BC Alpine announced five returning ski racers – and three new additions – to the BC Training Group, a major stepping stone towards BC Ski Team selection.
A total of five ski clubs from across the province are represented in the group – Whistler Mountain Ski Club, Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club, Fernie Alpine Ski Team, Vernon Ski Club and Windermere Valley Ski Club.
“It is awesome to see our women’s team increase coming into next season,” said Morgan Pridy, the BC Ski Team head coach. “We will be missing Alexa [Brownlie] in a leadership role but it will make for a great inter-team opportunity for the whole group to dial in and keep the ship running true and fast. And the men’s team is anchored by two solid veterans, and the addition of Dreas [Gibbons] will round out a very competitive environment.
Alexa Brownlie, one of the leaders on the team last season, is moving on to the University of Colorado Boulder, to join the powerhouse NCAA ski racing team, while she pursues a university degree. Other notable changes are the departure of Oliver Young, who is attending University of Calgary this Fall.
The team and coaching staff are currently in the midst of a month-long training camp in Fernie, with two on-snow camps scheduled in Europe in August and South America in October. The focus for the group is on fitness and pre-season training.
Pridy is impressed with the team energy and mix of athletes.
“I’m very excited about the future of this group. The team is anchored by returning members and new energy coming in. We have continuity and stability in the coaching staff and a really good plan to help the athletes achieve their goals.”
MORGAN PRIDY, HEAD COACH
BC Ski Team (returning)
Jasmine Coubrough (2006) Vernon Ski Club / OST (Salmon Arm)
Thea Torn, Whistler Mountain Ski Club (Whistler)
Hannah Jensen, Whistler Mountain Ski Club (Whistler)
Dylan Stevens (2004) Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club (North Vancouver)
Baptiste Cais, Fernie Alpine Ski Team (Field)
Training Group
Lola Gilbert, Windermere Valley Ski Club (Whistler)
Tylee Carr, Vernon Ski Club (Vernon)
Dreas Gibbons, Whistler Mountain Ski Club (Whistler)
The 2025/26 season registration is under way! Online registration by the club through the BC Alpine’s registration database is all that is require to get on the FIS list however athlete will not be start eligible until such time that their paperwork is accepted by BC Alpine.
SAIP Changes
The SAIP (Sport Accident Insurance Program) is the same as last year with options listed at https://bcalpine.com/programFees/#_saip. Please remember that all FIS registered athletes must have a SAIP insurance selected in order to be considered start eligible. Information about the SAIP coverage and claims process are posted in the BC Alpine SAIP Information folder.
FIS Paperwork
We are continuing using the feature on BC Alpine’s Members Site to manage all FIS paperwork. This can be found and uploaded via the BC Alpine Members page at https://bcalpine.com/memberUpdate/. FIS members need to get their yearly medical completed, so please be sure to book with your doctor soon if you have not already done so. Note: A link to this page is sent to registered members provided that their email address is valid. Thank you to all of the members who I’ve seen already getting their forms uploaded!
Out of Country FIS Racers
ACA has increased the Out of Country / International FIS Athlete Service fee this season to $153.75. This applies to Canadian FIS licensed athletes who are participating in an international program outside of Canada and electing to start in FIS competitions as well as Canadian FIS Licensed Masters athletes who are participating in an international FIS race outside of Canada. This fee allows ACA to appropriately service CAN FIS licensed athletes participating in programs and/or Masters races outside of Canada, additional time and resources are required to ensure that their program(s) can be supported in the manner to which is expected. Contact KevenD@bcalpine.com via email to verify you are correctly listed if you believe this applies to you. This fee is included in the “SAIP Exclusion” option found in the SAIP Insurance selection when clubs register FIS racers.
CWSAA All Areas Pass – Important Deadline: August 7th
Alpine and Ski Cross athletes in FIS programs born between 2005 and 2009 are on the qualification for this season. Deadline for selection is August 7th so any athlete or FIS traveling coach wanting to qualify for an All Areas Pass must be registered with BC Alpine and then the club registrar needs to submit those requesting passes via the “All Area Passes” registration form found in the BC Alpine Club Admin Login by that date.
Cost of the pass this season is $803.25 for athletes and $1606.50 for coaches.
In order to qualify all applicants must both be registered as well as complete the appropriate CWSAA Waiver found on the link below. Failure to do either of these steps by the deadline may result in ineligibility.
All Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance and Sport Accident Insurance Policy (SAIP) purchased during the 2024/2025 season will expire as of July 1st 2025. Because of this, all insurance must be renewed for anyone participating in summer programs on or before this date. To make this transition easier BC Alpine will be accepting early registrations for the 2025 season as of June 15, 2025. Clubs running summer programs must have their registrations for both coaches and participants completed before the summer programs get underway.
Increased Membership Fees – BC Alpine
For the 2025/26 season, BC Alpine has increased its membership fees by 2.5%. Alpine Canada have also increased their membership fees by an average of 2.5%. FIS registration fees have remained the same.
You can’t purchase a FIS card or membership directly from BC Alpine. In order to be a member, you must register through one of our member clubs. A full list of current clubs and their contact information can be found at https://bcalpine.com/contact/
There are so many volunteers, partners and supporters who are the true “engine” of ski racing in B.C. Now it is time to recognize some of the events, clubs, resorts and volunteers who went above and beyond in the 2024-25 ski season. PLEASE nominate before May 31, 2025!
1. Club Development of the Year
Criteria: This BC Alpine ski club has illustrated growth and significant improvement or leadership during the current season
Selection: BC Alpine Awards Committee makes the final selection for this award
5. Moira Jaatteenmaki Officials’ Award
Criteria:
A continued dedication to the Officials’ program and the sport of ski racing by serving as a committed BC Alpine Official over a period of several seasons
As a result of his or her contributions, this Official has helped ski racing continue at the highest level in the province, offering participating athletes the best opportunities for advancement in their pursuit of excellence in the sport.
Selection: BC Alpine awards committee makes the final selection for this award.
7. Coach Awards
We know there are many outstanding and dedicated coaches who keep the clubs going and the athletes fit and motivated. We will be recognizing them too! A committee of Program Directors and Coaches, along with BC Alpine, will honour coaches in the following categories:
It is that time of year – award season! This is a great opportunity for us all to recognize the extraordinary talent and work ethic of the ski racers across the province. See below for detail on the Athlete Award categories for 2025.
1. Dave Murray Bursary
Award: $750.00 (two bursaries)
Criteria: Awarded to two BC athletes based on the following:
Financial need.
Athletic ability / Sportsmanship / Leadership.
Recommendation to BC Alpine by coach or other club representative.
Priority given to U19 level athletes.
About the Award: Founded in 1987 by friends of Dave Murray after a fundraiser
*Awarded to one athlete OR $250 each to one male and one female athlete
Criteria
U16 level athletes only
Financial need
Potential to rise to the top of ski racing in Canada
Recommendation to BC Alpine by coach or other club representative
About the Award: The Ski Canada Bursary is available for not-for-profit ski organizations and groups across Canada.
Application/Nomination: Submit via BC Alpine Website http://bcalpine.com/awards/. Selection BC Alpine awards committee makes final selection for this award
4. Cary Mullen Award
Criteria: This athlete has displayed the most sportsmanlike conduct
