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Olympic Halfpipe Snowboarder Arielle Gold Retires

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Arielle Gold has announced her retirement from professional snowboarding after nine years on the national halfpipe team. From Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the 25-year-old has represented the U.S. since she was just 13.  “My snowboarding career played a monumental part in growing into the person that I am today, and I am so unbelievably grateful for all of the pow turns, […]

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Hannah | July 9, 2021
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A Big Win For Chloe Kim — First Win in 22 Months

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Professional snowboarder and Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim is no stranger to the spotlight even when considering her young age and career. Chloe hasn’t competed in 22 months, but that didn’t seem to matter as she scored an 89.75 on her second run, securing herself first place in the Laax Open in Switzerland on Saturday. Chloe knew she needed to […]

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Nick Retterer | January 27, 2021
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US Snowboarders Slam Sochi Halfpipe as “Garbage,” Demand Change

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“It’s the Olympics. It should be flawless. What a lame showcase of snowboarding, and what a lame way to treat the athletes.” – Danny Davis, USA Snowboard Halfpipe athlete “The IOC probably didn’t want to pay the right guys to do it. I’m pretty sure what they’re focused on is keeping as […]

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