Female
Male
1971
Claire Blechman
Bill Shaw
1972
Susie Patterson
Pete Patterson
The Bill Janss Award for Outstanding Boy and Girl is one of the Sun Valley Ski Team’s highest honors, celebrating young skiers who embody exceptional skill, dedication, and sportsmanship. Named after Bill Janss, a visionary in the skiing community who greatly influenced Sun Valley, this award recognizes one boy and one girl who exemplify the team’s core values both on and off the slopes. These athletes demonstrate not only outstanding competitive performance but also a commitment to teamwork, perseverance, and a passion for skiing that inspires their peers and enriches the spirit of the Sun Valley Ski Team.