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Mar 9, Snowboarding News to Keep You up to Date

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:43:26 GMT

Snowboarding News on the Pros and Comps from the Contests, Movies, Mags and the Road

Feb 25, Mental Snowboard Training is the key to progression and confidence

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:32:26 GMT

Mental Snowboard Training is a key component in moving from the next level to the highest level of your potential

Feb 21, For Love Not Money!

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 05:59:30 GMT

For all my life, snowboarding has been everything to me. I strive to get better and better and someday hopefully go pro. But for me It's not about being

Feb 16, Congratulations to Seth Wescott - Repeat Gold Medalist in the mens Snowboardcross Event

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:18:23 GMT

Great job Seth. Your riding has always been an inspiration. Enjoy the glow of the win.

Feb 15, Valentines Day marks the Middle of the Season

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:14:09 GMT

I have just returned back to Steamoat after another stretch on the road, this time to the Copper Rev Tour and the Aspen Open. SO good to see old shred buddy friends, coaches and all the riders and event organizers out there getting it done. Every where there is a feeling of pride because the sport has progressed in incredible ways in the past 2 seasons. With the recent approach to the Vancouver Olympics, more and more events in 22 foots pipe, and more and more riders rising into the real of 10s, 12s, doubles and huge stylish amplitude, The entire field of riders and coaches seem to feel lucky to observe and participate. I love it.

Feb 12, Justin

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:22:26 GMT

I absolutly love your site here. I've been so passionate about snowboarding for as long as i can remember that you could almost call it obsession. Anyway,

Jan 4, Kevin Pearces head injury and its effect on riders and the sport of snowboarding

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 05:49:58 GMT

Recently, one of snowboardings best half pipe riders, Kevin Pearce, took a catastrophic fall while training for Olympic Qualification. His crash sent shock waves through the field of riders and fans that have watched him rise to stardom in the world of snowboarding. Over the past couple seasons the level of riders like Kevin Pearce has been rising at an amazing rate with the introduction of 22 foot half pipes and double flips that the best riders are sticking on a regular basis. Among the field of riders and the support groups involved, Kevins Crash is a sad and untimely reminder of the dangers of the sport. It calls attention to the fact that every rider out there pushing hard for a bigger trick or a better result, runs the risk of serious bodily injury. It is often difficult for coaches, the riders parents, friends and support groups to encourage a rider to do things we all know are very dangerous. How do we as parents, coaches and fans of these sports support the athletes with out pushing them into danger? Well, I don't know. It is scary sometimes. But, we can't express that to the athlete, because as soon as they become scared, they are in more danger. As fear creeps in, so does hesitation and breaks in the precise timing required for these kinds of activities. So, we give them a hug, say be smart, good luck and have fun. Then we cross our fingers and hope for the best. Kevin knows what he does is "crazy", and he loves doing it. He would not want us to back down and stop the progression because we're afraid of the possibility of injury. The riders love snowboarding and will not stop. The sport is a driving force in their lives and they will continue to push themselves towards amazing mastery of athletic skill and bravery. Kevins fall may slow some and even scare a few away from the amplitude and double flipping antics of the best of the best. But, riders like Shaun White, Louie Vito, Kazu Kokubo, and many other will continue to ride at higher and higher levels. Lifes too short to hold back from passion due to fear. I support these riders in their efforts and hope that we can all just stop for a moment, appreciate the love Kevin has shown in his character and in his riding for the life he has been given, and go back out and land a sick run or make a pow turn for Kevin. He would like that. Good Luck Kevin. We're all rooting for you. Spencer Tamblyn

Jan 1, Fun Shots from the Copper Mountain Grand Prix

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 02:13:00 GMT

Dec 18, 15 years old, want to ride and represent for a good, fun, company

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:03:32 GMT

Dec 17, The Copper Grand Prix is in the books and the race to the Olympics begins.....

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:51:11 GMT

COPPER MOUNTAIN, CO (Dec. 12) - Olympic Champions Shaun White (Carlsbad, CA) and Kelly Clark (Mt. Snow, VT) were killing it as usual Saturday as they landed runs to finish first at the Sprint U.S. Snowboarding Grand Prix - the first of five Olympic qualification events.

