Dawn Fritz+FollowIdaho athletes heading to 2026 Winter OlympicsFive athletes from Idaho are set to represent Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, and their stories are seriously inspiring. Sammy Smith from Boise, a standout in both soccer and skiing, is making her Olympic debut while juggling Division I soccer at Stanford. Chase Josey from Hailey is back for his third Olympic run in snowboard halfpipe, and Breezy Johnson from Victor is fresh off two golds at the World Championships. Ketchum locals John Steel Hagenbuch and Ryder Sarchett round out the team, both already Junior World Champs. How do you think Idaho’s homegrown talent will fare on the world stage? #Sports #IdahoProud #WinterOlympics00Share
Miss Angela Murray+FollowWinter Olympics 1924: No Sponsors, Just Drama! ❄️Can you believe the first Winter Olympics in 1924 had zero sponsorships or flashy LED screens? The real shocker: the Canadian ice hockey team crushed the US 6-1 in the final, sparking a century-old rivalry. Plus, there’s still debate about whether Sonja Henie, just 11, was unfairly favored by judges. These old-school photos show just how wild and raw the Games used to be! #Entertainment #Painting #WinterOlympics00Share
Judith Nelson+FollowIndy 500 Ace Shifts Gears for Olympic BobsleighSimona “Iron Maiden” De Silvestro, best known for her IndyCar heroics, just qualified for the Winter Olympics—this time as a bobsleigh pilot for Italy! Swapping the roar of engines for the ice track, she’s breaking new ground, aiming to make history in her home country. Can her racing instincts give her an edge against traditional track stars? This crossover is one for the ages! #Sports #SimonaDeSilvestro #WinterOlympics00Share
Aaron Gentry+FollowPapadakis Out: Ice Dance Drama Hits NBCWow, 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 #IceDance10Share
Dawn Fritz+FollowNorway’s Suitgate: Olympic Fallout LoomsJust 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 #WinterOlympics00Share
Annette Jones+FollowPocono Pines local heads to Olympics in ItalyBill 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 #WinterOlympics00Share
stacy28+FollowNHL 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 #WinterOlympics00Share
Eddie Deleon+FollowTragedy Strikes Near Cortina Olympic VenueSad 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 #Cortina202620Share
Judith Nelson+FollowChloe 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 #WinterOlympics00Share
jharvey+FollowNoel 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 #ClementNoel00Share
