NCAA Experience: Gray Flanagan - Saint Michael's College

NCAA Experience: Gray Flanagan - Saint Michael's College

Rachael Desrochers

Join us for an inside look into SYNC NCAA Athlete and Saint Michael’s College student-athlete Gray Flanagan as we followed him around for a day. Gray tells us what it’s like to be a collegiate racer and the expectations, or lack thereof, that may come along with that. Watch the full YouTube video here. 

Facing Injury: Stories From SYNC Athletes

Facing Injury: Stories From SYNC Athletes

Rachael Desrochers
Ski racing is a thrilling sport, with athletes charging down icy slopes on razor-sharp edges at speeds upwards of 60 mph. However, along with these exhilarating highs come the inherent dangers of the sport. Injuries are not uncommon in ski racing, and currently five SYNC athletes have had their seasons prematurely ended due to injury. We sat down with each athlete to get insights into injury and recovery. 
How-To Train: Top Drills to Help Build Confidence in Speed

How-To Train: Top Drills to Help Build Confidence in Speed

Rachael Desrochers
In the final installment of the series How-To Train, former World Cup skier Miha Kürner walks us through 5 drills to help you build confidence in speed events, so you push out of the start looking for the fast line.
Racing Beyond Limits: SYNC Team Athlete Audrey Crowley

Racing Beyond Limits: SYNC Team Athlete Audrey Crowley

Rachael Desrochers
From a little hill in Wisconsin to preparing for her first Para World Cup start in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, SYNC Athlete Audrey Crowley's story is one that inspires. Despite being born with one arm, Audrey embraces the challenges that ski racing brings as she pursues her goal of competing in the 2026 Paralympics.
How-To Train: Top Drills for Powerful and Efficient GS Turns

How-To Train: Top Drills for Powerful and Efficient GS Turns

Rachael Desrochers
In our newest addition to the YouTube series How-To Train, we caught up with former World Cup skier Miha Kürner and he walked us through 5 drills for more powerful and efficient GS turns, making you the fastest on the course.
How-To Train: Top Drills For Consistent Slalom Turns

How-To Train: Top Drills For Consistent Slalom Turns

Rachael Desrochers
In our newest addition to the YouTube series How-To Train, we caught up with former World Cup skier Miha Kürner and he walked us through 5 drills for consistent slalom turns, changing those DNF's into times. 
5 Tips for Surviving Early Season Training

5 Tips for Surviving Early Season Training

Rachael Desrochers
We asked SYNC Team Athletes if they have any tips for surviving the sometimes grueling days and weeks of early season training. Here is what they had to say.
Introducing SYNC Junior Team Brand Partners

Introducing SYNC Junior Team Brand Partners

Rachael Desrochers
The SYNC Junior Team is now powered by SHRED, Mountain Flow Eco-Wax, The Feed, and Dr. Jim Taylor for the 2023/2024 season. To ensure our athletes have everything they need to perform at their best, we created partnerships that keep their heads protected, skis fast, bodies nurtured, and minds focused.
Meet SYNC Athlete Jimmy Krupka

Meet SYNC Athlete Jimmy Krupka

Rachael Desrochers
Introducing one of SYNC's newest additions to our roster, Jimmy Krupka. Read all about Jimmy’s ski racing journey, starting from his early days at GMVS, through his tenure with the U.S. Ski Team, his time at Dartmouth College and now his latest endeavor with World Racing Academy and much more.
5 Lessons Learned From Collegiate Skiing

5 Lessons Learned From Collegiate Skiing

Rachael Desrochers
We asked former SYNC Team Athletes and current NCAA SYNC Team members 5 things they learned from their experience in college, and collectively they highlighted Teamwork, Being a Role Model, Hard Work, Lifelong Connections, and Perseverance.
Introducing the 2023/2024 SYNC Team Canada

Introducing the 2023/2024 SYNC Team Canada

Rachael Desrochers
We are excited to announce the inaugural 2023/2024 SYNC Team Canada! This inaugural team features ten top-level athletes representing clubs from across the country. We can't wait to watch this exciting group of athletes reach for the top of the podium all season long!
The 2023/2024 SYNC Athlete Fund Recipients

The 2023/2024 SYNC Athlete Fund Recipients

Rachael Desrochers
SYNC Performance is thrilled to announced the 2023/2024 SYNC Athlete Fund Recipients. The SAF provides crucial funds directly to athletes so they can achieve their skiing goals.