This Week
The loss of Addie Grimes has affected us all. We greatly appreciate the outpouring of support from the community and the desire to help the family. Their family is forever changed, and as a community, we need to continue to provide support not just in the short-term, but for the many weeks, months, and years ahead. We are working on a lasting remembrance of Addie at Sugar Bowl so that she stays a part of us. If you would like to support the family now, please check the Community group in ParentSquare for additional information.
As we near the end of the competitive season, we would like to recognize the incredible work our athletes have done this year. Across all disciplines and age groups, this has been one of the best years for SBA. Our teams have shown remarkable growth with many athletes achieving a personal best over the course of the season. Our coaches and athletic staff have been dedicated to the growth and success of our athletes, and we have seen incredible displays of grit, grace, and courage throughout the season. We would also like to extend our appreciation to the parents and grandparents who willingly take on the work of getting their athletes ready to hit the mountain each day. Thank you for being such a supportive community.
We also want to congratulate our SBA Class of 2025 on their impressive list of college acceptances. We will share more details on our seniors’ plans following graduation in the coming weeks, but for now we want to celebrate their collective accomplishments. Our graduating class received acceptances to 8 top-tier colleges, including Boston College, Boston University, Colorado College, Colby College, Northeastern University, New York University, UC Berkeley, and UCLA. They were accepted to 6 UCs, including UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UCLA, UC San Diego, UC Santa Barbara, and UC Santa Cruz. They had 4 early decision acceptances to Boston College, Colby College, and Colorado College. And they were awarded over $1.5 million in scholarships. Congratulations to our Class of 2025!
Stephen McMahon
Executive Director & Head of School
Wednesday, April 2 - Saturday, April 5 - The Silver Belt
The legendary Silver Belt is back, and it’s bigger than ever! Once a high-speed, off-piste giant slalom that drew Olympians and World Cup skiers in the 1940s, this iconic event has evolved into an adrenaline-fueled freeride competition that’s a favorite among athletes. Learn more: sugarbowl.com/silverbelt
Monday, April 7 - Friday, April 11 - Spring Break
No academic programming during Spring Break.
Cross Country 2026 Teams Now Available
Thank you for your patience while we worked to revise our Cross Country program based on your feedback. We will offer two Cross Country options for next season, with both programs scheduled to start and end at Village Hall.
Mornings - This program will be similar to the 2025 season, with Cross Country training in the mornings. Athletes will receive a season pass that is valid at Royal Gorge only for cross country or snowshoe access.
Full-Day - This program is new for the 2026 season, with Cross Country training in the mornings and downhill skiing in the afternoons. This program will include a season pass that is valid at Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge.
Register by April 16, 2025 to receive $250 off the program price.
Summer Cross Country Camp - Ages 12-15
Join us for an unforgettable summer training experience at Sugar Bowl Academy’s Cross Country Summer Development Camp! Designed for motivated young athletes, this camp blends high-altitude training, skill development, and adventure in the stunning mountains of the Sierra Nevada.
See our website for details and to register.
Village Hall Lockers for 2026
We will begin offering locker renewals to families who currently have a locker in Village Hall this week. Renewals will be available through April 25, 2025. Once the renewal window is closed, we will open remaining lockers to all families with a child registered for a 2026 team or school program. Pricing for 2026 will be as follows:
Family - 19.5 cubic feet - $1,350
Standard - 12 cubic feet - $850
Single - 9.75 cubic feet - $650
New Village Locker Club
New for the 2025/26 season—a premium locker facility located in the Village Lodge. These state-of-the-art lockers are equipped with modern features and functionality and designed to foster community connection. Make every ski day seamless with your own home base at the mountain. Limited inventory available now available for purchase. sugarbowl.com/lockers
FULL SIZE / 4-PERSON LOCKER | $2,200
Space for 4 to 5 pairs of skis
Electric Boot Dryers for 4 pairs of boots
4 helmet hooks
Premium materials
Digital entry
STANDARD / 2-PERSON LOCKER | $1,800
Space for 2 to 3 pairs of skis
Electric Boot Dryers for 2 pairs of boots
2 helmet hooks
Premium materials
Digital entry
Athletics
Competitive Updates
Check out all the competitive results for our athletes on our results page. Here are the highlights:
TJFS U12 at Sugar Bowl
The U12 Tahoe Junior Freeride Series events showcased the next generation of freeskiing and snowboarding talent. The competition was filled with outstanding performances, high energy, and a clear demonstration of the bright future of our sport.
