Beyond the NCAA: The USCSA & the 5,000 Athletes Competing in College Skiing

When people think about collegiate ski racing, they think NCAA.But every winter, nearly 5,000 athletes compete through the U.S. Collegiate Ski & Snowboard Association (USCSA) — across alpine, Nordic, snowboard, and freeski disciplines.In this episode, Executive Director Meegan Moszynski and VP of Academic Affairs Jay Moyer break down:• How USCSA differs from NCAA ski programs• Why its team-based format keeps athletes engaged• What a 700-athlete National Championship looks like• Club vs varsity competition• What high school athletes and families should know during the college application processIf you’re a skier, snowboarder, parent, or coach exploring college competition pathways, this episode will expand your options — and might change how you think about collegiate snow sports.