 p.m. ET. Episodes will be released weekly on Saturdays through March 29. They will be available across multiple platforms, including Peacock, NBC Sports’ YouTube and U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s YouTube channels. 

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NBC Sports’ Stifel Snow Show 2024-25 Schedule on CNBC

U.S. Ski & Snowboard
U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body of ski and snowboard sports in the USA, based in Park City, Utah. Started in 1905, the organization now represents nearly 240 elite skiers and snowboarders competing on 10 teams: alpine, cross country, freestyle moguls, freestyle aerials, snowboard, freeski, nordic combined, ski jumping, Para alpine and Para snowboard. In addition to the elite teams, U.S. Ski & Snowboard also provides leadership and direction for tens of thousands of young skiers and snowboarders across the USA, encouraging and supporting them in achieving excellence. By empowering national teams, clubs, coaches, parents, officials, volunteers and fans, U.S. Ski & Snowboard is committed to the progression of its sports, athlete success and the value of team. For more information, visit www.usskiandsnowboard.org 

About NBC Sports
NBC Sports connects sports fans to the moments that matter most with premier live events, insightful studio shows, and compelling original programming. As the sports division of NBCUniversal, NBC Sports produces, programs, and promotes premier content across numerous linear and digital platforms, including NBC and Peacock. NBC Sports possesses an unparalleled collection of media rights agreements, partnering and presenting many of the most prestigious sports properties in the world: the International Olympic Committee, International Paralympic Committee, United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, the NFL, NBA, WNBA, Big Ten Conference, Notre Dame, NASCAR, PGA TOUR, USGA, PGA of America, The R&A, Churchill Downs, Premier League, and many more. It is renowned for making big events bigger and has produced some of the most-watched sporting events in U.S. media history, including Olympic Games, Super Bowls, and Sunday Night Football, primetime television’s No. 1 show for 13 consecutive years.

About Stifel Financial Corp.
Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) is a financial services holding company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, that conducts its banking, securities, and financial services business through several wholly owned subsidiaries. Stifel’s broker-dealer clients are served in the United States through Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, including its Eaton Partners and Miller Buckfire business divisions; Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc.; and Stifel Independent Advisors, LLC; and in the United Kingdom and Europe through Stifel Nicolaus Europe Limited. The Company’s broker-dealer affiliates provide securities brokerage, investment banking, trading, investment advisory, and related financial services to individual investors, professional money managers, businesses, and municipalities. Stifel Bank and Stifel Bank & Trust offer a full range of consumer and commercial lending solutions. Stifel Trust Company, N.A. and Stifel Trust Company Delaware, N.A. offer trust and related services. To learn more about Stifel, please visit the Company’s website at www.stifel.com.

Park City, Utah (Dec. 6, 2024) — U.S. Ski & Snowboard is proud to announce President and CEO Sophie Goldschmidt has been named to Sports Business Journal’s (SBJ) 2024 Power Players in Women’s Sports, an honor recognizing individuals driving significant progress and innovation in women’s sports. 

This recognition comes as women’s sports reach new heights, with projected revenues surpassing $1 billion in 2024 and groundbreaking milestones across leagues, teams and individual athletes. In her three years at the helm of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, Goldschmidt’s leadership has cemented U.S. Ski & Snowboard as one of the many leaders in advancing gender equity in sports, particularly through the launch of the HERoic initiative in 2022, an initiative focused on empowering women in skiing and snowboarding.

Under Goldschmidt’s direction, HERoic has already had a significant increase in women coaches at the elite level, addressing the imbalance of only 1 in 4 coaches in the sport. Alongside the success at the coaching level, U.S. Ski & Snowboard reflects this commitment, with 67% of its executive team comprised of women.

Goldschmidt’s extensive experience and accolades underscore her transformative impact on the sports industry. She has held executive roles at globally renowned organizations, including the World Surf League, National Basketball Association, Women’s Tennis Association, Rugby Football Union, PGA European Tour and Adidas. Throughout her career, she has been at the forefront of global sports, media and entertainment industries.

Her achievements have been widely recognized, with honors including one of Forbes’ Most Powerful Women in Sport, AdWeek’s Most Powerful Women in Sport, Sports Business Journal’s Forty Under Forty, Sport360’s Most Powerful Woman in Sport and Marketing Week’s Vision Award.

“It’s an honor to be included in Sports Business Journal’s Power Players in Women’s Sports alongside so many trailblazers pushing boundaries and creating opportunities,” said Goldschmidt. “At U.S. Ski & Snowboard, we are committed to empowering women at every level of our sport. HERoic is a testament to what’s possible when we prioritize equity and inclusion.”

Goldschmidt’s vision and commitment to empowering women in sports continue to set the tone at the organization and within the industry as women's sports continue to thrive at all levels.