The Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation (SVSEF) Gold Team wrapped up an exceptional season at the SuperTour Finals and U.S. National Championships, held at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center in Vermont, March 27-29. Competing against the top cross country skiers in North America, SVSEF athletes delivered strong performances across three days of racing, highlighted by national championship events and a competitive field.

The race series opened Friday with the 1.5km Classic Sprint, followed by the 4x5km mixed gender relay on Saturday, and concluded Sunday with the demanding 40km Freestyle Mass Start.

In Friday’s Classic Sprint, Will Koch led the men with a 13th-place finish, followed closely by Peter Wolter in 14th. Mia Case placed 34th in the women’s field.

Saturday’s relay showcased teamwork and depth and some great fun, with the combined SVSEF/BSF team—featuring Mia Case, Will Koch, Elke Hammerstein (BSF Pro), and Elijah Weenig—finishing 2nd overall in the SuperTour unofficial team standings.

Sunday’s grueling 40km Freestyle Mass Start saw John Steel Hagenbuch (Dartmouth/SVSEF Gold Team) claim an impressive 2nd place. Will Koch added a strong 12th-place finish, while Mia Case led the women in 29th.

“What a season,” said Becky Flynn, SVSEF Cross Country Program Director. “This team showed up under pressure with passion and grit, supporting one another through every challenge along the way. It was a wonderful way to wrap up what has been an incredible season.”

Head Gold Team Coach Peter Holmes added, “SuperTour Finals this year was really fun. We had great weather in Craftsbury, which made for a fantastic spring weekend of racing. It was the perfect way to wrap up the season, and now we’re looking forward to some rest before getting back to training.”

Elijah Weenig reflected on the weekend, saying, “It was a super fun way to wrap up the season. The conditions were great for late March, and the energy was high. The courses were tough—especially the 40k—but it made for some really rewarding racing. I’m definitely looking forward to some well-earned rest.”

The weekend also marked the final race of Peter Wolter’s professional career. A longtime leader and dedicated member of the SVSEF community, Wolter leaves behind a lasting legacy of commitment, success, sportsmanship, and impact.

“He has been a steady and inspiring presence, and he will be deeply missed,” said Flynn. “We are incredibly grateful for all he has given to this program and community.”

Sammy Smith did not compete in the series, having returned to Stanford University following a full winter racing on the World Cup circuit and competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics and World Cup Finals.

The SuperTour Finals brought together the fastest skiers in North America to close out the 2025–2026 season, with national titles awarded in the Classic Sprint, Club Relay, and Freestyle Mass Start.

For full results, please visit: Super Tour Finals – Full Results

Photo of Will Koch getting himself to the front of the pack in the 40km skate mass start at SuperTour Finals: Tryg Solberg