The atmosphere within the U.S. men's ski team is described as extremely close, with teammates Ben Ogden and Gus Schumacher humorously referring to their shared sleeping arrangements as 'bromance.' As they prepared for the Olympics in Italy, Ogden noted that they had been roommates for a couple of weeks, which, due to the small European beds, often led them to share blankets during sleep. This camaraderie has become a light-hearted focal point in the team dynamic.

Ogden's playful recounting of their blanket-sharing arrangement highlighted the team's close-knit nature, where the teammates joke about who gets to keep the blanket based on who is more prone to gas during the night. The situations they find themselves in are indicative of a team that thrives on humor and mutual respect, even if they sometimes experience minor irritations with each other. For instance, Schumacher mentioned that Ogden often takes the room key, leaving him locked out at times, adding a layer of levity to their interactions.

The fun and brotherhood among the American ski team have not only fostered strong personal relationships but have also contributed to their recent success in the World Cup events, where Schumacher achieved a noteworthy victory at the Tour de Ski. This light-hearted yet competitive spirit is likely to energize the team as they head into the Olympics.