Team USA has just announced its roster for the 23/24 season. Many fresh faces join the stalwarts of the team and perhaps the biggest of these names is Walker Woodring AKA Walker Shredz, making the rookie team at just 13 years old (and only just 13 at that).
Team USA is a dominant force in the freeski competition scene and this roster will continue to challenge podiums and lace banger runs for another epic competition season
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In the halfpipe discipline, the roster is bursting with extraordinary athletes who have already etched their names in the history books. Leading the charge is the phenomenal David Wise, a two-time Olympic champion, whose mastery of the halfpipe is unparalleled. Joining him is Birk Irving, the reigning Crystal Globe winner. Hanna Faulhaber, the reigning World Champion returns and promises to go bigger than anyone else as always.
In the world of slopestyle, the talent pool is equally insane. Alex Hall, the reigning Olympic champion, will showcase his artistry on the slopes, captivating audiences with his innovative style and jaw-dropping tricks. Not forgetting Colby Stevenson, the Olympic silver medalist, whose tech and style make him a force to be reckoned with. Mac Forehand, the gold medalist at the X Games, will unleash his creative brilliance, pushing the boundaries of what's possible on the big air jumps, showing his prowess in recent years. Maggie Voisin, a three-time Olympian who has proven time and again that she is a true champion. Lastly, we have the unstoppable Grace Henderson, the current U.S. National Champion, ready to stake her claim on the slopes and leave a lasting impression.
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Two rising stars—Svea Irving and Tristan Feinberg— have been promoted to the pro team. Svea Irving's stellar performance earned her an X Games bronze medal and the prestigious National Champion award, securing her promotion. Meanwhile, Tristan Feinberg, hailing from the mountains of Colorado, made a triumphant leap to the pro team after an awe-inspiring 2022-23 season. His unique style and fearless approach will undoubtedly cause some upsets.
Troy Podmilsak, the reigning World Champion in big air, brings an unprecedented level of skill to the squad. With a World Cup podium finish in Switzerland and a gold medal at the World Championships, Podmilsak is set to amaze. Joining him is the talented Konnor Ralph, ready to step up to the next level and make his mark on the pro circuit.
The legendary Nick Goepper, a three-time Olympic medalist, is making his triumphant return. After announcing his retirement from slopestyle competition, Goepper is set to redefine his legacy in a thrilling new discipline—freeski halfpipe.
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Full Roster
Halfpipe Pro Team:
Women:
1. Hanna Faulhaber
2. Svea Irving
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Men:
1. Aaron Blunck
2. Lyman Currier
3. Tristan Feinberg
4. Alex Ferreira
5. Hunter Hess
6. Birk Irving
7. Cassidy Jarell
8. Dylan Ladd
9. David Wise
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Rookie Team:
Women:
1. Kate Gray
2. Riley Jacobs
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Men:
1. Ben Fethke
2. Nick Geiser
3. Connor Ladd
4. Matt Labaugh
5. Eugene (Kai) Morris
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Slopestyle/Big Air Pro Team:
Women:
1. Caroline Claire
2. Rell Harwood
3. Marin Hamill
4. Grace Henderson
5. Maggie Voisin
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Men:
1. Mac Forehand
2. Nick Goepper
3. Alex Hall
4. Hunter Henderson
5. Cody Laplante
6. Troy Podmilsak
7. Konnor Ralph
8. Colby Stevenson
Rookie Team:
Women:
1. Bella Bacon
2. Ellie DeRosier
3. Kate Gray
4. Jay Riccomini
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Men:
1. Tanner Blakely
2. Charlie Gnoza
3. James Kanzler
4. Henry Townshend
5. Walker Woodring
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