Squaw Valley offers winter sports fun Nov 20, 2009
"Freestyle skiers, more daring than standard-issue downhill types, are drawn to the challenge of Squaw. They see footage from Warren Miller movies or rent the cult classic "Hot Dog," shot at Squaw in the 1980s and feel compelled to pack the van and head up Interstate 80.One of Squaw Valley's main selling points, says Ernst Hager, a former general manager of the resort who once coached the U.S. Ski Team, is accessibility."Anybody who wants any type of a challenge will come to Squaw," says Hager,... (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Thumbs up! Vonn says thumb has healed well Sep 12, 2009
"I remember when I watched the Olympics and I watched Picabo Street, how inspirational she was to me. Hopefully, I can be that person, I can be a good role model and be someone that people can look up to."It's a lot of responsibility, but I look forward to it," she added. "I haven't really thought about what it's going to be like going into the Olympics, as far as that goes media and pressure. But I'm excited about the opportunity. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Olympic ski champ Picabo Street has baby boy Aug 16, 2009
Olympic champion skier Picabo Street has baby boy - More Sports - SI.com ... Olympic champion skier Picabo Street has baby boy ... (AP) -- Olympic champion skier Picabo Street has given birth to her second child, a boy. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Phillies' Myers misses rehab start Aug 16, 2009
Olympic champion skier Picabo Street has given birth to her second child, a boy. Dax Meyer Street Reeser was born in Birmingham, Ala. (Boston Globe)
Edwards named to U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame Jul 2, 2009
In addition to Edwards, the star-studded inductee list includes the 1992 men's basketball Dream Team, Michael Johnson (athletics), Picabo Street (alpine skiing), Willye White (athletics), Mary T. Meagher (swimming), Sarah Will (Paralympic alpine skiing), longtime men's gymnastics coach Abie Grossfeld, skiing veteran Andrea Mead-Lawrence and special contributor Peter Ueberroth. "Her individual contributions to the teams she played on and those teams' successes speak clearly to the the type of... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lakers confirm Bryant will be back Jul 2, 2009
The most decorated Olympic basketball player in the world, male or female, Teresa Edwards, track and field specialist Michael Johnson, Picabo Street, Willye White, Mary T. Meagher, Sarah Will, longtime men's gymnastics coach Abie Grossfeld, skiing veteran Andrea Mead-Lawrence and special contributor Peter Ueberroth round out the rest of inductees who will be honored on August 12 in Chicago. A five-time Olympian, Edwards captured four gold medals and one bronze. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Amezaga to get left knee reevaluated Jul 2, 2009
Steadman is known for his work with Olympic skiers like Bode Miller and Picabo Street, but he has helped athletes in all sports, from basketball's Kobe Bryant to football stars Terrell Davis and John Elway to tennis legend Martina Navratilova. Steadman is also familiar with baseball players as he examined New York Mets outfielder Carlos Beltran's bruised knee on Tuesday. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Slam dunk! Dream Team earns spot in Hall of Fame Jul 1, 2009
Joining the Dream Team are Michael Johnson, the only man to win gold in the 200 and 400 meters at the same Olympics; Picabo Street (skiing); Teresa Edwards (basketball); Mary T. Meagher (swimming); and Willye White (athletics). Skiier Sarah Will is the Paralympic inductee. (MSNBC -- Sports)
'Dream Team' to be inducted into U.S. Oly HOF Jul 1, 2009
The class, which also includes Michael Johnson, Picabo Street and Peter Ueberroth, will be formally announced Wednesday morning and inducted Aug. 12 in Chicago. The other inductees are: Teresa Edwards (basketball); Mary T. Meagher (swimming); and Willye White (athletics); skier Sarah Will (Paralympian); Abie Grossfeld (coach, gymnastics); and Andrea Mead-Lawrence (veteran). (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Check out the 206 U.S. Olympic Hall of Famers and vote for 2009 inductees! May 2, 2009
A gold-medal winner in super-G in 1998 and a silver medallist in downhill at the 1994 Olympics, Picabo Street was also the first American to win a World Cup season title in a speed event. Getty Images. (MSNBC -- Sports)
'92 Dream Team Nominated For Olympic Hall Of Fame May 1, 2009
The star-studded nominee list of 15 individuals, five teams and five Paralympians includes Olympic legends such as Teresa Edwards, Gary Hall, Sr., Michael Johnson, Picabo Street and more. The finalists were unveiled today at an event headlined by Allstate chairman, president and chief executive officer, Tom Wilson, along with USOC acting CEO Stephanie Streeter, Chicago 2016 chairman and CEO Patrick Ryan, and U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame member John Naber. (Tarheelblue.com)
Dream Team leads Hall of Fame nominees Apr 17, 2009
The other individual nominees are: Greg Barton, canoe/kayak; Jeff Blatnick, wrestling; Valerie Brisco-Hooks and Willye White, athletics; Tracie Ruiz-Conforto, synchronized swimming; Teresa Edwards, basketball; Gary Hall Sr. and Mary T. Meagher, swimming; Sheila Young Ochowicz, speedskating; Darrell Pace, archery; Terry Schroeder, water polo; John Smith, wrestling; Picabo Street, alpine skiing; and Peter Westbrook, fencing. The other teams nominated are: the 1976 women's 400-meter freestyle... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Nominees Announced for 2009 U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame, Presented by Allstate Apr 17, 2009
The star-studded nominee list of 15 individuals, five teams and five Paralympians includes Olympic legends such as Teresa Edwards, Gary Hall, Sr., Michael Johnson, Picabo Street, the 1992 Men's Olympic Basketball Team, and more ... Greg Barton, canoe/kayak Jeff Blatnick, wrestling Valerie Brisco-Hooks, athletics Tracie Ruiz-Conforto, swimming Teresa Edwards, basketball Gary Hall, Sr., swimming Michael Johnson, athletics Mary T. Meagher, swimming Sheila Young Ochowicz, speedskating Darrell Pace,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
