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Future Stars Shine at Girls Fast Forward and B.C. Boys Camp at Sun Peaks

by BCAadmin | May 1, 2026 | BC-BC, Girls Fast Forward, Member News

The season wrapped up in style at Sun Peaks Resort as the Girls Fast Forward (GFF) and inaugural B.C. Boys Camp (BCBC) brought athletes together for three high-energy days of skiing, learning, and connection from April 13–15.

Athletes were treated to excellent spring conditions, with sunshine, snowfall, and crisp temperatures throughout the camp. Salt was only required on one day, while training lanes on OSV, Chute, and the Rollers provided ideal terrain for a packed on-snow schedule.

Girls Fast Forward: Next Gen Rising

The Girls Fast Forward camp welcomed 46 skiers and featured an all-star coaching staff led by Sam Fournier, Cassidy Gray, Kiki Alexander, Britt Richardson, Amelia Smart, Eleri Smart, Sam Mulligan, and strength and conditioning coach Elias Jonsson.

Across three days, athletes trained giant slalom, slalom, speed fundamentals, and dual slalom, while many younger skiers were introduced to speed events in a safe and fun environment — one of the major highlights of the camp.

Off the hill, participants took part in athlete pathway roundtables, video analysis sessions focused on super-G, GS, and SL, fitness circuits, silly warm-ups, and a retro-themed dual slalom day that brought plenty of energy and laughs.

A standout theme throughout the camp was the connection between coaches and athletes, with CAST racers and guest coaches fully engaged in mentoring the next generation. Campers benefited from constant feedback, strong communication, and the opportunity to build lasting friendships within the GFF community.

BCBC: A Strong Debut

The first-ever B.C. Boys Camp brought together 11 U16 athletes from across the province for three productive days of training and mentorship.

The camp featured an elite coaching group of Broderick Thompson, Sam Mulligan, and Elias Jonsson. Athletes trained giant slalom and speed fundamentals before closing out camp with a Denim Day slalom and dual event.

Beyond the skiing, campers took part in video technical analysis, fitness sessions, and athlete pathway discussions. Thompson shared insights from the highest levels of speed skiing, while Mulligan and Jonsson brought valuable perspectives from elite racing and coaching environments.

The successful launch of the B.C. Boys Camp marked an exciting new addition to spring development programming in British Columbia, closing the season on a strong note at Sun Peaks

World Cup Experience Fuels Launch of New BC-BC Program

by Gordie Bowles | Mar 19, 2026 | BC-BC, Member News

BC Alpine is excited to introduce BC Boys Camp (BC-BC), a new development initiative – supported by the Vancouver Ski Foundation – is focused on supporting and inspiring the next generation of boys ski racers in British Columbia.

Led by BC Ski Team alumni and former World Cup athletes Sam Mulligan and Broderick Thompson, the program kicks off with its inaugural camp at Sun Peaks next month (April 16–18). Sam and Broderick will be joined by Elias Jonsson, national team coach at the camp.

With a fresh name, new look, and plenty of energy behind it, BC-BC builds on the success of the Girls Fast Forward initiative. The goal is simple: bring together U16 male athletes from across the province to ski fast, learn more, and have fun doing it—all while building a clear pathway toward FIS and beyond.

“In our province, we’re incredibly fortunate to have world-class training environments, long winters, and great role models to learn from,” said Thompson. “For me, collaborating with teammates and learning from mentors like Mike Janyk, Robbie Dixon, Manny Osborne, Ben Thomsen, and the Pridy brothers helped shape my path. Programs like this create space for athletes to discover their own way—because there’s no single formula for success.”

Photo: Broderick Thompson (left), Sam Mulligan.

Mulligan sees BC-BC as a natural next step in athlete development.

“Building off the momentum of Girls Fast Forward, BC-BC is about getting athletes together to push themselves, learn from each other, and enjoy the process,” he said. “It’s also a great chance to get some quality spring skiing in and head into summer feeling motivated and focused.”

Camp Details

Dates: April 16–18 (3-day camp)
Location: Sun Peaks Resort, BC
Format: Three-day, development-focused ski camp
Eligibility: Open to all registered male BC ski racers (born 2010–2012)
Registration: CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

BC Alpine is also celebrating a milestone in participation across the province.

“We’re thrilled to now see balanced participation between girls and boys at the U16 and FIS levels,” said BC Alpine Vice President Johnny Crichton. “BC-BC is an important step in continuing that momentum—helping elevate athletes and support their development at every stage.”