USCSA Nationals

2026 USCSA National Championships

March 9 – 14, 2026

Get ready for the pinnacle of collegiate snowsports! The United States Collegiate Ski & Snowboard Association (USCSA) is heading to Lake Placid for the 2026 National Championships. Over 600 student-athletes representing more than 140 universities across the country will converge on the Adirondacks to compete for the title of National Champion.

From the steep, legendary runs of Whiteface Mountain to the world-class Nordic trails at Mt.Van Hoevenberg, this week-long festival of speed, style, and endurance showcases the best in collegiate talent.

Competition Schedule

Note: All daily competitions run between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. Check the event calendar for specific times.

Monday, March 9

• Check-In: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

• Training (All Disciplines): Alpine, XC, SB, and FS

• SB & FS Events: Women’s & Men’s RJ Qualifiers

• Opening Ceremony: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Tuesday, March 10

• Alpine: Women’s Giant Slalom (GS)

• XC Events: 7.5K Classic Interval Start

• SB Events: Men’s BoarderCross (BX); Women’s Rail Jam (RJ)

• FS Events: Men’s SkierCross (SX); Women’s Rail Jam (RJ)

• Awards & Meetings: 4:30 pm Daily Award

Wednesday, March 11

• Alpine: Men’s Giant Slalom (GS)

• XC Events: Freestyle Sprint

• SB Events: Women’s BoarderCross (BX); Men’s Rail Jam (RJ)

• FS Events: Women’s SkierCross (SX); Men’s Rail Jam (RJ)

• Awards & Meetings: 4:30 pm Daily Awards

Thursday, March 12

• Alpine: Women’s Slalom (SL)

• XC Events: Training Day

• SB Events: Women’s & Men’s Slalom (SL)

• FS Events: Women’s & Men’s Slopestyle (SS)

• Awards & Meetings: 4:30 pm Daily Awards

Friday, March 13

• Alpine: Men’s Slalom (SL)

• XC Events: 15K Freestyle Mass Start

• SB Events: Women’s & Men’s Slopestyle (SS)

• Awards & Meetings: 4:30 pm Daily Awards

Saturday, March 14

• Alpine: Women’s & Men’s Dual Slalom

• XC Events: Classic Team Sprint

• SB Events: Women’s & Men’s Giant Slalom (GS)

• FS Events: Women’s & Men’s Big Air

• Awards: 4:30 pm Daily Awards; 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Final Awards Ceremony

Spectator Information & Viewing Tips

Watching a National Championship in an Olympic venue is a world-class experience. Most competition viewing is free of charge for spectators, though lift tickets or trail passes are required if you plan to ski or ride yourself.

Where to Watch: Whiteface Mountain (Alpine, SB, FS)

• The Base Area: The finish arena for Slalom and Giant Slalom is visible right from the Base Lodge deck. It’s the best spot to catch the high-energy finish and hear the announcers.

• Mid-Mountain: For a closer look at the speed events, take the Face Lift chair to the mid-station. The new mid-mountain lodge offers great views and a warm place to grab a snack between runs.

• The "Cloudsplitter" Gondola: Take a scenic ride to the top of Little Whiteface for a breathtaking view of the course starts and the High Peaks.

Where to Watch: Mt Van Hoevenberg (Nordic)

• The Stadium Area: The cross-country events start and finish in the main stadium, right behind the Mountain Pass Lodge. This is the heart of the action for sprints and mass starts.

• The Bridge & Viewing Plazas: Recently upgraded spectator plazas and bridges offer "birds-eye" views of the technical climbs and high-speed descents.

• Mountain Pass Lodge: If it gets chilly, the lodge features massive glass windows and indoor seating that overlook the Nordic stadium.