The energy was high in Sun Peaks this past weekend as more than 100 coaches, club executives and general members came together for the annual BC Alpine Member Summit. Over three days, participants dove into meetings, workshops and conversations designed to spark ideas, share knowledge and build momentum for the season ahead.
Inspiring Conversations and Fresh Perspectives
Guest speakers set the tone, offering insights that challenged and inspired. Coaches and members left feeling equipped and energized as they look toward kickstarting the 2025–26 ski season with optimism and fresh strategies.
Celebrating Excellence at The Goldies
The weekend wouldn’t be complete without the annual awards banquet, affectionately known as The Goldies. It was a night of heartfelt cheers, laughter, and even a few tears as athletes, coaches, volunteers and officials were recognized for their incredible contributions.
One of the evening’s most poignant moments came when legendary skier Nancy Greene Raine accepted the Long Term President’s Award on behalf of her late husband, Al Raine, who passed away earlier this year. The room filled with warmth and respect as the community honoured Al’s lasting impact. Congratulations to all the winners! (see below for the full listing)
Photo Gallery!
Photos by Gordie Bowles.
2025 Goldie Award Winners!
Award
Recipient
Club
Dave Murray Bursary $750.00
Katie Lo
Smithers Ski & Snowboard Club
Dave Murray Bursary $750.00
Logan Bailey
Mount Seymour Ski Club
Bob Parsons Bursary – $1,000
Kevin Hill
Grouse Tyee/Vancouver Ski Team
Bob Parsons Bursary – $1,000
Martin Winnett
Mt. Washington Ski Club
Ski Canada Bursary $500.00
Maggie Cormack
Whistler Mountain Ski Club
Cary Mullen Sportsmanship Award
Thea Lutz
Whistler Mountain Ski Club
Cary Mullen Sportsmanship Award
Bodie Ottem
Sun Peaks Alpine Club
Learn to Train Coach of the Year
Ferdinand Gros
Cypress Ski Club
U16 Coach of the Year
Ryan Jazic
Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club
FIS Coach of the Year
Dusan Grasic
Windermere Valley Ski Club
Head Coach of the Year
Andrea Adorno
Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club
Hustler of the Year
Rodger Poole
Vernon Ski Club
Team of the Year
Grouse Mountain Tyee U16 Team
Coast Zone Volunteer/Official of the Year
Jennifer & Rob Young
Mount Seymour Ski Club
Kootenay Zone Volunteer/Official of the Year
Katie Comb
Windermere Valley Ski Club
North Zone Volunteer/Official of the Year
Sean Seabourne
Lightning Creek Ski Club
Okanagan Zone Volunteer/ Official of the Year
Greg Tymchyna
Sun Peaks Alpine Club
Moira Jaatteenmaki Officials’ Award
Matt Sear
Smithers Ski & Snowboard Club
Volunteer of the Year
Lauren & Gordie Carr
Vernon Ski Club
Event of the Year
Teck U14 Provincials
Smithers Ski & Snowboard Club
Club Development of the Year
Cypress Ski Club
Mountain Resort of the Year
Sun Peaks Resort
Long Term President’s Award
Al Raine
A Perfect Setting at Sun Peaks
Hosted at the stunning Sun Peaks Grand Hotel and Conference Centre, the venue offered the perfect backdrop for collaboration while keeping members comfortable, well fed and ready to engage. “It was an incredible celebration of a great season and setting up next season,” said BC Alpine VP, Johnny Crichton.
The dinner and presentations closed out a productive and memorable gathering that included coach meetings, member sessions and the official BC Alpine AGM. With 26 clubs represented, the Summit once again reinforced the strength of the BC Alpine community—coming together to celebrate the past and plan for the future.
The BC Alpine Summit meetings aim to educate, inform and inspire members from across the province. Below is a quick rundown of what to expect. The full agenda and timing will be published by September 15th and added to this page.
Friday: 12 noon to 5:00 pm // Saturday – 8:30 am to 12 noon
Key Topics: Design and implementation of Yearly training plans (YTP). Practical ways to switch from event driven planning to development driven planning.
Technical update from the BC Ski Team and head coach Morgan Pridy
Review the Quotas, Rules and Selection (QRS), ACA rules and the calendar for the coming seasons.
Coach education updates and plans.
Random start order data analyses and review.
Development & Planning – Dr. Rob Reid, Director of Sport Science Norwegian Ski Federation will discuss how to manage development and planning, grounded in a clear philosophy.
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Sandy Holliday on September 6th, after facing cancer with strength and grace.
Sandy was a beloved member of the alpine ski racing community, dedicating countless years to the sport with passion and commitment. Her journey began in the 1980s when her sons Cody and Brady joined the Nancy Greene Ski League at SilverStar Mountain Resort. From those early days, Sandy became a cornerstone of the Vernon Ski Club, taking on increasing responsibilities as her sons progressed in their racing careers.
