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: Junior Development
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[…]
How do I get information about each day’s training agenda with TeamReach?
The head coaches of each program are responsible for posting and updating training schedules to each program’s respective TeamReach group.
The temperature is below zero. Will there be training today?
With appropriate clothing, kids can ski and train in below zero weather. Sometimes, however, the start of training will be delayed in order to allow the temperature to rise a bit. In all cases, coaches will bring kids into the lodge for warm-ups as necessary. As always, check the TeamReach app for the latest updates[…]
What are “points”?
U.S. Ski & Snowboard points – like a golf handicap – are a measure of relative performance over time. The better one’s performance in ski races, the lower one’s points. Low points translate into preferred start numbers and improved chances to be selected for elite competitions and regional and national championships.
How can I stay informed about what’s happening with the team?
Subscribe to our email newsletter. Share photos and informal information on the team’s Facebook page. Check the events calendar frequently. Download and install the TeamReach mobile app for up-to-the-minute training information.