OFFICIAL RESULTS
2010 U.S. SNOWBOARDING GRAND PRIX
Copper Mountain, CO - Dec. 12, 2009 Halfpipe Men
1. Shaun White, Carlsbad, CA, 47.00
2. Louie Vito, Sandy, UT, 45.60
3. Zack Black, Breckenridge, CO, 44.10
4. Fredrik Austbo, Norway, 41.20
5. JJ Thomas, Golden, CO, 41.10
6. Greg Bretz, Mammoth Lakes, CA, 40.00
7. Steve Fisher, Breckenridge, CO, 39.40
8. Tore-V Holvik, Norway, 34.80
9. Ryo Aono, Japan, 34.00
10. Jack Mitrani, Mammoth, CA, 28.80
Women
1. Kelly Clark, Mt. Snow, VT, 44.50
2. Gretchen Bleiler, Aspen, CO, 42.60
3. Soko Yamaoka, Japan, 40.20
4. Quera Castellet, Spain, 30.50
5. Ellery Hollingsworth, Stratton, VT, 35.80
6. Madeline Schaffrick, Steamboat Springs, Co, 35.50
7. Holly Crawford, Australia, 24.00
8. Clair Bidez, Minturn, CO, 13.60

Dec 14, Thomas Thornton

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 22:01:57 GMT

Thomas Lee Thornton 2300 North Drive Butte, Montana 59701 Cell - (406) 491-0822 Cell - (406) 491-1499 oklahoma96@gmail.com ouwild@gmail.com My

Dec 10, Grand Prix at Copper Kicks of the Olympic Half Pipe Season

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 02:05:23 GMT

I am here in Summit county after the final (windy and freezing) practice day before competition kicks off tomorrow. Tomorrow we will see the girls qualifying, followed by another quick mens practice session to be ready for mens qualification on Friday. From the next 2 days of competition 8 women and 16 men will be selected for finals on Saturday. With a deep field of the worlds best, the men and women will be riding large in the effort to secure Olympics spots for the US as well as other countries using the Grand Prix as their selection series. Should be hot. Stay tuned!

Dec 7, Shaun White - The Triple Double

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:10:03 GMT

Watch Shaun unleash another Gold caliber run.
A single run including a massive backside 900, a double cork 1080, a cab double cork 1080, and a big frontside, to set up a backside double cork 1080.
----------Incredible---------

Nov 25, Coaching Snowboarding to Athletes, Kids, Friends or Yourself

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:59:30 GMT

Coaching Snowboarding to push your riders or your own riding abilities through development of your coaching skills set

Nov 24, Snowboarding Stores - Discounts, No Tax and Free Delivery

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:08:18 GMT

Find your Snowboarding Stores at the Snowboard Coach Discount Shop or Snowboard Room

Nov 18, Snowboarding Accessories - Headphones, Wax Kits, Stomp Pads, etc....

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:17:41 GMT

Snowboarding Accessories - Helmets, Headphones, Waxing Kits and Travel Bags. Find all the other stuff you need right here.

Nov 18, Snowboarding Companies are Creative and Unique

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:00:11 GMT

A Compilation of Snowboarding Companies and their contact information (Phone Numbers, Website Address, etc).

Oct 20, It's Here! - Revolution Tour Registration

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:42:46 GMT

Open Registration for this seasons events happens in about 18 minutes. I hope your ready.

Oct 12, USSA Revolution Tour National Level Snowboarding Competition Deadlines Approach

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:06:15 GMT

If your prequalified you should have already received a mail and you can register to claim your spots by this Friday, the 16th. Otherwise the open registration is on October 20th. It fills up almost immediatly so be ready.

Oct 5, Learn a snowboard backside rodeo, because it is super fun

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:36:30 GMT

The snowboard backside rodeo is stylish and tasty for the rider and for the observer. Learn what it is and how to do it right here.

Oct 1, Matt Ladley and the Double Cork

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 17:16:16 GMT

Have another taste of the progression of Matt Ladley. Home grown here in Steamboat. We will be pulling for him to have a great winter.

Sep 17, Snowboarding Powder is exhilarating and incredible

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 16:54:34 GMT

Snowboarding powder can be challenging for some, but once you get a feel for it, it is weightlessness, gliding and free-floating freedom.

Aug 27, Find Discount Snowboards for Quick, Free Home Delivery

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:34:35 GMT

Search for Discount Snowboards by Brand and Land on a Setup you're Stoked On.

