WA Olympic Cross-Country Skier Looks Ahead to 2026 Games

Local Olympian discusses preparations for upcoming Winter Olympics in Italy.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A Washington-based Olympic cross-country skier recently appeared on a local Seattle morning show to discuss their training and outlook for the 2026 Winter Games, which will be held in Italy.

Why it matters

The upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy represent a major international sporting event that will feature athletes from around the world, including top talent from the Pacific Northwest region. The appearance of a local Olympian on a prominent Seattle news program helps generate excitement and interest in the games within the community.

The details

The Olympic skier, whose name was not provided, shared insights into their training regimen and preparations for competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. They discussed the rigorous physical and mental demands of cross-country skiing at the highest level, as well as their goals and aspirations for the upcoming games.

  • The 2026 Winter Olympics will be held in Italy.

The players

Washington Olympic Cross-Country Skier

A local athlete from Washington state who will be competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.

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What they’re saying

“I'm really excited to represent Washington and the U.S. at the 2026 games. The training has been intense, but I feel ready to compete at the highest level.”

— Washington Olympic Cross-Country Skier (Good Day Seattle)

What’s next

The 2026 Winter Olympics will take place from February 6-22, 2026 in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.

The takeaway

The appearance of a local Olympic athlete on a Seattle news program helps generate excitement and community pride around the upcoming 2026 Winter Games, which will feature top talent from the Pacific Northwest region competing on the world stage.