The 2026 HUB International Nancy Greene Festival returned to Sun Peaks Resort, welcoming nearly 2,000 guests for the largest Nancy Greene Ski League festival in Canada.
Across two days, 675 skiers took part in a full schedule of events designed to build skills and foster a love of racing. The program featured dual glalom, speed trap, moguls, jump, obstacle course and a ski cross-style kombi, creating a dynamic and engaging environment for young skiers.
Winter conditions set the stage, with a firm, consistent surface on Friday and sunny skies delivering excellent conditions for Saturday’s events. The combination of a challenging track and a fun, festival atmosphere made for a standout weekend.
Nancy Greene was on site throughout the event, cheering on young skiers, connecting with families and handing out awards—adding to the energy and excitement across the venue. Olympic ski cross gold medallist Ashleigh McIvor was also on hand at the awards ceremony delivery a few words to the skiers and handing out awards.
The festival also delivered its signature off-course moments, with a lively atmosphere that included entertainment and plenty of opportunities for athletes to engage beyond racing.
Overall, the event provided a valuable development opportunity for young skiers, blending competition with fun and community in a uniquely Sun Peaks setting.
Organizing Committee: Jeff Robinson (Chief of Festival), Kelly Dye (Chief of Race – Glalom), Dave Gilmour (Chief of Course), Dave Fox (Chief of Events), Gabrielle Fox and Sara Thomson (Race Administration), Gabrielle Fox (Volunteer Coordinator)
BC Alpine congratulates and thanks the incredible event organizers and the Sun Peaks Alpine Club for hosting an outstanding event.
The FIS Boyd Cup Speed and Tech series returned to the Dave Murray National Training Centre, delivering a full week of training and competition under the leadership of race chair and Canadian ski racing legend Rob Boyd.
Following heavy rainfall the week prior, cooler temperatures and clear skies provided a turnaround in conditions, allowing for high-quality surface preparation. The event featured a full program, including downhill training and racing, and concluded with FIS-sanctioned giant slalom and slalom races.
“We were proud to deliver a strong FIS series despite early weather challenges,” said Carol Anne Parkhill, Chief of Race (WMSC). “The field was deep, and the volunteer support – especially from the Weasel Workers – created a positive, collaborative environment. We’re excited to build on this and welcome back full speed events next year.”
Rob Boyd acknowledged the resilience of the organizing team and the broader community:
“The weather forced adjustments, but the focus remained on creating a positive experience for athletes. Once conditions improved, the track was exceptional, and the team delivered. It was also great to connect with athletes and coaches off-hill and see strong engagement from visiting programs who are eager to return.”
The event also featured athlete and coach engagement initiatives, including a speed-focused session led by Boyd and Broderick Thompson. Local athletes capitalized on home-hill advantage, with strong performances highlighting the week.
Organizing Committee: Rob Boyd (Race Chair), Carol Anne Parkhill (Chief of Race), Henry Voss (Chief of Timing), Rick Hume (Chief of Course), Vicki Schenk (Race Administration), Jenn Heyries (Chief of Volunteers), Lisa Ferguson (Technical Delegate)
Podium photos by Kevin Heyries. Action photos by Cash Nedelak
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)
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.”
The Teck Coast Zone U14 Kinder Series slalom at Cypress Mountain delivered a full spectrum of coastal racing conditions, challenging athletes to adapt, reset and perform across two very different race days on March 7-8th.
Saturday tested the field with classic West Coast weather, as dense fog and steady rain limited visibility and softened the snow surface. Athletes were forced to rely on rhythm, timing and course inspection to navigate the set, while the course crew worked continuously to maintain a safe and consistent racing surface. Despite the demanding conditions, racing proceeded smoothly, highlighting both the resilience of the athletes and the professionalism of the organizing team.
Sunday brought a complete turnaround, with bluebird skies and excellent visibility greeting racers. Overnight cooling firmed the snowpack, creating a supportive and predictable surface that allowed athletes to push harder and ski more aggressively. As temperatures rose through the afternoon, the track transitioned to spring conditions but remained stable, setting the stage for a strong finish to the weekend.
