From a snowy, soft-snow start to “blue blazer perfection” on the final day, athletes from across Western Canada converged at Sun Peaks Resort for four days of high-calibre ski racing at the FIS BC Cup.
The formidable Sun Peaks Alpine Club once again delivered excellent race organization, hosting over 200 high-performance ski racers for two giant slalom (GS) and two slalom (SL) events. Conditions shifted throughout the weekend, rewarding resilience and adaptability from all competitors.
In the women’s GS races, Hannah Jensen topped the podium in the first confirmed event, followed by Lola Gilbert in second and Elena Deda in third—showcasing strong depth in the field. Jensen’s performance, Gilbert’s consistency, and Deda’s podium presence highlighted the strength of female competitors at this level.
On the men’s side, athletes also delivered impressive performances, Baptiste Cais showing strong mid-season form with a first day win and finishing second on the second race, behind David Zoivot, of the Windermere Valley Ski Club. (Full, detailed results are available at the button link below.)
In the slalom races, Jensen dominated, winning both races, while Gabby Wall of the University of Calgary Dinos and Noeimie Brooks of Banff Alpine Racers both finished 2nd and 3rd respectively in the two slalom races.
Photos by Maria Davis
BC Alpine extends its thanks to the event officials and volunteers who ensured a smoothly run competition. Chief of Race Jeff Robinson led the organizing team, supported by Race Chair Wade Rettie, Technical Delegate Lisa Ferguson, Race Administrator Sara Thompson, Chief of Course Derek Ottem, and Chief of Gates Kelly Dye.