Liberty Mountain Race Team Holds Tryouts for Speed-Loving Skiers

Alpine ski racing team near Baltimore attracts racers from across Maryland

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Liberty Mountain Race Team (LMRT), based in Fairfield, Pennsylvania, is holding tryouts on February 13 for its alpine ski racing team. The team competes in the Pennsylvania Alpine Racing Association and attracts skiers from across Maryland, including the Baltimore area, despite the sport's deeper roots in Colorado, Utah, and New England.

Why it matters

Alpine ski racing is a fast-paced and thrilling sport that requires a love for speed, but it may come as a surprise to many that the sport has a strong presence near Baltimore, with the LMRT team providing a competitive outlet for speed-loving skiers in the region.

The details

The LMRT has been in existence since 1976 and competes at Liberty Mountain Resort, which is located just a short drive from Baltimore. The team's proximity to Maryland attracts racers from across the state, including Baltimore and as far south as Solomons Island. While the sport is more commonly associated with mountainous regions like Colorado and New England, the LMRT has built a dedicated following in the Mid-Atlantic area.

  • The LMRT is holding tryouts for the 2026 season on the weekend of February 13.
  • The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina will feature alpine skiing events, bringing increased attention to the sport.

The players

Liberty Mountain Race Team (LMRT)

An alpine ski racing team based in Fairfield, Pennsylvania that has been competing in the Pennsylvania Alpine Racing Association since 1976.

Matt Superczynski

The president of the Liberty Mountain Race Team.

Elle Awanohara

A skier on the Liberty Mountain Race Team who loves the adrenaline rush of racing.

Leo Giambarresi

A skier on the Liberty Mountain Race Team who enjoys the competitive aspect of the sport.

Brielle Superczynski

A member of the Liberty Mountain Race Team who is surprised by the interest in alpine racing from people in the Baltimore area.

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What they’re saying

“This isn't New England, it's not Colorado. So, yeah, it's a big surprise for people that there's actually ski racing in the area.”

— Matt Superczynski, President of Liberty Mountain Race Team

“You're out here, it's snowing, they're blowing snow. It's freezing. You're not in a gym where there's air conditioning and heating. You're out here with the elements dealing with the weather and trying to perform under those kinds of conditions.”

— Matt Superczynski, President of Liberty Mountain Race Team

“I love the adrenaline rush. The feeling in the start gate, there's nothing like it.”

— Elle Awanohara, Skier

“The competitive aspect is awesome, it's just fun.”

— Leo Giambarresi, Skier

“They're like 'Wow, that's so cool, tell me more'.”

— Brielle Superczynski, Liberty Mountain Race Team member

What’s next

The Liberty Mountain Race Team will hold tryouts for the 2026 season on the weekend of February 13.

The takeaway

Despite alpine skiing's deeper roots in mountainous regions, the Liberty Mountain Race Team has built a dedicated following for the sport near Baltimore, providing a competitive outlet for speed-loving skiers in the Mid-Atlantic area.