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Vail Today
By the People, for the People
Bocock Sisters Sweep Giant Slalom at US Alpine Nationals
Elisabeth and Mary Bocock finish 1-2 in dramatic fashion on home turf in Vail.
Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:58pm
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The Bocock sisters' thrilling 1-2 finish in the giant slalom event electrifies the Vail crowd and solidifies their status as rising stars in U.S. alpine skiing.Vail TodayIn a thrilling display of sibling rivalry, 20-year-old Elisabeth Bocock and her 18-year-old sister Mary swept the top two spots in the giant slalom event at the 2026 U.S. Alpine National Championships in Vail, Colorado. The Bocock sisters, who hail from a prominent local skiing family, overcame a disappointing start to the competition to deliver a dominant performance on the final day of the championships.
Why it matters
The Bocock sisters' 1-2 finish in the giant slalom is a major triumph for the local Vail community, which has rallied behind the hometown heroes throughout the national championships. The victory also solidifies the Bococks' status as rising stars in the U.S. Alpine ski team pipeline, positioning them as potential Olympians in the years to come.
The details
After skiing out on the first day of the championships, Elisabeth and Mary Bocock knew they needed to deliver a standout performance in the giant slalom to make up for their earlier misstep. The sisters rose to the occasion, posting the two fastest times of the day to finish first and second respectively. Elisabeth's victory marked her first national title, while Mary's silver medal continued her impressive streak of podium finishes at the championships.
- The 2026 U.S. Alpine National Championships took place from March 25-30 in Vail, Colorado.
- The giant slalom event was held on Monday, March 30th.
The players
Elisabeth Bocock
A 20-year-old up-and-coming alpine skier who won her first national title in the giant slalom event.
Mary Bocock
The 18-year-old sister of Elisabeth Bocock, who finished second in the giant slalom to earn her third career national championship medal.
What they’re saying
“Our parents are out here, so I'm glad we got to do something (today).”
— Elisabeth Bocock
What’s next
The Bocock sisters will now turn their attention to securing spots on the U.S. Olympic team for the 2028 Winter Games in Cortina, Italy. Their dominant performance at the national championships has boosted their chances of earning coveted spots on the squad.
The takeaway
The Bocock sisters' 1-2 finish in the giant slalom at the U.S. Alpine National Championships is a heartwarming display of sibling rivalry and hometown pride. Their success has energized the Vail community and positioned them as rising stars on the national skiing stage, setting the stage for potential Olympic glory in the years to come.
