2012 Masters Competition Guide - Alpine - USSA

2012 MASTERS 

COMPETITION GUIDE 

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2012 USSA ALPINE MASTERS 

COMPETITION GUIDE 

On The Cover 

Dennis Wihelmsen 

Photo © Erika Krainz/schneehexephotography.com 

Editor 

Bill Skinner 

Contributors 

Toby Chapman 

Jack Eisenschmid 

Ryan Fuller 

Jennifer Kaufman 

Amy Lanzel 

Horst Locher 

Bill McCollom 

Mark Mirviss 

Managing Editor and Layout 

Jeff Weinman 

Ann Ozuna 

Nadine Price 

Gary Randall 

Meri Stratton 

Cover Design 

Sarah Ely - USSA Production Artist 

Published by 

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are available for $10.00 from USSA Membership Customer Service, 435.647.2666. 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

USSA Key Contact Directory 4 

1 USSA and the Masters Program 7 

An Introduction to the Masters 8 

What You Will Need to Compete 8 

USSA and the Masters Program 8 

Alpine Ski Racing Disciplines 9 

Where to Find Information 10 

USSA Alpine Membership Programs 10 

USSA Insurance Coverage 11 

USSA Masters Contacts 13 

2 Alpine Masters Champions 15 

2011 USSA Alpine Masters National Championship Medalists 16 

2011 USSA Alpine Masters National Combined Medalists 19 

2011 Division’s Cup 20 

2011 Al Sise/Ski Racing Recognition Awards 20 

Spyder 2012 U.S. Alpine Masters National Team 21 

3 Alpine Masters General Competition Rules 23 

Changed and Rules to Remember 24 

Race Entry Procedure 24 

General Racer Eligibility 

Unqualified Racers 

Entry Materials 

Entry Fees 

Refunds/Cancellations 

Entry Limits, Conditions and Invitational Events 

Foreign Competitors in USSA Alpine Masters Events 

FIS Declaration for FIS Masters Cup Events 

USSA Geographic Affiliation 

General Rules 26 

Course Inspection (FIS ICR) 

Official Training (FIS ICR and USSA Rules) 

Racing Numbers, bibs (FIS ICR) 

Official Start Procedure 

Late Start 

Completion of Gate 

Crossing Finish Line 

Interference (FIS ICR) 

Binding Release 

Course Maintenance 

Protests (FIS ICR and USSA rules) 

Helmets 

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Ski-Brakes (FIS and USSA) 

Competitor’s Obligations 

Ranking and Placement 29 

Masters FIS Points 

4 Event Rules for U.S. and Regional Championships 31 

and International Competitions 

National and Regional Championships and Speed Series 32 

General Championship Rules 32 

National Championship Seeding 32 

Age Classes 32 

Discipline Regulations 33 

Complete FIS Rules/FIS ICR Books 36 

Regional and Divisional Rules and Procedures 36 

Important Message about Communications 36 

International Alpine Masters Rules 37 

5 Major Events 41 

USSA Skier’s Edge Alpine Masters National Championships 42 

Skier’s Edge FIS Masters World Criterium 44 

FIS Masters Cup 46 

Molecule F Masters National Speed Series 46 

Western Regional Championships 47 

Eastern Regional Championships 48 

Summer Fun Nationals 49 

6 Divisional Programs and NASTAR 51 

Alaska 52 

Central 53 

Eastern 57 

New England 57 

New York State 60 

Garden State (New Jersey) 61 

Southern (SARA) 62 

Far West 63 

Intermountain 65 

Northern 68 

Pacific Northwest 69 

Rocky Mountain 72 

NASTAR for Masters Racers 74 

Code of Conduct 75 

Entry Card 77 

Concussion Checklist 80 

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USSA KEY CONTACT DIRECTORY 

USSA Member Service (fax 435.647.2052) 

Member Service Hotline 435.647.2666 membership@ussa.org 

USSA Web Sites 

www.ussa.org 

www.usskiteam.com 

www.ussnowboarding.com 

Sprint Snow News Hotline 435.649.6666 

National Office (fax 435.649.3613) 

USSA 435.649.9090 info@ussa.org 

PO Box 100 - 1 Victory Lane 

Park City, UT 84060 

Executive Management 

Bill Marolt, President/CEO 435.647.2001 bmarolt@ussa.org 

Dick Coe, Consultant 435.647.2004 dcoe@ussa.org 

Mark Lampe, Executive VP & CFO 435.647.2002 mlampe@ussa.org 

Shauna Vanderlinden, Director HR/Admin. 435.647.2003 svanderlinden@ussa.org 

Wendy Maurer, Executive Assistant 435.647.2006 wmaurer@ussa.org 

Suzette Cantin, USSA Exec. Projects Mgr. 435.647.2074 scantin@ussa.org 

Chip LaCasse, Special Asst. to the CEO 435.640.8644 clacasse@ussa.org 

Laurie Hamble, Insurance Coordinator 435.647.2019 lhamble@ussa.org 

Alpine 

Patrick Riml, Alpine Program Director 435.647.2020 priml@ussa.org 

Sarah Duffany, Women’s Team Manager 435.647.2025 sduffany@ussa.org 

Kate Avrin, Men’s Team and NDS Manager 435.647.2036 kavrin@ussa.org 

Terry DelliQuadri, Rocky/Central Reg. Dir. 435.640.8504 tdelliquadri@ussa.org 

Dr. Lester Keller, Western Development. Dir. 435.647.2035 lkeller@ussa.org 

Rich Smith, Eastern Development Director 435.659.5291 rsmith@ussa.org 

Bill Skinner, Masters Manager 435.647.2067 bskinner@ussa.org 

Athletics 

Luke Bodensteiner, Exec. VP Athletics 435.647.2055 lbodensteiner@ussa.org 

Nancye Rahn, Athletics Manager 435.647.2016 nrahn@ussa.org 

Communications 

Tom Kelly, VP Communications 435.647.2010 tkelly@ussa.org 

Margo Christiansen, Communications Dir. 435.647.2022 mchristiansen@ussa.org 

Amanda Revman, Communications Coord. 435.647.2038 arevman@ussa.org 

Doug Haney, Chief Press Officer 518.524.4674 dhaney@ussa.org 

Competition Services 

Walt Evans, Sport Development Director 435.647.2033 wevans@ussa.org 

Jeff Weinman, Asst. Ntl. Comp. Director 435.647.2030 jweinman@ussa.org 

Content and Creative Services 

Katie Perhai, Director, Creative Services 435.647.2064 kperhai@ussa.org 

Shannon Camp, Content/Video Manager 435.647.2612 scamp@ussa.org 

Sarah Ely, Production Artist 435.647.2012 sely@ussa.org 

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Events 

Calum Clark, VP Events 435.647.2053 cclark@ussa.org 

Jen Desmond, Events Project Manager 435.647.2032 jdesmond@ussa.org 

Mike Henderson, World Cup Event Dir. 435.647.2014 mhenderson@ussa.org 

Eric Webster, Grand Prix Tour Director 603.279.0121 ewebster@ussa.org 

Peter Tilton, Director Event Operations 435.647.2042 ptilton@ussa.org 

Karen Korfanta, NorAm Coordinator 435.714.1376 kkorfanta@ussa.org 

Tom Johnston, Alpine Tech. Advisor 435.649.9090 tjohnston@ussa.org 

Nick Alexakos, Snowboard Event Manager 435.467.2018 nalexakos@ussa.org 

Lindsay Arnold, World Cup Coordinator 435.647.2072 larnold@ussa.org 

Foundation (Fund Raising) 

Kate Klingsmith, Asst. Dir. of Development 435.647.2092 kklingsmith@ussa.org 

Ruth Flanagan, Special Events Director 435.647.2023 rflanagan@ussa.org 

Kristina Dickson, Special Events Assistant 435.647.2096 kdickson@ussa.org 

Lisa Kramer, Major Gifts Manager 773.636.0482 lkramer@ussa.org 

Alexa Maddock, Major Gifts, Tri-State 917.741.8838 amaddock@ussa.org 

Jessica Miller, Special Events Coordinator 435.647.2095 jmiller@ussa.org 

Beth Tatlock, Foundation Assistant 435.647.2096 btatlock@ussa.org 

Freestyle 

Todd Schirman, Freestyle Program Director 435.647.2080 tschirman@ussa.org 

Cheryl Pearson, Freestyle Program Manager 435.647.2068 cpearson@ussa.org 

Member Services 

Sheryl Barnes, Member Services Director 435.647.2013 sbarnes@ussa.org 

Lois Benevento, Member Services Manager 435.647.2017 lbenevento@ussa.org 

Nordic 

Toni Adams, Nordic Program Manager 435.647.2061 tadams@ussa.org 

Sales and Marketing 

Andrew Judelson, EVP/CMRO 435.647.2046 ajudelson@ussa.org 

Peter Glass, Director Sales and Marketing 435.647.2083 pglass@ussa.org 

Lisa Bennion, Director Sales and Marketing 435.647.2086 lbennion@ussa.org 

Kim Brown, Account Executive 435.647.2097 kbrown@ussa.org 

Vicky Gaylord, Account Executive 435.647.2082 vgaylord@ussa.org 

Meghan Leaver, Account Executive 435.647.2043 mleaver@ussa.org 

Trina Saxe, Director Supplier Relations 435.647.2031 tsaxe@ussa.org 

U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing 

Jeremy Forster, Program Director 435.647.2079 jforster@ussa.org 

Abbi Nyberg, Program Manager 435.647.2081 anyberg@ussa.org 

Kate Morton, Team Manager 435.647.2034 kmorton@ussa.org 

Sport Science and Education 

Dr. Troy Flanagan, High Performance Director 435.647.2028 tflanagan@ussa.org 

Kyle Wilkens, Medical Director 435.647.2058 kwilkens@ussa.org 

Jon Nolting, Director Sport Education 435.647.2078 jnolting@ussa.org 

Ron Kipp, Sport Education Alpine Manager 435.647.2049 rkipp@ussa.org 

Chelsea Steinbach, Sport Ed. Coordinator 435.647.2050 csteinbach@ussa.org 

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24-hour Travel Service 800.TEAM.SKI worldtek@ussa.org 

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Thank You 

to the following partners of the 

U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing. 

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Chapter 1 

USSA and the 

Masters Program 

2012 Competition Guide 

www.ussa.org 

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THE ORGANIZATION 

An Introduction to the Masters 

Masters are unique among the participants in the most popular snowsport, alpine skiing. 

Not content to rest upon past successes, masters racers seek to reach their best beyond the 

public perception of “prime years.” Masters racing is designed for every level of skier ability, 

from entry level racers through ex-national team members. Masters racing provides the next 

step for up and coming accomplished skiers who are late bloomers, NASTAR and college 

racers, ski instructors, former professional racers and even ex-national team members. 

Masters from ages 18 to over 90 compete on the same runs used for World Cup events. 

Slalom, giant slalom, super G and downhill are all included in the 200-plus races in this 

season’s schedule. Masters series are conducted within each of the eight geographic divisions 

of USSA including Alaska, Central, Eastern, Far West, Intermountain, Northern, Pacific 

Northwest and Rocky Mountain. Each USSA division has a specific contact person who can 

provide details on divisional competition programs (see contacts listed later in this chapter). 

In addition to divisional competition, there are opportunities to compete on a regional, 

national, and international level. The USSA Alpine Masters Program is just one of the 

participants in the International Ski Federation’s (FIS) Masters Cup in the U.S., Canada, 

and Europe. The highlight of the race season in the USA is the USSA Masters National 

Championships scheduled Mar. 19-23 at Park City Mountain Resort, UT. 

Masters racing offers more than high-quality ski competition. It offers an opportunity to 

meet, ski and compete with a group of extraordinary individuals from all walks of life. Many 

of the pioneers of the ski industry compete including ski area developers, 10th Mountain 

Division alumni, ski equipment and clothing entrepreneurs, former national team members, 

and honored members of the U.S. Ski Hall of Fame. Masters racing is highly social, and the 

masters are a friendly group. Of the reasons current masters list for participation, camaraderie 

is always among the first. Second, of course, is a love of competition. At many events, masters 

racing is a family affair, where two or three generations compete. 

What You Will Need to Compete 

On a local level, masters races are open to athletes 18 years of age or older, with appropriate 

eligibility, according to USSA rules. A USSA alpine Masters membership is required over the 

age of 24. Athletes who are 18 to 24 and who hold a USSA Competitor or Student membership 

may be race in masters races except for the Regional and National masters championships as 

can USSA Coaches 39 years of age and younger. Some divisions have local memberships as 

well. New participants may take advantage of temporary weekend memberships, limited to 

one such membership per participant per season; the cost of a temporary membership will be 

applied to a full masters membership when purchased. Ski equipment of suitable condition 

for racing and a helmet are requisite to race masters. 

The many benefits of USSA alpine masters include: competition in USSA masters races, an 

annual USSA Alpine Masters Competition Guide with rules, schedules and entry information, 

local and national newsletters, and a subscription to Ski Racing. For more information, 

contact USSA or your local series. 

USSA and the Masters Program 

Thank you for your participation in USSA programs. The USSA provides opportunities 

for athletes to develop their skiing or snowboarding skills in a competitive and educational 

environment. Use this guide as a roadmap to USSA programs, rules and rankings. 

The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) is an Olympic sports organization and 

parent body for the U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing. It is driven by 

a vision to be best in the world in Olympic skiing and snowboarding with an emphasis on 

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uilding character through personal values. The USSA’s mission is to provide strong leadership 

that establishes and supports athletic excellence in accordance with the USSA core values. 

The USSA’s programs provide education, skill development and competition opportunities 

for young athletes with grassroots USSA club programs up through national teams and the 

Olympic Winter Games. 

The USSA supports athletic programs in skiing, snowboarding and freeskiing disciplines. 

Local USSA Clubs make up over 425 professional coaching outlets for athletes and logistical 

support for competitions. USSA clubs, with both professional staffs and local volunteers, 

comprised of about 30,000 members, are the backbone of the USSA supporting individual 

athletes and managing most of the USSA’s over 4,500 domestic competitions. In season 2011 

our resort partners, clubs, officials and volunteers hosted over 4,500 domestic competitions 

where more than 150,000 athletes went out of the start. 

Services provided by the USSA are based around the three “R’s”: rules, races and rankings. 

Rules are established to ensure a consistent and fair playing field for all athletes. Races, or 

competitions, are the backbone of the USSA’s programs, providing competitive programs 

for athletes. Rankings are a means of evaluating performance in competitions to determine 

advancement on the USSA’s athlete development pipeline, or to assist in determining start 

positions in specific competitions. 

The USSA provides educational resources to key constituent groups through the USSA’s 

Center of Excellence, the national training and education facility. Education is provided to 

athletes, parents, officials, coaches and clubs in areas such as sport technique, fitness and 

exercise, sport science and sports medicine. 

USSA regions and divisions/states are volunteer-run programs which implement USSA 

programs within small, multi-state geographic areas, including scheduling of divisional 

competitions, selection of divisional teams and training of competition officials. 

USSA Masters Program - Masters race programs are organized by a network of committed 

volunteers led by a committee called the Masters National Working Group and by a full time 

USSA staff member designated at the Alpine National Masters Manager. 

This Competition Guide provides general information about masters ski racing in the 

U.S. as well as rules and information for competition in masters events abroad. This book 

is designed with information on national, international, regional and divisional rules and 

technical information, coaches, officials, and other information of interest to supporters and 

participants. All USSA members are advised to check with the divisional and USSA regional 

offices for more information. 

Alpine Ski Racing Disciplines 

In the early days of alpine ski racing, athletes competed in only two events: downhill 

and slalom. Giant slalom was added to the lineup in 1950 and super G in 1983. Downhill 

and super G are generally grouped together as “speed” events, with slalom and giant slalom 

grouped as “technical” events. Skiers generally compete in either speed events or technical 

events, although the trend among U.S. coaches is to develop skiers on a broader base, skiing 

all disciplines. All race courses must meet strict standards established and monitored by 

officials of the FIS and USSA. 

Following is a brief outline of the alpine ski racing events. For complete and specific rules 

on each, please obtain a FIS ICR (rule book) from USSA Membership Customer Service, or 

see the rules chapter of this guide. 

Slalom (SL): Slalom is a timed event requiring the execution of many short, quick turns 

through two different courses. Slalom is staged in two runs with times added together to 

determine the final finish order. Often times the top of the first-run finish order is reversed 

in seeding for the second run, including World Cup competition. The vertical drop of the 

course determines the number of gates in a GS course. The competitors are required to pass 

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etween all the gates, alternate red/blue pairs of poles. The course is made up of various gate 

combinations designed to test a skier’s skill and strategy. The vertical drop on World Cup SL 

courses is 180-220 m for men and 140-200 m for women. 

Giant Slalom (GS): Giant Slalom is characterized as the discipline that requires the most 

technical skill; skiers race down the mountain through a faster and more open course than in 

SL. As in SL, skiers often are seeded in the first run start order by their points ranking. The 

vertical drop of the course determines the number of gates in a GS course. The FIS World 

Cup requires that all GS races be run on courses with vertical drops of 300-450 m for men 

and 300-400 m for women. Giant slalom is staged in two runs with the times added together 

to determine the final finish order. 

Downhill (DH): Perhaps the most exciting event in alpine ski racing is the DH. Racers 

attempt to record the fastest time during a single run on a course with a minimum number of 

control gates. Speeds in DH often exceed 70 mph. The FIS World Cup requires that men’s and 

women’s courses have minimum vertical drops of 800 m and 500 m respectively. 

Super G (SG): Super G is the newest of the alpine disciplines combining the elements of 

speed as in DH while integrating high-speed technical turns as in GS. Super G is contested in 

a single run format; courses are set utilizing terrain variations with the number of gates being 

a function of a specific percentage of the vertical drop. Both men’s and women’s SG courses 

must have a vertical drop of at least 400 m. 

Combined (K): At some events, a combined competition is held. The combined event 

involves the addition of times from designated SL and DH races. 

Where to Find More Information 

As you continue competitive skiing or snowboarding, you might have questions along the 

way. The following are helpful resources to guide you on your path to success. 

USSA Web Site - www.ussa.org is the best source of member information. Simply click on 

your sport on the home page. There you will find contact information, criteria and advancement 

protocol on your sport as well as the latest in national news from your sport. 

USSA Competition Guide - This handbook is a guide for athletes, parents, coaches and 

officials that provides a roadmap to USSA programs. Here you can find information on rules 

and rankings for your sport. 

Local USSA Club - Over 425 USSA Clubs are the heart of the sport. These organizations have 

the background and knowledge to help answer most of your questions. Check your local USSA 

Club for information on schedules and qualifying procedures within your division or state. 

Regional/Divisional/State Contact - Each region, division and state for your sport has a 

contact person who can help you answer questions. Your divisional contact appears in the 

front of this Competition Guide and may also be found at www.ussa.org. 

USSA National Office - Every USSA sport has full-time staff in the USSA national 

office in Park City, UT. Contact the office at 435.647.2666 with national membership or 

ranking questions. For a quicker response, please send an email to the email links found at 

www.ussa.org. 

Magazines - USSA members will receive a subscription to their choice of Ski Racing 

Magazine, SkiTrax or Snowboarding Magazine to stay informed on sport news. 

USSA Alpine Membership Programs 

Masters - USSA masters membership fee is $110. The masters program offers events 

geographically, providing the opportunity for adult racers (21 years old and older) to compete 

in age categories leading to the U.S. Alpine Masters Championships. 

Competitor - The USSA competitor membership is available for $140. Competitors 

are ranked on the USSA ranking list where appropriate (as an example, USSA Eastern J3 

competitors are not ranked). Note: Must be 18 or older and have a masters membership to 

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compete in masters races. 

Student - The USSA Student membership is available for $90 for athletes 13 and over, who 

are participating in non-scored, non-advancement competitions. Students are not scored on 

the USSA ranking list. Student members ages 18 to 24 (based upon age as of Dec. 31 of the 

competition season) may compete with masters without a Masters membership. 