Her contributions as a Race Administrator were instrumental in the success of many high-profile events, including the World Cup in Whistler (2008), Apex Downhills throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, and the Canada Winter Games in 2015. One of the most notable highlights of her volunteer career was her role as Alpine Race Administrator for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Whistler.
Sandy was known for her unwavering dedication and reliability. Whether the event was large or small, she could always be counted on to step up and lend her expertise and support. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of working with her, and by the entire ski racing community.
BC Alpine sends heartfelt condolences to Bruce and the entire Holliday family during this difficult time.
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Leslie Clarke, a cherished member of the BC Alpine community. Leslie passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Leslie served as BC Alpine Program Director in 2010 and 2011. She made a lasting impact on the development of alpine ski racing in British Columbia. Her leadership, dedication, and passion for the sport inspired athletes, coaches, and colleagues alike.
Leslie’s legacy lives on in the many lives she touched throughout her career in sport. She will be remembered not only for her professional contributions but also for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering support of the ski racing community.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to Leslie’s family and friends. For those wishing to read more or share condolences, please visit the official obituary.
The B.C. Ski Team spent a month in Fernie this summer laying the groundwork for the upcoming season, focusing on a range of vital skills during an intense four-week training block. The athletes put in the blood, sweat and tears to ensure a strong start to the preparation phase.
Morgan Pridy, BC Ski Team head coach, sent in this informative report. See the full report below photo gallery.
BCST – FERNIE JULY 2025 (Photos by Roger Carry)
(left to right) Dillon Prophet, Alexa Brownlie, Hannah Jensen, Lola Gilbert, Tylee Carr, Jasmine Coubrough, Dylan Stevens, Dreas Gibbons, Baptiste Cais, Eric Schwenck, Morgan Pridy
Fernie Dryland: June 23 – July 23
The main reasons for this camp—apart from the fitness component—were to run a long and centralized session before getting on snow with our teams, focusing on:
Providing an entry point for new athletes into the BCST environment
Learning how the team, teammates, and new staff operate
Aligning and collaborating on big- and small-picture values and expectations
Mirroring the physical, mental, and scheduling stresses of on-snow camps in a lower-stakes environment
Allowing time for goal setting, individual performance planning, and other onboarding needs
The camp began with several days of fitness testing—a barrage of physical challenges ranging from classic field tests to isometric and velocity-based strength testing. It was an intense first four days, but it gave us valuable insight into each athlete’s strengths, gaps, and current level of development.
We also introduced what we call “performance coaching 101,” as one of our objectives is to normalize talking to a third party. The goal is that, when or if athletes need support, the idea of a performance coach or sport psychologist won’t feel foreign.
Following the testing and introductory sessions to the month’s programming, we settled into a relatively predictable schedule. Athletes knew what work was coming, could prepare properly, and got into a steady rhythm. Each week, we kept one session a mystery—it’s hard, around an hour, and they only get a clue about what type of shoes to bring.
Throughout the month, we emphasized gameplay and made an effort to play as many sports as possible, considering our team size. Beach volleyball and pickleball were likely the favourites this year. For most games, teams stayed in the same pairs, and we tallied wins and losses to crown the all-sports champions of the camp. This year’s teams included Tylee/Dreas, Dylan/Jasmine, Baptiste/Lola, the Coaches, and Hannah/Dillon (with Hannah somewhat limited as she recovers from shoulder surgery).
The month ended with “Games Day Finals,” a full day dedicated to sport and the deciding round for this year’s champions—culminating, as usual, with nine holes of best-ball golf.
Highlights from the camp:
Activity Day
This year’s challenge took place on Heiko’s Trail, with bike transit to and from trailheads.
Women’s team started from the western trailhead; men’s team from the eastern side.
Two aid stations (trucks in the bush) served as transition zones for bike-to-hike gear swaps.
The route included: 27 km alpine hike and 33 km of biking
The women’s team encountered a major rainstorm and were nearly stranded due to a washed-out service road—but everyone made it out safely and with a great story.
The goal of activity day: equal parts preparation and testing athletes’ staying power.
Baptiste completed a custom ultra challenge:70 km with 2,250 vertical metres. Handled it “way too easily”
Games Day Finals
A highlight of camp—fun and competitive.
Great opportunity to observe improvement over the month.
Noticeable gains in both individual performance and team cohesion.
Final Conditioning Session
Camp wrapped with an early morning field workout before travel day.
Athletes pushed hard, knowing it was their final challenge.
Coaches joined the session—usually outpaced by the athletes, who then helped motivate them to the finish.
Personal Highlight
Witnessing each athlete’s growth throughout the month was a standout.
Rookies, in particular, showed noticeable gains in:
