Paige VanArsdale is an accomplished ski racer who has medaled in several competitions, including an impressive 2021/22 season where she earned medals in all six events at Nationals. One of her most cherished moments was receiving the “Honorary Racer” award from Jonny Moseley at the AIG 2016 event, a highlight made even more memorable when Moseley personally called her neighbors to share his excitement about meeting her.

Paige’s journey in ski racing began as a teen after attending an alpine ski race camp and meeting Ray Watkins, who encouraged her to compete. Despite setbacks, including a concussion and a diagnosis of bipolar depression in 2017, she returned to racing in 2019. She excelled at her first para-alpine race, winning gold and bronze at the Huntsman Cup. Joining the National Ability Center in 2020 allowed her to develop her skills further and thrive as part of a supportive team. Her 2023/24 season was interrupted by an injury during downhill training in Canada, but she resumed training full-time in 2024 with her NAC team.

Paige’s long-term goal is to make the Paralympic team, while her immediate focus is on refining her technique and improving one race at a time. Off the slopes, she enjoys running, paddle boarding, swimming, and even flying aerobatic planes during visits with her grandfather in New Mexico. Paige lives by the mantra, “I may not be there yet, but I am closer than I was yesterday.” Her dedication continues to fuel her pursuit of excellence.