Additional Memberships 

Any USSA member who purchases a second or third membership (i.e. official or coach) is 

given a discount on the second and subsequent memberships of $35. So, for instance, if you 

are paying a Masters membership of $110, the Officials’ membership is $25 instead of $60 (a 

$35 discount on the second membership). 

Programs 

USSA alpine competition is organized into general program categories based on the 

needs of racers at every level. Programs may overlap or be identified differently in some 

divisions. Racers should check with their local program, or with their divisional/regional 

office regarding details or exceptions that may apply. The general categories are: 

Age Classes 

Age classes are based on age as of Dec. 31 of the competition season. 

Youth competitor or age-class 

Ages 12 and under 

Junior 3 (transition from age-class to seeded racing) Ages 13 and 14 

Seeded competition 

Ages 15 and up 

Masters racing 

Ages 18 and up* 

* Athletes 18 and older may compete in either masters or seeded competition or both, depending on the rules of 

a specific region. He or she must have both a Competitor and Masters membership in order to participate in both 

programs. For complete rules on membership requirements for competing in USSA Masters events see Ch. 3 

General Racer Eligibility. 

USSA INSURANCE COVERAGE 

USSA requires Members to have valid and sufficient primary medical/accident insurance 

coverage and to accept full responsibility for understanding the provisions of such coverage 

as a condition of becoming a USSA member and participating in official USSA training and 

competition. Such primary coverage must be in effect for the entire term of the membership 

year in order for the member to have coverage under USSA’s excess accident medical policy. 

Members must carry proof of primary insurance and such proof must be available at each 

event so that prompt medical/hospital care can be authorized, if needed. USSA provides 

properly registered members with excess accident medical coverage, as follows: 

Excess Accident Medical Insurance for Members of Non-Gold Member Clubs 

Current USSA Members and USSA temporary registrants of a non-Gold Member 

club have excess accident medical coverage during sanctioned or registered events 

including official training (as defined by the policy) at such events. Please see 

http://www.amerspec.com/ussa_cov/ for a detailed description of coverage. 

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Excess Accident Medical Insurance for Members of Gold Member Club 

Current USSA Members, USSA trial participants and USSA temporary registrants 

of a USSA Gold Member Club have excess accident medical coverage during skiing and 

snowboarding competition, while training to compete and conditioning to compete in ski and 

snowboard competition that is supervised by a USSA representative and/or representative of 

a USSA Gold Member Club, and during club activities that are supervised by a representative 

of a USSA Gold Member Club. Please see http://www.amerspec.com/ussa_cov/ for a detailed 

description of coverage including activities that are excluded from the policy. 

Liability Insurance 

USSA will provide liability coverage for: 

• Event Organizers with respect to their ordinary negligence if such is alleged to have 

arisen in connection with competition in or conduct of sanctioned events (meaning a 

Schedule Agreement has been executed) and/or activities conducted or approved by 

USSA (including official training at such event as defined by the policy). Please see 

http://www.amerspec.com/ussa_cov/ for a detailed description of coverage. 

• Gold Member Clubs and the members and supervisory staff of such clubs and USSA member 

coaches and USSA member officials while acting in their capacity as such on behalf of 

Gold Member Clubs. Such coverage applies during (1) ski and snowboard competition; (2) 

while training to compete and conditioning to compete in ski and snowboard competition 

that is supervised by a USSA representative and/or representative of a USSA Gold Member 

Club; and (3) during club activities that are supervised by a representative of a USSA Gold 

Member Club. Please see http://www.amerspec.com/ussa_cov/ for a detailed description of 

coverage. 

Note: This summary provides a general overview of insurance coverage that applies for 

USSA members. It is not a complete explanation of all policy provisions or specifics of the 

policy benefits. No coverage is extended, and no representations are made, other than what is 

stated in the actual insurance policies. 

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USSA Masters Contacts 

Field offices and contacts are the closet service point to all USSA members. Contact them 

for information no local and divisional alpine programs. In cases where there is not a regularly 

staffed divisional office, the divisional chairperson or volunteer administrator is listed as the 

contact. 

USSA National Office 

Box 100 

1 Victory Lane 

Park City UT 84060 

tel 435.649.9090 

fax 435.649.3613 

info@ussa.org 

www.ussa.org 

Sprint Snow News Hotline: 435.649.6666 

Alpine Masters Information Contacts 

FIS Representative 

Bob Dart 

Winter Park Race Dept 

Box 36 

Winter Park CO 80482 

tel 970.726.1589 

fax 970.726.1690 

USSA Alpine Masters 

National Coordinator 

Bill Skinner 

In National Office 

tel 435.647.2633 

fax 435.649.3613 

bskinner@ussa.org 

Alpine Masters National Working Group 

The Alpine Masters National Working Group is under the Programs Subcommittee of the 

USSA Alpine Sport Committee. 

The Masters Working Group governs and promotes alpine masters ski racing. Other 

responsibilities include 

• organizing the annual USSA National Masters Championship 

• coordinating regional masters activities, including regional championships, and 

• advising and assisting USSA regions and divisions with their masters programs. 

The working group members are the masters chairs from each division, the FIS masters 

liaison and the immediate past chair of the working group. They elect a person to be their 

Chair for a term of two years. Such election to be held at the annual meeting at the National 

Masters Championships. The FIS masters liaison is appointed by the Chair. 

Chair: Steve Slivinski, Ketchum, ID (IM) 

Toby Chapman, Missoula, MT (NO) 

Bob Davis, Encintas, CA (FIS liaison) 

Ryan Fuller, Minneapolis, MN (CN) 

Jennifer Kaufman, Denver, CO (RM) 

Amy Lanzel Park City, UT (IM) 

FIS Competitor Representative 

Bob Davis 

2240 Encintas Blvd #D-401 

Encintas CA 92024 

bdavis9112@hotmail.com 

Keith McCauley, (past Chair) 

Bill McCollom, Waitsfield, VT (EA) 

Mark Mirviss Olympic Valley, CA (FW) 

Ann Ozuna, Spokane, WA (PN) 

Gary Randall, Anchorage, AK (AL) 

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USSA Masters Contacts 

National Chair 

Steve Slivinski 

PO Box 981766 

Ketchum ID 83340 

tel 208.726.3442 

sly@sunvalley.net 

Alaska 

Gary Randall 

2942 Marston Dr 

Anchorage AK 99517 

tel 907.243.4259 

grandall@gci.net 

Central 

Ryan Fuller 

700 Washington Ave #300 

Minneapolis MN 55401 

tel 612.501.3268 

ryanf1541@yahoo.com 

Eastern 

Bill McCollom 

Eastern Masters General Chairman 

593 RR 2 

Bethel VT 05032 

tel 802.234.9561 

bmccollom@skiracing.com 

Eastern - New England 

Nadine Price 

580 Blossom St 

Fitchburg MA 01420 

tel 978.342.8141 

nprice@ntp-associates.com 

Eastern - New York 

Jack Eisenschmid 

675 Grand Ave 

Rochester NY 14609 

tel 716.288.4554 

eisenschmid@frontiernet.net 

Eastern - Southern 

Horst Locher 

PO Box 9 

Basye VA 22810 

tel 540.856.2860 

horst@shentel.net 

Far West 

Mark Mirviss 

450 Forest Glen Road 

Olympic Valley CA 96146 

tel 530.583.6971 

markmirviss@att.net 

Intermountain 

Amy Lanzel 

8720 Hidden Cove Rd 


tel 435.649.5751 

alanzel@xmission.com 

Northern 

Toby Chapman 

210 Rimrock Way 

Missoula MT 59803 

tel 406.541.0866 

tobyandali@yahoo.com 

Pacific Northwest 

Ann Ozuna 

3403 S Tekoa St 

Spokane WA 99203 

tel 509.455.7944 

aozuna@ieway.com 

Rocky Mountain 

Jennifer Kaufman 

2616 W 26th Avenue 

Denver CO 80211 

tel 720.855.8427 

jenniferkaufman@comcast.net 

Eastern - New Jersey 

Roy Scovill 

14 John Henry Dr 

Montville NJ 07045 

tel 201.247.6126 

royscovill@yahoo.com 

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Chapter 2 

Alpine Masters 

Champions 


www.ussa.org 

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ALPINE MASTERS CHAMPIONS 

A summary of medal winners from the 2011 Skiers Edge USSA Masters National 

Championships held at Copper Mtn. and Ski Cooper, CO. Also included are those competitors 

named to the Spyder 2012 U.S. Alpine Masters Team and honored with the Al Sise /Ski 

Racing recognition award based on their results from these championships 

2011 USSA Alpine Masters 

National Championship Medalists 

Copper Mtn. & Ski Cooper, CO Mar. 20-26, 2011 

Event Medal Winners 

Group C Women Downhill – Mar. 20 Ski Cooper, CO 

Class Gold Silver Bronze 

1 Lauren MacMath (RM) 

3 Michelle Wheat (RM) 

4 Jennifer Kaufman (RM) Ingrid Braun (FW) 

5 Barb Brumbaugh (EA) Elizabeth Kennedy (FW) 

6 Jeanette Saylor (RM) 

7 Deb Lewis (FW) Heidi Flood (IM) Debra Mackenzie (IM) 

9 Sandy Hogan (FW) 

10 Lilla Gidlow (CN) 

Group A/B/D Men Downhill – Mar. 20 Ski Cooper, CO 


1 Luke Keenan (PN) Fredrik Nilsen (RM) Jonathan Wolf (RM) 

3 Chris Probert (IM) Bernard Vachon (RM) 

4 Steve Jones (RM) Doug Smith (RM) Steve Dixon (RM) 

5 Jeff Dickinson (RM) Michael LeVan (CN) Leif Nielsen (RM) 

6 Erik Klemme (RM) Richard Briggs (RM) Rick Slabinski (IM) 

7 Kevin Ward (RM) Gary Vogel (CN) Bill Skinner (IM) 

8 Russell Judge (RM) Graham Smith (RM) Bill Gooch (RM) 

9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Wayne Henderson (AK) Wiebe Gortmaker (RM) 

10 Leonard Kaufman (RM) Keith Thompson (IM) Jim Dugan (FW) 

11 Charlie Hauser (RM) Carl Pomey (FW) 

12 Drury Cooper (IM) 

Group C Woman Super Combined – Mar. 22 Copper Mtn, CO 


2 Dana Alexandrescu (IM) Beth Sarazine (IM) 

3 Elyse Tanner (RM) 

4 Jessie McAleer (EA) Kathy Hurdcarrillo (EA) Ingrid Braun (FW) 

5 Lisa Densmore (EA) Barb Brumbaugh (EA) 

6 Andrea Esson (CAN) Mei Brock (IM) Janie Guiliani (CN) 

7 Sally Martin (IM) Heidi Flood (IM) Debra MacKenzie (IM) 

8 Rosie Moschel (IM) 

9 Nancy Auseklis (IM) Sandy Hogan (FW) Marcie Pettigrew (FW) 

10 Anna Droege (IM) Lilla Gidlow (CN) Marietta Frinell (FW) 

11 Grace Oaks (CAN) 

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Group D Men Super Combined – Mar. 22 Copper Mtn, CO 


8 Victor Roy (IM) Bill Gooch (RM) James Ragan (ND) 

9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Bob Sarchett (IM) Gerald Randall (AL) 

10 Lee Kaufman (RM) Keith Thompson (IM) Rich Robertson (PN) 

11 Carl Fullman (IM) John Bloomberg (IM) Harold Wescott (RM) 

12 Edouard Thys (FW) Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Robert Tengdin (CN 

Group A/B Men Super Combined – Mar. 23 Copper Mtn, CO 


1 Matthew Savage (FW) Fredrik Nilsen (RM) Luke Keenan (PN) 

2 James Thoman (EA) Craig Norton (IM) 

3 Kevin Hendrickson (RM) Chris Probert (IM) Toby Chapman (ND) 

4 Ara Papazian (FW) Alex Gadbois (EA) Thunder Jalili (IM) 

5 Tim Hill (PN) Michael Braun (FW) Michael Levan (CN) 

6 Krik Klemme (RM) Robert Skinner (IM) Rich Slabinski (IM) 

7 Mark George (EA) Bill Skinner (IM) Dave Luskin (RM) 

Group C Women Super G – March 24 Copper Mtn, CO 




4 Jesse McAleer (EA) Jennifer Kaufman (RM) Kathy Hurdcarrillo (EA) 

5 Lisa Densmore (EA) Karen Keating (IM) Barb Brumbaugh (EA) 

6 Jeanette Saylor (RM) Victoria Valar (RM) Andrea Esson (CAN) 

7 Sally Martin (IM) Heidi Flood (IM) Donna Skupien (RM) 

8 Rosemary Moschel (IM) Lydia Young (RM) 




Group A/B Men Super G – Mar. 24 Copper Mtn, CO 


1 Matt Savage (FW) Robby Zehner (RM) Fredrik Nilsen (RM) 

2 Craig Norton (IM) James Thoman (EA) Matt Mattice (CN) 

3 Kevin Hendrickson (RM) Toby Chapman (ND) Chris Probert (IM) 

4 Michael Walsh (RM) Steve Masur (EA) Thunder Jalili (IM) 

5 Tim Hill (PN) Michael Braun (FW) Mike McGurl (IM) 

6 Erik Klemme (RM) Greg Sarkis (EA) Robert Skinner (IM) 

7 Pierre Jeangirard (FW) Mark George (EA) David Luskin (RM) 

Group D Men Super G – Mar. 24 Copper Mtn, CO 


8 Victor Roy (IM) James Ragan (ND) Tom Kronthaler (IM) 

9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Wayne Henderson (AK) Bob Sarchett (IM) 

10 Lee Kaufman (RM) Ewald Rainer (RM) Rich Robertson (PN) 

11 John Bloomberg (IM) Carl Fullman (IM) Harold Wescott (RM) 

12 Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Edouard Thys (FW) Robert Tengdin (CN) 

13 John Droege (IM) 

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Group C Women Giant Slalom – Mar. 25 Copper Mtn, CO 


1 Jennifer Higgins (RM) 


3 Elyse Tanner (RM) Michelle Wheat (RM) 

4 Jessie McAleer (EA) Jennifer Kaufman (RM) Kathy Hurdcarrillo (EA) 

5 Lisa Densmore (EA) Karen Keating (IM) Barb Brumbaugh (EA) 

6 Andrea Esson (CAN) Victoria Valar (RM) Amy Lanzel (IM) 

7 Debra MacKenzie (IM) Sally Martin (IM) Heidi Flood (IM) 


9 Nancy Auseklis (IM) Marci Pettigrew (FW) Sandy Hogan (FW) 

10 Anna Droege (IM) Lilla Gidlow (CN) Jan Swift (IM) 


Group A/B Men Slalom – Mar. 25 Copper Mtn, CO 


1 Matt Savage (FW) Fredrik Nilsen (RM) Jeremiah Hall (RM) 


3 Toby Chapman (ND) Kevin Hendrickson (RM) Ted Johnson (RM) 

4 Ara Papazian (FW) Ales Gadois (EA) Steve Masur (EA) 

5 Tim Hill (PN) Mike McGurl (IM) Leif Nielsen (RM) 

6 Dennis Wilhelmsen (ND) Erik Klemme (RM) Robert Skinner (IM) 

7 Bill Skinner (IM) Mark George (EA) Pierre Jeangirard (FW) 

Group D Men Giant Slalom – Mar. 25 Copper Mtn, CO 


8 Bill Gooch (RM) Tom Kronthaler (IM) Steve Perrins (RM) 

9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Bob Sarchett (IM) Wayne Henderson (AK) 

10 Ewald Rainer (RM) Lee Kaufman (RM) Jim Dugan (FW) 

11 Carl Fullman (IM) Charles Hauser (RM) Harold Wescott (RM) 

12 Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Edouard Thys (FW) Robert Tengdin (CN) 


Group C Women Slalom – Mar. 26 Copper Mtn, CO 


1 Jennifer Higgins (RM) 


3 Tanya Muller (RM) Elyse Tanner (RM) 

4 Jessie McAleer (EA) Jennifer Kaufman (RM) Booka Smith (RM) 


6 Andrea Esson (CAN) Victoria Valar (RM) Amy Lanzel (IM) 

7 Debra MacKenzie (IM) Heidi Flood (IM) Anne Gibson (RM) 


9 Sandy Hogan (FW) Marcie Pettigrew (FW) Nancy Ausklis (IM) 

10 Anna Droege (IM) Lilla Gidlow (CN) Jan Swift (IM) 


Group A/B Men Giant Slalom – Mar. 26 Copper Mtn, CO 


1 Matthew Savage (FW) Fredrik Nilsen (RM) Jeremiah Hall (RM) 

2 James Thoman (EA) Craig Norton (IM) Matt Mattice (CN) 

3 Kevin Hendrickson (RM) Toby Chapman (ND) Louis Moore (EA) 

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4 Michael Walch (RM) Thunder Jalili (IM) Ara Papazian (FW) 

5 Tim Hill (PN) Michael Braun (FW) Mike McGurl (IM) 

6 Greg Sarkis (EA) Krik Klemme (RM) Rich Slabinski (IM) 

7 Pierre Jeangirard (FW) Mark George (EA) Kevin Ward (RM) 

Group D Men Slalom – Mar. 26 Copper Mtn, CO 


8 Victor Roy (IM) Bill Gooch (RM) Rich Pannomarew (RM) 

9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Bob Sarchett (IM) Jukka Mahonen (CN) 

10 Lee Kaufman (RM) Keith Thompson (IM) Jim Dugan (FW) 

11 John Bloomberg (IM) Charles Hauser (RM) Carl Fullman (IM) 

12 Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Robert Tengdin (CN) Drury Cooper (IM) 


Combined Medalists 

The age Combined results are awarded based on the lowest total race points score 

accumulated by a competitor for the three events of slalom, giant slalom and super G. Race 

points are calculated as the ratio of the competitor’s time to that of the winner, adjusted 

by a discipline-specific normalization factor set by the FIS which produces a time-based 

“closeness” ranking that can be compared across events. Because of the time-based scoring 

formula, competitors must finish all three events to be eligible for the combined. 

Groups A and B – Men (Age 21-59) 


1 Mat Savage (FW) Fredrik Nilsen (RM) Luke Keenan (PN) 


3 Kevin Hendrickson (RM) Toby Chapman (ND) Louis Moore (EA) 

4 Ara Papazian (FW) Steve Masur (EA) Thunder Jalili (IM) 

5 Tim Hill (PN) Mike McGurl (IM) Leif Nielsen (RM) 

6 Erik Klemme (RM) Greg Sarkis (EA) Dennis Wilhelmsen (ND) 

7 Pierre Jeangirard (FW) Mark George (EA) David Luskin (RM) 

Group C – All Women 




4 Jessie McAleer (EA) Jennifer Kaufman (RM) Kathy Hurdcarrillo (EA) 


6 Andrea Esson (CAN) Victoria Valar (FW) Amy Lanzel (IM) 

7 Debra MacKenzie (IM) Heidi Flood (IM) Sally Martin (IM) 




Group D – Men (Age 60 and over) 


8 Victor Roy (IM) Bill Gooch (RM) James Ragan (ND) 

9 Pepi Neubauer (EA) Wayne Henderson (AK) Bob Sarchett (IM) 

10 Lee Kaufman (RM) Rich Robertson (PN) Jim Phillips (PN) 

11 Carl Fullman (IM) Harold Wescott (RM) Carl Pomey (FW) 

12 Alphonse Sevigny (EA) Robert Tengdin (CN) 


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2011 Division’s Cup 

Eastern claims the 2011 Division’s Cup 

The Division’s Cup is awarded to the division with the best ratio of points scored per 

competitor start for all races in the national championships. Division teams must consist of 

at least 10 competitors to be eligible. Eastern who has been runner up the past 4 years finally 

closed the deal! New for the 2012, the Super G will be included in scoring! 

