Vedran Pavlek has officially submitted his resignation as the director of alpine teams and ski pool to the Executive Board of the Croatian Skiing Federation. His decision follows rumors regarding alleged financial irregularities in the management of the federation, which he claims have involved him personally and have threatened the normal operation of the organization. Goran Rački has been appointed as the interim director of alpine teams until the end of the season.

In his resignation statement, Pavlek expressed that he has always acted in the best interest of Croatian skiers and the federation, dedicating his life to it for the past 28 years. He firmly believes he has done nothing wrong and asserts that his resignation is necessary to relieve the pressure and allow the federation to operate effectively. The issue has raised concerns regarding the governance and management practices within the Croatian Ski Federation.

This incident highlights potential governance issues within national sports federations, where financial oversight and management practices are paramount for maintaining trust and functionality. The resignation of a high-profile director like Pavlek may lead to further scrutiny of the Croatian Skiing Federation and could impact the development of skiing in Croatia, especially in light of international competition. The appointment of an interim director raises questions about the future direction of the organization during this critical period for the national team.