<![CDATA[MINNEAPOLIS ALPINE SKI TEAM - Team Updates and Emails]]>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:49:01 -0500Weebly<![CDATA[26/27 Update #5]]>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:08:31 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2627-update-5MAST UPDATE #5
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Dear MAST Athletes & Caregivers: 

We had around 40 participants at Info Night last Monday and we welcomed our new athletes to the MAST Family! Thank you for joining us. 
What’s hot this week:
Register now with our team!
Click here to register with our team through TeamSnapONE: 2026-2027 Minneapolis Alpine Ski Team Registration
All athletes will also have to complete a second, separate registration with MPS Athletics at the end of October. Both registrations are required and each have a separate fee: MAST $300 and MPS Winter Athletics $75.  

Additional registration information can be found on the MAST website Fees and Registration page.  If after you register your athlete isn’t able to see the team on the TeamSnap One app, check here: MAST UPDATE #4.5.

HYLAND Season Passes
MAST practices are held at Hyland Hills Ski Area. If you aren’t one of the 16 skiers who paid for Season Passes last Spring, save the sales tax on your Hyland Season Pass by sending or dropping a check for $524 made out to “Mpls Alpine”. Checks must arrive before Oct 29 to Brenda at the address below. Season passes will be available for pickup at Hyland Hills on Nov. 10 at the Season Pass Pick Up night.
Brenda Hunter-Hanson
5312 Colfax Ave S
Minneapolis, MN  55419
Alternatively, passes are on sale on-line with Hyland for $524+tax until Oct 31, then increase to $549+tax. If you wait until Season Pass pick up night to purchase, you will also pay full tax. 


Volunteer Needs
The strength of MAST is highly dependent on parental involvement. Please join us in making this season a success!
Current volunteer needs:
  • ON-HILL volunteers - Parent volunteers during practices give our coaches more time to coach our racers. The only requirements are that you know how to ski (racing experience not needed) and you must complete the MPS Parent Background Check. Please reach out to Paige Alampi with questions.

    “Volunteering on the hill is as close as you can get to experiencing what your racer is experiencing. You see the course from all angles and feel the energy from the racers up close, either at the starting gate if you help start or along the course if you gate judge or do course maintenance. I highly recommend volunteering to be on the hill.” - Alumni parent Steve Moore
Mothership Mondays begin tomorrow and each Monday in October!  MAST PIZZA PARTY
Every Monday in October, Mothership Pizza will donate $1 from every pizza they sell.
5057 France Ave S
4PM-10PM
IMPORTANT DATES
  • Monday October 5, 4pm-10pm - Mothership Pizza will donate $1 to MAST from every pizza sold!
  • Monday October 12, 4pm-10pm - Mothership Pizza will donate $1 to MAST from every pizza sold!
  • Wednesday, October 14, 5pm to close - MAST Equipment Day at Pierce Skate and Ski Equipment. Call ahead to make an appointment 952-884-1990      
  • Monday October 19, 4pm-10pm - Mothership Pizza will donate $1 to MAST from every pizza sold!
  • Monday October 26 - Captain-led practices begin
  • Monday October 5, 4pm-10pm - Mothership Pizza will donate $1 to MAST from every pizza sold!
  • Monday November 9, 6-7:30pm - Season Opener Meeting - Zoom link to be sent.    
  • Tuesday November 10, 6-7:30pm - Season Pass Pick Up night Hyland Hills  
  • Wednesday November 11 - Coach-led dryland practices begin
  • Saturday, November 14 - Racer Retreat Hyland Ski Jump Lodge                                                                                                     
  • Thursday, November 19 - Give to the Max Day
  • Sunday December 6 - Race Worker Training (4pm-6pm) / Parent Social (5pm-7pm) Dual Citizen Brewery Company   
  • Wednesday December 30 - Saturday Jan 2  - Giants Ridge Camp!                            ​
]]><![CDATA[26/27 Update #4.5]]>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:10:34 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2627-update-45MAST UPDATE #4.5

September 30, 2026

Hello MAST Athletes, Caregivers and Newcomers!

It’s finally here! It’s time to register for the 2026-2027 Minneapolis Alpine Ski Team! And that means in less than 2 months you’ll be tuning skis, packing boot bags and charging gates down Hyland Hills! We’re so excited to get you registered that we are opening registration 4 hours early! Woohoo!

IMPORTANT! TEAMSNAP UPDATE!
As most of you know, MAST uses TeamSnap for registration, team membership, scheduling, and more. Well, just as we all got comfortable with our current team management platform, luck would have it that we are moving to a new version. Sigh. 


Over the summer, TeamSnap notified us that our organization would be switching to the updated and improved TeamSnapONE platform for our upcoming season. This is the newest, most concise platform from TeamSnap. Eventually, all TeamSnap users will migrate to TeamSnapONE. 

What does this mean for YOU?  You will need to download the new TeamSnapONE app. Parents/guardians and athletes will both need to download the new app. The good news is you can use your original TeamSnap login credentials to create your TeamSnapONE account, and any information in your profile/account will migrate. 

The registration form for MAST membership looks slightly different, but in a good way! It’s a little cleaner, less cluttered and doesn’t require you to print or upload anything! A few things to note:

  1. A parent/guardian account holder must be the person who registers the athlete.
  2. When entering athlete school and high school, please follow the example text under the text box. (Southwest High School, Sandford Middle School, etc).
  3. If you wish to register siblings at the same time, when you reach the page titled "Registration Summary” click on “+Add another registration.”
  4. Digital Waivers: please read and sign electronically. The adult completing the registration must be the adult signing the waivers. 
  5. Select your TeamSnap ONE experience: Sorry! We couldn’t get rid of this page. Just select the top choice, “Included with your registration.”
  6. Upon registration completion, you will be directed to download the TeamSnapONE app. 

IMPORTANT! ROSTERING & APP UPDATE!
When will I see my team or my athlete’s team in my TeamSnapONE app?
Within 12 hours of registration completion (likely sooner), we will roster athletes to their respective high school team:  Southwest Boys Alpine Ski, Southwest Girls Alpine Ski, Washburn Boys Alpine Ski, Washburn Girls Alpine Ski, MAST Alpine Ski (all other schools).

The team and athlete’s name within the roster will first appear in the parent/guardian’s app. The athlete’s parent/guardian will have to add the athlete as a “contact” from the parent’s app or the parent’s TeamSnap ONE account.  
To do this from the app:
  1. Wait until you see a team show up in your app. That means we’ve rostered your athlete. 
  2. Click on the team (e.g. Washburn Girls Alpine Ski).
  3. In the next screen, click on ROSTER.
  4. Click on the athlete’s name. (Your child)
  5. Click +ADD CONTACTS
  6. Add your athlete’s first name, last name, personal email. 
Your athlete will now be able to see their team and their name in the roster. 

And there you have it!  If you have any questions about the registration process please contact Coryn Petersen or your Core Parent. Questions directly related to the TeamSnapONE app can be directed to Coryn Petersen or Bill Bray. Thank you for your patience as we all navigate this new platform together!  Let’s go, MAST! 
**A second registration date and link to register with MPS Athletic Dept will follow in a later update. Reminder that both registrations are required and both carry separate fees: MAST $300 and MPS Winter Athletics $75.  
REGISTER HERE:   2026-2027 Minneapolis Alpine Ski Team Registration.  

For further registration information please visit the MAST website here. MPLS ALPINE FEES & REGISTRATION

​]]><![CDATA[26/27 Update #4]]>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:24:32 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2626-update-4MAST UPDATE #4
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Dear MAST Athletes & Caregivers: 
It’s hard to believe we are already at the end of September! October brings us registration, the MASTers golf tournament, Mothership Mondays, MAST day at Pierce, Captains’ practices and much more.  You’ll find all the details below. 
Please refer to Update #3 for information regarding race equipment / ski swaps, requests for on-hill parent volunteers and suggestions on how to help with our ongoing marketing blitz. 
Here are the hot topics this week!