Division Racers Points/Start Ratio 

Eastern 22 2.673 

Far West 14 2.444 

Intermountain 37 2.344 

Rocky 77 1.492 

Pacific NW 10 1.333 

Central 18 0.875 

Northern 4 2.363* 

Alaska 7 0.833 * 

Canada 4 1.545* 

*Below minimum number of 10 racers from Division. 

2011 Al Sise/Ski Racing Recognition Awards 

Outstanding USSA Alpine Masters Named 

Best performance awards are given to the two most outstanding U.S. alpine masters 

racers based on their performances at the national championships (male and female) and 

are designated The USSA Al Sise/Ski Racing Recognition Award winners. These awards are 

determined by a vote of the national chairpersons or designated representatives from each of 

the divisions. This year’s winners of the Outstanding USSA Alpine Masters Sise Awards were 

Tim Hill (5 Pacific Northwest) and Jessie McAleer (4 Eastern). 

Tim Hill 

Jessie McAleer 

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SPYDER 2012 U.S. ALPINE 

MASTERS NATIONAL TEAM 

The Spyder team is selected based upon a total of world cup points accumulated by each 

competitor for the three events of SL, GS and SG (i.e. 1st in GS [25], 2nd in SL [20] and 3rd 

in SG [15] would be a combined total of 60 points). Ties will be broken by best single result, 

then second best result, then third best result and finally by race points, using the lowest total 

race points if the tied competitors finished the same races in the combined event otherwise by 

best (lowest) points result 

Men’s Classes 

Class Name Division Hometown 

1 Matt Savage FW Reno, NV 

2 James Thoman EA Buffalo, NY 

3 Kevin Hendrickson RM Steamboat, CO 

4 Ara Papazian FW Costa Mesa, CA 

5 Tim Hill PN Bend, OR 

6 Erik Klemme FW Crested Butte, CO 

7 Pierre Jeangirard FW Mammoth, CA 

8 Victor Roy IM Morgan, UT 

9 Pepi Neubauer EA Naples, NY 

10 Lee Kaufman FW Kalispell, MT 

11 Carl Fullman IM Sun Valley, ID 

12 Alphonse Sevigny EA Amesbury, NY 

13 John Droege IM Sun Valley, ID 

Women’s Classes 

Class Name Division Hometown 

1 Jennifer Higgins RM Ft Collin, CO 

2 Dana Alexandrescu IM Park City, UT 

3 Elyse Tanner RM Steamboat, CO 

4 Jessie McAleer EA Lexington, MA 

5 Lisa Densmore EA Hanover, NH 

6 Victoria Valar FW Aspen, CO 

7 Debra McKenzie IM Jackson, WY 

8 Rosemary Moschel IM Park City, UT 

9 Nancy Auseklis IM Sun Valley, ID 

10 Anna Droege IM Sun Valley, ID 

12 Virginia Reed IM Sun Valley, ID 

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Chapter 3 

Alpine Masters 

General Competition Rules 


www.ussa.org 

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RULES AND ENTRY PROCEDURES 

In order to offer a schedule of events consistent across the nation, the masters have adopted 

a set of rules for participation, conduct, and course setting. As you will note, these rules set 

some very specific standards. This is designed to convey the same message to Masters and 

potential Masters everywhere, not unlike the idea that a Big Mac is a Big Mac, weather 

you buy it in Montana, or Moscow. Alpine masters racing is subject to the current FIS 

International Ski Competition Rules (ICR), USSA rules, and alpine masters rules as specified 

in this handbook. These rules are to be used to conduct all USSA sanctioned events from the 

USSA Skier’s Edge Alpine Masters National Championships and regional championships to 

local competitions. 

The following lists important new, changed or emphasized rules, procedures and other 

information highlighted for attention. 

Changed and Rules to Remember 

• In 2012 division quotas will no longer be used at the National Championships. Entries will 

be on a first come bases using an on line entry system. Entries will be cut off when field 

size limits are reached. Wait list will then be set to fill cancellations. 

• In 2012 the SG at the National Championships will be used is scoring for the selection of 

Division Cup and Spyder National Team 

• Helmets manufactured for ski racing are required in all USSA DH, SG, GS and SL races. 

See later in this chapter for specific information. 

• Participants who are 18 to 24, and who hold a Student or Competitor membership, may 

race in Masters events except for Regional and National Championships. USSA Coaches 

may race Masters events if 39 years of age or younger, except for Regional and National 

Championship events in which a Masters membership is required. To race in Championship 

events, racers must hold a Masters membership and be at least 21 years of age. Temporary 

memberships are not valid at Regional or National Championships. 

• The second run start order for Regional and National Championships will be reverse first 

five places, then by order of first run finish within age classes. 

• USSA Masters equipment rules conform to the FIS Masters equipment rules. USSA 

recommends that competitors in USSA Masters events compete on equipment designed 

for the particular discipline (DH, SL, GS, SG) but does not make any recommendations in 

regards to ski length or shape. 

• Athletes must carry primary medical insurance for USSA membership. 

• Racers at Regional Championships named to Regional teams must be from hosting region 

to be named. Easterners to East Team, Westerners to West Team, Central may chose one or 

the other not both. 

Race Entry Procedure 

General Racer Eligibility 

In order to participate in any USSA sanctioned competition, athletes must be members of 

USSA. To participate in USSA masters events, athletes must: 

• be at least 21 years old and hold a USSA Masters membership, or, 

• be 18 to 24 and hold a USSA Student or Competitor membership, or, 

• be 39 and under and hold a USSA Coaches membership, or 

• be at least 18 years old and purchase a temporary USSA membership which is good for one 

event (generally one weekend of racing). This membership option can be purchased only 

one time per season. 

To compete in Regional or National Championship events athletes must hold a USSA 

Masters membership. 

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Possession of the USSA card is essential to compete. It certifies your eligibility to enter 

sanctioned races. And the sanction of races (official calendaring by FIS and/or USSA) is 

the only assurance that events will be run according to the rules of FIS and USSA and in 

compliance with the requirements of those governing organizations. 

The responsibility for confirming the race organizer’s acceptance of an entry belongs to 

the entrant. USSA strongly encourages, but does not require, race organizers to notify racers 

whose entries have not been accepted. 

National events require qualification criteria that must be achieved for entry eligibility. 

Refer to specific rules from your state, division or region. 

Unqualified Racers 

Under FIS (ICR) 603.4.9.4 the race jury may exclude racers from competition. 

Competition regulations provide that to race in a U.S. or regional championship as a 

master, you must meet these criteria: 

1. Be a competitor age 21 or over by Dec. 31 in the current competition season. 

2. One of the following; 

a. U.S. citizen; 

b. Non-citizen who has already taken out first papers for citizenship; 

c. Non-citizen “permanently” domiciled” in the U.S.; 

d. Citizen of a foreign country with which USSA has a reciprocity agreement regarding 

USSA Masters National Championships. Foreign competitors must sign the current 

USSA waiver and release of liability form. Foreign competitors will select a regular 

division which will be entered in their membership record. However, the USSA 

application must include the country of their citizenship which will also be entered in 

their membership record. 

e. All participants (athletes, course setters and jury members), including foreign 

participants, in non-FIS sanctioned USSA events, must be members of USSA in the 

appropriate USSA category. This is a risk management issue and needs to be strictly 

controlled. Every participant must have either a temporary or full season membership. 

Entry Materials 

Entries to masters races should be made according to the race organizer’s specific 

instructions, i.e. online registration, or on a copy of the USSA entry card, printed in the 

Appendix at the back of this competition guide. These entry cards should be copied and used 

throughout your season. The masters entry card differs from the format used for other USSA 

events, and is designed for ease of use and clarity of information for racers and organizers. 

Please copy and use the provided cards. 

When filling out the entry cards, write clearly with ballpoint pen. Be sure that all the 

information you provide is readable. Be especially careful with your USSA number. This is the 

seven-digit number that appears on your membership card. If your number doesn’t have seven 

digits, it’s the wrong number. Check your card. Be sure to include both day and night time 

phone numbers, as event organizers may need to contact participants in the evening hours. 

Send the completed entry information to the address listed under race contact for that event 

listed in the schedules chapter within the entry deadline and with the entry fee. 

Note: Some divisions have different entry procedures for their races. Check each division’s requirements set out 

in the divisional section of this guide. 

Entry Fees 

Entry fees must accompany all entries unless otherwise specified by that division, see 

Ch. 6. Entry fees for some divisions include head tax to offset the expenses of the division. 

Refunds/Cancellations (National/Regional/Divisional) 

It is every racer’s responsibility to inform the race organization, in advance, of their 

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withdrawal from or inability to attend a competition. Race organizers, on their part, are 

obliged to refund most fees for competitions which must be cancelled. When conditions are 

questionable, racers should contact the host organization to confirm if the event will be taking 

place as scheduled. Masters divisional and state websites are also good resources for this 

information. Check the Regional and Divisional programs chapters of this Guide. 

Entry Limits, Conditions and Invitational Events 

In order to control and organize the sport, National, Regional and Divisional competition 

committees may impose entry restrictions and requirements on various events. Please note the 

later sections of this guide for more information. Race organizers and competition juries may 

limit the number of entries in the interest of fairness, as is provided for in the rules. 

All other limitations and conditions on entries proposed by the organizers must be clearly 

stated on their application for calendaring, must be approved by the appropriate USSA 

competition committee in advance, and must be published sufficiently in advance, so that all 

USSA competitors are properly advised. 

Foreign Competitors in USSA Alpine Masters Events 

All foreign participants (athletes, course setters and jury members) in non-FIS sanctioned 

USSA events must be members of USSA in the appropriate USSA category. This is a risk 

management issue and needs to be strictly controlled. Every participant must have either a 

temporary or full season membership. 

In National events, foreign competitors may compete as “Special Guests” subject 

to honorary awards, but these competitors may not medal in any event, unless there is a 

reciprocal agreement in place. 

FIS Declaration for FIS Masters Cup Events 

All athletes, regardless of national affiliation, must complete a FIS Declaration for events 

on the FIS International Calendar, including FIS Masters Cup events in the U.S. and out of 

country. This must be done before the competition and the form must be sent to Bill Skinner 

at the USSA national office. 

USSA Geographic Affiliation 

A racer shall race for the division/region in which he or she resides. The choice (designation) 

of which division a racer registers in should be based on where the racer spends the greatest 

part of his or her ski season. The designation must be made at the start of the season, and 

must be abided by the racer for the entire season. Any conflicts must be resolved before 

participation; contact the divisional office. A racer is expected to compete in at least two events 

within his or her designated division in order to represent this division at national events. 

Requests for in-season changes of affiliation must be made in writing to USSA membership. 

Such in-season changes may result in loss or default of regional/divisional qualifying status. 

General Rules 

Course inspection (FIS ICR) 

The FIS and USSA rules pertaining to course inspection will be strictly enforced by 

the competition jury. Inspection procedures will be announced and posted in advance and 

whenever conditions may require changes. Instructions of the race jury must be followed. 

Competitor inspection of a USSA SG shall be according to the rules for inspection of GS. 

The jury may decide that more than one hour is required for inspection. 

Competitors should expect to be sanctioned for infractions of inspection or training 

procedures and may be sanctioned for serious violations. Coaches may be disciplined for 

violation of procedures on their part, losing their credentials for the meet or further meets, and 

penalties may be applied against a coaches’ team. 

It is a racer’s right and responsibility to inspect the course according to the rules and the 

instructions of the jury. 

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Generally, it is requested that racers follow general course inspection principles, which 

include that side slipping inspection should be done outside the racing line, that there is no 

high speed skiing in the race area, and no shadowing of the course is permissible. 

Official Training (FIS ICR and USSA rules) 

Official training for DH events and USSA masters SG events is an integral part of the 

competition, and all entrants are required to participate according to the competition jury’s 

direction. Competitors must strictly respect the instructions of the competition jury. 

USSA masters SG events are highly recommended by the Masters Committee to include 

training. The training course should be similar to the intended race course(s); “skiing at 

speed” with timed interval starts may be substituted for an actual course set. Super G training 

is not required to compete in SG races All course protection shall be in place for the training 

run(s), which will be run as per DH training. 

Racing numbers, bibs (FIS ICR) 

Competitors must carry their official start numbers during inspection. Bibs must be worn 

during official training. Bibs shall not be modified in any way. The penalty for breach of these 

rules is for the athlete to be sanctioned. 

At awards ceremonies which immediately follow a race, award winners shall wear the bibs 

of the race and appropriate competition clothing if so requested by the organizers. 

Official Start Procedure 

GS, SG, DH: Ten seconds before the start the starter will tell the racer: “ten seconds”. Then 

five seconds before the start he will count “5, 4, 3, 2, 1” and then give the command “go”. 

The racer may start within the interval from 5 seconds before to 5 seconds after the command 

“go”. A start more than 5 seconds early is a false start and subject to sanction. 

SL: When the course is clear the starter gives the racer the warning, “ready”, and a few 

seconds later the start signal “go”. The competitor must start within 10 seconds after this start 

signal. 

Late Start 

A competitor will be sanctioned for appearing late for his or her start). Race juries at 

masters races may waive this rule and allow the competitor to start later in their class or at the 

end of the start order. 

Completion of Gate 

A competitor will be disqualified if he/she fails to cross the (gate) line between the inside 

and outside poles of the gate with both ski tips and both feet. 

A racer who is clearly disqualified for missing a gate may not continue further through the 

course. Violations can result in sanction. 

Racers who were disqualified or who DNF in the first run of a SL or GS are not permitted 

to forerun the second run of the race. 

In the event a pole has been knocked out (removed from its vertical position) and not 

replaced, the competitors ski tips and both feet must pass across the original gate line as 

defined by marking in the snow. 

Crossing Finish Line 

The finish line must be crossed on both skis or on one ski or with both feet in case of a fall 

in the immediate finish area. In this case the time is taken when any part of the competitor’s 

body or equipment stops the timing system (FIS ICR 615.3). 

Interference (FIS ICR) 

If a competitor feels that he or she has suffered from interference on the course, he or she 

must stop immediately and ski out of the course and request a provisional rerun from any 

jury member or jury advisor, explaining the specific problem and location. The jury will 

give immediate instruction. The jury will determine the validity of the claim in a subsequent 

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meeting, according to the rules relating to reruns. Grounds for interference include blocking 

of the course by an official, a spectator, an animal, or other obstruction; blocking of the 

course by a fallen competitor who did not clear the course soon enough; objects in the course 

such as a lost ski pole or the ski of a previous competitor; activities of the first aid service 

which obstruct the racer; absence of a gate knocked down by a previous competitor and not 

promptly replaced; other similar incidents beyond the will and control of the competitor, 

which cause significant loss of speed or a lengthening of the racing line and subsequently 

affect the competitor’s time; malfunction of the timekeeping system; interruption of a DH run 

by an official in a “yellow zone” . 

Binding Release 

A binding release occurring more than two gates above the finish in SL or GS or one gate 

in DH shall be considered a “clear disqualification”. Racers may not continue on the course. 

Juries may waive this rule in advance. A racer may not accept outside help in any form during 

a race. A racer may finish a race on one ski from the last gate to the finish in GS and SL. 

Course Maintenance 

Although race organizers are responsible for proper course preparation, competition juries 

may require racer assistance in the preparation of the course should conditions warrant. 

Protests (FIS ICR and USSA rules) 

If a racer protests the decision of a race official, he or she must submit a written protest and 

post a bond of an amount determined by the competition jury. If the protest is denied, the bond 

is forfeited. If the racer appeals this jury decision to USSA authority, an additional bond must 

similarly accompany the appeal. Appeals of jury decisions at FIS events must first be made to 

USSA. 

Helmets 

Helmets designed and manufactured for the particular discipline of ski racing being 

contested are required for all competitors and forerunners in all USSA events and official 

training. Helmets must bear a CE mark and conform to recognized and appropriate standards 

such as CEH.Din 1077, ASTM F2040, SNELL S98 or RS 98. 

Helmets must cover the head and ears. Helmets with spoilers or edges that stick out are not 

permitted. Protective features integral to the discipline being contested, such as chin guards 

on slalom helmets are permitted. 

USSA does not specify nor recommend nor make any warranties as to the fitness for use of 

any particular ski helmet design or brand name. USSA undertakes no responsibility, liability 

or duties to any competitor in connection with the requirement that helmets be utilized. It is 

the sole responsibility of the competitor to select an appropriate helmet for accident protection 

in ski racing. 

Caution: Age and use affect the protective qualities of all safety helmets. Some older helmets 

and any helmets that have been damaged either in a racing fall or from other impact may no 

longer provide sufficient protection – even if there are no visible indications of damage. 

Ski-brakes (FIS and USSA) 

Regardless of the height of the anti-vibration plates within these limits, ski brakes which 

are functional with the actual ski/plate/binding in use are required and are the responsibility 

of the respective producers and the athletes. Any and all ski brakes used by competitors in all 

events, including masters events, must be functional and comply with all FIS requirements 

related thereto. 

Competitor’s Obligations 

Competitors are obligated to make themselves familiar with the appropriate FIS Rules 

and must comply with the additional instructions of the organizing committee and the jury. 

Additionally, sanctions may be taken by the Jury against competitors behaving themselves in 

an unsportsmanlike manner towards members of the organizing committee officials and the 

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public. A copy of the official FIS, International Ski Competition Rules (“Blue Book”) can be 

obtained from the USSA membership department. 

Ranking and Placement 

Within each of the eight USSA divisions, masters racers compete against members of their 

own age class for individual awards. Most divisions also have a season-long competition for an 

overall winner. In New England, masters compete for the Sise Cup, while in the Intermountain 

division, the Jans Cup is the masters grail. Outside divisional lines, masters may compete in 

regional championships. These events do not take past results into consideration, and allow 

for interdivisional rivalries to add to the excitement. Masters events do not contribute to 

a national points list. Most masters use the national championships results as a basis for 

national comparison. Masters races are therefore considered non-scored events. 

On a per event, and interdivisional basis, points are frequently assigned based upon old 

World Cup (scoring top-15) values, within each masters class. Such accrual is used for 

determination of finish place, combined awards, and seeding. Team captains representing 

each division may take racers individual points average into consideration for seeding at 

national and regional events. 

Old World Cup Scoring (top 15) 

Place Points Place Points Place Points 

1 25 6 10 11 5 

2 20 7 9 12 4 

3 15 8 8 13 3 

4 12 9 7 14 2 

5 11 10 6 15 1 

Masters FIS Points 

FIS Masters points are calculated by taking the average of the two best results in FIS 

Masters Cup races in the previous year. Masters points are calculated on three separate scores 

in each of the three age groups; A, B, and C. Different points are calculated for GS and SL. GS 

Points may be used for seeding SG and DH. Draw is made according to FIS masters points in 

each age group. A first seed of up to the 15 best competitors, regardless of nationality, will be 

drawn. The remaining competitors will start in order of their FIS masters points. Competitors 

without FIS masters points will be drawn and placed within the last seed within each group. 

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Chapter 4 

Event Rules for U.S. and 

Regional Championships and 

International Competitions 


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U.S. MASTERS NATIONAL AND 

REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AND 

SPEED SERIES 

General Championships Rules 

1. Technical delegates for USSA Alpine Masters National Championships will be nominated 

in consultation with the national alpine masters working group chair and the appropriate 

USSA representative. The TD cannot compete in the event. 

2. FIS/USSA course specifications apply as modified in this section. SG and DH races must 

be held on homologated courses. 

3. A divisional representative may be appointed by the national alpine masters working 

group. The representative must approve proposed trails and slopes to be used by areas 

proposing or selected to hold USSA Alpine Masters National Championships. 

4. Each course setter must have proven experience with masters events wherein he/she has 

displayed a complete understanding of the philosophy of masters racing and has set courses 

within these specifications and requirements in the past. 

5. Qualified masters racers entered may set courses. 

6. Major emphasis must be placed on course preparation and conditioning installation of hill 

protection. 