Aug 19, Creative Resumes, Finding Snowboarding Sponsorship
and Promotion of a Rider

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 15:38:50 GMT

So you want a Snowboarding Sponsorship, eh? Well, if you wanna turn pro, it is time to learn to be professional. Ouch, that hurts, I know. Many riders want to just ride well, do some tricks, land on a podium or 2 and enjoy a rain of free stuff falling in their laps. Unfortunately, that's not how it works.

The most important thing to question as a ripping rider with rising skills and sponsorship dreams
is the reality of what you're trying to achieve.
-So, what are you trying to achieve? I would suggest that your ultimate goal is:
-To become a valuable marketing asset and a productive representative
for the companies that you would like to ride for.- What? There are many levels of sponsorship and the basic, entry level or "roots" level sponsorship is much more simple than this. Early sponsorships should help the rider learn and progress their approach to the business of the sport and promotin themselves in it. Progression from there, for long term progression and successful marketing of oneself as a sponsored rider, you must learn and execute the Five R's.

Aug 17, Gold Medalists Kick Butt at New Zealand Open

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:35:36 GMT

CARDRONA, New Zealand (Aug. 15) - Kelly Clark (Mt. Snow, VT) dropped in for her season's first win Saturday as she bested the field in typical Clark fashion at the Burton New Zealand Open. Joining Clark atop the podium was fellow Olympic gold medalist Shaun White (Carlsbad, CA) who landed a double double corked run for the win.

Double corks were the golden ticket in the men's pipe showdown and with a frontside lien air, backside 900 melon, frontside 1080 stalefish, cab double cork 1080 stalefish, to frontside double cork 900 White was able to top a men's field that exhibited some of the most inventive and competitive runs in snowboarding history.

Men-
1. Shaun White, Carlsbad, CA
2. Luke Mitrani, Mammoth Lakes, CA
3. Kazuhiro Kokubo, Japan
4. Mason Aguirre, Duluth, MN
5. Ryo Aono, Japan

Women-
1. Kelly Clark, Mt. Snow, VT
2. Jiayu Liu, China
3. Zhifeng Sun, China
4. Linn Haug, Norway
5. Soko Yamaoka, Japan

Aug 16, Fall is in the Air

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 15:46:25 GMT

I went camping last weekend and felt the chill of fall and even a new winter on approach. I became excited as I thought of all the teams, riders and coaches across the country who are chomping at the bit for the snow to come.

While a lucky few are down in the southern hemisphere riding powder and perfect parks, the rest of us just have to wait. But there is a certain sweetness to the waiting isn't there. It build and builds and when we finally buckle in
that joy and freedom hits hard.

So, patient and wait for it. The winter is on its way.

Aug 14, Filming Snowboarding for a Resume, Movie or to show to Friends

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:19:56 GMT

Filming Snowboarding can be oh so fun or a total nightmare

Aug 14, Taking Snowboarding Photos for a Resume, Publication or Friends

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:19:33 GMT

Taking Snowboarding Photos can be oh so fun or a total nightmare. Learn How To "Get That Shot".

Jul 17, Snowboarding Magazines - At the magazines its always snowing

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:01:39 GMT

Snowboarding Magazines are incredible. With photography, editorial and sport wide coverage, these magazines cover it all.

Jul 2, Summer Rolls

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:51:53 GMT

Hello Snowboard Coach Readers. I just wanted to drop a blog and say hello. I have had a great Mud Season here in Steamboat. I did go to Mammoth for the Junior Gold Camp there with Bud Keene, Ian Kirk, Ben Boyd
and a Kick Ass Crew of Riders.

Besides that I have been hammering on this site. Building it from an Infant into an Obnoxious Teenager.
It still has a long way to grow, but I am excited about new content I have built for it.
It was really fun to build the Snowboarding Styles Pages.

I posted lots of YouTube pieces to pay my respect to the riders that have influenced me,
and the entire industry in it's growth and current environment. Check it out...

Here is a sample. This is really 1996. Thank You Ingemar

Have a great summer!!

Jun 28, Snowboarding Crashes can be Entertaining and Gut Wrenching

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:14:28 GMT

Everyone loves to watch Snowboarding Crashes. Snowboard Crashes are sometimes hard to avoid, but actually can be fun. Although once in a while injuries, and even serious injuries can result.

