SCOTTISH ATHLETES SELECTED FOR JUNIOR WORLD CHAMPS
Snowsport Scotland is celebrating a strong group of homegrown athletes selected to represent GB Snowsports at the Junior World Championships across multiple disciplines. Their selection is a proud moment not only for the athletes themselves, but for the clubs, coaches and communities across Scotland who have supported their journeys.
Cross Country Junior World Championships – Lillehammer (2–8 March)
Seven Scottish athletes have been selected for the Junior World Championships in Lillehammer from 2–8 March:
Sophie Forth
Elspeth Cruickshank
Ewan McAdam
Thomas Duncan
Rasmus Ipsen
Tabitha Williams
Ida-Maria Ewald
The squad will be supported by Snowsport Scotland’s Performance Coach Fern Cates, whose experience and guidance will play a key role in helping the athletes deliver their best performances on the international stage.
Alpine Junior World Championships – Narvik (5–15 March)
Scottish Alpine talent will also be on full display at the Junior World Championships in Narvik from 5–15 March.
Congratulations to:
Jack Irving
Harry Duncan
Tia Freshwater
Ian Menzies
Angus Matheson
Emerson Proctor
Representing GB Snowsport, these athletes have earned their places through consistent performances and unwavering dedication throughout the winter. Competing in the demanding Alpine disciplines, they will test themselves against the world’s best, gaining invaluable championship experience as they continue their progression toward senior international competition.
Park + Pipe Junior World Championships – Calgary (26 February–7 March)
Scotland’s freestyle future is also shining brightly, with selection to the Park & Pipe Junior World Championships in Calgary from 26 February–7 March.
Kicking off the competition in Freeski Slopestyle qualifiers:
Bailey Buchan
Competing under the banner of GB Snowsport, Bailey joins the world’s top young freestyle athletes in one of the most exciting and progressive arenas in snowsport.
Everyone at Snowsport Scotland extends their congratulations to this outstanding group of Scottish athletes. We wish them every success as they step onto the world stage.