Thrilling Freestyle Ski World Cup: Deer Valley Welcomes Top Athletes Back!

The recent warm weather has raised some eyebrows for the race crews setting up the moguls course on Champion ski run and the aerial jumps on the White Owl run. However, Resort spokesperson Emily Summers assures that everything is on track.

“We know how to handle whatever weather comes our way,” Summers said. “After 27 years of hosting international competitions, our team, including many long-time builders and volunteers, knows how to adapt and keep the courses ready.”

One exciting upgrade this year is the new LED lighting on Champion, which will enhance the experience for both spectators and athletes.

The three-day event kicks off with moguls. The qualification runs will have different times each day, but the finals will start every night at 7:30 p.m., with awards handed out around 9 p.m. Aerials will take place on Friday, and dual moguls are planned for Saturday night.

For those traveling to the event, Summers suggests taking the bus since they’ll get priority on the roads. “If you want to catch the finals, it’s a good idea to arrive around 5 p.m.,” she said. “Taking public transit is a great option. Buses drop you off right at Snow Park.”

There will be some local stars to watch. Nick Page, a favorite in town, recently earned two podiums and is aiming for his first win at his home hill. Alli Macuga, a talented competitor, is known for her past podium finishes and is still in the running. Also keep an eye on Nate Gendron, an 18-year-old from Park City, who recently finished eighth in dual moguls at the Junior World Ski Championships. Olympic silver medalist Jaelin Kauf and Olivia Giaccio are also competing.

In the aerials, Ashley Caldwell, a four-time Olympian and Olympic gold medalist, will showcase her skills along with Chris Lillis and Justin Schoenfeld, who were part of the gold medal-winning aerial team in 2022.

All events are free for the public. Just a heads up: no bags are allowed at the venue. Keep any personal items in your coat pocket or check them at the basket service available at Snow Park Lodge.