Good News

😋Gate Judge training video.  All racers and gate judges must watch the video. 

Week of January 26

Questions about practice need to be sent to Coach Bob. (952) 201-5670.  If you are going to miss practice, please send Coach Bob a text message. Don't forget your name.  

Monday, January 26. Pioneer Invitational.  Meet the bus at 6:45, West Parking lot LNHS. Bus in one-way.  Athletes will need a ride home.  Plan to carpool. Coaches are not able to give you rides.  Use ski straps or ski bag to transport equipment. Skis will either go on the bus or in Bob's Truck.  Ski bags on the bus with you.  It is a school bus. Wear warm boots and bring a blanket or jacket!  We will have a spot in the Chalet at Wild Mountain upstairs to the North (big room). Everyone should be prepared to race. If you are not in the line-up, you are an alternate and may be asked to fill in.  

Tuesday, January 27 - Final SSC Race. Schedule on Team Calendar

Wednesday, January 28- Practice. Lane on Team Calendar

Thursday, January 29 - Optional Weight Room with Carter.  Follow the link to schedule.  Schedule Doctors' appointments, meeting with teachers, after-school help, etc, on Thursdays.

Friday, January 30 - JV Race

For Sale: 1) Leki Pole guards (2 pairs), 2) Leki or Slytech shin guards (2 pairs).  Contact Andy Hahs at 612.237.8903 for information.  

1) Rossignol 150cm race skis, cost $300—contact Coach Bob 952.201.5670.

Tuning!!

I will have my garage open from 11:00-2:00 for tuning Sunday, January 25.

• Skis are being used 4+ days a week and should be tuned every 1-2 weeks

• Scott Ferry - Link

• Local shops - can take 3-7 days for skis to be returned

  • • Pierce Ski & Skate

    • Valley Bike & Ski

    • Hoigaards

    • Zombie Board Shop 

Please check back often!

Think Snow!

Coach Bob

Pre-season information for 2025-2026 season:

• Ski Swaps Great way to save $$$ on gear

  • Buck Hill Sep 26-28

  • Afton Alps Oct 03-05

  • Wild Mountain Oct 04-05

  • Hyland Hills Oct 24-26

• Tentative Schedule

  • • 9/23/25 Info meeting - Tuesday 9/23/2025 at 7 PM at LNHS room N211

 The focus will be about general information on the ski team and what gear and other items are needed.

• • • 10/28/25 Kick-Off Meeting (races, coaches, & parents) - Tuesday 10/28/2025 at 7 PM at LNHS room C211

Coaches and all interested ski team members and parents.  We will talk about expectations for 2025-2026 ski season.

• • • 10/29/25 Start of Captain's Practice.  Time and location TBD

    • 11/10/25 Practice starts 

    • 11/15/15 Team bonfire.  Time and location TBD

    • mid Dec- mid Feb Ski Season

    • 12/15/25 Fundraising ski event at Buck Hill

    • 12/16/25 Week 1 Race

    • 12/22/25 Optional Practice (Buck Hill)

    • 12/23/25 Optional Practice (Hyland Hills)

    • 12/29/25 Optional Practice (Hyland Hills)

    • 12/30/25 Optional Practice (Hyland Hills)

    • 1/5/26 Team Pasta Dinner.  Time and location Golden Residence

    • 1/6/26 Week 2 Race

    • 1/13/26 Week 3 Race

    • 1/19/26 Team Pasta Dinner.  Time and location House Residence

    • 1/20/26 Week 4 Race

    • 1/26/26 Pioneer Alpine Ski Invitational, Wild Mountain, All day

    • 1/27/26 Week 5 Race

    • 1/30/26 JV Championships

    • 2/3/26 Section race at Buck Hill

    • 2/10/26 State race at Giant's Ridge Golf and Ski Resort

    • 02/21/26 End of the year banquet - 5PM to 7PM Emporium Room, Lakeville

    • TBD Individual photos

    • TBD Team photo

    • TBD Apparel purchase

• Fees for 2025-2026 season

  • $150 racer fee.  Waived for any first-time skier in Middle School.

  • $150 volunteer deposit.  Returned if volunteered for 3 events.

We are always looking for volunteers to support the booster club.  Currently looking for a Treasurer for 2026-2027 season.  

Please contact lnhsalpineskiteam@gmail.com for more information.