Tag: Jessie Diggins

More Than Medals: Legacy, Leadership, and the Future of Women in Sport 

Jessie Diggins racing freestyle at Mt Van Hoevenberg in her yellow jersey, bent over and pushing hard.

All on Full Display by Jessie Diggins at the Stifel Cross-Country World Cup Finals at Mt Van Hoevenberg  One unforgettable moment in Lake Placid precisely captured the essence of why Jessie Diggins is so beloved – not just for her race results, but for who she is as a person.  Winning the FIS Cross-Country World Cup Crystal Globe represents the pinnacle of consistency and excellence across an entire season. Receiving it at her final World Cup… Read more »

World Cup Cross-Country Skiing Returns to Lake Placid for First Time Since 1979 as Historic Finals and Jessie Diggins’ Farewell Take Center Stage

Cross-country skier Jessie Diggins smiles and raises her arm in the air triumphantly as she crosses the finish line at a Mt Van Hoevenberg race.

Stifel Lake Placid Finals bring elite athletes, Crystal Globes, and a weekend of immersive fan experiences to Mt Van Hoevenberg MEDIA CREDENTIALS | TICKETS ON SALE The Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) is set to host the Stifel Lake Placid Finals, a Coop FIS Cross-Country World Cup event that will bring the world’s best… Read more »

The Growing Momentum Behind Cross-Country Skiing 

A close up of Jessie Diggins at Mt Van Hoevenberg, smiling with her arms outstretched after completing a race.

Cross-country skiers are hardy, strong, spirited people. Now their sport is proving to be just as resilient.   Despite warmer winters and decreasing snowfall worldwide, cross-country skiing is experiencing a sustained surge in participation. One of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, the trend began during the pandemic and has continued well beyond it, evolving into a broader cultural movement, especially among… Read more »