NCAA Division l Ski Racing is returning to Reno/Tahoe for the first time since 2011.

We invite you to come out and cheer on the Wolf Pack at the University of Nevada Invitational. This alpine-only collegiate event will be hosted at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe from Saturday, January 31st to Tuesday, February 3rd.

Competing Teams
Competing schools include Nevada, Colorado, Utah, Denver, Montana State, Alaska Anchorage, Colorado Mountain College, Westminster, along with a dozen local and regional ski programs.

The Wolf Pack

The Nevada Wolf Pack is fired up to be racing on home soil. They will be looking to put on a show for the home crowd. Check out the team’s results so far this season here

What’s at Stake
College athletes earn points for their team to win the invitational and, on an individual basis, qualify themselves for NCAA Championships. Each school qualifies three men and three women on the alpine side, and three men and three women on the nordic side to NCAA Championships.

The first slalom and first giant slalom will serve as the NCAA qualifying races. The school with the most points from the second race in both disciplines will be crowned the University of Nevada Invitational Champ.

Additionally, athletes are competing to improve their FIS rankings at the international level.

Race Schedule
January 31st & February 1st - Slalom
February 2nd & 3rd - Giant Slalom

Race Format
This is a two run race. Top 30 athletes are seeded; the second run is a flip 30 from the first run.

Venue
Races will take place on Slide Side (Winter’s Creek) at Mt. Rose, on Silver Dollar.

Spectators: Venue is an easy walk from the parking lot. Please stay within the walking lane and spectator corral. The Ski Boosters will be selling merch, soaking up the skiing and enjoying the sweet sounds of the Pride of the Sierra marching band.

Welcome Party | Saturday, January 31st 4:00–8:00 PM
The Nevada Ski Team Boosters, in partnership with Schussboom Brewing Co., will host a welcome party on Saturday from 4:00–8:00 PM at 12245 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 8951.

The evening will include:
• The unveiling of the Superdelic Slalom, a Hazy IPA brewed specifically for this event. It is made primarily with Superdelic hops from New Zealand, supported by additions of Citra and Azacca Cryo. The special release will be available on draft and also in 4-packs of cans to go.

• A raffle featuring a 2026-2027 Mt. Rose Season Pass and other amazing prizes. Raffle tickets are $25 each or $100 for five.

• Delicious food, beer, and drinks available for purchase.

• Views of Mt Rose from the heated deck.

Why This Matters Locally
For the first time since 2011, NCAA Division I ski racing is back in Reno/Tahoe. This event provides a unique opportunity for local athletes to compete at home on the collegiate stage. With an international field in attendance, the invitational will draw attention to Mt. Rose, our host site, and highlight the greater Reno–Lake Tahoe region as a premier destination for competitive alpine skiing.

Volunteers

If you would like to get involved, you can support the Wolf Pack by Volunteering on and off the hill. Click the buttons below to fill out our Volunteer form and Waiver.

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