7. Course setters should set appropriate, legal, rhythmical, and challenging courses which test 

technical skills and not racers’ nerve. Course setters should meet with the TD regarding 

specifications. 

8. The jury is responsible to ensure that course setters do their work correctly. 

9. If the course set is not acceptable to the jury, it may be reset by an appointee of the masters 

working group. 

10. Whenever possible the SG event should not be held on the same hill as the DH after 

the DH has been run. This is intended to prevent those running the DH having an unfair 

advantage over those who did not. 

National Championship Seeding 

Classes could have up to 50 participants. Due to the wide range of abilities within each 

class, four seeds need to be established. (Realizing the smaller classes will have fewer racers 

per seed; it’s easier to establish one set of criteria for all classes). 

1st seed Criteria 

Racer must have proven results to “place in the top three”. National race experience is 

assumed. 

2nd seed Criteria 

If several (2-3) of the top racers falter, this racer “has results to place in the top three”. 

3rd seed Criteria 

Racer has results “to place in the top half of this (national) field”. 

4th seed Criteria 

Racer has no national experience or “proven results to meet the prior seeds”. 

Age Classes 

Current definitions of masters classes, for the purpose of awarding U.S. and regional 

medals, are as follows for men and women. Class is determined by racer’s age as of Dec. 31 

of the current competition season. Racers may only race in their own age group. 

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U.S. & Regional Championship Age Classes 

Class 1 Ages 21-29 (1982-90) Class 8 Ages 60-64 (1947-51) 






Class 7 Ages 55-59 (1952-56) Class 14 Ages 90 & over (1921 and earlier) 

Age Class Groupings 

Group A Men’s Classes 1-4 Group B Men’s Classes 5-7 

Group C Women’s Classes 1-12 Group D Men’s Classes 8-13 

Running Orders 

For national and regional events, the following running orders shall apply. 

1. When all competitors are run on the same course or when there are two courses (division 

may be by group A/B and D/C, or split between classes so there are a fairly even number of 

racers on each course) with the following running order: When C/D Group running same 

course: Oldest class first in order i.e. oldest woman first - then oldest men in class 14. Next 

oldest class woman then men until last of class 10, then all woman then class 9-8 men: 

2. When there are separate races for each group, the running order shall be by class from 

oldest to youngest in each race. 

3. When there are two courses, division may be by groups A/B and C/D or split between 

classes so there are a fairly even number of racers on each course with running order as in 

1 above. 

4. Second run running order in class will be reversed top five in class then by order of first run 

finish for rest of class. 

Discipline Regulations 

Downhill 

1. All DH races must be held on courses which have been FIS or USSA homologated prior 

to the event and which have been approved by the masters working group chairman or 

appointed representative. Schedule agreements cannot be executed in the absence of 

homologation numbers for that course and discipline. 

2. Course conditioning should be smooth and firm for the full course width and all outside 

areas where a racer might go offline. 

3. Choppy bumps, ruts, etc. should be removed before race training begins and after training 

and prior to the race. Competitors may be required to pack and side slip the course when 

necessary, at the discretion of the jury. 

4. Course setter guidelines: 

a. Set a rhythmic and challenging course that tests a racer’s technical skills. 

b. Speeds in excess of 70 mph are discouraged. 

5. Vertical drop (VD)/Number of direction changes (DC) 

Min. VD Max VD 

All Classes 400 m 700 m 

There is no specific number of direction changes required, only the number needed for 

visibility from one gate to the next and to aid racers with anticipation of line. 

6. Safety requirements: 

a. Ski brakes will be used on all skis; no straps. 

b. Helmets are required for official training and racing. See Ch 2 for more information. 

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c. The TD and other members of the jury have the right and duty, after the first or subsequent 

training runs, to propose for jury decision, the exclusion from further participation, those 

competitors who do not demonstrate the ability to complete the course in racing fashion 

or whose personal safety appears endangered because they do not measure up to the 

difficulties of the course. Competitors who snowplow, side slip, or make SL or GS turns 

between gates in order to slow down, shall not be deemed to be completing the course 

in racing fashion. Racers who enter and who are subsequently excluded by the jury will 

not be entitled to receive entry fee or lift ticket refunds. 

7. Official Training: 

a. DH training should be so organized as to permit maximum timed training runs. All 

racers must have the opportunity to take a minimum of two official training starts on the 

course prior to race day. If two training runs are not possible, the race may be changed 

to a SG. 

b. The jury shall have the power to declare that the 2nd training run may count as the race 

if conditions on race day require race to be cancelled. 

c. All competitors must start in one of the two official training runs. 

d. The training schedule will be established and distributed to all competitors. It is desirable 

to schedule training for men and women by age groups. 

e. A starter shall control the training starts. 

f. The entire course shall be monitored by course officials with radio communication 

during all training periods. 

g. All hill protection shall be in place for all training runs. 

h. The masters working group shall determine at the time of sanction approval, whether 

nor not a two-run DH is appropriate for that event. Two-run DHs are not encouraged. 

At the running of the event, the Jury shall have the power to change to a two-run DH if 

appropriate. 

Super G 

1. All SG races must be held on courses which have been FIS or USSA homologated prior 

to the event and which have been approved by the masters working group or its appointed 

representative, as suitable for masters competition. Schedule Agreements cannot be 

executed in the absence of homologation numbers for that course and discipline. 

2. Terrain should be preferably undulating and rolling. Skillful use of the terrain is important. 

Preparation should be the same as DH. 

3. Vertical drop (VD)/Number of direction changes (DC) 

Min. VD Max VD # DC 

All Classes 300 m 450 m 7% - 10% of VD 

Number of gates counts changes in direction only. 


a. Set a rhythmic and challenging course that tests a racer’s technical skills. 

b. Set as in the DH section above. 

c. A SG should present a variety of long and medium turns which a good adult racer can 

ski aggressively. 

d. The line must not be set in the fall-line of the slope. The course should include some 

turns which can be made in a tuck and some that cannot. 

Guidelines for direction change are: 

- On steeps (up to 90 degrees) 

- On medium slopes (30-60 degrees) 

- On flats (minimum turns with emphasis on gliding skills). 

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5. Pre-race inspection/training: 

a. Whenever possible, the course should be set the day before the race or training run. 

b. Careful course inspection is an extremely important aspect of SG for all racers. 

Inspection shall be according to the rules of GS. Competitors should be allowed to study 

the course the day before the race and on the morning of race day. The jury may decide 

if more than one hour should be required for inspection. 

c. A training run for masters SG is highly recommended, although not mandatory. 

d. All hill protection shall be in place for the training runs which shall be run the same as 

for DH training. 




Giant Slalom 

1. All GS races should be held on courses which have been FIS or USSA homologated 

prior to the event. Courses must have been approved by the masters working group or its 

appointed representative, as suitable for masters competition. 

2. Course conditioning should provide smooth, firm snow. A very wide line must be prepared. 

3. Men and women shall make two runs, using a separate course for each run. Men and 

women may run on the same course or divided as outlined in the Running Order section. 

4. The second run start order will be as follows: 

a. All racers will start within class in order of first run results. Racers must always race 

within their own age class. 

b. Those competitors who wish to make a second run after a first run DSQ or DNF, may 

do so at the discretion of the jury. Their second run shall be taken in class order after all 

qualified racers in their class have completed their second run. The second run shall not 

count in any way in the discipline or combined results. 


a. Set a rhythmic and challenging course that tests racers’ technical skills. 

b. Stay off of the fall line using the terrain and avoiding a complexity of gates. 

c. Gate patterns should emphasize skill in making round turns, avoiding wiggles, blind 

traps and jam turns. 

e. Gate widths should be large, near FIS maximums. 

f. The course should demand changes in rhythm, speed, and adaptability through terrain 

changes. 

6. Vertical drop (VD)/number of direction changes (DC): 

Min. VD Max VD # DC 

Men A & B 250 m 350 m 11% - 15% 

Men D and Women C 200 m 300 m 11% - 15% 




Slalom 

1. Courses must have been approved by the masters working group or its appointed 

representative, as suitable for masters competition. 

2. Course conditions should be hard, but not icy, with chemical use as needed. 

3. Course preparation should try to ensure race conditions remain the same for all competitors 

from first to last, and that consistent conditions remain within age classes. 

4. A SL race must always consist of two runs, each on a different course. A separate race must 

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e run for each group. 


a. Set a rhythmic and challenging course that tests a racers technical skills. 

b. Stay off of the fall line. 

c. Gate patterns should demand rounded turns, not abrupt gymnastic turns. Look for 

changes in speed, rhythm, turn radius. 

d. Avoid blind traps leading to jammed turns. 

e. Gate width should be near FIS maximums. 

f. The course should demand memory skills, but avoid a forest of meaningless gates. 

g. The maximum distance between two gates is 13 meters. 

6. Vertical drop (VD)/number of direction changes (DC): 

Min. VD Max. VD # DC 

Men A and B 100 m 220 m 30-35% VD (+- 3) 

Men D and Women C 100 m 200 m 30-35% VD (+- 3) 

7. The second run start order will be as follows: 

a. All racers will start in order of first run results. Racers must always race within their own 

age class. 

b. Those competitors desiring a second run after a first run DSQ or DNF, may do so at the 

discretion of the jury. The second run shall be taken after all the qualified racers in their 

class have completed their second runs. The second run shall not count in any way in the 

discipline or combined results. 




b. Although not required, head, face, and body protection is recommended. 

Complete FIS Rules/FIS ICR Books 

Competitors and coaches are responsible for knowledge and proper observance of the FIS 

ICR as appearing in the latest edition of the rule book (2002) and in the annual ‘Precisions’. 

Further excerpts from the FIS rules are not reprinted here, as they appear in the ICR book, 

but the complete rules are just as applicable as those specifically noted in this chapter of the 

alpine Competition Guide. Copy of the new ICR may be purchased at or through USSA’s 

membership customer service hotline at 435.647.2666. 

Regional and Divisional Rules and Procedures 

Each region and division (and state programs in the East) also have additional rules and 

procedures which apply. Please consult the regional sections for information on these in your 

area. Particularly note membership requirements in divisional or state organizations and 

participation requirements for selection to divisional and regional teams and quotas. 

Important Message about Communications 

Communication between alpine offices and competitors is one of the most important parts 

of your programs. Please make certain that you will be kept informed of USSA national, 

regional, divisional, state and local correspondence throughout the year. Much of this 

information is provided in this Competition Guide. 

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INTERNATIONAL MASTERS RULES 

In addition to the divisional alpine masters programs and the USSA Alpine Masters 

National Championships, masters racers can find even more competition in the FIS Masters 

Cup events. This series includes approximately twenty races held in Europe and North 

America. 

Eligibility 

Entries are limited to men and women over 30 years old by Dec. 31, of the competition 

season, who are members of their FIS national ski association. Competitions in November 

and December are considered part of the following year. 

Age Classes 

Men 

Group A 30-34=1; 35-39=2; 40-44=3; 45-49=4; 50-54=5 

Group B 55-59=6; 60-64=7; 65-69=8; 70-74=9; 75-79=10; 80-84=11; 85-89=12 

Women 

Group C All women are group C with age classes the same as above. 

Entries 

The number of entries from each country is not limited, except U.S. entries may be limited 

at races in the U.S. Entries must be received by the organizing committee at least 24 hours 

before the draw (See Chapter 5 for special entry procedure for 2012 Criterium at Mammoth 

Mtn. CA), except as noted for U.S. entries. Late individual entries may be accepted only at 

the discretion of the organizing committee. The official representation of each national ski 

association must ensure that each competitor is in possession of a valid membership issued by 

that association. A quota system, the same as for the Nationals, will be used for U.S. entries 

in International events if field size is limited. 

Ski Length Rules for FIS Masters Races 

Specifications as to the length and the radius of the skis are changed to be recommendations. 

Exception: The ski length in super G may not be less than Men 185 cm and Ladies 180 cm. 

See the current FIS Specifications for Competition Equipment rules for specific information. 

Special USSA Conditions for International Races 

You must have a valid USSA Masters membership to enter FIS Masters Cup events and you 

must also comply with FIS and USSA requirements specific to international competitions. 

International License Outside North America 

According to the FIS ICR, to be eligible to enter and compete in international ski events, a 

competitor must have a specific membership issued by his or her own national ski association. 

In the USA, this is referred to as an ‘International License’. Members are considered licensed 

to the extent that their entries are managed by USSA. An athletes declaration, and entry 

request and waiver must be filed with USSA for eligibility to International events. Entrants 

are advised that entry request and waiver forms do not gain entry to the event, but merely 

serve to notify USSA of a request to add the competitors name to the entry list. Applications 

for entry must still be submitted to the race organizer. 

Rules and Guidelines for International Licensing 

Rules and guidelines for international licensing are reviewed annually. Interested athletes 

or coaches should contact the competition services manager at 435.647.2030 and/or their 

respective competition director for rules and guideline criteria along with application forms. 

Canadian FIS Competitions 

For FIS races in Canada, international licensing is deemed to be in order when entries are 

made by USSA staff or properly named team captains, and this licensing is limited to the 

specific races so entered. 

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FIS Athlete Declaration (FIS ICR) 

All athletes wishing to participate in internationally sanctioned races must complete the 

FIS Athlete Declaration form and submit this to their national federation before they can be 

licensed, entered or participate in FIS competitions of any kind. 

USA Entry Request, FIS Declaration 

USSA masters wishing to compete internationally must complete an FIS declaration and 

submit an entry request with signed declaration to the USSA masters office, a minimum of three 

weeks prior to departure from the USA. Acknowledgement of entry and/or documentation 

verifying licensing and authorizing self-representation will be returned prior to departure. 

Masters Points 

Only FIS masters points are valid for consideration. FIS masters points are calculated by 

taking the average of the two best results in FIS Masters Cup races achieved the previous 

year. Masters points are calculated for each competition according to three separate rankings 

in each of the three groups; A, B and C. 

Points will be calculated separately for SL and GS competitions. GS points are also valid 

for SG and DH. 

Draw 

The draw is made in the various age classes. A first seed of up to the best 15 competitors 

within each age class present, regardless of nationality, will be drawn. The remaining 

competitors start in order of their FIS Masters points. Competitors without FIS Masters points 

will be drawn and placed in the last seed within each age class. 

Courses 

It is recommended that GS races be held in a single run and SL in two runs (See USSA 

Additional Rules and Procedures for special U.S. provisions). All competitions are to be held 

on a FIS homologated course, with the following vertical drop specifications: 

Slalom 

All Categories Min. 120 m Max 180 m 

Giant Slalom 

A group Min 250 m Max 350 m 

B and C group Min 200 m Max 300 m 

Super G 

All groups Min 300 m Max 400 m 

Two courses with different characteristics and different start and finish points must be 

prepared, allowing contemporary or simultaneous carrying out of the races for group A on one 

course and group B and C together on another. Should this not be possible, the races may be 

held on one single course, provided the start and vertical drops differ. 

In principle, older groups shall always have priority, except when the jury decides 

otherwise, due to bad weather or other special difficulties. Further, group C (women) always 

has priority. 

The start intervals for men and women aged 75 and older (ICR art. 621.10) will not be 

shorter than one minute. The starting order for the second run shall continue to apply to each 

age class (reverse first five). 

Technical Delegate 

The organizing committee must reimburse the expenses of the FIS technical delegate, 

according to FIS regulations. All other rules and subsequent precisioning are according to 

the current International Ski Competition Rules (ICR) except where there are specific ICR 

Masters regulations. 

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Classification 

The organizing committee at each race must establish a classification for groups A, B and C 

for the FIS masters points and for each five-year age class for awards. Immediately following 

the competition, race results must be sent to: Dr. Harald Herbert, Bachinggasse 6a, A-6370 

Kitzbuhle, Austria. 

Additional USSA Rules and Procedures for FIS Events 

1. All U.S. racers entering FIS Masters Cup events shall have a current USSA masters 

membership. Racers must enter using the same name that appears on their USSA masters 

membership in order to qualify. 

2. For information contact USSA Alpine Masters National Coordinator Bill Skinner 

(435.647.2633) or for specific event information contact Bob Davis (858.342.6125). 

3. For entries to foreign events, please see preceding under ‘Entries’ heading, earlier in this 

chapter. 

4. Entries to U.S. FIS Events - see “USA Entries” earlier in this chapter. 

5. No additional international license is required for entry into FIS International Masters 

events. Further, no special payment or registration is necessary for scoring into the FIS 

Masters Points Lists. You must have signed the FIS Athlete Declaration and been given a 

FIS number by USSA prior to competition. 

6. GS events in the U.S. will normally consist of two runs. Total combined time for scoring 

will be used unless decided otherwise by the jury. 

Scoring Information Rules for FIS Masters Cup Events 

1. All of the races on the calendar may be scored for the FIS Masters Cup. 

2. Each racer’s best nine results will be counted in scoring for the FIS Masters Cup in his or 

her age class. 

3. Each racer must score in at least six results to be classified in the FIS Masters Cup series in 

his or her age class. 

4. In case of ties, placing will be determined by totaling FIS points in the results scored for 

the FIS Masters Cup series. 

5. If early season events are cancelled, they may be rescheduled during the last week of 

February. 

6. Points are scored by places according to the former World Cup formula. 

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Chapter 5 

Major Events 


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SKIER’S EDGE ALPINE MASTERS 

NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 

The 2012 USSA Alpine Masters National Championships will be held Mar. 19-23 at 

Park City Mountain Resort, UT. This year’s championships will include four events: super 

combined (SC), SG, GS and SL. There will be a separate DH championship race Mar. 10-11 

at Ski Cooper, CO. Check www.ussa.org for details as they become available. 

Qualification 

All entrants must be valid USSA alpine masters members no later than Jan. 15, 2012. Each 

division determines qualification for the national championships based upon differing criteria. 

See your divisional section for national championship criteria. 

Registration 

1. Online registration for the 2012 Nationals will start Dec. 1 at www.skiracereg.com 

2. Mail in entries can also be sent by completing a single entry card for all events in which 

you wish to compete. 

3. Write one check for all events in which you wish to compete, made payable to: Park City 

Mountain Resort 

4. There is a $10 late fee for entries after Feb. 25, 2011 for both online and hard copy entries.. 

5. Hard copy entries are to be sent directly to: 

Esther Delli Quadri 

227 Diagon Alley, Box 771736 

Steamboat Springs CO 80477 

Tel: 970.879.1346 

6. The Masters Committee has established the following policy for cancellations: Masters 

must cancel two weeks prior to the event for a full refund (Midnight, Mar. 5, 2012). 

Masters who cancel within the two week period are not entitled to a full refund; refund 

percentages are at the discretion of the host area. (No refunds at PCMR for non-injury/ 

emergency requests). Masters who cancel due to emergencies, or recent (within the 

cancellation period) injury, may be subject to a $20 service fee by the host area. Park City 

Mountain Resort will charge $20 on all refunds due to emergencies and/or injuries during 

the cancellation period. (After midnight, Mar. 5, 2012). 

7. Division quotas will not longer determine entry in the Masters National Championship. 

Entry is on a first come bases until field size is reached. 300 for Park City. 