Finn Cullerton finished 4th in men’s snowboard on Saturday and 5th on Sunday
Ari Stevens finished 8th in women’s ski on Saturday
Charlie Beck finished 8th in men’s ski Panel A on Saturday
Evan Fletcher finished 6th in men’s ski Panel B on Saturday , followed by Rio Wigglesworth in 8th
Elan Tanhoff finished 5th in men’s ski on Sunday
Alpine U10 Far West Championship
The U10 Far West season came to a close with three days of races at Sugar Bowl.
SBA Women had 3 of the top 4 finishers in GS with Emery Keatley in 1st, Genevieve Faix in 3rd, and Catherine Hanbury in 4th.
Aaron Shefftz led the SBA men in GS with a 12th place finish, followed by Will Keatley in 14th.
Aaron Shefftz led the SBA men in Slalom finishing 1st, with Finn Owens in 3rd, Will Keatley in 7th, and Owen McCoy in 11th.
Catherine Hanbury finished 2nd in the women’s Slalom.
Emery Keatley finished 1st in the women’s Kombi, followed by Genevieve Faix in 3rd.
Aaron Shefftz finished 1st in the men’s Kombi, followed by Finn Owens in 2nd, and Owen McCoy in 12th.
Aaron Shefftz took home the Maury Rasmussen award as the top male finisher for the championships.
Emery Keatley won the women’s overall award for the season.
Alpine U12 Championships at Diamond Peak
Luke Phillips finished 5th overall in the season standing for U12 men.
Sylvia Schwall finished 2nd overall in the season standing for U12 women.
Anna Shefftz finished 2nd in Super G, followed by Violet Hanbury in 6th.
Sylvia Schwall finished 3rd in GS, followed by Violet Hanbury in 6th and Anna Shefftz in 14th, Saisha Swanson in in 17th, and Chang-jie Kung in 19th.
Violet Hanbury led the women in Slalom with a 4th place finish, followed by Anna Shefftz in 7th, Saisha Swanson in 15th, and Chang-jie Kung tied for 24th.
Luke Phillips led the SBA men with a 10th place finish in Super G, followed by Jackson Atkin in 26th.
Luke Phillips also led the SBA men with a 3rd place finish in GS, followed by Jackson Atkin in 6th, Jude Jacques in 15th, and Rufus Beevor in 17th.
Jackson Atkin led the men with a 5th place finish in Slalom, followed by Luke Phillips in 8th, and Jude Jacques in 12th.
Academics
Pre-ACT - Grades 10-11
It is time to sign up for the Pre-ACT! Interested students need to let Karen Rowe know by Friday, April 4, so she can order a test. If you do not sign up, you will not be able to take the test.
Senior End of Year Activities
May 1 - Senior Lunch (seniors only)
May 23 - Senior Project Presentations: All student-athletes attend, no other academic programming
May 28 - Senior Dinner: Seniors Only
Upcoming Events
April 14 - Start of Quarter 4
April 14 - April 25 - All Academic Schedule
No athletic programming during these two weeks and full day academic programming. 8:30 am - 4:45 pm
May 1 - SkillsQuest Fitness Test
May 6-9 - On-snow project at Sugar Bowl
Morning athletics with academics in afternoon
May 13-16 - On-Snow project at Sugar Bowl
Morning athletics with academics in afternoon
May 16 - Prom
Grades 9-12 are invited. Grades 11-12 may bring a guest.
May 22 - House Cup Winner Luncheon
May 27 - 29 - Finals
May 28 - Beach Day
May 29 - 8th Grade Promotion & SBA Awards Night
May 30 - Graduation Ceremony, 2pm, Judah Lodge