A former World Cup alpine ski racer from the United States, Alice Mckennis Duran.
Alice Mckennis Duran’s passion for skiing led her on the World Cup circuit and earned a spot in the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Alice McKennis, born and raised in western Colorado, embraced a childhood filled with skiing and horseback riding. Her passion for skiing led her to the U.S. Ski Team, where she excelled on the World Cup circuit and earned a spot in the 2010 Winter Olympics.
In the 2018 season, Alice displayed continued success, finishing fifth in the Olympic Downhill and third in the World Cup Downhill.
Post-retirement, Alice has embraced coaching at Ski and Snowboard Club Vail and serves as an Athlete Gift Officer for the US Ski & Snowboard team, contributing to fundraising and supporting fellow athletes.
Alice shared about:
- Her unique journey from growing up on a ranch near Glenwood Springs to becoming a professional ski racer.
- In 2014, she faced disappointment due to a severe injury before the Games. Despite trying to make a comeback, she realized she wasn’t in a position to compete at her best.
- McKennis-Duran’s resilience, both physically and mentally, as she navigated injuries and setbacks. After retiring from professional skiing, she pursued coaching and completed her college degree.