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Schedule 

Sunday, March 18 

12-5 p.m. Registration PCMR Sport Desk 

2 p.m. Seed Meetings PCMR 

3:30 p.m. National Committee Meeting PCMR or USSA 

Monday, March 19 

SC - C/D 

8-5 p.m. Registration PCMR Sport Desk 

8:15 a.m. Lift Open for Racers C/D groups Payday 

8:30-9:30 a.m. SG Inspection C/D groups Payday 

9:45 a.m. Super Combined SG C/D groups Payday 

12 p.m. Super Combined SL C/D groups Payday 

5:15 p.m. Welcome Reception PC Legacy Lodge 

Tuesday, March 20 

SC - A/B 

8-5 p.m. Registration PCMR Sport desk 

8:15 a.m. Lift Open for Racers A/B groups Payday 

8:30-9:30 a.m. SG Inspection A/B groups Payday 

9:45 a.m. Super Combined SG A/B groups Payday 

12:30 p.m. Super Combined SL A/B groups Payday 

5:15 p.m. Après Party PC Legacy Lodge 

Wednesday, March 21 SG - all groups 


8:15 a.m. Lift Open for Racers All groups Payday 

8:30-9:30 a.m. SG Inspection C/D groups Payday 

9:45 a.m. SG C/D groups Payday 

11:45-12:30 p.m. SG Inspection A/B groups Payday 

12:45 p.m. SG A/B groups Payday 


Thursday, March 22 SL - A/B and GS - C/D 


8:15 a.m. Lifts Open for Racers All Groups Payday/Eagle 

8:30-9:30 a.m. Course Inspections All groups Payday/Picabo 

9:45 a.m. SL A/B groups Picabo 

10 a.m. GS C/D groups Payday 


Friday, March 23 

GS - A/B and SL - C/D 

8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Registration PCMR Sport desk 

8:15 a.m. Lifts Open for Racers Payday/Eagle 

8:30-9:30 a.m. Course Inspections All groups Payday/CB 

9:30 a.m. GS A/B groups CB run 

10 a.m. SL C/D groups Payday 

6 p.m. Banquet PC Legacy Lodge 

Note: Schedule subject to change. 

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Fees 

SC $60 - Late fees of $10 per race after Mar. 5, 2012 

SG $50 

GS $45 

SL $45 

Banquet $40 - Payable to PCMR at registration, on or before Thur., Mar. 22 at 12 p.m. 

Lift Ticket $40 Purchase lift tickets at registration 

Information Contact 

Park City Resort Race Dept. email: mollyl@pcmr.com 

PO Box 39 tel.: 435.647.5427 


Lodging Information 

Special lodging packages will be posted at www.ussa.org and www.ussamasters.org. 

SKIER’S EDGE 

FIS MASTERS WORLD CRITERIUM 

Mammoth Mtn., CA Mar. 26-31, 2012 

Every five years the World of Masters racing comes to America. This time around 

Mammoth Mountain has the honor of hosting the 2012 Masters World Championships this 

March. Expect up to 300 racers from around the world to attend. 

Qualification 

All entrants must be current USSA masters member 30 years of age or older before Dec. 

31, 2011 and have an active FIS Masters License. The FIS license can be purchased through 

the USSA office in Park City. Application is can be downloaded online and sent to the Park 

‘City office. Not sure if you’re if your FIS number is current? Go to www.fis-ski.com click 

Competitor Biographies enter your name if your name pops up with number and active your 

good to go. If not you are lapsed. Contact Bill Skinner at bskinner@ussa.org to get application 

or online. This will need to be done before entry deadline. 

Entry Fees 

4 race entries and tickets for 6 days, banquet dinner $ 420 



Specially priced family tickets are available at registration 

Entry Deadline 

Entries are due by Saturday Feb. 25, 2012 (30 days prior to the first races) with a nonrefundable 

deposit of $ 100 per racer and a confirmation on a FIS entry form from each 

participating ski federation. To pay for the deposit go to www.AlpineReg.com starting on 

Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011. The remaining balance needs to be paid at registration. 

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Lodging 

The Mammoth Mountain Inn is the host hotel and located slope side within walking distance 

to lifts, race trails and finish area, discounted rooms are available by calling 1-800-Mammoth, 

(1-800-626-6684) and mention “FIS World Criterium Alpine Masters 2012” when making 

your reservation. 

To book online go to https://lodging.mammothmountain.com/v1web/Availability. 

asp?WCI=Groups&WCE=GroupSelect Group ID 13601, password 37002884. 

Additional lodging in Mammoth Lakes can be found at www.visitmammoth.com. 

Contact Info 

Mammoth Mountain Race Department, Box 24, #1 Minaret Rd., Mammoth Lakes CA tel. 

760.934.0642, fax 760.934.0613 email racedepartment@mammoth-mtn.com. 

Schedule 

Monday, March 26 

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Registration MCC 

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. SL and GS training (free) 

4:30 p.m. Welcome Reception MCC 

Tuesday, March 27 

FIS World Criterium 

7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Registration MCC 

10 a.m. Group A - SL Andy’s Double Gold 

10 a.m. Group B - SG Cornice Bowl / Fascination 

1 p.m. Group C - SG Cornice Bowl / Fascination 

4:30 p.m. Awards Party MCC 

Wednesday, March 28 FIS World Criterium 

7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Registration MCC 

10 a.m. Group A - SG Cornice Bowl / Fascination 

Group B - Day off 

10 a.m. Group C - SL Andy’s Double Gold 


Thursday, March 29 FIS World Criterium 

Group A - Day off 

10 a.m. Group B - SL Fascination 

10 a.m. Group C - GS (2 runs) Cornice Bowl / Terry’s 


Friday, March 30 

FIS World Criterium 

10 a.m. Group A - GS (2 runs) Cornice Bowl / Fascination 

10 a.m. Group B - GS (2 runs) Cornice Bowl / Terry’s 

Group C - Day off 

6:30 p.m. Final Awards Party and Dinner 

Saturday, March 31 FIS Masters Cup 

10 a.m. Group A - GS (1 run) Cornice Bowl / Terry’s 

10 a.m. Group B - GS (1 run) Cornice Bowl / Fascination 

1 p.m. Group C - GS (1 run) Cornice Bowl /Fascination 

MCC = Mountainside Conference Center 

Awards immediately following the race finish area. 

Schedule is subject to change, updated information will be available each day in the 

Mountainside Conference Center. 

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FIS MASTERS CUP 

Schedule 

Date Site Disciplines 

Sept. 15-16 Valle Nevado, CHI GS/SG 

Sept. 18 La Parva CHI SL 

Dec. 10-11 Sestriere, ITA SL/GS 

Dec. 17-18 Maria Alm, AUT SL/GS 

Jan. 6-7-8 Les Houches, FRA SG/SL/GS 

Jan. 14-15 Kaprun, AUT SG/SG 

Jan. 21-22 Bischofswiesen, GER GS/SL 

Jan. 28-29 Veysonnaz, SUI SL/GS 

Feb. 10-11-12 Megeve, GBR SG/SL/GS 

Feb. 17-18 Zagreb, CRO SL/GS 

Feb. 24-25-26 Piancavallo, ITA SG/GS/SL 

Mar. 3-4 Pec pod Snezkou, CZE SL/GS 

Mar. 27-31 Mammoth Mtn. USA SL/GS/GS/SG 

Apr. 14-15 Abetone, ITA SL/GS 

Schedule subject to change. Contact Bill Skinner at USSA or FIS Masters Committee representative Bob Davis 

T: 858.342.6125 for updated information before making travel plans. 

MOLECULE F - MASTERS 

NATIONAL SPEED SERIES 

The 2011 Masters National Speed Series to be held in six divisions, with fourteen events. 

Season long awards will be presented to overall fastest lady, younger man (59 and under) older 

man (60+) with custom belt buckles going to the top three season long age class winners. This 

series will give those Masters with a taste for speed the opportunity to crown the Masters 

National Speed Champions. See the fall Masters Newsletter for complete details. 

Schedule 

Date Site Disciplines 

Jan. 6 Park City, UT SG 

Jan. 21 Mammoth, CA SG/SG 

Feb. 2-3 Big Sky, MT SG 

Feb. 10 Killington, VT SG 

Feb. 13-15 Soldier Mtn., ID DH/DH 

Feb. 18-20 Aspen, CO SG/DH 

Feb. 23-24 Schweitzer, ID 2SG 

Mar. 10-11 Ski Cooper, CO 2DH 

Mar. 21 Park City, UT SG (Finals) 

Entry Contacts 

Entries should be sent to hosting division - check their websites under links at www.ussa. 

org > Masters. 

For Nationals and Regional event see info under “Major Events” USSA web site. 

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REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 

The 2012 USSA Regional Championships are open to masters competitors from all regions 

of the USA and Canada. The combined class winners will be named to the Regional Team and 

receive an embroidered jacket signifying their membership. Regional Team members must be 

from the host geographic region; East or West. Central members may decide between the two 

regions, not both. The criteria for the team is the same as selection for the Spyder Nationals 

Team. Total old style World Cup points, ties decided by best result, then next best and finally 

race points. 

USSA Western Regional Championships 

Big Sky, MT Feb. 2-5, 2012 

Northern Division will be hosting the USSA Western Championships in 2012. Big Sky 

racing frequent host of our Nationals Championships is welcoming all Masters to their 

premier venues. The field size will be limited to the first 200 entered competitors. 

Registration 

Entries are due online or hard copy to BSSEF and checks payable to Intermountain Masters 

on or before Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2011. Entries received after the Jan. 28 deadline will be 

charged a $20 late fee. No refunds after Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012, 5 p.m. 

Prefer Online Registration at www.skiracereg.com 

Or mail check payable to Intermountain Masters and entry card to: BSSEF, PO Box 

160134, Big Sky MT 59716 

For additional information contact Meri Stratton at intermountainmasters@gmail.com or 

541.490.5888. 

A current USSA membership is required to compete, no temporary registrations will be 

accepted for Regionals. 

Schedule 

Thursday, Feb. 2 

Friday, Feb. 3 

Saturday, Feb. 4 

Sunday, Feb. 5 

SG - A/B 

SC - C/D 

SG - C/D 

SC - A/B 

GS - A/B 

SL - C/D 

Banquet 

SL - A/B 

GS - C/D 

Fees 

SC $50 

SG $40 

GS & SL, per race $35 

Banquet 

$35/ (must be paid at time of registration) 

Competitors lift tickets $47/person/day 

Family lift 

$57/ (person/day if staying at Big Sky Resort) 

Lodging 

Big Sky is offering great room rates at their famous Huntley Lodge, Summit Hotel and ski 

in ski out condos. The Lodge and Hotel includes the great daily breakfast buffets. 

Huntley Lodge rates starting at $85 per person double occupancy per night. 

Summit Hotel rates starting at $113 per person double occupancy per night. 

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Big Horn Condos: 2 bedroom for up to 6 people $285 per night. 

Stillwater Condos: Studio for up to 2 people $132. , 2 bedroom for up to 6 people for $244 

per night. 

Condos options offer great rates for groups. 

Information and Reservations: 800.548.4487 Group ID: Western Region Masters 

Block of rooms are held until 15th of December, after that date rooms are available on a 

first come first served basis. 

USSA Eastern Regional Championships 

Okemo Mtn., VT March 3-6, 2011 

Killington and Pico ski resorts will be hosting the 2012 Eastern Championships. In a 

change from the traditional schedule, the championship events will be held on Feb. 10-12. 

The change was made to take advantage of mid-winter conditions, and give masters a chance 

to recharge their batteries before the NEMS and NY State Finals, as well as the National 

Championships in March. The scheduling also gives masters the opportunity to race on the 

challenging terrain offered by Killington and Pico. 

Killington’s Needle’s Eye will be the site of the SG and SC. Non-stop rolls and terrain 

changes will challenge racers in the SG, which will be followed by a one-run SL to form a 

SC. The technical events will be held at Pico over the weekend with separate A/B and C/D 

courses in SL for men and women. All four events will count toward the overall Eastern 

Championship scoring. The SG is include in the Molecule F National Speed Series. 

Awards parties will wrap up each day and will include the usual array of food, video, prizes 

and raffles. The results for the Easterns will once again be included in the yearlong scoring for 

the New England Masters Series. 

Schedule 

Thursday, Feb. 9 SG training $40 

Friday, Feb. 10 SG race $60 (SG only) 

SC (SG plus one-run SL) 

$80 (SG and SC) 

Racers may sign up for just the SG, if they won’t want to participate in 

the SC. 

Saturday, Feb. 11 SL $50 

Sunday, Feb. 12 GS $50 

Entries to 

Sign up online on skiracereg.com (details available at nemasters.org) 

Mail entries to Steve Foley, 812 Rustic Dr, Killington, VT 05751 

Race Contact 

Bill McCollom T: 802.234.9561 E: bmcollom@skiracing.com 

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SUMMER FUN NATIONALS 

Mt. Hood, OR July 20-22, 2011 24 th annual event - join the fun! 

www.SummerFunNationals.com 

Each summer Masters racers and their families have found the ultimate advantage for 

keeping those old ski legs in shape for racing combined with training and fun. Half way 

between last season and next, the Summer Fun Nationals is the event to keep on your summer 

calendar. There are camps that have daily entry as well as week long camps, to meet every 

racer’s needs. Add in the opportunity to check out all next season’s race equipment at the tech/ 

demo centers in Government Camp, host to a ski racer’s paradise in the summer. This is truly 

Masters Ski Racing at its Best! Summer race training at Mt. Hood is often a family affair. 

Racers are welcome to enter their children who hold current USSA memberships in the races 

To compete for the Fastest Family Perpetual Trophy. 

The weekend kicks off with a Welcome Party in Government Camp, the village where 

all the summer action is centered. Saturday starts early on Palmer Glacier with a GS race 

followed by an elaborate BBQ/Awards party with lots of food, beer, awards and prizes. 

On Sunday there is the traditional SL race followed by another awards party. Other awards 

include the PUTZI CUP for the fastest man and fastest woman in SL, the Atomic Skier of the 

Year, and the Skoch Memorial Cup for the combined class winners. 

Check the website for the latest information on schedules, lodging, camps, entry forms etc. 

at www.SummerFunNationals.com 

Get your race entry in early. No day of race entry. 

Schedule 

Friday, July 20 3-6 p.m. Booster Strap Welcome Party and racer check-in 

At the Brew Pub in Government Camp 

Saturday, July 21 6-6:45 a.m. Late check-in at Timberline Day Lodge 

6:30 a.m. Ticket window opens discount for racers 

7 a.m. Lifts open - 2 one mile chair rides 

8:30 a.m. 1st run GS - Palmer Snowfield 

5 p.m. BBQ/Awards Party - Timberline Day Lodge 

Sunday, July 22 7 a.m. Lifts open - 2 one mile chair rides 

8:30 a.m. 1st Run SL - Palmer Snowfield 

2 p.m. Awards - Timberline Day Lodge 

Airport 

Portland, OR (PDX) Distance to Mt. Hood: 60 miles. 

Entry Fees 

Whole weekend - $125 (includes BBQ), Saturday only - $85, Sunday only - $55. 

Entries Payable/Sent To 

Online at www.SummerFunNational.com or Masters Summer Fun Race, 3624 Lois Dr, 

Hood River OR 97031. 

Further Information 

www.SummerFunNationals.com for lodging, race camps, entry forms, results, sponsors 

and more. Meri@SummerFunNationals.com or call 541.490.5888 for more specifics. 

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Chapter 6 

Divisional Programs and 

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www.ussa.org 

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ALASKA MASTERS 

Schedule 

Date Location Dis Start Entry 

Jan. 7 Alyeska GS noon $15 

Jan. 28 Alyeska GS noon $15 

Feb. 25 Alyeska SL noon $15 

Feb. 26 Alyeska SL noon $15 

Mar. 3 Alyeska GS noon $15 

Mar. 10 Alyeska SL noon $15 

Mar. 24 Alyeska SL noon $15 

The Alyeska Ski Club offers the only masters racing program in Alaska. We invite all skiers 

21 years old and over to come train and race with us. Our program caters to skiers of all levels. 

Our membership ranges from Masters National Champions to first time racers. 

Many of our USSA Masters members also race in the Junior Racing Program events with 

races scheduled at both Mt. Alyeska and in Juneau at Eagle Crest Resort. Out-of-division 

racers with appropriate USSA alpine masters membership are always welcome to enter. 

See the Alpine Competition Guide, or www.ussa.org for schedule, locations, and contacts. 

Weather and conflicts sometimes cause cancellations or rescheduling of races. Be sure to 

check for changes with either the organizer or the Alaska Masters representative. 

Races 

There are eight Masters races scheduled this season, four GS, four SL Races. The series is 

sponsored by Alaskan Brewing Company, so join in for some fun and great awards from our 

sponsor. We invite visiting masters to drop in and ski with us. 

Entry 

Registration and check-in is on the day of the race from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. We encourage 

racers to call the hotline prior to each race to check for any schedule changes, which may 

occur due to weather or hill conditions T: 907.783.2160 (option 4). Download race entry 

forms from the Alaska Division website and submit with the entry fee. Late entries may be 

accepted, check with the organizer. 

Training 

Alyeska Ski Club conducts a large Masters training program for all skill and age levels. 

ASC also conducts special training camps for masters. The training season usually begins the 

first weekend of December and continues through March. 

Entries and further information 

For an updated training and race schedule and to get more information on Alaska Masters 

check us out at www.alyeskaskiclub.org - look for Masters. For additional information 

concerning training, races and events schedules contact Alyeska Ski Club at T: 907.783.2160 

(option 4). 

Other questions can be directed to Gary Randall T: 907.234.9561 E: grandall@gci.net 

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CENTRAL MASTERS 

Schedule 

Date Location Dis 

Dec. 10-11 Buck Hill 2SL/2GS 

Dec. 17-18 Afton Alps 2GS/2SL 

Jan. 7-8 Mt. La Crosse 2SL/2GS 

Jan. 14-15 Buck Hill 2SL/2GS 

Jan. 28-29 Afton Alps 2SL/2GS 

Feb. 4-5 Mt. DuLac 2SL/2GS 

Feb. 18-19 Blackjack 2SL/2GS 

Feb. 26 Buck Hill SL/GS/SC 

Feb. 27 Buck Hill SL/SC 

Mar. 5 Buck Hill GS/SC 

Mar. 10-11 Spirit Mountain 2GS/2SL 

Schedule subject to change. Additional race info Ryan Fuller 612.501.3268 or www.midwestmasters.org 

Central Masters, more commonly called “Midwest Masters”, organizes USSA Masters 

alpine ski competition in the Central division, which consists of Minnesota, Wisconsin, 

Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Missouri. We are an 

open, volunteer, not-for-profit organization and welcome all who wish to participate. Events 

are hosted at a variety of ski areas throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan. Racers 

range in age from 18 to over 80 years old. Races follow USSA rules, with some adjustments 

per Midwest Masters. Based upon the race, competitors compete with each other based on 

Age Class and/or Ability Class. This allows racers to compete directly with those in their Age 

Group as well as those at their same Ability level. 

For detailed information on Midwest Masters including schedule, registration fees, contact 

information, and sponsorship details, please visit www.midwestmasters.org. 

What is the Cost? 

For the average racer, the cost per race is about $20, inclusive of all related costs including 

the USSA license, but excluding lift tickets. For members who come to a lot of races, it can be 

as low as $11 per race including discounts. Please see www.midwestmasters.org for detailed 

information on pricing. 

Who can Join 

On a local level, Masters races are open to athletes 18 years of age and older, with 

appropriate eligibility, according to USSA rules. A USSA Alpine Masters membership is 

required. New participants may take advantage of temporary memberships. 

Our People 

Midwest Masters is made up first and foremost of its Members. Without their dedication to 

the sport of Alpine Ski Racing, this program would have no reason to exist. Secondly, and just 

as important, are our Sponsors. Membership dollars alone would not be enough to support our 

sport without having astronomical fees. Sponsorship dollars cover roughly 50% of Midwest 

Masters expenses. 

Midwest Masters is governed by a Board of Directors. These individuals volunteer their 

time and are elected by the Membership and serve regular terms. The Board is currently 

comprised of the following individuals: Ken McAdam, Marty Fox, Ryan Fuller, Dwight 

Ludvigson, Pat Hiller, Randy Johnson, Casey Weiss. 

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General Race Series Rules and Information 

The Race Director will determine the location and composition of the individual races. 

Courses are set, to the extent possible, to the minimum FIS Women’s criterion to ensure a 

safe, challenging, and fun event. Unless snow removal requires otherwise, course inspection 

should be by side slipping outside of the race line (or outside the course corridor if snow 

conditions warrant). There shall be no high speed skiing within the race arena or shadowing of 

the course during inspection or competition. It is the responsibility of all participants to help 

with course maintenance. Racers will be governed by the applicable FIS and USSA rules. 