MAST Information Night for New Athletes and Families
Monday, September 28 at 7:00 p.m.
Lynnhurst Recreation Center
1345 W Minnehaha Parkway Minneapolis, MN  55410
A night to learn about the Minneapolis Alpine Ski Team and how we create lifelong skiers and exceptional citizens. Meet coaches and racers on the team. Learn what the season looks like. Learn about racing equipment and how and where to purchase race equipment. 

MASTers GOLF TOURNAMENT
We still need golfers and donations!
Join us for the 7th Annual MASTers Golf Tournament! This adults-only fundraiser is a casual round of scramble golf for fun... all are welcome!  But the kids get to sit this one out. Dinner and beverages will be served in the clubhouse afterwards and we will be holding a raffle to earn extra funds. 
Time & Location: Thursday, October 1st, 4pm @ Lake Hiawatha Golf Course
Cost: $75/person
Raffle tickets: $20 each
To SIGN UP: MASTers Tournament Sign Up Link

If you have something to donate please email Ali Krueger (alikrueger@yahoo.com)
*Ideas for donations: Gift cards at stores/restaurants, access to sporting events, wine, golf gear, an experience, apparel/ equipment, tickets – nothing is too big or too small – we just appreciate your generosity!

Registration
MAST Registration will open online on this Thursday, October 1.  A registration link and instructions will be emailed mid-week. A second registration date and link to register with MPS Athletic Dept will follow in a later update. Reminder that both registrations are required and both carry separate fees: MAST $300 and MPS Winter Athletics $75.  

HYLAND Season Passes - Now on Sale!  
MAST practices are held at Hyland Hills Ski Area. If you aren’t one of the 16 skiers who paid for Season Passes last Spring, save the sales tax on your Hyland Season Pass by sending or dropping a check for $524 made out to “Mpls Alpine”. Checks must arrive before Oct 29, 2026 to Brenda at the address below. Season passes will be available for pickup at Hyland Hills on Nov. 10 at the Season Pass Pick Up night.
Brenda Hunter-Hanson
5312 Colfax Ave S
Minneapolis, MN  55419
Alternatively, passes are on sale on-line with Hyland for $524+tax until Oct 31, then increase to $549+tax. If you wait until Season Pass pick up night to purchase, you will also pay full tax. 


Volunteer Needs
The strength of MAST is highly dependent on parental involvement. Please join us in making this season a success!
Current volunteer needs:
  • Golf Scramble event lead - reach out to Ali Krueguer and she will get you fully familiarized with what needs coordinating for our event on October 1! alikrueger@yahoo.com
  • ON-HILL volunteers - Parent volunteers during practices give our coaches more time to coach our racers. The only requirements are that you know how to ski (racing experience not needed) and you must complete the MSP Parent Background Check. Please reach out to Paige Alampi with questions.

    “Volunteering on the hill is as close as you can get to experiencing what your racer is experiencing. You see the course from all angles and feel the energy from the racers up close, either at the starting gate if you help start or along the course if you gate judge or do course maintenance. I highly recommend volunteering to be on the hill.” - Alumni parent Steve Moore

IMPORTANT DATES
  • Monday Sept 28, 7-8pm - MAST Information Night for New Racers and Families                                                                                                  Lynnhurst Recreation Center- 1345 W Minnehaha Parkway Minneapolis, MN  55410                                                                                                      
  • Thursday October 1, 4pm - Annual MASTers Golf Tournament
  • Monday October 5, 4pm-10pm - Mothership Pizza will donate $1 to MAST from every pizza sold!
  • Monday October 12, 4pm-10pm - Mothership Pizza will donate $1 to MAST from every pizza sold!
  • Wednesday, October 14, 5pm to close - MAST Equipment Day at Pierce Skate and Ski Equipment. Call ahead to make an appointment 952-884-1990      
  • Monday October 19, 4pm-10pm - Mothership Pizza will donate $1 to MAST from every pizza sold!
  • Monday October 26 - Captain-led practices begin
  • Monday October 5, 4pm-10pm - Mothership Pizza will donate $1 to MAST from every pizza sold!
  • Monday November 9, 6-7:30pm - Season Opener Meeting - Zoom link to be sent.    
  • Tuesday November 10, 6-7:30pm - Season Pass Pick Up night Hyland Hills  
  • Wednesday November 11 - Coach-led dryland practices begin
  • Saturday, November 14 - Racer Retreat Hyland Ski Jump Lodge                                                                                                     
  • Thursday, November 19 - Give to the Max Day
  • Sunday December 6 - Race Worker Training (4pm-6pm) / Parent Social (5pm-7pm) Dual Citizen Brewery Company   
  • Wednesday December 30 - Saturday Jan 2  - Giants Ridge Camp! ​
]]><![CDATA[26/27 Pre-Season Update #3]]>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:42:54 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2626-pre-season-update-3MAST UPDATE #3
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Dear MAST Athletes & Caregivers: 
Welcome the new athletes/families to MAST who have expressed interest in our team! If you haven’t already, make sure to check out our MAST Fact Sheet. 
Our means of communicating with our athletes and families is through email. Our sport is more complicated than most, but also more rewarding once you settle in for the journey. Unfortunately, we are unable to add “mpsedu” email addresses to our google groups address book. Parents, please share these updates with your athlete, and if you have an additional email address for your student, please let us know so we can add them to our distribution list. 
We have a lot coming up!

MAST Information Night for New Athletes and Families
Monday, September 28 at 7:00 p.m.
Lynnhurst Recreation Center
1345 W Minnehaha Parkway Minneapolis, MN  55410
A night to learn about the Minneapolis Alpine Ski Team and how we create lifelong skiers and exceptional citizens. Meet coaches and racers on the team. Learn what the season looks like. Learn about racing equipment and how and where to purchase race equipment.


MASTers GOLF TOURNAMENT
Join us for the 7th Annual MASTers Golf Tournament! This adults-only fundraiser is a casual round of scramble golf for fun... all are welcome!  But the kids get to sit this one out. Dinner and beverages will be served in the clubhouse afterwards and we will be holding a raffle to earn extra funds. 
Time & Location: Thursday, October 1st, 4pm @ Lake Hiawatha Golf Course
Cost: $75/person
Raffle tickets: $20 each
To SIGN UP: MASTers Tournament Sign Up Link

If you have something to donate please email Ali Krueger (alikrueger@yahoo.com)
*Ideas for donations: Gift cards at stores/restaurants, access to sporting events, wine, golf gear, an experience, apparel/ equipment, tickets – nothing is too big or too small – we just appreciate your generosity!

MAST Marketing Blitz
Our Fall Marketing Blitz is in full swing so please make sure to put out those MAST yard signs, share our social media posts, and talk to your friends about the camaraderie, strength, and good times MAST provides! Help us continue to build and sustain our team for all the years ahead. If you need a MAST yard sign, please email or text Heather Hunt and she will get a sign to you. heatherhunt710@gmail.com / 612-860-7608.
We know that word of mouth is one of the main sources of new recruits for MAST and this is a great way to let your network know about your MAST experience. Your advocacy will help grow the program! Point other parents and students to the website for all the info they need to explore MAST for their family. http://www.mplsalpineski.org/

Thanks in advance for the support! Go MAST!

Registration and Rostering
MAST Registration will open online on October 1. Information will be included in our next update to guide you through the MAST TeamSnap registration process.  A second registration date and link will follow for MPS winter sport registration.  

HYLAND Season Passes - Now on Sale!  
MAST practices are held at Hyland Hills Ski Area. If you aren’t one of the 16 skiers who paid for Season Passes last Spring already, save the sales tax on your Hyland Season Pass by sending or dropping a check for $524 made out to “Mpls Alpine”. Checks must arrive before Oct 29, 2026 to Brenda at the address below. Season passes will be available for pickup at Hyland Hills on Nov. 10 at the Season Pass Pick Up night.
Brenda Hunter-Hanson
5312 Colfax Ave S
Minneapolis, MN  55419
Alternatively, passes are on sale on-line with Hyland for $524+tax until Oct 31, then increase to $549+tax.  If you wait until Season Pass pick up night to purchase, you will also pay full tax. 


