1 King and 3 Queens Crowned at Summit County 50+ Winter Games

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The Summit County 50-Plus Winter Games crowned its first King and Queens after three days of competition across 13 events. Thomas Kullman, 60-69, was named King after competing in eight events, while Disa Kullman, Nancy Nicholson, and 76-year-old Claire Carren were crowned Queens. The games featured impressive performances, including 80-year-old Sharon Crawford's biathlon win and Colorado SnowSports Hall of Famer Jon Kreamelmeyer's gold medal in the 3K Nordic classic on one good leg.

Why it matters

The Summit County 50-Plus Winter Games highlight the active lifestyles and athletic prowess of older adults, challenging stereotypes about aging. The games showcase the community's commitment to keeping its senior population engaged and healthy through winter sports competitions.

The details

The inaugural 50-Plus Winter Games in Summit County, Colorado featured 13 events over three days, with dozens of competitors ranging from their 60s to 80s. Thomas Kullman, 60-69, was named King after competing in eight events, including two Nordic races and the biathlon. Three women were crowned Queens: Disa Kullman, 60-69; Nancy Nicholson, 60-69; and 76-year-old Claire Carren, who was often the only competitor in her age group. Other standout performances included 80-year-old Sharon Crawford's biathlon win, Colorado SnowSports Hall of Famer Jon Kreamelmeyer's 3K Nordic classic gold on one good leg, and skimo racers Mike Hagen and Erick Broecker finishing three and four laps respectively for the gold.

• The Summit County 50-Plus Winter Games took place from February 8-10, 2026.
• The biathlon event was held on the closing day of the games, February 10, 2026.
• The alpine ski events, including the giant slalom and Rally Race, were held on the opening day, February 8, 2026.
• The skimo racing and speed skating events were held on February 9, 2026.

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