Jun 19, Steamboat Snowboard Team Seek and Destroy 08-09

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 21:14:20 GMT

Enjoy the antics of Matt Ladley, Madeline Schaffrick, Tyler Anderson, Paul Brichta, Taylor Gold, Jann Eberharter, Blake Eddington, Ross Baker, Michael Goldshmidt and others through the eyes of the snowboard coach.

Jun 14, Online Snowboard Programs - part of a new wave of E products

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 17:29:11 GMT

Online Snowboard Programs on online elecronic products designed to teach you to be a better snowboarder. With video, lesson and a wealth of information, they are worth a look at.

Jun 14, Snowboarding Teams and Coaching will Speed Progression

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 17:15:17 GMT

Snowboarding Teams provide great programs with exceptional coaching and other riders to progress with.

Jun 3, Paul Brichta Kills It at Copper Nationals

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 14:16:09 GMT

May 8, Snowboarding Camps are Fun, Productive and in Incredible Places

Fri, 08 May 2009 18:37:33 GMT

Snowboarding Camps are an Amazing Time and Great Way to Work With Great Coaches and Rippin' Riders

May 6, Mammoth BackFilp Train
at USSA Junior Gold Camp
2008

Wed, 06 May 2009 01:18:54 GMT

In this video, made by Connor Leaches sister Sheena, you will see a gang of the best young riders in the nation flipping out over the sweet table tops at Mammoth in late May.
Riders include:
Brennen Swanson, Broc Waring, Tyler Anderson, Matt Ladley, Tyler Troy, Brett Esser, Ross Baker, Scotty Pike, Connor Leach, Chris Waker and Spencer Shaw. This video is dope!!

Apr 17, Spring Has Sprung

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:06:49 GMT

Another season launches into history.

Tyler Anderson certainly made good use of it!!

Apr 8, USASA Nationals in Full Effect

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 01:58:44 GMT

The USASA nationals have taken off and I am glad to be here coaching to catch the action. You can enjoy it as well from home on
Go211.com Check out the live feed and enjoy the highest level of amateur and professional prep riding. Athletes from all age groups and regions are in attendance, along with a few international competitors.

Feb 28, On Board with Matt Ladley - Jees - Matt Matt Matt

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 02:16:32 GMT

Feb 27, Check out this cool little Matt Ladley piece on Jookt

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:05:12 GMT

Catch this 5 minute interview and action piece with Matt and his US Rookie Team Coach, Bud Keene.
Just click the more info link.

Feb 27, Steamboats own Matt Ladley takes second at the Artic Challenge, where he also won best trick!

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:02:32 GMT

Feb 27, Fun Shots of Mt Hood Meadows Revolution Tour Champions, Chloe Banning (womens bx) and Taylor Gold (mens hp)

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:02:32 GMT

Feb 20, Ht Mood Meadows Revolution Tour

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 05:12:31 GMT

We have all gathered for yet another exciting weekend here in Oregon at the 3rd stop of the USSA Chevy Trucks Revolution Tour of Snowboarding. Tomorrow is the Boardercross event, followed by Halfpipe on Saturday and Slopestyle on Sunday. Meadows has done a great job of pulling the venue together and the riders are ready for attack. Keep posted and I will get back to you with updates and photos.

Jan 23, Fun Photos from the USSA Revolution Tour

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:45:58 GMT

Dec 5, US Open Info and Registration is Open

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 17:19:55 GMT

The World Series of Snowboarding, the "US OPEN" in Stratton Vermont, is Open for Registration. Go to the info page and look for the appropriate link on the left hand sidebar. Lottery sign-up, invited rider sign-up, or Junior Jam sign-up are all included. So, get r dun and I will see you there.

Nov 10, World Rookie Tour 2008.09 - The Conquer of the Snowboard Age

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:14:49 GMT

The furious Black Yeti will lead the best rookies from all over the World to The Conquer of the Snowboard Age, competing for the title of World Rookie Champion 2009. Showcasing snowboarding future stars, the World Rookie Tour 08.09 will give to young people a fair opportunity to enter the professional level and win amazing prizes during a series of international junior events from 1star to 4star level. The Rookie Tour started last summer with the Australian Junior Series and is now ready to kick off in the Northern Hemisphere with stops in Europe and Asia, for a full season calendar. The Tour will culminate in april 2009 with the Swatch TTR 4star Protest World Rookie Finals 09 in Ischgl, Austria.