Volunteer Needs
The strength of MAST is highly dependent on parental involvement. Please join us in making this season a success!
Current volunteer needs:
  • Golf Scramble event lead - reach out to Ali Krueguer and she will get you fully familiarized with what needs coordinating for our event on October 1! alikrueger@yahoo.com
  • Registration Assistance: 1) Family Roster Management 2) Baseline Concussion Testing Management. Both roles are spreadsheet management and a little coordination with the school trainer during the registration months of October/November. Please contact Coryn Petersen corynpetersen@gmail.com or 612.910.2560 for more info. 
  • ON-HILL volunteers - Parent volunteers during practices give our coaches more time to coach our racers. The only requirements are that you know how to ski (racing experience not needed) and you must complete the MSP Parent Background Check. Please reach out to Paige Alampi with questions.

    “Volunteering on the hill is as close as you can get to experiencing what your racer is experiencing. You see the course from all angles and feel the energy from the racers up close, either at the starting gate if you help start or along the course if you gate judge or do course maintenance. I highly recommend volunteering to be on the hill.” - Alumni parent Steve Moore


Equipment: Assess your equipment needs now
All racers need SLALOM skis and racing boots. Learn about the equipment you need and how to size and select equipment on our website: MAST Equipment Info
Check out our Ski Swap Inventory first. Here is where MAST skiers list their used equipment for sale.  Check back often, as new items are posted weekly during the Fall period.  
And if you are a MAST skier (current or alum) who wants to sell your skis, boots, poles, GS Suit, whatever, fill out the Mast Equipment Swap Sale Form and then send photos to Bill Bray at bbray183@icloud.com to get them posted now, before teammates start shopping elsewhere.  If you sell an item, please let Bill know to remove it from the posting so you aren’t bothered by more requests.    
Ski Swaps available for purchasing USED ski equipment:
Be very clear you are shopping for a MAST alpine racer shopping for Slalom race gear.  Ask for a salesperson who is knowledgeable in ski race gear. The race stuff goes fastest so you are far more likely to find things if you go on the early end.
MLK Giants Ridge Race - plan ahead and book accommodations now
Race dates are forthcoming, but one we know about and always like to plan in advance for is the MLK Giants Ridge Race Saturday, January 16th. Those invited will be the top 6-7 boys and girls in each of the three schools: Washburn, Southwest, and MAST (which is all other schools).
If you think your athlete might be selected to attend, it is suggested to secure accommodations in or near Biwabik or Virginia, MN that can be cancelled. Lodging fills earlier than you would think and some of our racers have had trouble finding accommodations if they wait until rosters are announced.


IMPORTANT DATES
  • Monday Sept 28, 7-8pm - MAST Information Night for New Racers and Families Lynnhurst Recreation Center- 1345 W Minnehaha Parkway Minneapolis, MN  55410                                                                                                      
  • Thursday October 1, 4pm - Annual MASTers Golf Tournament
  • October 14, 5pm to close - MAST Equipment Day at Pierce Skate and Ski Equipment. Call ahead to make an appointment 952-884-1990      
  • Monday October 26 - Captain-led practices begin
  • Monday November 9, 6-7:30pm - Season Opener Meeting - Zoom link to be sent.    
  • Tuesday November 10, 6-7:30pm - Season Pass Pick Up night Hyland Hills  
  • Wednesday November 11 - Coach-led dryland practices begin
  • Saturday, November 14 - Racer Retreat Hyland Ski Jump Lodge 
  • Thursday, November 19 - Give to the Max Day
  • Sunday December 6 - Race Worker Training (4pm-6pm) / Parent Social (5pm-7pm) Dual Citizen Brewery Company   
  • Wednesday December 30 - Saturday Jan 2  - Giants Ridge Camp!                            


]]><![CDATA[26/27 Pre-Season Update #2]]>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:42:00 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2627-pre-season-update-2MAST UPDATE #2
Sunday, September 13, 2026


Dear MAST Athletes & Caregivers: 

Thank you to all who helped with our annual State Fair Barn Cleanup Fundraiser! Despite some hiccups with the garbage trucks, you hung in there to finish the job with good cheer!   This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, as well as a great team builder, and was a great success!  Thanks to Aaron Hasler for organizing! 

Our Fall Marketing Blitz is in full swing so please make sure to put out those MAST yard signs, share our social media posts, and talk to your friends about the camaraderie, strength, and good times MAST provides! Help us continue to build and sustain our team for all the years ahead. If you need a MAST yard sign, please email or text Heather Hunt and she will get a sign to you. heatherhunt710@gmail.com / 612-860-7608


MASTers GOLF TOURNAMENT
Join us for the 7th Annual MASTers Golf Tournament! This adults-only fundraiser is a casual round of scramble golf for fun... all are welcome!  But the kids get to sit this one out. Dinner and beverages will be served in the clubhouse afterwards and we will be holding a raffle to earn extra funds. 
Time & Location: Thursday, October 1st, 4pm @ Lake Hiawatha Golf Course
Cost: $75/person
Raffle tickets: $20 each
To SIGN UP: MASTers Tournament Sign Up Link

If you have something to donate please email Ali Krueger (alikrueger@yahoo.com)
*Ideas for donations: Gift cards at stores/restaurants, access to sporting events, wine, golf gear, an experience, apparel/ equipment, tickets – nothing is too big or too small – we just appreciate your generosity!
EXPANDING OUR COACHING STAFF
We are looking to expand our coaching staff this year! If you or someone you know would be interested, please reach out to Paige Alampi or Janelle Voyakin.

VOLUNTEER NEEDS
The strength of MAST is highly dependent on parental involvement. Please join us in making this season a success!
Current volunteer needs:
  • Golf Scramble event lead - reach out to Ali Krueguer and she will get you fully familiarized with what needs coordinating for our event on October 1! alikrueger@yahoo.com
  • Registration Assistance: 1) Family Roster Management 2) Baseline Concussion Testing Management. Both roles are spreadsheet management and a little coordination with the school trainer during the registration months of October/November. Please contact Coryn Petersen corynpetersen@gmail.com or 612.910.2560 for more info. 
  • ON-HILL volunteers - Parent volunteers during practices give our coaches more time to coach our racers. The only requirements are that you know how to ski (racing experience not needed) and you must complete the MSP Parent Background Check. Please reach out to Paige Alampi with questions.

    “Volunteering on the hill is as close as you can get to experiencing what your racer is experiencing. You see the course from all angles and feel the energy from the racers up close, either at the starting gate if you help start or along the course if you gate judge or do course maintenance. I highly recommend volunteering to be on the hill.” - Alumni parent Steve Moore

EQUIPMENT
Assess your equipment needs now
All racers need SLALOM skis and racing boots. Learn about the equipment you need and how to size and select equipment on our website: MAST Equipment Info
Check out our Ski Swap Inventory first. Here is where MAST skiers list their used equipment for sale.  Check back often, as new items are posted weekly during the Fall period.  
And if you are a MAST skier (current or alum) who wants to sell your skis, boots, poles, GS Suit, whatever, fill out the Mast Equipment Swap Sale Form and then send photos to Bill Bray at bbray183@icloud.com to get them posted now, before teammates start shopping elsewhere.  If you sell an item, please let Bill know to remove it from the posting so you aren’t bothered by more requests.    
Ski Swaps available for purchasing USED ski equipment:
Be very clear you are shopping for a MAST alpine racer shopping for Slalom race gear.  Ask for a salesperson who is knowledgeable in ski race gear. The race stuff goes fastest so you are far more likely to find things if you go on the early end.
RACE DATES
Race dates are forthcoming, but one we know about and always like to plan in advance for is the MLK Giants Ridge Race Saturday, January 16th. Those invited will be the top 6-7 boys and girls in each of the three schools: Washburn, Southwest, and MAST (which is all other schools).
If you think your athlete might be selected to attend, it is suggested to secure accommodations in or near Biwabik or Virginia, MN that can be cancelled. Lodging fills earlier than you would think and some of our racers have had trouble finding accommodations if they wait until rosters are announced.

