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Judith Nelson

Norway’s Suit Scandal Shakes Olympic Ski Jump

Wow, the Flying Vikings are in hot water! After Norway’s team got caught with those infamous suit alterations, the FIS is rolling out strict new rules for ski jumping at the upcoming Winter Olympics. Now, it’s all about 3-D suit checks and microchips to keep things fair. Do you think these changes will finally put an end to suit-gate, or will teams find another loophole? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #SkiJumping #WinterOlympics

Dawn Fritz

Skeleton Showdown: Uhlaender vs. Canada

Longtime Team USA skeleton star Katie Uhlaender is making headlines again, this time off the ice. She’s appealing to the IOC for a wild-card spot at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics after a controversial North American Cup race, where four Canadian sliders withdrew, impacting her qualification chances. Uhlaender claims the event was manipulated and is fighting to become the first American woman to compete in six Winter Games. Do you think the IBSF made the right call, or should the IOC step in for fairness? #Sports #WinterOlympics #Skeleton

Aaron Gentry

Papadakis Out: Ice Dance Drama Hits NBC

Wow, the Ice Dance world just got shaken up! NBC has dropped gold medalist Gabriella Papadakis from their Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics coverage after her new memoir took some serious shots at her longtime partner, Cizeron. With Cizeron coming out of retirement, NBC says Papadakis’ book creates a conflict of interest. Fans, do you think this rivalry will overshadow the Games, or is NBC right to keep coverage neutral? #Sports #WinterOlympics #IceDance

Dawn Fritz

Norway’s Suitgate: Olympic Fallout Looms

Just weeks before Milan Cortina, Team Norway’s ski jumping staff got hit with 18-month bans for the infamous Suitgate scandal. Head coach Brevik and crew admitted to altering suits for more flight—caught on secret footage during the Trondheim worlds. While Olympic champs Lindvik and Forfang served shorter bans and are back on the hill, this controversy still casts a shadow over Norway’s legacy. Do you think the FIS penalties fit the crime, or is this just the tip of the iceberg for ski jumping’s integrity? #Sports #SkiJumping #WinterOlympics

Annette Jones

Pocono Pines local heads to Olympics in Italy

Bill Van Gilder, the familiar face behind Jubilee restaurant in Pocono Pines, is about to take on a new challenge—helping run the Winter Olympics in Italy! Instead of serving up meals, he’ll be making sure the slopestyle and halfpipe events go off without a hitch. From his early days snowboarding in the Poconos to now being a technical advisor at the world’s biggest winter sports stage, Bill’s journey is a reminder that big dreams can start right here at home. How cool is it to see someone from our community play such a big role on the global stage? #Food #PoconoPines #WinterOlympics

stacy28

NHL Stars Set for Olympic Ice Showdown?

Huge news for puck fans: the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics hockey arena is in a race against time, but organizers are adamant it’ll be ready for the NHL’s long-awaited Olympic return. After a 12-year absence, we could see the world’s best—think McDavid, Ovi, and Sid the Kid—battling for gold. There were some ice quality scares, but the test event got glowing reviews from players. Do you think the NHL will really pull out if safety isn’t perfect? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #IceHockey #WinterOlympics

Eddie Deleon

Tragedy Strikes Near Cortina Olympic Venue

Sad news from Cortina d'Ampezzo: a security guard at a 2026 Winter Olympic construction site passed away during a brutally cold night shift, with temps dropping to -10.4°F. Authorities are investigating, but early reports say it was a heart attack. With the Olympics just around the corner, this incident raises questions about worker safety and the pressure to get venues ready. Thoughts go out to his family and all those working hard behind the scenes. #Sports #WinterOlympics #Cortina2026

Judith Nelson

Chloe Kim’s Gold Streak in Jeopardy?

Tough news for fans of the Queen of the Halfpipe—Chloe Kim just shared a health update after a training crash in Laax left her with a dislocated shoulder. With the Milan-Cortina Olympics on the horizon, her quest for a historic three-peat is suddenly in doubt. Kim says she’s staying optimistic, but the clock is ticking. Can she recover in time to defend her crown? #Sports #ChloeKim #WinterOlympics

jharvey

Noel Steps Up: Can He Defend His Slalom Crown?

With the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics just a month away, all eyes are on France’s slalom king, Clement Noel. After Alexis Pinturault declined the flag bearer honor, Noel—fresh off a record-breaking World Cup season—steps into the spotlight. Fans are buzzing: Can he fend off rivals like McGrath and Haugan to keep his Olympic gold? This is shaping up to be a classic alpine showdown! #Sports #WinterOlympics #ClementNoel