How AI is levelling the playing field in the search for our next Olympians
Queensland talent scouts are utilizing a unique AI app to broaden their search for talented athletes for the 2032 Olympics.
"I don't want to be ungrateful, but..." Czech hope objects to being associated with parents, can become an aerospace engineer
Petr Hák, a young Czech biathlete and son of famous biathletes, debuted at the Olympics and has aspirations beyond sports, including a potential career in aerospace engineering.
Flop at the Games, the slalom is a nasty beast. And our young ones have no references
Giuliano Razzoli discusses the current state of Italian slalom skiing and the need for new talent, while reflecting on past achievements and the challenges faced by young athletes.
"A Passage for the Future": After Their Relay Medal, French Skiers are Already Hungry for the 2030 Olympics in France
Following their silver medal in relay at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, French skiers are setting their sights on the 2030 Olympics to be held in France.
The children flocked around Olympic champion Ponsiluoma
Children at Tullus Ski Shooting Club celebrated the newly minted medalist by pausing their evening training to meet him.
Youth Problems in Winter Sports: 'We Can Learn a Lot from Norway'
The German Winter Sports Federation aims to address youth recruitment issues in winter sports amid disappointing Olympic results, drawing lessons from Norway's success.
Problems with Youth Development in Winter Sports: "We Can Learn a Lot from Norway"
Andreas Schlütter of the German Ski Association discusses Germany's poor performance in winter sports and emphasizes the importance of youth programs.
The head of Czech Olympians is satisfied with the results. He is pleased with the success of the youth
The head of Czech Olympians expresses satisfaction with the recent performance of young athletes.
Biathlon: After the Medal Drought, We Need Impulses at the Grassroots Level
The article discusses the decline of German biathlon athletes' performance in major competitions, emphasizing the need for grassroots development to revitalize the sport.
From Milano Cortina to Dakar 2026: Olympic mascots Tina and Ayo share the stage
Olympic mascots Tina and Ayo come together in a celebratory appearance ahead of the upcoming Youth Olympic Games in Dakar.
Iida Karhunen, 17, Shines – Made One Wish Before Returning Home
Seventeen-year-old Finnish figure skater Iida Karhunen performed impressively at her Olympic debut, finishing 16th in the women's singles event with a personal best score.
Women win more medals because meritocracy counts in sports
Manuela Di Centa discusses the growing success of women in sports, citing meritocracy as a key factor behind their increased medal wins at the upcoming Olympics.
The Tears of the Olympics Create Debate. A New Phenomenon, Says Expert.
Former cross-country skier Gudmund Skjeldal weighs in on the growing emotional expressions among young athletes in sports, emphasizing the need to maintain sportsmanship.
Girl Boom in the Ski Trails After Successes for National Women's Team
Swedish women's success in cross-country skiing is inspiring more girls to take up the sport, as reflected in rising participation rates among young girls.
Hair in the game behind Sweden's silver: "One hundred percent"
The article reports on Sweden's performance in women's ice hockey and highlights a superstitious national team, an award-winning protest, and a leading teenage athlete during the Olympic Winter Games.
Emil (20) is one of three in Trøndelag doing this during school hours
Emil Sæther, a 20-year-old student from Trøndelag, balances his education with competitive curling and aims for the Olympics.
After Krūzberg's historic success at the Olympics, a rise in short track popularity is anticipated
Following Roberts Krūzbergs' Olympic achievement, short track skating is expected to gain popularity among youth in Latvia.
After the Olympic success – here children try curling in Vänersborg
Children in Vänersborg are trying curling for the first time after Sweden's success in the sport at the Olympics, sparking a surge of interest among local youth.
Even at age 10, Canadian Olympic star Macklin Celebrini seemed bound for great things
The article reflects on the early years of Macklin Celebrini, a promising young Canadian hockey player who showcased exceptional talent and competitiveness from a young age.
The people of volunteers come from 98 countries. 46% under 35
The Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Milan Cortina 2026 will feature 18,000 volunteers from 98 countries, with a significant portion being young people.
Perspective: Women’s Lions Out – Alarming News from Behind the Scenes
The Finnish women’s national ice hockey team's performance at the Milan-Cortina Olympics has been a significant disappointment, sparking concern about the state of women's ice hockey in Finland.
The Buddhist Snowboarder, the Father of South Korea's Medals
A Buddhist monk has gained international attention for his role in South Korea's recent success in snowboarding at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Winter Olympic Games. Kacper Tomasiak wins his second Olympic medal, a bronze
19-year-old Kacper Tomasiak becomes the youngest ski jumper since 1992 to win an individual Olympic medal and the youngest Polish medalist in Winter Olympic history.
We Were Wrong About Slovaks, Canadian Commentators Said. The Youngsters Have a Mentality That Can Teach Older Ones
Slovakia's ice hockey team lost to Sweden 3-5 but remains in contention for direct advancement to the quarter-finals of the Olympics if Finland beats Italy.
Kirkeeide won the youth star duel, Cold 37.
Maren Kirkeeide from Norway clinched gold in the women's 7.5 km sprint at the Milano Cortina Olympics, defeating France's Oceane Micheloni by 3.8 seconds.
This Young Girl Will Win an Olympic Gold Medal in 9 Years: Choi Ga-on's Past 'Board Family' Video Goes Viral
Choi Ga-on of South Korea, aged 18, has won the country's first Olympic gold medal in snowboarding, and a 9-year-old family video showcasing her talent has resurfaced online.
16-Year-Old Sara Shimizu Finishes 4th: How a Middle School Student Rushed to the Bathroom Before Challenging the Olympics
Sara Shimizu, a 16-year-old snowboarder, impressively finished 4th in the women's halfpipe event at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics after a remarkable journey marked by challenges and growth.
‘6th in Halfpipe Qualifiers’ Choi Ga-on Says, 'I Haven't Shown Half of My Skill'
Choi Ga-on, a 17-year-old snowboarder, qualified for the finals of the Halfpipe event at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics with a score of 82.25, aiming to reach the podium despite feeling she has yet to showcase her full potential.
Looking for Canada’s Olympic youth movement? Check out its Gen-Z lugers
Canada's Olympic luge team at the Milan-Cortina Games is predominantly made up of Gen-Z athletes, marking a significant youth movement within the sport.
Canada coach looking for cross-country ski medals
The Canadian cross-country ski coach, Julia Mehre Ystgaard, expresses confidence in her team's potential to win medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics, especially in team events.
Day 1 of the Olympics: Empathize with the teenager who faced a faux pas by the federation. The Slovak of the day is a ski jumper.
The first day of the Olympics featured Kira Mária Kapustíková, a ski jumper from Slovakia, who faced challenges despite her 41st place finish.
2026 Youth Olympics preparation heats up
Preparations for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games are now in an advanced phase as the Organising Committee reports significant progress in venue works and operational readiness just 270 days before the Opening Ceremony.
Hugo and Bublinka, the mascots of the Children's and Youth Olympics. The competition for young athletes will be held in Prague for the first time
The Children's and Youth Olympics will feature its mascots, Hugo and Bublinka, and take place in Prague for the first time.
An exhibition, a film and then the debate: this is how the dream enters school
The event 'Trofei di Milano' aims to inspire passion for the Olympics among young students by providing accessible experiences related to the event.
Russia's return to world sports: fencing under the war flag
Youth from Russia and Belarus are allowed to compete internationally again, aiming for a return to pre-war conditions at the upcoming Youth Olympics.