ROSTERING AND REGISTRATION
Registration with MAST will open October 1. More information on the registration process to come.

IMPORTANT DATES
  • Monday Sept 28, 7-8pm - MAST Information Night for New Racers and Families                                                                                                    
    • Where: Lynnhurst Recreation Center- 1345 W Minnehaha Parkway Minneapolis, MN  55410
    • What: A night to learn about the Minneapolis Alpine Ski Team and how we create lifelong skiers and exceptional citizens. Meet coaches and racers on the team. Learn what the season looks like. Learn about racing equipment and how and where to purchase race equipment.                                                                                                        
  • Thursday October 1, 4pm - Annual MASTers Golf Tournament
  • October 14, 5pm to close - MAST Equipment Day at Pierce Skate and Ski Equipment. Call ahead to make an appointment 952-884-1990      
  • Monday October 26 - Captain-led practices begin
  • Monday November 9, 6-7:30pm - Season Opener Meeting - Zoom link to be sent.    
  • Tuesday November 10, 6-7:30pm - Season Pass Pick Up night Hyland Hills  
  • Wednesday November 11 - Coach-led dryland practices begin
  • Saturday, November 14 - Racer Retreat Hyland Ski Jump Lodge                                                                                                     
  • Thursday, November 19 - Give to the Max Day
  • Sunday December 6 - Race Worker Training (4pm-6pm) / Parent Social (5pm-7pm) Dual Citizen Brewery Company   
  • Wednesday December 30 - Saturday Jan 2  - Giants Ridge Camp!     
]]><![CDATA[26/27 Pre-Season Update #1]]>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:37:36 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2627-pre-season-update-1MAST PRE-SEASON UPDATE #1
Sunday, August 30, 2026

Dear MAST Athletes, Parents and Coaches: 

Welcome to the first official MAST Update of the 2026-27 season. We hope you enjoyed your summer! Weekly updates will be sent until the season is officially underway.

If you are new to the team or just have general questions about MAST, check out our MAST Fact Sheet. 


STATE FAIR BARN CLEANUP FUNDRAISER
This is a great MAST tradition and our team has been fortunate to have the connection to the fairgrounds to raise good money that pays for our awesome coaches and all of the gates you break during the season! The more people we have, the quicker and more fun the event is. So even if you are a MAST newcomer, we can show you the ropes and help you meet new people. Your ticket to the fair is good all day but it will close at 8:00 pm this year - so come early if you want to have more time outside the barn!

What: State Fair Barn Cleanup
Where: MN State Fair - 1785 Judson Avenue
When: Monday, Sept. 7th at 5:30 pm
Who: Anyone willing to work: athletes, siblings, parents, uncles, aunts, grandparents. 
How: Sign up by clicking on the Sign up Genius below. 
MN State Fair Barn Clean Up 2026 
Bring: Work gloves, water bottle, mask (it gets smelly/dusty). 
All volunteers will pick up their free ticket to the fair from the Hasler's house prior to 9/7. Details are in the Sign Up link.


EQUIPMENT
Ski racing is an equipment intensive sport. All racers need SLALOM skis and racing boots. recreational equipment will not perform on a slalom course. Learn about the equipment you need and how to size and select equipment on our website: MAST Equipment Info
Assess your equipment needs now
  • Beginning racers:
    • new skis are not a big deal because you can probably make many adjustments to your technique and tactics to significantly lower your times. 
  • Returning racers:
    • Pull out your ski socks and try on your boots. Do they still fit? Are the soles worn down? Are they easy to flex? Too easy? Too stiff? 
    • Check out your skis. How much have you grown since last season? How much weight have you gained? How many years have they been used? How much side edge is left? How beat up are the bases? 
    • Contact your coach if you have a question about whether your equipment will serve you well for another season.
  • Varsity level racers:
    • Worn out skis put you at a big disadvantage to the other competitors. If your skis are more than two years old, consider looking for a new pair of used skis with only one year of use on them or consider purchasing a new pair this year.
Ski Swaps available for purchasing USED ski equipment:
Be very clear you are shopping for a MAST alpine racer shopping for Slalom race gear.  Ask for a salesperson who is knowledgeable in ski race gear. The race stuff goes fastest so you are far more likely to find things if you go on the early end.
Purchasing NEW equipment:
If you are planning to purchase new boots or skis from a ski shop this season, SOONER IS BETTER. Shopping now and in September is better than October. October is better than November. 
  • Many ski shops may also offer discounts to high school racers - be sure to ask.
  • Pierce Skate and Ski asks that you make an appointment in advance if you are purchasing skis and/or boots this Fall. A boot fitting appointment can take up to 90 minutes if done properly, so plan accordingly. To make an appointment at Pierce call 952-884-1990.  
  • Tip: Download a clip of your best run from your Sprongo account when you go to buy new equipment. This will help the salesperson to better match the equipment to your skill level. 

IMPORTANT DATES
  • Monday Sept 28, 7-8pm - MAST Information Night for New Racers and Families                                                                                                    
    • Where: Lynnhurst Recreation Center- 1345 W Minnehaha Parkway Minneapolis, MN  55410
    • What: A night to learn about the Minneapolis Alpine Ski Team and how we create lifelong skiers and exceptional citizens. Meet coaches and racers on the team. Learn what the season looks like. Learn about racing equipment and how and where to purchase race equipment.                                                                                                        
  • Late Sept/Early October TBD - Annual MASTers Golf Tournament (more info coming!)
    • This is a casual round of scramble golf for fun, so all parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, alumni, coaches, and fans of MAST are welcome. The youth have to sit this one out however. More info to come.
  • October TBD - MAST Equipment Day at Pierce Skate and Ski Equipment. Call ahead to make an appointment 952-884-1990      
  • Monday October 26 - Captain-led practices begin
  • Monday November 9, 6-7:30pm - Season Opener Meeting - Zoom link to be sent.    
  • Tuesday November 10, 6-7:30pm - Season Pass Pick Up night Hyland Hills  
  • Wednesday November 11 - Coach-led dryland practices begin
  • Saturday, November 14 - Racer Retreat Hyland Ski Jump Lodge                                                                                                     
  • Thursday, November 19 - Give to the Max Day
  • Sunday December 6 - Race Worker Training (4pm-6pm) / Parent Social (5pm-7pm) Dual Citizen Brewery Company   
  • Wednesday December 30 - Saturday Jan 2  - Giants Ridge Camp!                                                 
                                       
ROSTERING AND REGISTRATION
Registration will begin in October. More information on dates and the registration process as the school year starts.

VOLUNTEER NEEDS
The strength of MAST is highly dependent on parental involvement. The MAST Board and Task Groups appreciate your willingness to volunteer and help make this a great season. We really can’t do it without you!
Current needs: Day-of event leader for MASTers Golf Tournament fundraiser, Registration assistance. Email mplsalpine@gmail.com if you can help!

​]]><![CDATA[25/26 Season Update #13]]>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:07:55 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2526-season-update-13MAST UPDATE Week 13
Sunday, February 1, 2026


Hello MAST Family,

What a season! From high-speed runs and long race days to the nonstop support from our amazing families, this year has been packed with memories. Even though the official race season has ended for some, the practicing, cheering, and fun are far from over. In fact, MAST Mamas - don’t forget about Mom’s Ski Night TONIGHT at Buck Hill! Make sure you READ ALL THE WAY THROUGH to catch this week’s schedule… including COSTUME PRACTICE on SATURDAY! 
Now it’s time for a short recharge before we head into Section Championships. We’re so excited to cheer on our athletes and watch all that hard work pay off on the hill!