Nov 2, Check out the November video releases

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 15:18:14 GMT

New Release videos for entertainment and insipiration

Oct 10, USSA License and Registration Renewal

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:52:00 GMT

This is a heads up for anyone that plans on participating in USSA, Regional, National or International competition. USSA registration deadline for the preseason rate is Oct 15th. So get r dun.

--Click on the more info link--

Oct 10, FIS Points List and License Renewal

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:52:00 GMT

Here is the FIS Points List Registration Form.

ftp://ftp.ussa.org/Public/Athletics/Forms/2008-09/fis/snowboard-fis-registration.pdf

If you plan on moving up the world ranking list. You must be on the points list. So follow this link register with FIS. Then go compete and have fun.

Snowboard-Coach.com Blog

Mar 9, Snowboarding News to Keep You up to Date

Feb 25, Mental Snowboard Training is the key to progression and confidence

Feb 21, For Love Not Money!

Feb 16, Congratulations to Seth Wescott - Repeat Gold Medalist in the mens Snowboardcross Event

Feb 15, Valentines Day marks the Middle of the Season

Feb 12, Justin

Jan 4, Kevin Pearces head injury and its effect on riders and the sport of snowboarding

Jan 1, Fun Shots from the Copper Mountain Grand Prix

Dec 18, 15 years old, want to ride and represent for a good, fun, company

Dec 17, The Copper Grand Prix is in the books and the race to the Olympics begins.....

Dec 14, Thomas Thornton

Dec 10, Grand Prix at Copper Kicks of the Olympic Half Pipe Season

Dec 7, Shaun White - The Triple Double

Nov 25, Coaching Snowboarding to Athletes, Kids, Friends or Yourself

Nov 24, Snowboarding Stores - Discounts, No Tax and Free Delivery

Nov 18, Snowboarding Accessories - Headphones, Wax Kits, Stomp Pads, etc....

Nov 18, Snowboarding Companies are Creative and Unique

Oct 20, It's Here! - Revolution Tour Registration

Oct 12, USSA Revolution Tour National Level Snowboarding Competition Deadlines Approach

Oct 5, Learn a snowboard backside rodeo, because it is super fun

Oct 1, Matt Ladley and the Double Cork

Sep 17, Snowboarding Powder is exhilarating and incredible

Aug 27, Find Discount Snowboards for Quick, Free Home Delivery

Aug 19, Creative Resumes, Finding Snowboarding Sponsorship and Promotion of a Rider

Aug 17, Gold Medalists Kick Butt at New Zealand Open

Aug 16, Fall is in the Air

Aug 14, Filming Snowboarding for a Resume, Movie or to show to Friends

Aug 14, Taking Snowboarding Photos for a Resume, Publication or Friends

Jul 17, Snowboarding Magazines - At the magazines its always snowing

Jul 2, Summer Rolls

Jun 28, Snowboarding Crashes can be Entertaining and Gut Wrenching

Jun 19, Steamboat Snowboard Team Seek and Destroy 08-09

Jun 14, Online Snowboard Programs - part of a new wave of E products

Jun 14, Snowboarding Teams and Coaching will Speed Progression

Jun 3, Paul Brichta Kills It at Copper Nationals

May 8, Snowboarding Camps are Fun, Productive and in Incredible Places

May 6, Mammoth BackFilp Train at USSA Junior Gold Camp2008

Apr 17, Spring Has Sprung

Apr 8, USASA Nationals in Full Effect

Feb 28, On Board with Matt Ladley - Jees - Matt Matt Matt

Feb 27, Check out this cool little Matt Ladley piece on Jookt

Feb 27, Steamboats own Matt Ladley takes second at the Artic Challenge, where he also won best trick!

Feb 27, Fun Shots of Mt Hood Meadows Revolution Tour Champions, Chloe Banning (womens bx) and Taylor Gold (mens hp)

Feb 20, Ht Mood Meadows Revolution Tour

Jan 23, Fun Photos from the USSA Revolution Tour

Dec 5, US Open Info and Registration is Open

Nov 10, World Rookie Tour 2008.09 - The Conquer of the Snowboard Age

Nov 2, Check out the November video releases

Oct 10, USSA License and Registration Renewal

Oct 10, FIS Points List and License Renewal

Aug 19, Creative Resumes, Finding Snowboarding Sponsorship
and Promotion of a Rider

May 6, Mammoth BackFilp Train
at USSA Junior Gold Camp
2008