As BSSEF has become active year-round, we’ve been compelled to push the Early Season pricing deadline earlier in the year for planning and cash flow purposes. However, we recognize that taking advantage of Early Season pricing might cause a cash crunch for some families. So, we offer installment payment options on a limited basis. Here’s[…]
FAQ Category: Buddy Werner
What are the U.S. Ski & Snowboard age classifications?
The age classifications for the 7/1/23 – 6/30/24 competition year are as follows:
Skiing is expensive! How can I get a break?
We feel your pain. We’re helped immensely by our sponsors, and we do our best to keep our overhead low in order to keep program prices in check. Nevertheless, program fees, equipment, and travel conspire to make skiing and ski racing expensive. To make it less so, take advantage of early season program pricing and[…]
When and where do the kids eat lunch?
The team typically eats lunch between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM. Timing can be a bit flexible, depending on conditions and the day’s training agenda. Coaches accompany the athletes, but athletes are responsible for getting their own lunches. Athletes will have lunch in the BSSEF Team Room.
How do I get information about competitions?
There are a number of resources related to Alpine and Freeride competitions: Start with the events calendar. We do our best to keep information on the event pages up-to-date, relevant, and complete. The definitive source of information for Northern Division Alpine races is the Northern Division website. The race calendar there includes links to race[…]
Do we have to attend all scheduled races or competitions?
No. Out-of-town races are time-consuming, expensive, and can distract from school and other commitments. You should not feel as if your athlete and family need to commit to every competition on the schedule. Even for highly engaged athletes, it’s possible to place too much emphasis on competitions. That said, competitions are an integral part of[…]
Who was Buddy Werner?
America’s first, world-class Alpine ski racer.
When and where do the kids meet to start the day?
The team’s meeting place is directly below the Summit Hotel clock tower. Athletes should be ready to go at 8:45 AM in order to board the lift promptly at 9:00 AM.
What is U.S. Ski & Snowboard?
U.S. Ski & Snowboard is the national governing body of Olympic skiing and snowboarding. It is the parent organization of the U.S. Ski Team. BSSEF is a member of the Northern Division, which, in turn, is part of the Western Region. The Alpine ski races in which our athletes participate are sanctioned by and organized under[…]
Does my child need a U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership in order to race?
All athletes who wish to compete in a U.S. Ski & Snowboard-sanctioned Alpine ski race must be an active member. At this time, Freeride competitions are organized by a different sanctioning body (IFSA).