Across both days, Coast Zone athletes demonstrated strong adaptability and technical execution. Solid slalom fundamentals—tight line, quick transitions and disciplined skiing—translated into consistent performances and multiple top-10 results. The contrasting conditions provided valuable development opportunities, reinforcing key skills aligned with the Long-Term Athlete Development pathway supported by Alpine Canada.
Photos by Thomas Cheng
The event was delivered by a dedicated organizing committee and volunteer team, with Graham Cope serving as Technical Delegate and Kim Mohr as Chief of Race. They were supported by Perveen Biln (Start Referee), Sasan Salari (Finish Referee), Jaret Lang (Chief of Gates), Kaveh Afshari (Chief of Timing), Teresa Skelton (Chief of Manual Timing), Chris Parks (Chief of Course), Andrea Tegzes (Race Secretary), Raul Anguita (Program Director), Tanya Cornelia (Chief of Volunteers), Eric Roberts (Chief of Hospitality), and Helene Tremblay (Chief of SAM), whose collective efforts ensured a safe, fair and successful race weekend.
BC Alpine thanks the Cypress Ski Club for their incredible effort and dedication for this race series.
Under a mix of sun and cloud with classic spring conditions, some of Western Canada’s fastest speed skiers gathered at Kimberley Alpine Resort for a weekend of Super-G racing at the Dreadnaught FIS BC Cup.
The event was expertly managed by the Dreadnaught race crew, who once again delivered outstanding support to ensure a safe and fair race for a large field of both women and men. Coaches and athletes also played an important role throughout the day with regular slipping to help maintain consistent course conditions from start to finish.
BC Ski Team racers Dylan Stevens and Baptiste Cais finished 1-2, just ahead of Alberta team racer Caleb Brooks. On the women’s side, Nichola Buchar, of the Windermere Valley Ski Club, edged out BCST member Hannah Jensen and Elena Deda, also of Windermere.
Warmer temperatures on Sunday forced the jury to cancel the race for safety reasons. With colder temperatures returning overnight, several teams who stayed on were able to take advantage of excellent speed training conditions the following day.
The event was led by Race Chair Donna Briggs, alongside FIS Technical Delegate Jim Brewington and Chief of Race Rob Tupper. On the hill, Start Referee Marina Perry and Finish Referee Lloyd Steeves helped keep the race running smoothly, while Chief of Course Craig “Rooster” Rusnak and the course crew delivered a track that allowed athletes to push their speed safely. The organizing team also benefitted from the always-popular hospitality of Gord Reese, serving in his well-known role as the event’s Sushi Chef.
The Big White Ski Club hosted the 2026 Teck BC Ski Cross Championships from March 6–8 at Big White Ski Resort, welcoming 127 athletes from U12 through U21 from across British Columbia, along with two competitors from Washington State.
Friday was dedicated to training, giving athletes valuable time on course to become familiar with the track and build confidence ahead of the weekend’s racing.
Warm, wet, and windy conditions challenged the event throughout the weekend. Saturday’s race day followed 8 cm of wet overnight snowfall, along with intermittent rain. Despite the weather, the Big White TELUS Park crew prepared an excellent course and racing went ahead as planned, with 110 heats completed during a full day of competition.
The U12 category raced in a round-robin format, allowing each athlete three rounds to collect points before the top eight advanced to the small and big finals. U14 and older categories competed using a ladder format with Last Chance Qualifiers (LCQ), ensuring athletes received at least two race runs in addition to a training run. The format emphasized both development and fun, maximizing time on course for all participants. A DJ at the start and a Saturday evening banquet helped create a lively and positive event atmosphere.
Sunday was scheduled for a second day of racing using a round-robin format across all categories. However, extremely high winds and icy conditions in the morning made it unsafe to continue. After assessing the situation and reviewing the forecast, the jury made the difficult decision to cancel racing for the day.
The Race Organizing Committee thanked all teams that travelled to attend and shared in the disappointment of the cancellation. Special appreciation was also extended to Big White Ski Resort for building, preparing, and maintaining an outstanding ski cross course for the championships.
BC Alpine recognizes the efforts of the Big White Racers event organizers and volunteers who helped deliver the event, including Technical Delegate Annette McClelland, Race Chair Shane Yamamoto, Chief of Competition Andre Thomas, Chief of Course Flynn Seddon, and Race Administrator Cynthia Thomas.