SECTIONS PASTA FEED Pre-Sections on 2/3/26
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm- Dinner first, then meeting.

The Voyakins will be hosting a pre-Sections’ pasta feed.  Join your Sections' teammates and coaches as you carbo load, get a pep talk from coaches and support from fellow teammates.  This is for ALL sections starters, alternates and coaches. 
Sections’ parents - Please sign up to contribute!  We are taking care of the breadsticks and cookies.Pasta Feed Before Sections 2/3/2026
Racers, bring your filled water bottle. 
Voyakin Address: 
2828 Brookwood Terrace
Minneapolis, MN  55410


SECTIONS TEAM TeamSnap
A TeamSnap team has been created for our Sections Teams.  Please use this group chat for up-to-date, live-time communications.  Select “See All Teams” at the top of the page and click “Sections Teams.”


SECTIONS- Wild Mt. Sign Up for 2/4/2026 - VOLUNTEER Sign Up
Come and cheer on our racers - and sign up to help!!
Big races, like Sections, need a great deal of help to support our athletes.  We have spots for race volunteering (bibs, a couple of starters), food, and help with the tent.  MAST will be providing racers and coaches TACOs for lunch in the tent.


Sections IV Championship Wild Mt. 2/4/26


SECTION IV ALPINE SKIING CHAMPIONSHIPS - Wild Mt. -  2/4/2026 - Tentative Schedule (Subject to change by 25-30 minutes. We will notify you as soon as we know).

6:15am - Meet & load bus at Washburn
8:45 - 9:15am - Course Inspection
9:00am - Gate Judges meet @ Finish/ Course Workers meet @ Start
9:45am - First Run
12:20pm - Course Inspection
12:30pm - Gate Judges meeting
1:10pm - Second Run
4:00pm - Awards

*There will NOT be a return bus following Sections. Please plan to ride home with a parent/ caregiver or find a ride with a teammate.  


A REQUEST FROM YOUR TEAM CAPTAINS
Our wonderful Team Captains have a big banquet planning request!  We want to see your most epic falls!  Please complete this google form OR text Eva with your video and name. 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8RB09ooAB8h1je07-LOaIVIWvg6tTKP2KdCNc8SnsBdDIJg/viewform?usp=header It sounds like only 2 videos have been received thus far so get those epic falls 

Parents! If you have some great race pics, Captain Eva would like you to send them her way. 
Please text them to her at: 612-807-7649 

Parents of Seniors! Don’t forget to get those special Senior pictures into Jenny Hokanson. jmrhokanson@gmail.com/ 612-708-0628


THIS WEEK’S TRAINING/ RACE SCHEDULE

~Monday, February 2~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm

~Tuesday, February 3~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm

~Wednesday, February 4~
9:00am - Sections IV Championship - Wild Mountain
5:00pm - All Team Practice

~Thursday, February 5~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm

~Friday, February 6~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm

~Saturday, February 7~
7:45 - 10:30 ALL Pods 
***Don’t miss this!  It’s our annual CRAZY COSTUME DAY and our last Saturday Morning training of the season. We look forward to seeing all kinds of creatures and characters skiing the courses on Saturday.  


MAST PARENT EVENTS! - so much fun and not to be missed!

MAST Parent Slalom - Friday, February 6, 5:30 - 8:30pm 

On Friday, February 6 from 5:30 - 8:30pm, we will hold our 2nd Annual MAST Parents Slalom at Hyland!  MAST athletes will be your coaches and course workers!

Not a skier? That’s ok! Show up and be the Super Spectator you’ve been perfecting all season. After the race, parents are invited to head to the Ski Jump Chalet for some food, beverages, and social time!


Don’t miss this FUNdraising opportunity while improving your own skills and showing your athletes what you can do on the slopes!

Register Here: MAST Parent Slalom



Back by popular demand! MAST MOMS SKI NIGHT! - Sunday, February 1, 6:30pm
Calling all current and alumni MAST MOMS for a Sunday night SKI & SOCIAL GATHERING! Gather your gear and join new, veteran, and alumni MAST moms for some end-of-season fun!


WHO:  All MAST MOMS, regardless of your skiing ability!

WHEN:  Sunday, February 1 - 6:30pm Ski/ 8:30pm Après.

WHERE:  Buck Hill Ski Area. Meet in the lower level of the Buck ’54 Bar & Grill. (The building on the North end of the area, not the main chalet. Parking available right outside the lower level of Buck ‘54 Bar & Grill).

WHAT ELSE:  Ski from 7pm-9pm with the Late Night Lift Ticket. Advance tickets are available for $20 each, online. Tickets are redeemable beginning at 6:45pm in the ticket office. Moms - online ticket purchases will save you time and money! On-site ticket prices are slightly higher, and there’s those annoying time-consuming waivers. Get your ticket here!  Buck Hill Late Night Lift Ticket

WHAT IF:  You don’t want to ski? Join us Après Ski! We’ll have drinks at the Buck ’54 Bar & Grill around 9pm. Or, feel free to get the Après started before the Après! Buck ‘54 is open until 10pm, so it won’t be a late Sunday night. Just enough time to get some turns in with some friendly MAST Mom faces and toast to a fantastically fun season and wonderful MAST community. 

NO NEED TO RSVP!  JUST SHOW UP!  LOOKING FORWARD TO IT!
Contact Coryn Petersen with questions. (612) 910-2560



TEAM PHOTOS
Have you seen Janna’s photos on the MAST website?? Wow. Janna stands on that hill with frozen hands to capture our kids in action - and man, she has taken some incredible photos of our athletes! Even the teenagers approve of these pics (and we all know that’s no easy task). She has updated the MAST 2025-2026 Photo Gallery and you should really check it out! Janna, thank you!  We are so fortunate to benefit from your talent.



AWAY RACE LIFT TICKET INVOICES
We have been invoicing for Away race lift tickets via TeamSnap. We are doing our best to get the invoices out as close to a race as possible. Please take care of these at your earliest convenience. If you find you have been invoiced for a race in which you / your athlete did not race, please notify your Core Parent.



MAST END OF YEAR BANQUET
Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 5 pm. Details will be coming soon!



Another huge congratulations to our Sections Teams and bravo to all our athletes for elevating the competition, pushing each other and creating a one-of-a-kind team!



~COACHES and SUPPORT TEAM, Mpls Alpine Ski Team~
  (Jen Peterson - Communications) 

​]]><![CDATA[25/26 Season Update #12]]>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:26:03 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2526-season-update-12MAST UPDATE Week 12
Sunday, January 25, 2026
​
Hello MAST Family,

This past weekend our community showed what Minnesota pride truly looks like - neighbors turning out in extraordinary numbers to stand together in support of each other, even in the coldest of conditions and in the midst of grief. The strength, care, and compassion so many have shown around us have been powerful reminders of the kind of community we are. We persevere.

On the hill, our ski racers have embodied that same spirit every day. You’ve shown incredible sportsmanship, camaraderie, and dedication - cheering each other on, pushing through tough drills, and turning hard work into fast, clean runs. It’s been a joy to watch you grow as athletes and teammates.

We’ve had a terrific season so far, and as we head into this final week before Sections - and especially as our Seniors take the start with the whole team for the last time - let’s keep showing up for one another. Staying focused, supporting each other and finishing strong together will carry us forward.


A REQUEST FROM YOUR TEAM CAPTAINS

Our wonderful Team Captains have a big banquet planning request!  We want to see your most epic falls!  Please complete this google form OR text Eva with your video and name. 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8RB09ooAB8h1je07-LOaIVIWvg6tTKP2KdCNc8SnsBdDIJg/viewform?usp=header It sounds like only 2 videos have been received thus far so get those epic falls 

Parents! If you have some great race pics, Captain Eva would like you to send them her way. 
Please text them to her at: 612-807-7649



WAY TO REPRESENT!

