Alice Mckennis Duran

Born in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Alice learned to ski and race at the nearby Sunlight Ski Area. Alice is a former World Cup alpine ski racer who specialized in the speed events of downhill and super-G. Growing up, she spent time skiing for various ski clubs at Sunlight, Vail, Aspen, Steamboat Springs, and Summit before landing in Salt Lake City at Rowmark Ski Academy. Alice’s World Cup career went on to span twelve impressive years. At 19 years old, she debuted on the World Cup circuit. Alice secured her first World Cup downhill win in 2013 in Saint Anton, Austria. She represented the United States in two Olympics, placing fifth in downhill in 2018. Overcoming several serious injuries, Alice’s perseverance shocked the world as she continued to succeed. After retiring from competitive skiing in 2021, she served as a coach and mentor at Ski & Snowboard Club Vail. She is a positive role model for young skiers.