EPISODE · Jul 20, 2025 · 1H 7M
Ep. 13 Years of Club Development Wisdom with Rick Kapala
from Race Ready · host Nordic Team Solutions
In this episode, we welcome seasoned coach Rick Kapala, Program Director and Head Nordic Ski Coach at the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation since 1987, a three‑time US Ski & Snowboard Coach of the Year, and a long‑standing force in developing junior athletes and national racing programs.Rick shares his incisive perspective on the current landscape of junior development in the U.S., highlighting both the strengths and gaps in nurturing emerging talent. We dive deep into club development strategies, exploring how local and regional programs can create pathways for young athletes to thrive. His pragmatic insights, drawn from decades of experience building full‑spectrum ecosystems in skiing, offer listeners a compelling roadmap for effective athlete development at every level.
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In this episode, we welcome seasoned coach Rick Kapala, Program Director and Head Nordic Ski Coach at the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation since 1987, a three‑time US Ski & Snowboard Coach of the Year, and a long‑standing force in developing junior athletes and national racing programs.Rick shares his incisive perspective on the current landscape of junior development in the U.S., highlighting both the strengths and gaps in nurturing emerging talent. We dive deep into club development strategies, exploring how local and regional programs can create pathways for young athletes to thrive. His pragmatic insights, drawn from decades of experience building full‑spectrum ecosystems in skiing, offer listeners a compelling roadmap for effective athlete development at every level.
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