They wouldn’t tell you themselves, but 8 of our MAST racers competed on crazy hard courses at the highly competitive USSA Dan Nagy Memorial at Mt. La Crosse this weekend. AND, they finished near the top! In a sea of DNFs and DSQs, Eva Voyakin, Sophia Larson, Steffan Drekonja, Sam Moore, Wyatt Shelton, Will Moertel, Beckett Peterson, and Rowan Krueger hung on and had fast, clean runs. In fact, Steffan got 5th place, Sam scored 9th, and Eva earned the top spot! That’s right…#1! Bravo!!! Give your teammates a pat on the back.



THIS WEEK’S TRAINING/ RACE SCHEDULE
*click on the links below to sign up to help and show your love. WE NEED YOU!!!

~Monday, Jan 26~
Don Ship Wild Invite - SELECT TEAM - *Teams were announced Thursday

Families, please help!!  Pioneer Invitational 1/26/2026 - Wild Mt Volunteer Signup
Big races, like the Wild Invite on January 26th, need lots of help to support our athletes. The SignUp includes food and drink to bring and race volunteering. We have a handful of positions to fill! Please sign up to help make this race run smoothly for all of our athletes!  

RACE DETAILS
6:15am - Meet & load bus at Washburn
8:45 - 9:15am - Course Inspection
9:00am - Gate Judges meet @ Finish/ Course Workers meet @ Start
9:45am - First Run
12:20pm - Course Inspection
12:30pm - Gate Judges meeting
1:10pm - Second Run
4:00pm - Awards
6:30pm approx. - Return to Washburn 

Monday’s weather forecast: COLD! Morning high of -12 with a -24 real feel, warming to 4 degrees for the 2nd run of the day, real feel of -14. Please dress warmly (hand/ toe warmers, face coverings, and plenty of layers). We will have the tent and heater set up to protect athletes from the frigid temps.
Food for Athletes: Breakfast, snacks, hot cocoa & cider will be provided in the tent, along with walking tacos for lunch! Plan to bring a snack for the ride home since we’ll be traveling back over the dinner hour. 


~Tuesday, Jan 27~
MEC#3 / JV Champs & Senior Night at Welch Village -  ALL TEAM

Families, please help!! MEC #4/JV Champs/Awards/Sr. Night/Welch

Transportation: We have a one-bus scenario for Tuesday due to no MPS bussing availability.  We have one bus and trailer that will meet at Washburn for departure at 1:15 pm.  Racers to take the bus: 
  • Washburn (except for some Washburn boys) 
  • All Middle Schoolers
  • MAST 
  • Southwest girl racers

RACE DETAILS
Early Release times: 
  • Washburn 1:00pm
  • All Other Schools 12:45pm
1:00 Southwest All SW boys will be placed in a carpool. Meet in the roundabout for 1 pm departure. 
*Contact Heather if your SW boy plans to ride the bus. 612-860-7608
1:15 All others meet and load buses at Washburn. Some Washburn boys will also carpool. (Jen Peterson will coordinate and contact you).
2:45 Arrive at Welch... Ticket. Bib. Boot up.
3:15 Warm Up
4:00 Inspection Opens
4:30 First Run
8:00 Bus departs for Washburn 

~Wednesday, Jan 28~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm

~Thursday, Jan 29~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm


~Friday, Jan 30~
Hyland Race #3 - JV/Non-Sections Racers/Last Senior Race - ALL TEAM

Families, please help fill these race worker positions!  MAST Hyland Hill Race #3 1/30/2026

Hyland Race #3 Race Day Info
2:30-2:45 - Early Release - **We will confirm times mid-week.
3:00-3:15 - Arrive at Hyland
3:15-3:45 - Warm Up
3:45 - Course Inspection for Both Courses
4:00 - Gate Judges Meet in the Finish Arena
4:30 - First Run

~Saturday, Jan 31~
7:45 - 10:00am - ALL PODS - at Hyland Hills
2:30 - 10:00PM - Supplemental Practice at Wild Mountain Register for 1/31 Supplemental Here



SAVE THE DATE!

MAST Parent Slalom - Friday, February 6, 5:30 - 8:30pm 

On Friday, February 6 from 5:30 - 8:30pm, we will hold our 2nd Annual MAST Parents Slalom at Hyland!  MAST athletes will be your coaches and course workers!

Not a skier? That’s ok! Show up and be the Super Spectator you’ve been perfecting all season. After the race, parents are invited to head to the Ski Jump Chalet for some food, beverages, and social time!


Don’t miss this FUNdraising opportunity while improving your own skills and showing your athletes what you can do on the slopes!


Back by popular demand! MAST MOMS SKI NIGHT! - Sunday, February 1, 6:30pm
Calling all current and alumni MAST MOMS for a Sunday night SKI & SOCIAL GATHERING! Gather your gear and join new, veteran, and alumni MAST moms for some end-of-season fun!


WHO:  All MAST MOMS, regardless of your skiing ability!

WHEN:  Sunday, February 1 - 6:30pm Ski/ 8:30pm Après.

WHERE:  Buck Hill Ski Area. Meet in the lower level of the Buck ’54 Bar & Grill. (The building on the North end of the area, not the main chalet. Parking available right outside the lower level of Buck ‘54 Bar & Grill).

WHAT ELSE:  Ski from 7pm-9pm with the Late Night Lift Ticket. Advance tickets are available for $20 each, online. Tickets are redeemable beginning at 6:45pm in the ticket office. Moms - online ticket purchases will save you time and money! On-site ticket prices are slightly higher, and there’s those annoying time-consuming waivers. Get your ticket here!  Buck Hill Late Night Lift Ticket

WHAT IF:  You don’t want to ski? Join us Après Ski! We’ll have drinks at the Buck ’54 Bar & Grill around 9pm. Or, feel free to get the Après started before the Après! Buck ‘54 is open until 10pm, so it won’t be a late Sunday night. Just enough time to get some turns in with some friendly MAST Mom faces and toast to a fantastically fun season and wonderful MAST community. 

NO NEED TO RSVP!  JUST SHOW UP!  LOOKING FORWARD TO IT!
Contact Coryn Petersen with questions. (612) 910-2560

MAST Banquet - Sunday, March 22, 5pm - Annunciation Church
More details to come. For now, send those epic falls and pictures from the season to Eva!



LIFT TICKETS
Do you have a season pass to one of our local ski hills? If you have a pass to a hill where we have races, please let us know beforehand and we will not purchase and charge you for a lift ticket for that race.



AWAY RACE LIFT TICKET INVOICES
We have been invoicing for Away race lift tickets via TeamSnap. We are doing our best to get the invoices out as close to a race as possible. Please take care of these at your earliest convenience. If you find you have been invoiced for a race in which you / your athlete did not race, please notify your Core Parent. 



REMAINING 2025-2026 RACE SEASON SCHEDULE: 
Jan 26 - Pioneer Invitational  - Wild Mtn - meet bus at 6:15am - SELECT TEAM
Jan 27 - MEC #4, JV Champs & Awards, Senior Night - Welch - 4:30pm
Jan 30 - Hyland Race #3 - JV/Non-Sections Racers/Last Senior Race
Feb 4 - SECTIONS - SELECT TEAM
Feb 10 - STATE 



~COACHES and SUPPORT TEAM, Mpls Alpine Ski Team~
  (Jen Peterson - Communications) 

​]]><![CDATA[25/26 Season Update #11]]>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:25:07 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2526-season-update-11MAST UPDATE Week 11
Sunday, January 18, 2026




Hello MAST Family,
MAST had a Giant weekend (yes, we love a good ski pun), and now we’re charging full speed into the final stretch of the season with two action-packed weeks of racing ahead! The temps are frigid, the snow is race-ready, and Minnesota is serving full Winter Wonderland vibes. With that said, keep a close eye on TeamSnap in the morning. There’s a slight chance that the weather could cause Wild to cancel tomorrow’s race. We will alert you with last-minute changes as soon as we hear. 
A quick but important reminder as we head into our race tomorrow: during our last Supplemental training, a few car windows were broken in the Washburn parking lot. Unfortunately, this can happen anywhere—even driveways and street parking—so please don’t leave valuables in your cars, especially anything visible.
And finally, it’s that time of year when colds and flu are trying to keep up with us. Let’s stay one step ahead by getting plenty of rest, eating well, taking vitamins, and washing hands often. Strong, healthy racers finish strong.  Let’s do this, MAST! 


