Trace Worthington

Growing up in Winter Park, Trace helped elevate freestyle skiing on the global stage, earning a reputation as one of its most decorated athletes with 37 World Cup victories, 73 podium finishes, 7 World Championship titles, and 11 U.S. national titles. A two-time Olympian, Trace was a true pioneer. He became the first American to perform and land a quadruple-twisting triple backflip in international competition, a feat that pushed the limits of aerial skiing. Versatility set him apart; he competed in all three freestyle disciplines: aerials, moguls, and ballet. At just 19, he made his World Cup aerials debut and was on the podium two months later, finishing second. His breakthrough came the following year with a rare double victory in La Clusaz, France, winning both aerials and combined. Four years later, he returned to La Clusaz to capture double gold at the World Championships, still the only skier in history to win both aerials and combined at that event. Beyond the podium, Trace’s impact on freestyle skiing endured long after his competition days. He became a respected voice in sports broadcasting, covering the Olympics for NBC as well as global events for Red Bull TV and CBS Sports, sharing his passion and expertise with millions of viewers.