Rules can be found in the current USSA Alpine Masters Competition Guide at www.ussa.org. 

The Race Director will administer any other exceptions to the FIS or USSA rules. Existing 

exceptions are as follows: 

• Second runs will be reset or redressed at the Race Directors discretion 

• Run Order will be determined by the Race Director, but will follow general Class Rules 

(see “Race Classes” below) 

• Due to the number of competitors at MWM events, Class Groups are not utilized and all 

racers run on the same course. It is up to the Race Director to determine if the number of 

racers in a race justifies separate courses and/or to run in Class Groups. 

• An Elite Class (commonly called the “bibbo”) will be determined for 2nd runs based on 

the result of the first run. Under no circumstances will racers over the age of 60 (Age Class 

8 and above) run after the Elite Class. 

• Racers who DNS, DNF, or DQ on the first run may run at the end of the race to receive a 

2nd run time (or in their 1st run start position if Ave Class 8 or above) 

• In both SL and GS we will use the “READY GO” start signal. Competitors must start 

within 10 seconds of this signal. 

Registration 

A bib number is required at registration. New members will receive a bib at or before their 

first race. It is the racer’s responsibility to wear this bib at all events they attend. They also 

must retain this bib until a new one is issued. In the event of a lost bib, a fee of $45 will be 

charged to the racer. 

• Any Race Fees are due at Registration, before the posted Start time or the racer will be 

removed from the Start Order 

• Pre-registration is recommended through the website or contact the Race Director directly 

• Registration for races is typically open 90 minutes before the scheduled start of the race 

Race Cancellation 

Cancellation of races due to weather or ski area closing will be honored. Check 

www.midwestmasters.org if cancellations seem likely. In the case of a cancellation, if 

possible, the race will be rescheduled. In the event the race is not completed due to timing or 

other problems, the race will be postponed and rescheduled if possible. 

Guidelines for cancellation: 

• -25 degree Fahrenheit wind chill (note that FIS regulations are -40; Junior USSA Races 

are never cancelled, regardless of the weather). 

• The ski area closes, or the lift that serves our run is closed or the run is inaccessible. 

• Travel conditions are severely dangerous. Simply cancelling because people may be late 

due to the weather is not a valid reason to cancel. 

• Cancellation can be made at any time (but the earlier the better). This means up to an 

hour before the race, as rapid changes in weather may dictate this. It is the Member’s 

responsibility to check to see if there is a cancellation, although Midwest Masters will 

make every effort to get the info out in some manner. Members must check the website, 

their email, and if there is still no indication, they should call the Race Director directly if 

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still unsure. 

• The Race Director makes the final decision on whether or not to cancel. 

The Race Director’s responsibility in the event of a cancellation: 

• The exact date/time the determination for cancelling needs to be logged so there is no lack 

of clarity about the cancellation. 

• Ideally, a mass email and a website news item should be created stating that as of [date/ 

time] race X has been cancelled. Reschedule date/time is TBD. 

• The Race Director must be immediately available by phone and email and respond to any 

and all calls. Since sending an email and getting the website updated immediately is not 

always possible, they must be available to make members aware of the cancellation via 

phone. 

• The Race Director must work immediately to determine a reschedule date/time. 

Race Classes 

Midwest Masters utilizes two Classes for the purposes of running races: Age Class and 

Ability Class. Age Classes are defined by the following groups based on the racer’s age on 

Dec. 31 of that race season: 

• Class 1 Ages 18-29 • Class 5 Ages 45-49 • Class 9 Ages 65-69 




Every year, Midwest Masters also creates Ability Classes that are meant to group skiers 

of the same ability based on a Seed List developed each year by the Race Director based on 

previous year’s results. This allows racers to gauge their racing to those of the same ability, 

regardless of age or gender. Ability Classes are set for each Discipline; therefore a member 

may belong to one Ability Class for SL, and another for GS. New members are assigned to 

Ability Classes as soon as enough results are recorded. The Ability Classes are defined as: 

• Platinum A 

• Platinum B 

• Gold A 

• Gold B 

• Silver A 

• Silver B 

• Bronze A 

• Bronze B 

Running Order 

There are separate Run Order rules based on the Class method by which the race is run. The 

rules for generating Run Order are outlined in this section for each Class. Age Class Run Order 

Age Class Run Order follows - as closely as possible - USSA Masters rules for conducting a 

race. Note that Class Groups are not utilized due to the number of racers typically registered 

for MWM events. Age Class Start Order is based on the following sort logic: 

1. Age Classes 12-8 (descending); Gender (F then M); Ability Class Result Points for the 

Discipline (ascending) 

2. * New Members 

3. Age Classes 7-1 (descending); Gender (F then M); Ability Class Result Points for the 

Discipline (ascending) 

4. Late Starts 

Therefore, older members will always run first, and women will run before men within 

the Age Class. Within each Gender and Class combination, start order is based on current 

Ability Class result points for the given Discipline in ascending order. Brand new members 

for whom this is their first race, will run after Age Class 8. Late Starts will always run at the 

end of the race – no exceptions. Age Class 2nd Run Order is based on the following logic: 

1. Age Classes 12-8 (descending); Gender (F then M); Run 1 time (ascending) 

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3. **Elite Class Run 1 time (descending) regardless of Age Class or Gender 

4. Age Classes 7-1 (descending); Gender (F then M); Run 1 time (ascending) 

5. All DNFs, DNSs, and DQs. 

Ability Class Run Order Ability Class Run Order is based on the maintenance of historical 

Result Points for all members for each Discipline, or what is commonly called a “Seed List”. 

The calculation of Race Points and Result Points (as well as corresponding Race Penalties 

for races) is outlined in the Scoring section below. Ability Class Start Order is based on the 

following sort logic: 

1. Age Class 12-8 (descending); Ability Class Result Points for the Discipline (ascending) 


3. Ability Classes (***rotating); Ability Class Result Points for the Discipline (ascending) 

4. Late Starts 

Therefore, older members will always run first – in Age Class order – regardless of their 

relationship to Ability Classes. New Members run next, and then the remaining Ability 

Classes run in rotating order. Ability Class gives no credence to Gender. Late Starts will 

always run at the end of the race – no exceptions. Ability Class 2nd Run Order is based on the 

following logic: 

1. Age Classes 12-8 (descending); Run 1 time (ascending) 


3. **Elite Class Run 1 time (descending) regardless of Ability Class 

4. Ability Classes (same rotating order as in run 1); Run 1 time (ascending) 

5. All DNFs, DNSs, and DQs. 

Scoring 

Midwest Masters utilizes two methods for generating Run Orders and for scoring Results: 

Age Class and Ability Class. Age Class is the standard and official method used by USSA 

Masters to conduct races. The Age Class system must be used to determine Run Orders and 

Results for certain races. See the Race Director for questions related to the Run Order used 

for a specific Race. 

“Scoring” could include any of the following types of Scores: 

• Race Handicap 

• Place Points (Age Class or Ability Class) 

• Race Result 

• Result Points or Result Profile 

• Number of Starts 

• Number of Finishes 

• Number of Clean Finishes 

Season ending point totals for any of the above Scores could be used to determine awards. 

The definition of season-ending awards is determined by the MWM Board of Directors in 

conjunction with the Race Director. However, all awards must be based on the Scores outlined 

in this section. Any and all of these Scores will be generated for each race, and appended to 

a member’s record throughout the season. The definition for each of these Scores is outlined 

below. 

Course Rules 

Each racer’s bib must be visible at all times during inspection and each run. If a racer 

forgets a bib, the racer must see Race Registration for a temporary bib. Each racer is entitled 

to only one run on each course unless a “rerun” is authorized by the Race Officials. A racer 

who has clearly disqualified must not continue further through the gates. Loss of a ski prior 

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to the third to last gate (the finish line is a gate) is automatically disqualified. After that gate, 

racer my complete the course on one ski. Once the start wand has been tripped after the “GO” 

command, the racer is deemed to have started. If the racer leaves one or both skis in the start, 

the racer will receive a rerun. 

Qualifying Process for Masters Nationals 

The Skier’s Edge Masters National Championships are open to all Masters. Entry is online 

or hard copy, the first 300 entries starting Dec. 1 will be admitted. See Chapter 5 of this guide 

for details. 

EASTERN MASTERS 

In the East there are masters series in New England, New York, PA/NJ, and SARA. Racers 

must hold a USSA masters membership. The Eastern Masters Committee governs masters 

racing in the East. 

Chairman 

Bill McCollom 

593 RR 2 T: 802.234.9561 

Bethel, VT 05032 

E: bmccollom@skiracing.com 

Eastern Alpine Masters Committee 

Fred Dieffenbach, Steve Foley, Alex Gadbois, Horst Locher, Nadine Price, Roy Scoville, 

Kim Wolff, Greg Gill, Daryn Gladstone, Jack Eisenschmid and Derek Griggs. 

NEW ENGLAND MASTERS SKIING 

www.nemasters.org 

Schedule 

Date Event/Location Dis Start Entry/Lift 

Dec. 10-11 Killington ASRA/NEMS SL/GS 10 a.m. $51 

Dec. 16 Cochrans (Friday) GS 5 p.m. $51 

Dec. 17 Cochrans trSL/SL 11 a.m. $51 

Jan. 7 Blackwater SL 10 a.m. $51 

Jan. 8 Sunapee GS 10 a.m. $51 

Jan. 14-15 Middlebury GS/SL 10 a.m. $51 

Jan. 21 Bromley SL 10 a.m. $51 

Jan. 22 Stratton GS 10 a.m. $51 

Jan. 27 Cranmore GS 10 a.m. $51 

Jan. 28 Black Mt SL 10 a.m. $51 

Jan. 29 Cranmore SL 10 a.m. $51 

Feb. 4-5 Ragged Mt GS/GS 10 a.m. $51 

Feb. 10-12 Killington (Regionals) 2SG/GS/SL Chap. 5 

Feb. 25 Loon GS 10 a.m. $51 

Feb. 26 Cannon SL 10 a.m. $51 

Mar. 3 Waterville SL 10 a.m. $51 

Mar. 4 Suicide Six SL 9:30 a.m. $51 

Mar. 9-11 Okemo (Sise Finals) SG/GS/SL 10 a.m. $51 

Mar. 19-23 Park City, UT National Championship Chap. 5 

Mar. 27-31 Mammoth, CA World Championships Chap. 5 

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Subject to change. Please check the website for changes. 

New England Masters Skiing, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, which administers the Sise 

Cup Series. This series offers a season-long schedule of races and awards to the overall and 

class winners for men and women. 

Board of Directors 

President: Nadine Price 

Vice President: Fred Dieffenbach 

Secretary: Kim Wolff 

Treasurer: Steve Foley 

Other members: Stacey Weston, Greg Gill, Derek Griggs, Daryn Gladstone, Alex Gadbois 

and Bill McCollom. 

Information Contact 

President: Nadine Price, 272 Lookout Rd, Pittsfield VT 05762 T: 802.746.8850 

E: nprice@ntp-associates.com 

Membership Requirements 

A New England Masters annual fee of $35 is required in addition to USSA Masters 

membership. New England Masters will honor a USSA temporary membership for one 

weekend only. Racers may enter races using temp memberships at www.skiracereg.com, or 

download a form from www.ussa.org. Forms should be available at race registration, although 

pre-registration is recommended. 

Entry and Starting Procedures 

Racers are encouraged to register for races using SkiRaceReg at www.skiracereg.com. 

There is no extra cost involved; it’s fast and efficient. 

Paper mail entries are discouraged, but will be accepted and should be sent to: Steve Foley 

812 Rustic Dr. Killington, VT 05751 Do NOT send entries to race secretaries. 

Online and mail entries must be received by 8:00 p.m. the evening before the race. 

Late entries will be accepted at race registration, but will be subject to a $10 penalty. Those 

racing with “temporary memberships” may sign up at race registration with no penalty. 

No refunds will be provided for no-shows (DNS) whose names appear on the start list. 

Cancellations can be made on SkiRaceReg until 8:00 p.m. the evening before a race series. 

First and second run running order will consist of all the women’s classes first, oldest to 

youngest, followed by all the men’s classes, oldest to youngest. 

First run seeding within classes will be by randomly shuffling the top eight racers by seed 

points, followed by the remainder of the class in random order. Late entrants and those racing 

on “temporary memberships” will run last in their respective classes. 

Second run seeding within classes will be in reverse order of the top five finishers from the 

first run (i.e. first run class winner will run 5th in class), followed by the remainder of the class 

in order of first run finish. 

Course Specifications 

Race rules shall conform to all USSA rules, except as modified by the USSA Alpine 

Masters National Working Group and New England Masters Skiing, Inc. Courses shall meet 

the standard requirements for masters FIS competition. New England Masters Skiing, Inc. 

shall make the final decision on any rules, appeals or questions relative to competitions. 

Scoring 

Sise Cup overall and class results are determined by scoring the individuals’ best nine races. 

Scoring by class 

Scoring for overall 

10 points for 1st 100 points for 1st 

8 for 2nd 80 for 2nd 

6 for 3rd 60 for 3rd 

4 for 4th 50 for 4th 

2 for 5th 45 for 5th, etc. through 1 for 30th 

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If two or more racers are tied after their nine best races are counted, then the tie will be 

broken by whoever has the most firsts, then seconds, then thirds of the scored nine races. If 

still tied then the tie will be broken by going to each racers tenth best result, then eleventh and 

so on until the tie has been broken. If still tied after all race finishes are counted, then they 

shall remain tied. 

USSA Alpine Masters National Championships 

The Skier’s Edge Masters National Championships are open to all Masters. Entry is online 

or hard copy, the first 300 entries starting Dec. 1 will be admitted. See Chapter 5 of this guide 

for details. 

2011 Sise Cup Results 

Class Winners 

Men 

Women 

1 Adam Weiss Katie George 

2 Christopher Rogers Lisa Marien 

3 Rick Cesati Heidi Uhlman 

4 Steve Masur Jessie McAleer 

5 David Harris Lisa Densmore 

6 Christopher Wilcox Patti Lane 

7 Mark George Nadine Price 

8 William McCollom Barbara Settel 

9 Chuck Thorndike Dee Larson 

10 John Lussier Anne Nordhoy 

11 Phillippe Marielle 

12 Alphonse Sevigny 

13 George Caner 

Overall Final Standings 

1 Mark George Jessie McAleer 

2 Rick Cesati Katie George 

3 Alex Gadbois Lisa Densmore 

4 Adam Weiss Lisa Marien 

5 Steve Masur Kaila Krouse 

6 Ben Green Jacqueline Levy 

7 Terrance Fogarty Patti Lane 

8 Vladimir Krylov Barbara Settel 

9 David Harris Nadine Price 

10 Christopher Wilcox Anne Nordhoy 

Overall SL and GS Champions 

SL Mark George Jessie McAleer 

GS Rick Cesati Jessie McAleer 

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NEW YORK STATE MASTERS 

Schedule 

Date Location Dis Start 

Jan. 8 Swain GS/SL 9:30 

Jan. 14 Labrador GS/SL 9:30 

Jan. 21 Hunt Hallow 2GS 9:30 

Jan. 22 Holiday Valley 2SL 9:30 

Jan. 28 Toggenburg 2 SL 9:30 

Jan. 29 Greek Peak 2 GS 9:30 

Feb. 3 Whiteface 2SG *T 9:30 

Feb. 4 Whiteface 2SG *T 9:30 

Feb. 10-12 Killington, VT SG/GS/SL Regional Champ. 

Feb. 18 Song 2 SG 9:30 

Feb. 24 Bristol 2 SG *T 9:30 

Mar. 2 Bristol 2GS *T 9:30 

Mar. 4 Swain GS/SL 9:30 

Mar. 19-23 Park City, UT National Championship 

Note: The above schedule of races has been confirmed, however situations may exist that change the date and time 

of the scheduled race. It is strongly recommended that the racer confirm the time and date prior to traveling to the 

venue in case of a schedule change. The most current information will be at www.nymasters.org. Also, the races 

will start at the time listed above. This means the first racer will be out of the starting gate at the published time. 

It is suggested that each competitor plan on arriving at the area typically one hour in advance of the start times, 

especially if they have not pre-registered. 

The New York series continues to have many advantages for its members to participate. 

In addition to having access to some of the best courses and race crews in the North East, we 

also continue to have the two race format that allows for everyone to get plenty of competitive 

runs, and still have time at the end of the day to free ski, or get an early start on the après race 

activities. 

The 2012 schedule will consist of 23 races, 9 GS, 8 SL, and 6 SG. The schedule will most 

likely change; all *T dates are tentative and not confirmed. Go to www.nymasters.org or NY 

Masters on Facebook, for updated schedule information. 

This year we will continue to have a single point of contact for all race registrations. Nancy 

Fella, the Race Administrator will collect all entries. As always, registration ahead of the 

event makes it much easier for those who run the races. We will also be looking for volunteers 

to run some of the races, so anyone interested please contact Jack or Jim. A temporary USSA 

masters membership is available at the race registration table for the event for those who do 

not have a current USSA license. Come on out and join us in our 37th year of New York State 

Masters Ski Racing. See you on the slopes. 

2011 New York Masters Series Overall Winners 

Men 

Woman 

1 Jim Thoman Barb Brumbaugh 

2 Greg Sarkis Marie-Eve Noel 

3 Jim Spillane Barbara Settel 

4 Lou Moore Laura Moats 

5 Doug Paul 

6 Tim O’Donoghue 

7 Cal Baker 

8 Greg Kerl 

9 Jack Eisenschmid 

10 Eddie Linsler 

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New York Masters Contacts 

Jack Eisenschmid, Chair, 57 Merriman St, Rochester NY 14607 T: 585.750.4469 

E: eisenschmid@frontiernet.net 

Jim Spillane, Co-Chair, 7606 Zephyr Heights, Victor NY 14564 T: 585.230.7422 

E: jim.a.spillane@sprint.com 

Mark Sertl, Treasurer, 7 Brookwood Rd, Rochester NY 14610 T: 585.482.3977 

E: msertl@rochester.rr.com 

Nancy Fella, Race Administrator, 59 Astor Dr, Rochester NY 14610 T: 585.385.6871 

E: fellanj@aol.com 

GARDEN STATE (NJ) MASTERS 

Schedule 

The Garden State schedule was not ready at press time. Please contact Roy Scovill 

T: 973.299.2981 for information. 

Eligibility 

Any male or female resident of New Jersey, member of a NJ Ski Council Club or NJ Ski 

Race Association, who holds a USSA Alpine Masters or Student membership, is eligible to 

compete for the series awards. However, all races are open to all USSA Masters members age 

21 and older. 

Scoring Masters points will be based on the fastest man and fastest women on the course 

for their respective categories. Final standings will be based on a racer’s best three results, 

which must include at least one each of SL and GS. 

Awards: The Governors Cup will be presented to the man and woman having the best 

score. The Cup is shared by the winners for one year before being awarded to the following 

year’s winners. The Governors Cup Series is designated the NJ GS (although one SL race will 

be counted) Championships. Individual Men’s and Women’s Cups will be awarded to winners 

of this race (combined times). Racers must compete in at least three races to be considered for 

these awards. 

Masters Race Contacts 

Hidden Valley Ski Club, Race Secretary, PO Box 443, Vernon NY 07462 T: 973.764.6161 

Mountain Creek Ski Team, Race Secretary, PO Box 1154, McAfee NJ 07428 T: 973.827.2000 

Entries 

No telephone entries. Send payment with your entry and timing card, due one week before 

the event. There is no late registration fee. Limited field, enter early. Fees listed are per day. 

Masters Information Contact 

Roy Scovill, 14 John Henry Dr, Montville NJ 07045 T: 973.299.2981 

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SOUTHERN (SARA) MASTERS 

Schedule 

Date Region Location Dis Start 

Dec. 27 Blue Ridge Bryce Resort, VA GS 8:30 a.m. 

Dec. 29-30 Southern Sugar Mtn., NC SL/GS 9 a.m. 

