Posts by Becky
Snowboard August Update
Not a ton happening with the snowboard crew quite yet, although we leave in a couple weeks for a unique training camp in an indoor facility in New Jersey. Big Snow American Dream will be hosting the Snowbird team, the US Para Snowboard team as well as several other teams from the East Coast. I…
Read MoreFreeride August Update
We’ve had record participation in our summer conditioning programs with approximately 15-20% of our U19s consistently attending strength training and similar numbers of U15s attending weekly hikes. It’s great to see so many athletes motivated to put in the work to prepare for a successful season. Strength training on Monday and Friday afternoons continues through…
Read MoreAlpine August Update
Summer Training & Strength and Conditioning Updates The U16 and FIS groups wrapped up a successful summer block focused on core competencies, strength under fatigue, and hypertrophy. We are now transitioning into a power-focused phase to leverage this strength foundation. Alpine athletes manage physical forces up to five times their body weight. A robust strength…
Read MoreAugust 2026 Team Update
As summer begins to wind down, and school lurks around the corner, there is a growing sense of excitement around SBSEF. While winter may still feel a long way off, our athletes and coaches are already putting in the work—building strength, developing good habits, setting goals, and preparing for the season ahead. Be sure to…
Read MoreJune 2026 Team Update
Dear SBSEF Athletes & Families, The season never really ends for our athletes and coaches; SBSEF has year-round training going on in different capacities. But it is time to officially kick off our 2026-27 season with registration. Each year, our community comes together around a shared passion for skiing, snowboarding, mountain adventure, and the pursuit of personal excellence. We…
Read MoreSnowboard April Update
Championship Update Junior Freeride Championships are a wrap! Out of six athletes on the big mountain snowboard team, four qualified for JFC’s this year. Julia P. was the star of the show, placing 5th in qualifiers and then moving up on finals day, finishing the event in 3rd place! Technically, taking home the only podium…
Read MoreSkimo April Update
Skimo programming has wrapped up for the season, and we’re taking a break from training to allow athletes to pursue their summer sports. We will be scheduling monthly peak bagging hikes/runs beginning in July and will begin regular strength training in preparation for the 26/27 season in the fall. The third season of our Skimo…
Read MoreFreeride April Update
Our Freeride teams concluded a successful season with the Junior Freeride Championships at Kicking Horse, British Columbia, earlier in the month. The top 45 girls and top 60 boys in each age group, equivalent to roughly 8% of the registered athletes in region 2, which includes all of North and South America, were invited to…
Read MoreAlpine April Update
SBSEF Summer Ski Camps: SBSEF is offering two summer ski camp opportunities designed to sharpen fundamentals and skill development. Mt. Hood, Oregon | June 22–29 Technical (GS and SL) on the iconic Palmer glacier with a lot of fun post skiing activities in and around Government Camp, OR. La Parva, Chile | July 19–27 Experience…
Read MoreApril 2026 Team Update
Greetings SBSEF Community, As another ski season winds down, it is time to celebrate the many achievements of our athletes and reflect on an incredible year of growth, dedication, and success. This season would not have been possible without the support of our resort partners, Snowbird and Alta, our generous sponsors and donors, and the…
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