SSCV U16 Skiers Earn Medals at FESA Games

Vail athletes Kristina Shamshuryn and Calen White bring home hardware from international competition in Germany.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Ski and Snowboard Club Vail (SSCV) athletes Kristina Shamshuryn and Calen White returned from the U16 FESA Games in Germany with medals after competing as part of Team USA. The FESA Games featured the top young skiers from central European nations.

Why it matters

The FESA Games provide a high-level international competition platform for up-and-coming skiers, allowing SSCV athletes to test their skills against the best in Europe and represent the United States. Strong performances at events like this can help propel young athletes towards future success in the sport.

The details

Shamshuryn and White joined four other American skiers on the Team USA roster for the FESA Games. The competition featured the top U16 skiers from central European nations, showcasing the depth of young talent in the sport across the continent.

  • The FESA Games took place last weekend in Germany.
  • Shamshuryn and White returned from the competition on March 5, 2026.

The players

Kristina Shamshuryn

An athlete with Ski and Snowboard Club Vail.

Calen White

An athlete with Ski and Snowboard Club Vail.

Team USA

The U.S. national team that competed at the FESA Games, which included Shamshuryn and White.

Ski and Snowboard Club Vail (SSCV)

A ski club based in Vail, Colorado that trains and develops young skiers.

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The takeaway

The strong performances by SSCV athletes at the FESA Games demonstrate the club's ability to develop top-tier young skiers who can compete at the international level, positioning them for future success in the sport.