June 2025 Team Update - snowbirdsportseducationfoundation

Happy Summer SBSEF,

The long days of summer are sweet. I think about how great it would be if we had this much daylight in the winter, and what we could do with all that extra time. Six hours of daylight after school!? In the meantime, I hope everyone lets the sun recharge winter batteries while burning ATP on other sports and activities. The best athletes are happy and well-rounded.

Our registration for the 2025-26 season is complete, and once again, we have a full team. Welcome back to our many returning athletes, and welcome aboard to our new teammates! The new TeamSnap groups are being established, and you can expect to start seeing communication in your specific group through that app, which is the primary means for daily communication and scheduling. The Program Directors and Head Coaches are sharpening their pencils on plans for the coming season… as quickly as one season ends, another begins.

We have Alpine and Snowboard groups currently training at Mt. Hood this week. The Alpine FIS & U16 Team has also begun conditioning here on the home front. Freeride U19s will start in July.

Construction continues at Snowbird this summer with a focus on finishing the new restaurant and more snowmaking improvements. All of these developments bode well for SBSEF programs and training venues.

It is always exciting to begin a new season; the anticipation builds from here.

Dream Big. Work Hard.

Bridger Call

SBSEF Executive Director

Join us in welcoming our new Board members: Jason Webster, Bonnie Fry Rothman and Ben Anderson!

Rotating off the board and onto the Emeritus Board: Ellen Tolstad, Jeff Mikell, and Scott Martin. Thank you for your many years of service and leadership!

CLICK HERE to view the entire Board of Directors and their new roles!

Alpine Update

The snow is great at Mt Hood this week!

Training sessions for U16s and FIS athletes will be added to TeamSnap soon — check your availability and get ready to work hard with Ali and Kevin this summer!

#nextseasonstartsnow

Alpine Fall Camp in Italy

We are excited to announce our pre-season preparation camp, located in Stelvio, Italy. This camp is designed to offer athletes an early-season snow training opportunity on moderate terrain, focusing on technical development for the 25-26 season. Athletes will engage in ten days of training on suitable snow conditions, fostering skill enhancement and progress. The camp facilitates interaction and knowledge exchange among aspiring athletes while creating a collaborative environment. Additionally, athletes will have the opportunity to observe and learn from high-level European FIS athletes. This experience in Stelvio aims to develop physical skills and inspire athletes for the upcoming season.

Camp Dates: September 23rd, 2025, to October 7th, 2025

What to Expect:

Training: 10 days on snow in both SL and GS. Drills, constraint-based training, and training among our European peers
Off-Slope Activities: Beyond the slopes, enjoy opportunities for hiking, exploring the charming local area, and experiencing authentic Italian culture.
Culture: We’ll be staying at the base of the Stelvio Pass but will have the opportunity to explore Bormio on our days off, as well as historic sites in the area.

Who Can Attend: FIS, U16, U14, U12 (with parents)

Travel: Please book yourself on Delta Flight DL220 (SLC-CDG) DL8311 (CDG – MXP) on September 23rd, departing SLC at 3:35 pm, arriving in Milan at 1:55 pm

Returning October 7th on Delta Flight DL8294 (MXP-CDG) and DL221 (CDG-SLC). Departing Milan at 6:50 a,m landing in Salt Lake City at 1:45 pm

Cost: $2,762, excludes flights

Registration: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/486390

Freeride Update

As team registration wraps up this week, we are busy planning for a productive winter season and gearing up for summer training. I thoroughly enjoy this time of year. It’s always fun to explore different areas of our backyard while recharging and preparing for the season on foot or wheels.

Now is the time that athletes should be focusing on building a strong aerobic base that will lay the foundation for more focused dryland training throughout the summer and fall. Hiking, mountain biking, or trail running several times each week are all great ways to begin building an aerobic base. It’s never too early to start preparing for the season. What each athlete chooses to do throughout the summer and fall can have a dramatic impact on performance and risk of injury during the winter season.

We have several weekend team hikes planned throughout the summer and fall for both the U12/U15 and U19 groups. Check TeamSnap for the schedule for each group. Team hikes are open to all registered athletes, and parents are welcome to participate.

Strength and conditioning for U19 athletes will begin the second week of July. For athletes who have scheduling conflicts or live a significant distance from the gym, we will have a basic workout plan available that can be completed at a home gym or fitness center.

Our summer Woodward program begins on July 9th and continues through August 27th. Summer Woodward training will focus on developing balance and stance on online skates, as well as body awareness and control on trampolines.

Happy summer!

Davin Grapentine
SBSEF Freeride Director

Sponsorships

Want to support SBSEF with your business? Now is the time to get your name on our team jackets, banners on the race hill and more. We couldn’t do it without our amazing sponsors.

July 1st marks the beginning of a new fiscal year for SBSEF, and this is a great time to get involved if you are interested in becoming a team sponsor/partner. SBSEF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so all contributions are tax-deductible. We also have the ability to accept stock donations to the team, which can provide additional tax benefits.

Please reach out to Amanda Apple (development@SBSEF.com) or Bridger Call (ed@SBSEF.com) for more information about sponsoring the team.