Jan. 16 Blue Ridge Wintergreen, VA GS 9 a.m. 

Jan. 21-22 Blue Ridge Bryce Resort, VA GS/SL 9 a.m. 

Feb. 4-5 Blue Ridge Snowshoe, WV SL/GS 9 a.m. 

Feb. 11-12 Blue Ridge Timberline, WV SL/GS 9 a.m. 

Feb. 25-26 Southern Sugar Mtn., NC GS/SL 9 a.m. 

The entry fees for each race will be $ 25 

Open to USSA members who hold a valid master membership. Masters racing provides the 

next step up for NASTAR racers, recreational racers who would like to be in a higher level of 

ski racing. 

New participants may take advantage of temporary weekend memberships, limited to 

one such memberships per participant per season, however the cost of temporary weekend 

memberships ($25) will be applied to a full masters membership when purchased (please 

see www.ussa.org). Masters from other regions who hold valid membership are welcome to 

participate in any SARA races. The races are held in Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina. 

Registration for the Master Nationals will be at www.ussa.org 

SARA Masters Area Contacts and send entries to 

Bryce Resort, Horst Locher, Bryce Resort, PO Box 3, Basye VA 22810 

T: 540.856.2121 x228 E: skischool@bryceresort.com 

Canann/Timberline Resort, Debbie Larch, 5 Kimeric Ln, Cross Lanes WV 25313 

T: 340.776.7040 E: debsnowqueen@aol.com 

Snowshoe Resort, Bryan Hoos T: 304.572.5958 E: skidad1060@cox.net 

Sugar Mtn, Gunther Jochl, Sugar Mountain, PO Box 369, Banner Elk NC 28604 

T: 828.898.4521 ext. 224 E: gjochl@skisugar.com 

Wintergreen Resort, Chris Shepard, Wintergreen Ski Team, PO Box 112, Nellysford VA 

22958 T: 804.325.8282 E: skirace@wintergreenresort.com 

SARA Masters Contacts 

SARA Master Chair, Horst Locher, Bryce Resort, PO Box 3, Basye VA 22810 

T: 540.856.2121 x228 E: horst@shentel.net 

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FAR WEST MASTERS 

Schedule 

Date Location Event Dis 

Dec. 2-4 Mammoth Mtn. 2SL/3GS 

Jan. 6 Heavenly Viva Italia 2SL 

Jan. 7-8 Sierra Tahoe SL/GS 

Jan. 20-22 Mammoth Conrado Memorial trSG/5SG 

Feb. 2-5 Big Sky, MT West Champ. SC/SG/GS/SL 

Feb. 11-12 Northstar 3GS 

Feb. 25-26 Mt. Rose McKinney Cup SL/GS 

Mar. 10-11 Squaw Valley Bernard Cup 2SL/GS 

Mar. 19-23 Park City, UT Nationals SC/SG/GS/SL 

Mar. 27-31 Mammoth FIS Criterium SG/2GS/SL 

Apr. 10-12 Northstar Far West Finals trSG/2DH/2SG 

Apr. 13-15 Sugar Bowl Far West Finals GS/SL/dual SL 

Entry fee is per day and does not include lifts. Start times vary at each race location. Check in at registration to 

obtain start time. 

The Far West Masters Series Ski racing is open to competitors who are members of 

USSA, holding a master’s membership or those who purchased a weekend temporary race 

membership at race registration for one weekend per season. The race schedule includes 

high quality competitions held throughout the Sierras on most weekends from the beginning 

of December through April. Masters from other regions who hold valid membership are 

welcome at the Far West Masters races. Be sure to check the Far West web page which can 

be accessed through www.ussa.org and click Contacts in the Alpine Masters section, or go 

directly to www.farwestmasters.org. 

Membership Requirements 

A USSA masters membership or temporary membership is required in order to compete in 

any Far West masters race. Competitors who race more than one weekend per season must join 

Far West Masters at a cost of $20. Far West Masters membership benefits include a permanent 

stretch bib, tracking of points for the season awards, newsletters and eligibility to compete for 

a place as part of the Far West contingent to the Masters National Championships. Contact 

membership VP Marcie Pettigrew at membership@farwestmasters.org or Mark Mirviss at 

markmirviss@att.net or better yet, go to www.farwestmasters.org for Far West and USSA 

membership applications. 

Age Categories 

Far West Masters are divided into five-year age categories. USSA “Middles” may enter 

class 20 although USSA points are not awarded. There is also an optional “Open Seed” 

available for the top ten men and top five woman based on first run performance. 

Entry Fees, Procedures and Deadlines 

1. Online registration continues this season at www.skiracereg.com. Racers need to update 

their account for the current season, and new racers need to create an account; then enter 

races desired . Entry deadlines will be noted at online registration. 

2. Racers not able to enter online need to check our website at farwestmasters.org. Each race 

will be listed on the Season Schedule page with the address, entry fee amounts, and due 

dates where registrations must be sent. Racers should print a copy of the event entry form 

for the races they wish to enter and mail to the organizer with entry fees. 

3. If you must pay day of race, please be aware that late fees may be charged, and some 

venues may not allow race day registrations. 

4. Online and mailed in registration cancellations will not have credit cards charged/checks 

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torn IF cancellations are done 24 hours prior to race day. 

5. Schedule changes, updates and cancellations can be found at www.skiracereg.com and at 

www.farwestmasters.org. Please check websites frequently. Schedule updates are also sent 

out on the Far West mailing list. 

Cancellation Policy 

Race sites will follow a torn check policy for cancellation of race events, and for no-shows 

provided the competitor has notified the race department of cancellation no later than a day 

before the race series commences. Otherwise, race entries shall be forfeited. Exceptions will 

be allowed in the event of injury. A separate check must be submitted for each race/event. 

The cancellation policy applies to both mailed and online race entries – online entries made 

through skiracereg.com must be cancelled by the competitor no later than a day before the 

race series, per the end date for entries listed for each race. 

Start Order 

Start order will be determined by age class and random draw within the age class. Second 

run start order is also by class, but in reverse order of finish of the first run. Racers who are late 

at the start will run after all racers of the class which is currently starting upon their arrival. 

DSQ’s and DNF’s may run at the end of their class for the second run if conditions permit. 

Open Seed: there will be an Open Seed for both women and men. The fastest five women 

and fastest ten men, regardless of age, will have the option to run in an Open Seed for the 

second run. The Woman’s Open Seed will run after Class 6 (50-54) Women and the Men’s 

Open Seed will run after the Class 6 (50-54) Men. Open Seed qualifiers may choose not to run 

in the Open Seed and will then run their second run in their respective age class. The vacated 

space in the Open Seed will not be filled. Awards for the race and the season will be awarded 

in the Open Seed classes. 

Other Race Rules 

The rules governing masters competitions shall be those of the FIS, except as modified by 

USSA, the USSA Alpine Masters Committee and Far West Masters Series ski racing. 

Course Specifications 

All race courses shall meet the standard requirements for USSA Masters or Masters FIS 

competitions. In addition, all courses will be conducted on FIS homologated venues. 

USSA Alpine Masters National Championships 

The 2012 Skier’s Edge Masters National Championships are open to all Masters. Entry is 

online or hard copy, the first 300 entries starting Dec. 1 will be admitted. See Chapter 5 of this 

guide for details. 

Training Opportunities 

Many of the ski areas in California and Nevada offer training opportunities for adults. 

Masters programs at Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows are open every day from early 

December through early April. Mammoth Mountain has the largest and most competitive 

program in Far West. Sugar Bowl, Mount Rose and Northstar also have well-established 

programs. Check with the race departments listed below for details. Typical daily clinics 

include 2-3 hours of gate training with coaching and a similar amount of time free skiing with 

coaches while working on drills to improve technique. Video is often included. Discounts are 

often available with the early purchase of season passes, or ticket books of five or more. There 

are also a number of special programs offered, e.g. Mammoth Mountain has an excellent 

Masters Race Camp the week preceding our first races in early December. 

Division Contacts 

Mark Mirviss, E: president@farwestmasters.org T: 530.583.6971 

Marcie Pettigrew, Membership E: membership@farwestmasters.org T: 310.546.2172 

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Ski Area Contacts 

Alpine Meadows Race Dept, PO Box 5279, Tahoe City CA 96145 T: 530.581.8234 (training 

available) 

Heavenly Valley Ski Resort Race Dept, c/o Rick Buxton, PO Box 2180, Stateline NV 89449 

T: 775.586.7000 ext. 6208 (training available) 

Mammoth Mountain Race Dept., PO Box 24, Mammoth Lakes CA 93546 T: 760.934.0642 

(training available) 

Mt. Rose Ski Area, Rees Palermo, PO Box 428, Verdi NV 89439 T: 775.345.6709 (training 

available) 

Sierra at Tahoe, Competition Dept., 1111 Sierra at Tahoe Rd, Twin Bridges, CA 

T: 530.659.7453 

Squaw Valley Race Services, PO Box 2007, Olympic Valley CA 96146 T: 530.581.7188 

(training available) 

Sugar Bowl Ski Area, PO Box 5, Norden CA 95724 T: 530.426.6747 (training available) 

Northstar at Tahoe, PO Box 129, Truckee CA 96160 T: 530.562.2472 (training available) 

INTERMOUNTAIN MASTERS 

Schedule 

Date Event Location Dis 

Jan. 6-8 Loritz/Pendlton Park City, UT SG/SL/GS 

Jan. 13-15 Skoch Cup Sun Valley, ID SG/GS/SL 

Jan. 21-22 Jans Cup Snowbasin, UT SL/SL 

Jan. 28-29 Cowboy Classic Snow King, WY GS/GS 

Feb. 2-5 Western Champ. Big Sky, MT SC/SG/GS/SL 

Feb. 13-15 Ken Corrock DH Soldier Mtn. ID 2DHtr/2DH 

Feb. 24-26 Jans Cup Wolf Mtn., UT GS/SL/GS 

Mar. 3-4 Jans Cup The Canyons, UT SL/SL 

Mar. 9-11 Jans Cup/Finals Snowbasin, UT SG/GS/SL 

Mar. 19-23 Masters Nationals Park City, UT SC/SG/GS/SL 

Mar. 27-31 FIS Criterium Mammoth, CA SG/GS/GS/SL 

*Changes and additions will be posted at www.intermountainmasters.org 

The Intermountain Masters (IMM) program is organized by the Intermountain Masters 

Committee in accordance with the rules of the FIS, USSA, and the Intermountain Masters 

Bylaws. The program is open to athletes aged 18 years or older who are members of USSA 

and who hold a Student, Competitor or Masters membership. Temporary memberships will 

be available at individual races. Out of Division master’s racers are encouraged to enter 

Intermountain races online. 

Entry Procedures, Fees, and Deadlines 

1. Online registration continues this season at www.skiracereg.com. Racers need to update 

their account for the current season or new racers need to create an account; then enter 

races desired Entry deadlines will be noted at online registration. 

2. Racers not able to enter online, entries and payments (except for Regionals and Nationals) 

may be mailed to: Intermountain Masters, PO Box 982244, Park City UT 84098. Please 

mail early to be included on start list. 

3. If you must pay day of race, please bring a check already made out for correct amount 

payable to Intermountain Masters. 

4. Entry fees will be $30 per GS and SL race and $40 for SG and DH races. For Regionals and 

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Nationals see Ch 5. 

5. Start lists will be created and viewable online in the new online program, then posted at 

the place of registration at 8:15 a.m. Racers should check start lists for errors and notify 

check-in person prior to 8:15 a.m. 

6. Online cancellations will not have credit cards charged. 

7. Schedule changes, updates and cancellations will be at www.skireg.com. Please check 

back frequently. 

8. Entry Problems T: 541.490.5888 or intermountainmasters@gmail.com 

Race Bibs 

1. Intermountain issues permanent bibs used a permanent racer identifier for all regular 

intermountain races. It is the responsibility of each racer to keep the bib in good condition, 

bring to each race, and wear the bib for racing purposes as per USSA rules. 

2. New racers with full USSA membership and an online account may be issued permanent 

bibs at their first race. 

3. Out of Division guest may email in advance, their request to use their own division bib 

number. If that number is acceptable by the race registrar, the racer may use it. If it is not 

acceptable a temporary bib/number will be issued and available for pickup at racer checkin 

prior to 8:15 a.m. race day. For start list and result purposes the number, while showing 

3 digits will be listed as 4 digits (i.e. 1345). 

4. Intermountain Bib numbers will be used for entry/racing with or without presence of the 

actual bib. 

5. Temporary racers will be issued temporary bibs at each event until they are issued a 

permanent bib. 

6. Temporary bibs must be returned after the racer’s last race of the weekend. A deposit may 

be required for the use of a temporary bib. 

7. The overall top five women and top ten men are awarded special bibs to wear. See “Top 

Women and Men race Bibs” section below. 

Seeding 

Seeding within classes will be by random draw among those entries received by the entry 

deadline. Second run seeding will be by order of finish within class. Conditions permitting as 

determined by the TD and/or race organizer, competitors with a first run DNF or DSQ will be 

permitted to run the second run at the end of their respective class. 

Super Seed 

This elite seed will be comprised of the top ten male finishers overall from the first run, and 

if those competitors choose to run, they will be run in reverse order of finish (10th place to 

1st) after class 7 men. Those who choose to compete in the Super Seed will not be awarded 

class awards. However twenty national points will be awarded to all Super Seed finishers. 

Running Order 

Women Class 14 then Men Class 13 followed by Women in Class 10 and older, then men 

in Class 10 and older, followed by women Class 9 and younger in descending class order, 

followed by men Class 9 and younger in descending class order. 

Series Scoring 

Each season, the Intermountain Masters series will be scored by World Cup points and 

awarded overall and in each age class at every race. Awards will be given to the top three men 

and women in each age class. A competitor’s standing will be based on his/her best results in 

up to one half of the total number of races held during the season, rounded up. 

Top Men and Women Race Bibs 

Red bibs (numbered 1 through 5) for women and yellow bibs (numbered 1 through 10) for 

men are awarded to the overall top five women and top ten men of the prior season to worn 

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the next season. Bibs must be returned at the season end and will be reassigned to the next 

year’s season overall winners. The bib numbers for the 2010-11 season are as follows: 

Men - Yellow 

Women - Red 

1 Chris Probert 6 Victor Roy 1 Dana Alexandrescu 

2 Rick Slabinski 7 Mike McGurl 2 Beth Sarazine 

3 Craig Norton 8 Dana MacKenzie 3 Heidi Flood 

4 Thunder Jalili 9 Jim Ragan 4 Nancy Auseklis 

5 BobSkinner 10 Bill Skinner 5 Deb MacKenzie 

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Internet 

Email is the preferred form of communication - entries@intermountainmasters.org. 

Results and schedules, including changes and cancellations when possible, will be posted at 

www.skiracereg.com. 

Masters Committee 

Committee meetings are open to everyone and all racers are welcome to attend. Details 

on how to become a committee member are in the IMM bylaws. For detailed information on 

IMM racing refer to the IMM bylaws or contact 

Amy Lanzel, Chair: 8720 Hidden Cove Rd, Park City UT 84098 T: 435.649.5751 

E: alanzel@xmission.com 


Bogus Basin, ID - Training begins early December with free skiing outside the gates. 

Gate training is expected to start mid-December through March. Contact: Craig Hopper: 

craighopper@hotmail.com 

Jackson, WY - For training opportunities in Jackson contact Bridger Call at JH Ski Club 

T: 307.413.7034 

Park City, UT - The Park City Masters Race Team invites all USSA membership holders to 

join them for a day or week of training in the Olympic and World Cup, Eagle Race Arena. 

Training is available Monday-Friday starting in mid-November and goes through the end 

of March. A typical session starts at 9 a.m. and includes gate running, technical free skiing 

drills, and video ending at 3 p.m. The Park City Mountain Resort is offering this program 

to USSA members for one day or five days. Season training passes are available for the day 

program, and for the night program (2 evenings a week). For more information contact the 

Park City Ski School T: 435.647.5423 or Bill Skinner T: 435.647.2633. For Lodging call 

T: 800.222.7275. 

Snowbasin, UT - For information on the Snowbasin Masters program call Rauli Karjalainen 

T: 801.876.2321, or Bob Chambers T: 801.399.2337. 

Sun Valley, ID - The Sun Valley Ski School Master’s Race clinic runs 11 weeks from the 

beginning of December through mid-March. It is geared to all ages of advanced to expert 

skiers. Meeting weekdays at 9 a.m., and running for three hours per day, the program 

concentrates on technique and tactics to improved skiing ability through race training. 

The daily routine includes free skiing coaching/ analysis followed by gate training for the 

balance of the session. Special SG training is offered once a week at 8 a.m. for an hour 

of training on a full length SG course. A number of different season programs are offered 

to customize your training needs and availability. The coaching staff comes from the Sun 

Valley Ski and Snowboard School, and the Sun Valley and Hailey junior ski teams. Check 

pre-season with the Sun Valley Ski and Snowboard School for costs and more information 

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T: 208.622.2248. For lodging call Sun Valley Resort T: 800.786.8259. 

Soldier Mountain, ID - There will be a DH Training camp the Monday prior to the Soldier 

Mountain DH Series. Cost will be $60 including lift ticket. Coaches are Ken Corrock, and 

former USSA National Masters champion Scott Curtis. 

Wolf Mountain, UT - Contact Keith Rounkles T: 801.668.8844 E: keithrounkles@comcast.net 

NORTHERN MASTERS 

Schedule 

Date Description Site Event 

Jan. 13-15 Whitefish Race Whitefish Mtn. GS/GS/SL 

Jan. 20-22 Need for Speed 49 Degrees N. trSG/2SG/SG 

Jan. 28-29 Cowboy Classic Snow King, WY GS/GS 

Feb. 2-5 Western Championships Big Sky SC/SG/GS/SL 

Feb. 13-15 Ken Corrock DH Soldier Mtn. trDH/2DH 

Feb. 22-15 Don Brooks Mem. Schweitzer, ID 2SG/2SG/3GS/SL 

Mar. 10-11 Outlaw Rendezvous Lookout Pass GS/SL 

Mar. 22-26 Masters Nationals Park City, UT SC/SG/GS/SL 

Mar. 27-31 FIS Criterium Mammoth, CA SG/GS/GS/SL 

Northern Masters Alpine Racing (NMAR) consists of skiers from Montana, the Western 

Dakotas, NW Wyoming, and Northern Idaho. Due to Northern Divisions’ low population and 

participation, Northern Division holds joint division races with Intermountain Division and 

PNSA Division. Northern always welcomes racers from other divisions to participate in its 

events at no additional fee. Northern is blessed with a variety of resorts that all have western 

hospitality and low crowds in common. 

Entries 

Pre-registration is encouraged for all races. To avoid a late registration penalty, notify us by 

email, phone or letter of your intention to participate. For the Whitefish Race send entries to 

Rick Murphy at E: rickmurphy14@hotmail.com T: 406.471.1573 or 19 Mill Ave. Whitefish 

MT 59937. Please enclose all necessary information: Name, Sex, DOB, Bib #, Address & 

Phone # and Event. You may also register the morning of the Whitefish race between 8 and 9 

a.m., subject to a $5 late fee. Checks should be made out to “Northern Masters”. The fees are 

as follows: GS and SL $25, SG $35. Northern racers also pay a yearly membership fee of $25. 

Pre-registrants may cancel without any penalty including day of race. 

Entry into joint division races should follow Intermountain and PNSA Divisions rules and 

entry procedures. Racers wanting to enter the 49 Degrees North, Schweitzer, and Lookout 

Pass races should go to www.pnsamasters.org. Racers wanting to enter the Snow King and 

Soldier Mountain races should go to www.intermountainmasters.org. 

Out-of-division USSA Masters racers are always welcome at Northern events without 

additional charge beyond registration. USSA membership (or temporary membership) is 

required for all Northern USSA sanctioned events. A Northern Masters liability waiver and/or 

host mountain liability waiver is also required prior to race start. 

