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Vail Today
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Vail Alumna Earns Podium Finish at U.S. Alpine Nationals
Kjersti Moritz climbs three spots on final run to take third in slalom event.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:02pm
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A podium finish at the U.S. Alpine Nationals caps off a successful season for Vail-trained skier Kjersti Moritz.Vail TodayKjersti Moritz, a former athlete with Ski and Snowboard Club Vail and Vail Mountain School, finished third in the slalom event at the U.S. Alpine National Championships on Tuesday. Moritz moved up three spots on her second run to earn a spot on the podium, capping off a successful season.
Why it matters
Moritz's podium finish is a testament to the strong ski and snowboard program in Vail, Colorado, which has produced many elite athletes over the years. Her performance also highlights the competitive nature of the U.S. Alpine Nationals, where the country's top skiers and snowboarders vie for national titles.
The details
Moritz, who previously trained with Ski and Snowboard Club Vail and attended Vail Mountain School, put together a strong second run to climb from sixth place to third overall in the slalom event at the U.S. Alpine National Championships. Her podium finish came on the final day of the competition.
- The U.S. Alpine National Championships took place from March 28-31, 2026.
- Moritz's third-place slalom finish occurred on the final day of the competition, March 31, 2026.
The players
Kjersti Moritz
A former athlete with Ski and Snowboard Club Vail and Vail Mountain School who finished third in the slalom event at the 2026 U.S. Alpine National Championships.
Ski and Snowboard Club Vail
A renowned ski and snowboard program in Vail, Colorado that has produced many elite athletes over the years.
Vail Mountain School
A private school in Vail, Colorado that Kjersti Moritz attended while training with Ski and Snowboard Club Vail.
What they’re saying
“I'm so thrilled to have finished on the podium at the U.S. Alpine Nationals. It's been a goal of mine all season, and I'm grateful to have accomplished it on the final day of competition.”
— Kjersti Moritz
The takeaway
Moritz's podium finish at the U.S. Alpine Nationals is a testament to the strength of the ski and snowboard program in Vail, Colorado, which continues to produce elite-level athletes who can compete with the best in the country.
