Cook County Alpine Ski Team: graduating seniors share their passion

The Cook County Alpine Ski Team season began on Dec. 22 at Giant’s Ridge in Biwabik, Minn., and was accompanied by much celebration.

On Dec. 22, the boy’s team skied away with 1st place, and the girl’s team took 2nd place.

WTIP visited the Cook County Alpine Ski Team during a recent practice at Lutsen Mountains to speak with captains and seniors Ray Dressley, Cy Oberholtzer, Kalina Dimitrova, and Genevieve Silence as they prepare for the rest of the season. Each of the seniors shared insights into why they are part of the alpine ski team and what skiing means to them.

“They’re great skiers. Neat kids. And have a lot of grit and talent,” Cook County Alpine Ski Coach John Oberholtzer said.

Audio and video of the feature is below.

Photos and video by Matthew Baxley.

WTIP Staff January 18, 2024