Scoring 

Race scoring for the NO races is normally in 10-year classes; class 1 being 21-29, etc. At 

joint or USSA events the standard 5-year brackets apply. The Northern and joint events listed 

above count towards the year-end by-class awards in the division. 

Race results, scoring and division news are given by email and newsletter. If you would 

like to be included on our email and newsletter list please send your contact information to E: 

tobyandali@yahoo.com. 

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Gate training with coaching and friendly competition is available throughout Northern 

Division. 

Big Sky: weekday mornings beginning mid-Dec., contact Fran Noel E: fnoel@onemain.com 

Whitefish Mtn Resort: Rick Murphy T: 406.471.1573 E: rickmurphy14@hotmail.com 

Snowbowl: Toby Chapman T: 206.370.8052 E: tobyandali@yahoo.com 

Lookout Pass: Toby Chapman T: 206.370.8052 E: tobyandali@yahoo.com 

Information Contacts 

Division Chair: Toby Chapman, 210 Rimrock Way, Missoula, MT 59803, T: 206.370.8052 

E: tobyandali@yahoo.com. 

PACIFIC NORTHWEST MASTERS 

Schedule 

Date Location Race Event(s) 

Jan. 7-8 Snoqualmie Kickoff Off Classic GStr/GS 

Jan. 14-15 Crystal Mountain Rosenquist-Vala 2GS 

Jan. 20-22 49 Degree N Elderdaze SGtr/3SG 

Jan. 28-29 Hoodoo Bend Ski Club SL/SL 

Feb. 2-5 Big Sky Western Regionals SC/SG/GS/SL 

Feb. 11-12 Alpental Over The Hill 3SL 

Feb. 18-19 Willamette Pass Peter Lorinez Cup GS/GS 

Feb. 22-26 Schweitzer Don Brooks Memorial GStr/SGtr/2SG/GS/SL 

Mar. 3-4 Mt Hood Ski Bowl Skiyente Cup SL/GS 

Mar. 9-12 Stevens Pass Osborne-Grage SLtr/SL/GS/2SG 

Mar. 17-18 Lookout Pass Outlaw Rendezvous GS/SL 

Mar. 19-23 Park City, UT Nationals SC/SG/GS/SL 

Mar. 27-31 Mammoth, CA FIS Criterium SG/GS/GS/SL 

Apr. 5-8 Mt Bachelor PNSA Championships SGtr/2SG/GS/SL 

PNSA Overview 

PNSA hosts races throughout the Pacific Northwest, from January to April. Race in as few 

or as many races as you like. There is a points competition per gender and age category - 

each racer in their category gets points for finish position. Awards are given out at the PNSA 

Championships at Mt. Bachelor, OR in April. 

PNSA Goal 

We welcome all levels of skiers, from skiers looking to challenge themselves through 

racing, to the most avid ski racer who attends every event they can. Our goal is to have fun, 

ski with and meet new friends while improving one’s ski racing skills. Your goal is to bring 

a friend to a race and spread the word about Masters Racing! To receive information about 

PNSA masters racing by email, contact Merilyn Moss to add your name to our email list. 

Race Entries 

1. Online registration at www.pnsamasters.org. To get to online registration, click in the 

Online Registration column for the race you’re entering 

2. If online registration is not available, mail entry fees and entry cards to the Race organizer 

so that it arrives one week before the race date. See back of this handbook for a copy of the 

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entry card or get one at www.pnsamasters.org. Calling or emailing the race organizer may 

not be considered pre-entering a race – check with the organizer. All races but the PNSA 

Championships (Mt. Bachelor) will allow same-day entry, but expect to pay a late fee. 

3. Entry Fees: Our entry fees for GS and SL races are $27 unless a different rate is specified in 

the race announcement; for SG the fees are $37 to cover the additional costs for equipment. 

The PNSA Championships, the Western Region Championships and U.S. National 

Championships each have their own fee schedule. Those fees are set based on their cost 

structure. Check www.pnsamasters.org or this handbook for fee information. 

USSA/PNSA Membership Requirements 

Racers must have a current USSA Masters Competition Card. This must be shown at time 

of race sign in. A temporary, or “day-of-race” membership, can be purchased at the race site. 

Only one temporary membership is allowed per season; the cost of the temporary membership 

can be applied to a season long membership 

Helmets 

Racers must wear a ski helmet in ALL events. 

Contacts 

PNSA website: Please go to www.pnsamasters.org for information such as schedules, 

contacts, web links and race results. Visit it often for race information changes. 

PNSA Chair: Ann Ozuna, C: 509.993.2283 or T: 509.455.7944 E: aozuna@ieway.com 

Race Schedule Coordinator: Knut Olberg T: 206.714.4522 E: norski@msn.com 

Email Communication: Merilyn Moss T: 206.524.7800 E: moss@halcyon.com. Contact 

Merilyn if you need an address, phone number or email address of a PNSA member or race 

coordinator or wish to e mail your event to the entire membership. 

Temporary License/Bibs: Carolyn Phillips T: 360.663.2602 E: carolyn@bjwhite.net 

New Racers: Peter Christian T: 425-883-4770 E: gm@bearcreekcc.com 

Nationals and Regionals: See Chap. 5 of this book 

Crystal Mt: Rodger Lawton, 3808 6th Ave NW, Olympia, WA 98502 C: 360.970.1118 

E: cmac@cmacskiracing.com 

49 Degrees North: Masters Entry: 49 Degrees North, PO Box 166, Chewelah WA 99109. 

Race Contact FAST Attn Jim Holcomb, Box 166, Chewelah WA 99109 T: 509.251.9383 

E: fast@ski49n.com 

Lookout Pass: Lookout Pass Ski Area, PO Box 108, Wallace ID 83873. Race Contact: Casey 

Hatfield, Mt Manager. E: casey@skilookout.com W www.skilookout.com 

Mt Bachelor, PNSA Championships: Entries in advance only - online or mailed (must be 

received by deadline). NO day of race entries. Mail to: PNSA Masters Race Administrator, 

563 SW 13th St, Suite 201, Bend OR 97702. Inquiries: E: raceinfo@mbsef.org 

W: www.mbsef.org Check under Events (Calendar) for race announcement, entry form and 

online entry availability. 

Mt. Hood Meadows: Skiyente Ski Club, Diane Hicks, 12512 SE Stark #B, Portland OR 

97223 T: 503.253.5086 

Schnee Vogeli Ski Club: Rogers, PO Box 249, Government Camp, OR 97028, T: 503.789.0104 

E: edrskier@msn.com 

Schweitzer Mt: SARS Masters, Ann Ozuna, 3403 S Tekoa St, Spokane WA 99203 

T: 509.455.7944 E: mastersrace@sars.net W: www.sars.net. 

Stevens Pass: SPAC and Penguin Ski Club, Race Administrator E: raceadmin@spacracing. 

com W: www.spacracing.com 

Summit at Snoqualmie/Alpental: Summit Race Dept. PO Box 1068, Snoqualmie Pass WA 

98068 T: 425.434.6729 E: raceandevents@summiti90.com - Snow Sports Director: Jen 

Knox jknow@summiti90.com. Entries to Karter Riach: kriach@summiti90.com. 

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PNSA Masters Training Opportunities 

Crystal Mt: Rodger Lawton, 3808 6th Ave NW, Olympia, WA 98502 T: 360.459.4400 or 

C: 360.970.1118 E: cmac@cmacskiracing.com 

Schweitzer Mt. SARS Masters: Ann Ozuna, South 3404 Tekoa St, Spokane WA 99203 

T: 509.455.7944 E: aozuna@ieway.com. Wed./Thur. and weekend training available. See 

www.sars.net under masters for current info. 

Summit at Snoqualmie/Alpental: Summit Race Dept, PO Box 1068, Snoqualmie Pass WA 

98068 T: 425.434.6729 E: raceandevents@summiti90.com or Snow Sports Director: Jen 

Knox jknox@summiti90.com. Summit website: www.summitatsnoqualmie.com. 

Mt Bachelor: MBSEF Masters/Adult Training Program: Tues. - Fri., Sun., holidays 

Mon., (Sat. starting mid-March), 9 a.m. - noon, late Nov. - late April. Full season, 20 

day, 10 day and drop-in programs available. Contact: MBSEF at T: 541.388.0002 or 

E: mbsef@mbsef.org, Greg Timm at E: gtimm@empnet.com or T: 541.385.7853. 

Stevens Pass: The SPAC Masters Racing program starts early Jan. and continues for 8-10 

weeks. Training will be offered on Thur. evenings and Fri. afternoons only. 16 training 

sessions are possible from January through March 2009 . See the SPAC website for access 

to the most current information, www.spacracing.com. 

Lyons Ski School: Masters Training Program is designed for Master racers and other adults 

interested in the challenge of ski racing. Includes directed free skiing, drill and gate 

training. Coaching by Dave Lyon with additional coaching and support by guest coaches. 

January and February Thur. 6:30 -8:30 p.m. See the Lyons website for current information, 

www.lyonskischool.com. 

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ROCKY MOUNTAIN MASTERS 

Schedule 

Date Location Discipline 

Dec. 2-4 Loveland GS/SL 

Jan. 7-8 Copper Mtn. GS/SL 

Jan. 14 Ski Cooper trDH/DH 

Jan. 21-22 Winter Park SL/GS 

Jan. 27-29 Vail SL/GS/2SG 

Feb. 2-5 Big Sky, MT Regionals Chapter 5 

Feb. 4-5 Keystone trDH/2DH 

Feb. 11-12 Ski Cooper SC/GS 

Feb. 18-20 Aspen 2SG/2DH 

Mar. 10-11 Ski Cooper 3DH National DH 

Mar. 19-23 Park City, UT Nationals Chapter 5 

Mar. 24-25 Aspen Highlands SC/GS 

Mar. 31 - Apr. 1 Loveland SL/SL 1 run 

Schedule is preliminary and subject to change. Check in time 7:30-8:30 a.m. on race day. Start times at 10 a.m. 

unless otherwise posted at registration, or contact our website for update information. 

Rocky Mountain Masters 

The Rocky Mountain Masters program tours all of the major ski areas in Colorado, making 

participation a must for any vacationers from other regions. All Masters racers nationwide are 

cordially invited and welcome to join us for a race weekend if you are planning a ski vacation 

in Colorado. We are operated by a volunteer Board of Directors and have developed many 

unique features that make our program easy and rewarding to participate in. 

• All four alpine ski-racing disciplines on full length FIS homologated courses (check out 

our schedule you speed freaks, many DH races with even more training!) 

• New this year---Super Combined! Due to popular demand, we have several SC events on 

the schedule this year. 

• Automated race registration at www.rmmskiracing.org 

• Elite class that recognizes the top racers across all age classes 

• Sportage system that applies a handicap based upon age, allowing older racers to effectively 

compete against the young racers for hardware 

• Door prizes at awards ceremonies in addition to medals based on results 

• Great deals on lift tickets 

Masters racing in Colorado has become more competitive in recent years, with many 

resorts offering fantastic training opportunities. Most of these offer full season programs, 

punch cards and daily rates to accommodate our out-of-state guests. With both early season 

weekend training, and mid-week sessions available throughout the season, there just aren’t 

any excuses not to pick up modern techniques demanded by today’s newest equipment. Some 

of the areas offering Masters training include: 

Aspen, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Eldora, Keystone, Loveland, Vail and Winter 

Park. 

Our goal is to make it easy and fun to ski race and train in Colorado. Details are at 

www.rmmskiracing.org or www.ussa.org click alpine masters for national information. 

Our mailing address is: Rocky Mountain Masters, c/o Stacey Estelle, 6501 Perry Park 

Boulevard, Larkspur, CO 80118. Training and race information are at www.rmmskiracing.org 

or www.ussa.org click alpine masters for national information. 

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Race Registration 

Registration for our races is easy, go to www.rmmskiracing.org and click the Race 

Registration link. Our automated system will walk you through our online race registration 

process. Whether you’re a full-time RMM membership holder, an out-of-state USSA masters 

member, or a new participant, you are welcome to join us. Registration closes at 5 p.m. on the 

Thursday before each race weekend. Please be sure to check our website for any changes to 

schedule, discipline or venue. 

Fees 

Fees for the 2011/12 season are: $32 for tech events; for speed events, $32 per race run 

(normally two race runs). DH training is mandatory and priced at $32 per day. “Youngster” 

race fees for racers under 25 years of age are $8. RMM member fees are $35 for the season. 

Additional Contact Information 

Rocky Mt Masters Divisional Chair, Jennifer Kaufman, 2626 W 26th Ave, Denver CO 

80211 T: 720.855.8427 E: Jenniferkaufman@comcast.net. 

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NASTAR FOR MASTERS 

Nature Valley NASTAR race venues provide Masters racers with an opportunity to 

compete and train at more than 120 resorts in North America. NASTAR is the acronym for the 

NAtional STAndard Race and is the largest public ski race program in the world. More than 

95,000 Nature Valley NASTAR participants compete throughout the season to win platinum, 

gold, silver and bronze medals in their age and gender groups. 

The NASTAR program utilizes a handicap system to measure each participant’s ability. 

The system allows racers to compete against their peers, friends and family members across 

the country without racing on the same racecourse on the same day. This is accomplished by 

establishing a National Standard for all races. The National Standard is the Par Time or the 

“0” handicap which every racer competes against when they race Nature Valley NASTAR. 

The “0” handicap is set each year at the Nature Valley NASTAR National Championships 

by the fastest racer. World Cup Champion and US Ski Team member, Steve Nyman, was the 

fastest racer at the National Championships last spring. This winter, participants will race 

against Steve’s time each time they race NASTAR. In addition, participants are ranked in 

their ability group and the top ranked racers qualify to compete in the Nature Valley NASTAR 

National Championships. 

The NASTAR National Championships will expand this year as NASTAR and USSA have 

joined forces to bring recreational racers and US Ski Team members together for an alpine 

festival that will connect ski racers of all ability levels. “The Championships” will be a ten 

day celebration of the sport at Winter Park Resort, CO where current and former US Ski Team 

members will gather to compete with and against recreational racers in a family team event 

and a Pro-Am team event. US Ski Team alumni will participate with their family members 

in the Family Challenge and the Pro-Am Team Competition will give recreational racers 

the opportunity to add a US Ski Team member to their team. There will be parties, concerts, 

Warren Miller movies, race video and games to salute the sport of ski racing. 

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CODE OF CONDUCT 

Membership in the United States Ski and Snowboard Association is a privilege, not a right. 

All USSA members (athletes, coaches, and officials) when participating in any USSA activity 

must agree to conduct themselves according to USSA’s core values of Team, Loyalty, Integrity, 

Respect, Perseverance, and Accountability and abide by the spirit and dictates of this Code of 

Conduct. All members must agree to comport themselves in a sportsmanlike manner, and are 

responsible for their actions while attending or participating in all USSA activities (including 

but not limited to camps, competitions, and projects). 

Sportsmanlike conduct is defined as, but is not limited to: respect for competition officials, 

resort employees, and the skiing and snowboarding public, respect for facilities, privileges 

and operating procedures, the use of courtesy and good manners, acting responsibly and 

maturely, refraining from the use of profane or abusive language, and abstinence from illegal 

or immoderate use of alcohol and use of illegal or banned drugs. 

While participating in any USSA activity: 

1. USSA members shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the International Ski Federation 

Statutes, the United States Olympic Committee Bylaws, the USSA Bylaws, and the USSA 

Code of Conduct. 

2. USSA members shall conduct themselves at all times and in all places as befits worthy 

representatives of the United States of America, the United States Olympic Committee, 

USSA, their region, division, state or club and in accordance with the best traditions of 

national and international competition. 

3. USSA members are responsible for knowledge of and adherence to competition rules and 

procedures. Members are also responsible for knowledge of and adherence to the rules 

and procedures of the USSA national teams, camps or other projects when participating in 

such. 

4. USSA members shall maintain high standards of moral and ethical conduct, which includes 

self-control and responsible behavior, consideration for the physical and emotional wellbeing 

of others, and courtesy and good manners. 

5. USSA members shall abide by USSA rules and procedures while traveling to and from and 

participating in official USSA activities. 

6. USSA members shall abstain from illegal and/or immoderate consumption of alcohol. 

Absolutely no consumption of alcohol is permitted for those individuals under the age 

of 21. Members under 21 years of age shall not participate in gatherings involving 

consumption of alcohol unless it is an official USSA or event organizer function. 

7. No USSA member shall violate the customs, travel or currency regulations of a country 

while traveling with a USSA group or on a USSA ticket. 

8. No USSA member shall commit a criminal act. 

9. No USSA member shall engage in any conduct that could be perceived as harassment 

based upon gender, age, race, religion or disability. 

10. USSA members will avoid profane or abusive language and disruptive behavior. 

11. USSA members agree to abide by anti-doping rules and procedures established by WADA, 

USADA, and/or FIS. 

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Failure to comply with any of the above provisions may lead to disciplinary action by the 

appropriate team or competition leader. Disciplinary action may include: 

• Removal from the team trip or training camp. 

• Suspension from training and/or competition. 

• Elimination of coaching, travel, and other benefits. 

• Forfeiture of USSA membership. 

USSA is committed to principles of fairness, due process and equal opportunity. Members 

are entitled to be treated fairly and in compliance with USSA’s Bylaws, policies and 

procedures. Members are entitled to notice and an opportunity for a hearing before being 

prevented from participating in protected competition as that term is defined by the USOC 

Bylaws. Information on the processes for grievances, suspensions and appeals is available at 

www.ussa.org. 

Nothing in this Code shall be deemed to restrict the individual freedom of a USSA member 

in matters not involving activities in which one could not be perceived as representing 

USSA. In choices of appearance, lifestyle, behavior and speech while not representing 

USSA, competitors shall have complete freedom, provided their statements and actions do 

not adversely affect the name and reputation of the USSA. However, in those events where 

one is representing or could be perceived as representing USSA, USSA demands that its 

members understand and agree to behave in a manner consistent with the best traditions of 

sportsmanship and USSA’s core values. 

Last revised May 18, 2008 

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USSA MASTERS ENTRY CARD 

Last Name First Name USSA # Bib# 

Sex Date of Birth Age Class Club (if any) 

M F 

Mailing Address City State Zip 

Telephone Email 

Date of Race Name of Race Location Discipline (circle) 

DH SL GS SG 

For organizer use 

Fee Paid $ Date Rec’d Comments 

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USSA MASTERS ENTRY CARD 

Last Name First Name USSA # Bib# 

Sex Date of Birth Age Class Club (if any) 

M F 

Mailing Address City State Zip 

Telephone Email 

Date of Race Name of Race Location Discipline (circle) 

DH SL GS SG 

For organizer use 

Fee Paid $ Date Rec’d Comments 

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CONCUSSION CHECKLIST 

Signs and Symptoms 

Athletes who experience one or more of the signs and symptoms listed below after a bump, 

blow, or jolt to the head or body may have a concussion. 

Signs Observed by 

Coaches / Officials 

Appears dazed or stunned 

Moves clumsily 

Answers questions slowly 

Loses consciousness 

(even briefly) 

Shows behavior, or 

personality changes 

Can't recall events 

prior to hit or fall 

Can't recall events 

after hit or fall 

Symptoms Reported by 

Athlete 

Headache or "pressure" in head 

Nausea or vomiting 

Balance problems or dizziness 

Double or blurry vision 

Sensitivity to light or noise 

Feeling sluggish, hazy, 

foggy or groggy 

Concentration or 

memory problems 

Does not “feel right” 

Confusion 

Action Plan 

If you suspect that an athlete has a concussion 

1. Remove the athlete from training and competition. 

2. Provide athlete/family with USSA concussion parent information and medical evaluation 

forms. 

3. Notify the USSA of suspected concussion - jweinman@ussa.org. 

4. The athlete will be placed on USSA medical hold until the completed medical evaluation 

form is received with the signature of a medical professional who has been trained in 

concussion management within the past three years. 

More Information 

www.cdc.gov/ConcussionInYouthSports 

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