Snowsport England has launched a new domestic cross discipline pathway which will begin this summer (2022).
The new programmes, supported by GB Snowsport, will build on the success of the current ‘Futures’ Park & Pipe project. They will encourage increased participation in moguls and ski cross, and create further opportunities for athletes looking to develop skills that are applicable to multiple disciplines.
The domestic programme, utilising several key facilities found within the UK, will place an emphasis on giving skiers the opportunity to try new disciplines and develop the fundamental skills required to progress in that pathway, or understand and learn the skills necessary to transition between disciplines.
Cross Discipline Pathway Coach Paul Telling will lead the programme for Snowsport England, supported by ski cross coach Luke Feneley, and existing moguls coach Joss Englert. They will work in conjunction with Head of Talent at GB Snowsport Mark Ritchie and the wider Home Nations team of coaching and support staff.
Snowsport England has also committed to a drive to get more coaches educated and qualified within the moguls and ski cross disciplines, with a view to increasing the opportunities for training within the UK.
Paul Telling said: “The UK has a huge number of exciting young skiers, and several excellent ski centres and facilities that are keen to be involved in the development of these future champions. By providing more opportunities for skiers to develop the skills needed for ski cross and moguls, and more opportunities for skiers to try multiple disciplines, we give ourselves the best chance of increasing participation and raising standards, helping GB Snowsport to talent spot the next generation of Olympic athletes.”
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GB Snowsport ski cross athlete Ollie Davies added: “Ski Cross is an exciting discipline. For more young and up and coming racers to have the opportunity to try ski cross on the domestic scene is great.”
Moguls Coach Joss Englert said: “I’m really excited to be part of the domestic cross discipline pathway, helping encourage more skiers to try moguls and improve their all around skills. Aligning our programming and working as part of the amazing Home Nations Futures project that has been so successful in Park & Pipe is going to give us the opportunity to engage with athletes more frequently and make a massive difference with their progression.
Team GB and Olympic Moguls skier Will Feneley added “It’s great to see initiatives like this being put in place. Mogul skiing has been a particularly hidden discipline in the UK, so it’s nice to see that opportunities are being put in place for younger skiers to come through, try the sport out, and take steps towards the top.”
The proposed programme and an outline of the structure can be seen on the Snowsport England website by CLICKING HERE .*
Athletes and coaches who would like to get involved or need more information can email Paul Telling at: paul.telling@snowsportengland.org.uk
Snowsport England is also reintroducing national competitions for moguls and Ski Cross.
* Please note: All calendars are subject to change.
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