Dear Snowboard Community,

James Johnstone here, currently training at home in Sydney after another great Australian season.

As most know, this year was not the greatest season for snow however myself and the NSWIS Snowboard Cross Team were able to make the most of it. We managed to do 54 days on snow with some great training in Perisher, Thredbo and also on the Snowboard cross track at Hotham Alpine Resort which we are so lucky to have as a snowboard community.

The domestic season training is always such a massive part of our year and we are really pleased with the skill based and technical work that we got done over this period. I hope everyone made the most of the snow that we had!

It was another very successful year at the Snow Australia Futures and ANC races back in August. It was amazing to see such a massive turnout for both Futures and the race days. It seemed as though all of the athletes who participated in both events had an awesome time and I know that I did too. We are so lucky to have the opportunity to compete at Hotham and the Futures program is a great way to get all of the club level athletes more involved in Snowboard cross.

As I said I’m back in Sydney and back training at the NSWIS gym in the Sydney Olympic Park. I’m there everyday doing weights and I’ve been spending a lot of time out on my bike road cycling. All in preparation for a big Northern Hemisphere season ahead!

It will be another great season of racing in Europe and America. I know that there are some excellent camp programs for younger athletes to get the chance to go overseas and compete so hope to see some of these athletes over there! I will be all over Europe from November until April so looking forward to getting back to international competitions.

For those competing overseas this Northern winter or are thinking about it, make sure you check the competing overseas page on the Snow Australia website. If you have any questions, reach out to the Snow Australia office, they are always happy to help.

Follow me  @james_johnstone_ on instagram for updates during the season. If you see me in Sydney or overseas this Northern winter, make sure you come and say hi, I am always happy to chat!

All the best,

James Johnstone
NSWIS SBX Athlete

The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) has announced the appointment of Olympic champion Alisa Camplin-Warner AM as Chef de Mission for the Australian Team to compete at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games.

The World University Winter Games (WUWG) is held every two years under the banner of the International University Sports Federation (FISU) and comprises competition in 9 compulsory sports with optional sports determined by the host. These events are staged in locations in and around Torino.

Snow Australia is excited to announce that expressions of interest are now open for those interested in competing in the 2025 World University Winter Games being held in Torino, Italy.

Earlier in September, Snow Australia wrapped up its third Para Development Camp of the year with the highly-anticipated Spring Development Camp at Perisher.

This camp brought together both skiers and snowboarders, focusing on gaining mileage, improving technique, exploring alternative riding styles, and - most importantly - enjoying the unique conditions of Spring snow.

As the 2024 Australian winter winds down, those pursuing the participation and performance snowsports pathways cast their eyes to northern winter activity. Snow Australia recognises a variety of clubs and programs that operate domestic and international programs.  

An athletes’ sporting journey includes various development stages. Each stage is unique and is an important stepping-stone for those athletes hoping to succeed in high performance sport. 

To compete overseas in FIS-sanctioned competitions there are several prerequisites that must be satisfied before you can be included on an official entry form. Please view the summary information below and visit the Competing Overseas page on the website to make sure you understand your obligations.

1. Membership

To compete in cross-country skiing FIS races overseas you must be an Snowboard International Racer. This ensures you have the correct level of membership and are registered with FIS.

2. Competition Insurance

It is a FIS requirement that Snow Australia ensures all its competitors hold insurance that covers competitive skiing and meets, at a minimum, FIS International Competition Rules: 212.3

Athletes competing overseas as part of a Snow Australia XC program are covered by the National Team AHI insurance policy. For ETP and other endorsed athletes, we have been working with our insurance providers to confirm policies ahead of the northern winter. Please visit the Overseas Competition Insurance page for the latest information on available policies.

3. Expression of Interest

To compete in FIS sanctioned races overseas you must complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) form and submit it to Snow Australia (entries@snow.org.au).

For any questions regarding EOI's please contact entries@snow.org.au or visit the Competing Overseas webpage.