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Libby Native Konnor Ralph Finishes Fifth at First Olympics
The 23-year-old freeskier competed in Freeski Big Air and Slopestyle events at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Konnor Ralph, a 23-year-old freeskier from Libby, Montana, capped off his first Winter Olympics with a fifth-place finish in the Freeski Big Air event at the 2026 Milano Cortina games. Ralph, who now calls Helena home, scored an impressive 178 points across his three jumps, including a high score of 91.5 on his final attempt. While he didn't medal, Ralph's performance was part of a strong showing for the U.S. team, which claimed three of the top five spots in the event.
Why it matters
Ralph's fifth-place finish at his first Olympics is a significant accomplishment, showcasing his steady improvement on the World Cup circuit over the past few seasons. As one of Montana's rising young winter sports stars, his success helps bring attention to the state's growing reputation as a hub for elite winter athletes.
The details
In the Freeski Big Air finals, Ralph was seeded last entering the medal round but scored an 86.5 on his first jump. He didn't land his second jump, putting pressure on his third and final attempt. Ralph responded with a 91.5, vaulting him into fifth place overall. Norway's Tormod Frostad won gold, while Ralph's American teammate Mac Forehand took silver. Ralph also competed in the Freeski Slopestyle event, finishing ninth in his Olympic debut.
- Konnor Ralph began competing internationally in the 2021-22 season.
- In the 2021-22 season, Ralph ranked 78th overall in World Cup standings, including 40th in Freeski Slopestyle.
- In the 2022-23 season, Ralph jumped into the top 20 with a No. 19 ranking in Slopestyle.
- This season, Ralph is ranked No. 4 in Slopestyle and No. 5 in Big Air.
- The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics took place in February 2026.
The players
Konnor Ralph
A 23-year-old freeskier from Libby, Montana who now calls Helena home. He competed in his first Winter Olympics in 2026.
Tormod Frostad
A Norwegian freeskier who won the gold medal in the Freeski Big Air event at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
Mac Forehand
An American freeskier who won the silver medal in the Freeski Big Air event at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
Matej Svancer
An Austrian freeskier who won the bronze medal in the Freeski Big Air event at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
Troy Podmilsak
An American freeskier who finished fourth in the Freeski Big Air event at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
What they’re saying
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
The takeaway
Konnor Ralph's fifth-place finish in his Olympic debut is an impressive accomplishment that showcases his steady rise in the world of freeskiing. As one of Montana's top young winter sports talents, his success helps bring more attention to the state's growing reputation as a hub for elite winter athletes.