Coaches’ Commentary from the Giant’s Ridge MLK Invite!


What a successful race day! Thank you to all of the athletes, families and friends that made the long trip up to Giants Ridge to pack in back to back races. It was a cold one and we appreciate everyone sticking it out and delivering great results.


Our athletes and supporters were cheering so loud yesterday that us coaches could hear you in the middle of the hill. Amazing job showing the rest of the hill what MAST is all about!


Yesterday’s implementation of tactics was truly incredible to watch. We all know Helsinki is no easy hill and you managed to attack the pitch, stay stacked in the compression, and rip it on the flats. Even Benji (Rock Ridge head coach) put smiley faces next to three of our athletes' names because he said they were the best pole plants they’d seen in years! Well done!!


In the morning’s Sunrise Race, we had some fast finishes with Eva Voyakin in 3rd, Steffan Drakonja in 9th, and Wyatt Shelton in 11th. Not only did we have great results for many individuals we also had outstanding team results with Southwest girls and Washburn boys both finishing in 2nd!


The success of the day did not stop there! In the afternoon, we had some speedy finishes by Eva Voyakin who placed in 4th and Harlowe Petersen who placed in 10th. Not far behind we had Sofia Larson in 12th, Sloane Petersen in 13th and Avery Patterson in 14th.  All these great finishes led the Southwest girls to their FIRST place team finish! On the boys side we had some phenomenal finishes with Steffan Drekonja in 5th, Wyatt Shelton in 9th, and Will Mortel in 11th! This led the Washburn boys to earn a FIRST place team finish! Wow two teams with first place finishes! The hard work you have put into this season is paying off!


Congratulations to all athletes! We can speak for all the coaches when we say we had a lot of pride in both your skiing and sportsmanship this weekend. Looking forward to getting back to Wild tomorrow!



Coaches Andréa, Eleanor, and Paige


This Week’s Immediate Action Items:


  • Families, please help!  We have some volunteer needs both for food and race workers. Please see below.
  • STATE YOUR Race Intentions 2025-26 Deadlines below:
    • January 26 Pioneer Invitational - TONIGHT Sunday, Jan 18.
    • Jan 27 - MEC #4, JV Champs & Awards -  Monday, Jan 19. 
    • Jan 30 - Hyland Race #3 Race and Feb 4 SECTIONS - Friday, Jan 23. 


THIS WEEK’S TRAINING/ RACE SCHEDULE

~Monday, Jan 12~ NO SCHOOL
MEC #2 MLK Race- Jack Z Memorial - Wild Mtn - 12:00pm - ALL TEAM

Families, please help!! We have some volunteer needs both for food and race workers.
Please sign up to help out here:  Jack Zahr Memorial - Wild Mtn. SignUp.

MEC Race #2 Race Day Info

8:45am Load Buses at Washburn
10:30 Arrive at Wild Mountain... Ticket. Bib. Boot up.
11:00 Warm Up
11:30 Inspection Opens
12:00 First Run
4:30 Buses depart for Washburn 

Monday’s weather forecast: COLD! High of -1 with a -16 wind chill. Please dress warmly (hand/ toe warmers, face coverings, and plenty of layers). We will have the tent and heater set up, along with a fire pit to help protect athletes from the frigid temps.
Food for Athletes: Snacks, hot cocoa & cider will be provided in the tent, along with baked ziti in the chalet (in between races). Plan to bring a snack for the ride home since we’ll be traveling back over the dinner hour. 


~Tuesday, Jan 20~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm

~Wednesday, Jan 21~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm

~Thursday, Jan 22~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm


~Friday, Jan 16~ NO SCHOOL
MEC Race #3 - Buck Hill - ALL TEAM

MEC Race #3 Race Day Info
1:00 Meet and Load Busses at Washburn
2:00 Arrive at Buck... Ticket. Bib. Boot up.
2:30 Warm Up
3:30 Inspection Opens
4:00 First Run
7:30 Buses depart for Washburn 


~Saturday, Jan 17~
7:45 - 10:00am - ALL PODS - at Hyland Hills




A REQUEST FROM YOUR TEAM CAPTAINS

Our wonderful Team Captains have a big banquet planning request!  We want to see your most epic falls!  Please complete this google form OR text Eva with your video and name. 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8RB09ooAB8h1je07-LOaIVIWvg6tTKP2KdCNc8SnsBdDIJg/viewform?usp=header


Parents! If you have some great race pics, Captain Eva would like you to send them her way.  Please text them to her at: 612-807-7649




SAVE THE DATE!

MAST Parent Slalom - Friday, February 6, 5:30 - 8:30pm

On Friday, February 6 from 5:30 - 8:30pm, we will hold our 2nd Annual MAST Parents Slalom at Hyland!  MAST athletes will be your coaches and course workers!


Not a skier? That’s ok! Show up and be the Super Spectator you’ve been perfecting all season. After the race, parents are invited to head to the Ski Jump Chalet for some food, beverages, and social time!


Don’t miss this FUNdraising opportunity while improving your own skills and showing your athletes what you can do on the slopes!


Back by popular demand! MAST MOMS SKI NIGHT! - Sunday, February 1, 6:30pm
Gather your gear and join new, veteran, and alumni MAST moms for a Sunday night ski and social gathering. Stay tuned for more info!



LIFT TICKETS
Do you have a season pass to one of our local ski hills? If you have a pass to a hill where we have races, please let us know beforehand and we will not purchase and charge you for a lift ticket for that race.



REMAINING 2025-2026 RACE SEASON SCHEDULE: 
Jan 19 - MEC #2 MLK Race- Jack Z Memorial - Wild Mtn - 12:00pm Jack Zahr Memorial - Wild Mtn. SignUp.  We need volunteers, so please sign up!
Jan 23 - MEC #3- Buck Hill - 4:00pm
Jan 26 - Pioneer Invitational  - Wild Mtn - meet bus at 6:15am
Jan 27 - MEC #4, JV Champs & Awards, Senior Night - Welch - 4:30pm
Jan 30 - Hyland Race #3 - JV/Non-Sections Racers/Last Senior Race
Feb 4 - SECTIONS
Feb 10 - STATE


Stay warm, everyone!


