7 Idaho Athletes Compete at 2026 Winter Olympics

KTVB highlights Team Idaho's Olympic hopefuls ahead of the games.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 6:55pm

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A special report from KTVB showcases the 7 athletes with ties to the state of Idaho who will be competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The segment provides an in-depth look at these local athletes and their journeys to the global stage.

Why it matters

Idaho is not typically known as a winter sports powerhouse, so having 7 homegrown athletes represent the state at the Olympics is an impressive achievement that highlights the growing talent and resources available to aspiring winter Olympians in the region.

The details

The KTVB special profiles the 7 Idaho-connected athletes set to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics, including their backgrounds, training regimens, and personal stories of how they reached this level of competition.

  • The 2026 Winter Olympics will take place from February 4-23, 2026.
  • KTVB's special report on Team Idaho aired on January 31, 2026, just days before the opening ceremony.

The players

Mirai Nagasu

A figure skater born in Arcadia, California who trains at the Sun Valley Skating Academy in Idaho.

Chase Josey

A snowboarder from Hailey, Idaho competing in the halfpipe event.

Breezy Johnson

A downhill skier from Victor, Idaho who specializes in the women's downhill and super-G.

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What they’re saying

“Competing in the Olympics has been a lifelong dream of mine, and I'm so grateful to have the support of my Idaho community behind me.”

— Mirai Nagasu, Figure Skater

“Idaho may not be known for winter sports, but we have some of the most dedicated and talented athletes in the world. I'm proud to represent my home state on the global stage.”

— Chase Josey, Snowboarder

What’s next

KTVB plans to provide continued coverage of Team Idaho's performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics, including live updates, athlete interviews, and analysis.

The takeaway

The success of these 7 Idaho athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics demonstrates the state's growing reputation as a hub for winter sports development and the ability of local athletes to compete with the best in the world, despite Idaho's non-traditional winter sports background.