~COACHES and SUPPORT TEAM, Mpls Alpine Ski Team~
  (Jen Peterson - Communications) 



Key Contacts if you have questions (preferred to replying to this e-mail):
CORE PARENTS for each school (for questions about registration, season schedule, etc): 
 
Washburn/Page   Erik Addy erikaddy@gmail.com  952-270-0934
Southwest/Anthony  Bill Bray  evai1@usinternet.com  507-301-7109  
MAST-All Other Schools Owen Moldow om727@yahoo.com 612-730-4818


REGISTRATION & TEAMSNAP LEAD
Coryn Petersen corynpetersen@gmail.com 612-910-2560


COACHES (for questions about ski equipment, sizing, skiing instruction and technique).
Head Coach Southwest/Anthony Boys Joel Hedrick joelhedrick@hotmail.com 612-716-3186  
Head Coach Southwest/Anthony Girls Paige Alampi paigealampi@gmail.com 612-718-1440     
Head Coach Washburn/Page Boys Matthew Polland  matthewdpolland@gmail.com 612-220-1010 
Head Coach Washburn/Page Girls Eleanor Goodnow eleanorgoodnow@gmail.com 612-723- 9559   
Head Coach MAST Boys (All other Schools)  Ben Anderson ben@bethgyllstrom.com 612-401-2565
Head Coach MAST Girls (All other Schools)  Andrea Savage andreasavage6@gmail.com 612-508-6214


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​]]><![CDATA[25/26 Season Update #10]]>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:59:40 GMThttps://www.mplsalpineski.org/team-updates-and-emails/2526-season-update-10MAST UPDATE Week 10
Sunday, January 11, 2026



Hello MAST Family,
This past week has been a heavy one for Minneapolis. Many of us are carrying a mix of sadness, anger, confusion, and exhaustion, and it’s okay to name that. In moments like this, races, practices, results - almost everything - can feel small compared to what our community and neighbors are experiencing.
What does matter is people. Please check in on one another: teammates, friends, classmates, coaches. A simple “how are you doing?” can mean more than we realize. No one needs to carry this alone.
And at the same time, there is something grounding about continuing to show up. We keep moving, keep training, keep supporting each other - not because what we do is more important than what is happening around us, but because being together, working hard, and caring for one another is part of how we get through difficult weeks. This is what Minnesotans do. We look out for each other. We put in the work. We show up, even when it’s hard.
Thank you for being part of this team and this community.


Immediate Action Items: 
  • Race intentions for the MEC#2 MLK & MEC#3 Buck Hill races are due Monday, Jan 12.
  • Intentions for the January 26 Pioneer Invitational are due Sunday, Jan 18.
  • Jan. 15 race workers needed!! Here is the link for the Wild Invitational 1/15/26 SignUp
**Attached are updated boys’ race results from the Afton Race. One skier was un-DQ’d, which shifted standings slightly.


GIANT’S RIDGE MLK INVITE TEAMS
You have been added to a TeamSnap Giant’s Ridge MLK Team in your app. Invite-specific information will be communicated through TeamSnap via this added team. We will also use the chat feature on race day. To access the team in your app:  At the top of the screen, click on your main team. Select ‘See All Teams’ in the dropdown menu. Scroll to Giant’s Ridge MLK Invite Teams. Additionally, we had a TeamSnap snafu when adding this team this morning. If you aren’t seeing your teams, close the app and reopen.

***Note regarding Giant’s Ridge MLK Invite Saturday, January 17th: Parents are responsible for athlete transportation and lodging for this race.




THIS WEEK’S TRAINING/ RACE SCHEDULE

~Monday, Jan 12~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm


~Tuesday, Jan 13~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm

~Wednesday, Jan 14~
12/11/10 @ 3:45 - 6pm
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm

~Thursday, Jan 15~
Wild Invitational - Wild Mtn - 4:00pm
ALL PODS @ 5 - 7:15pm


Please volunteer to help at the Wild Invitational 1/15/26 SignUp


Wild Invitational Race Day Info

Early Release to change and depart.
12:45 - Southwest/Anthony
1:00 - All other schools
Meet bus at Washburn - *Bussing information will be coming out in the next couple of days. We are getting one bus for Thursday at Washburn. 
3:15 Arrive at Wild Mtn... Ticket. Bib. Boot up.
3:30 Warm Up
4:00 Inspection Opens
4:30 Run One

Washburn athletes can keep their equipment in the storage closet by the main gym. They will need to find Mr. Jenkins to open it for them in the morning. 


Southwest athletes can keep their equipment in Mr. Mountain's outer office. Either Mr. Mountain or any other staff member can open it for them in the morning. 


Middle Schoolers and Athletes from all other schools are expected to get themselves and gear to either the Southwest or Washburn buses. 


*Please make sure to give yourself enough time to get your equipment to school before classes begin and to get on that bus before it departs.  The 15 minutes between release and bus departure should give you enough time to change, get your equipment, and get on the bus. If you miss the bus, you will need to get a ride from a parent.
**To be safe, please send a permission slip for early release.

Race Day Volunteers needed: 1 Starter, 1 Course Worker, 4 Gate Judges: Wild Invitational 1/15/26 SignUp


~Friday, Jan 16~
9/8/7 @ 5 - 7:15pm (no early practice)


~Saturday, Jan 17~
7:45 - 10:00am - ALL PODS - at Hyland Hills
9:00am - 5:00pm - MLK Sunrise/ Sunset Invitational - Giant’s Ridge  Giants Ridge MLK SignUP


REMAINING 2025-2026 RACE SEASON SCHEDULE: 
Jan 15 - Wild Invitational - Wild Mtn - 4:00pm
Jan 17 - Giants Ridge MLK Invitational - Giants Ridge all day
Jan 19 - MEC #2 MLK Race- Jack Z Memorial - Wild Mtn - 12:00pm Jack Zahr Memorial - Wild Mtn. SignUp.
Jan 23 - MEC #3- Buck Hill - 4:00pm
Jan 26 - Pioneer Invitational  - Wild Mtn - meet bus at 6:15am
Jan 27 - MEC #4, JV Champs & Awards, Senior Night - Welch - 4:30pm
Jan 30 - Hyland Race #3 - JV/Non-Sections Racers/Last Senior Race
Feb 4 - SECTIONS
Feb 10 - STATE



REMEMBER to state your RACE INTENTIONS 


Race intentions for the January 19 & January 23 Races are due Monday, January 12! Intentions for the January 26 Pionoeer Invitational are due Sunday, January 18!


Race Intentions are open for the rest of the season!  Go to each tab and state your intentions now!  Deadlines for race intentions are listed in the intentions sheet for each race.


When you click on the Race Intentions 2025-26 spreadsheet link, look for the tabs at the bottom of the page for each specific race: December 19, etc. Click on a tab and find your team (scroll down) and then find your name. If you want to race, type a Y in the Yes box next to your name. If you do not want to race, type a N in the No box next to your name. It is expected that each racer states their intention for every race. Even if you think you may not qualify for a specific varsity race, it’s still important to fill in the boxes. Stating YES does not guarantee you will race but it tells the coaches you are available and interested when they make the lineup. If racers forget to state race intentions and show up to race, they will be seeded at the end of the race. For non-Hyland races, if a racer does not state their race intention by the due date, they will not be considered for that race. Keep in mind many of the daytime invitationals are all day, which means being released from school. Almost all afternoon/evening races are early release days.


MAST BOARD
If you are interested in attending a Board Meeting to learn more about MAST, please reach out to Heather Hunt to get details: mastpres@gmail.com.  Our next meeting is January 12th 7:30-8:30 at Heather’s home. We’d love to have you attend!



Stay safe!


~COACHES and SUPPORT TEAM, Mpls Alpine Ski Team~
  (Jen Peterson - Communications) 



Key Contacts if you have questions (preferred to replying to this e-mail):
CORE PARENTS for each school (for questions about registration, season schedule, etc): 
 
Washburn/Page   Erik Addy erikaddy@gmail.com  952-270-0934
Southwest/Anthony  Bill Bray  evai1@usinternet.com  507-301-7109  
MAST-All Other Schools Owen Moldow om727@yahoo.com 612-730-4818


REGISTRATION & TEAMSNAP LEAD
Coryn Petersen corynpetersen@gmail.com 612-910-2560


COACHES (for questions about ski equipment, sizing, skiing instruction and technique).
Head Coach Southwest/Anthony Boys Joel Hedrick joelhedrick@hotmail.com 612-716-3186  
Head Coach Southwest/Anthony Girls Paige Alampi paigealampi@gmail.com 612-718-1440     
Head Coach Washburn/Page Boys Matthew Polland  matthewdpolland@gmail.com 612-220-1010 
Head Coach Washburn/Page Girls Eleanor Goodnow eleanorgoodnow@gmail.com 612-723- 9559   
Head Coach MAST Boys (All other Schools)  Ben Anderson ben@bethgyllstrom.com 612-401-2565
Head Coach MAST Girls (All other Schools)  Andrea Savage andreasavage6@gmail.com 612-508-6214


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