• COLUMN: Here's the word on the Street Apr 10, 2009
COLUMN: Here's the word on the Street You don't say By Steve Crump This is the 15th anniversary of the Lillehammer Winter Games in Norway, where Picabo Street won her first Olympic skiing medal. So whatever happened to the earth girl from Triumph who astonished everyone by becoming a world-beater. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Skiing: Aubert wins last slalom of the year Mar 14, 2009
Her consecutive downhill titles matched Picabo Street in 1995-96. It marked her fourth straight World Cup super-G victory. (International Herald Tribune)
Opinion: Vonn is the anti-Bode Mar 13, 2009
"You never know how you'll handle something until you get there. But the nice part about my situation is I have my husband (former U.S. skier Thomas Vonn) to keep me in line. It's a huge difference, believe me. My mind never wanders too far, and if it does, well, Tom is always around.''There's no arguing with results. Those who say the 24-year-old Vonn is the best female skier America has ever produced, childhood hero Picabo Street included, also suggest she can contend for the title of best... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Vonn adds super-G title to season's many feats Mar 13, 2009
Her consecutive downhill titles matched Picabo Street in 1995-96. It marked her fourth straight World Cup super-G win, following her victory at the World Championships last month at Val dIsere, France. (MSNBC -- Sports)
• Racers turn out to 'Classic' SV ski event Mar 12, 2009
Ski Education Foundation alumni include Olympic medalists Picabo Street and Christin Cooper and X Games champions Reggie and Zach Crist - all who volunteer as pros for the Janss race when they can. Clint Eastwood and his wife Dina, former "Candid Camera" co-host, have raced in the Janss. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Overall, Vonn's performance is unmatched Mar 12, 2009
"It's really a special moment in my life," said Vonn who, at 24, has displaced Tamara McKinney and mentor Picabo Street as the greatest woman racer in US history. "I give my whole life for the sport and to be able to win something like this for a second time in a row - it means a lot to me."It's why I work hard, it's what I live for and it's special to have been able to put my own mark in the history books," Vonn said.Of her bandaged thumb, injured on the glass of a celebratory champagne bottle,... (Boston Globe)
Vonn wooshing toward Olympic dream Mar 12, 2009
Phil Mahre and Tamara McKinney did so in the early 1980s, Picabo Street in the 1990s, and Bode Miller in the early part of this century, although his well-documented 2006 Winter Olympics implosion more than compensated for his positive achievements. Otherwise, it's been a steady diet of Klammers and Zurbriggens and Seizingers, athletes from the majestic, sky-scraping heart of Western Europe, where they created both the mountains and the sport, and would be pleased to tell you all about it. (USA Today -- Sports)
Taking aim at Games Mar 5, 2009
Vonn, who is also on track to repeat as overall World Cup champion, equaled the feat of her friend and mentor, Picabo Street, who won downhill titles in 1995 and '96. New heights Ryan St. Onge put down two of his best jumps of the season yesterday to win the gold medal in aerials at the Freestyle World Championships in Inawashiro, Japan. (Boston Globe)
Vonn captures fourth straight super-G win Mar 2, 2009
She also moved into contention for the super-G trophy a day after clinching the downhill title, joining her idol, Picabo Street, as the only Americans to win back-to-back titles in the discipline. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Lindsey Vonn wins super giant slalom in Bulgaria Mar 2, 2009
On Saturday, Vonn became only the second American after Picabo Street to win back-to-back downhill titles. Related Articles. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Vonn matches Picabo with another downhill title Mar 1, 2009
Lindsey Vonn matches Picabo Street with downhill double - More Sports - SI.com ... Vonn matches Picabo Street with World Cup downhill double ... American Picabo Street grabbed her downhill titles in 1995 and 1996. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Vonn leads strong dayfor U.S. in winter sports Mar 1, 2009
By finishing 12th in the downhill at Bansko, Bulgaria, Vonn matched Picabo Street as the only Americans to win the discipline two straight years. Street achieved the feat in 1995 and 1996. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Vonn matches Street's mark Mar 1, 2009
Lindsey Vonn joined Picabo Street yesterday as the only Americans to win consecutive World Cup downhill championships. The 24-year-old Vonn clinched her second straight title by finishing 12th at a race in Bansko, Bulgaria, to match the feat achieved by Street in 1995-96. (Boston Globe)
Ligety wins World Cup giant slalom Mar 1, 2009
BANSKO, Bulgaria (AP) Lindsey Vonn grew up idolizing Picabo Street. Now Vonn has matched her skiing hero, joining Street as the only American women to win the World Cup downhill championship twice. (Helena Independent Record)
Vonn, Miller taking divergent trails Feb 26, 2009
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What's Up, G? Feb 17, 2009
Even if you don't care what G stands for, the ad tickles your curiosity: "Is that Picabo Street?" you can't help but ask yourself. "I think that's Picabo Street." Before you know it, you're running up Gatorade's YouTube numbers. (Slate)
Vonn wins 2nd gold Feb 10, 2009
" Adding to her two silvers at the last worlds in Are, Sweden, two years ago, Vonn tied Tamara McKinney for the U.S. women's record of four career medals at the world championships. Vonn also matched her childhood hero Picabo Street, who won the downhill at the 1996 worlds in Sierra Nevada, Spain. Another American, Hilary Lindh, won in 1997 in Sestriere, Italy. "Picabo has always been my huge idol," Vonn said. "I don't know all the records. People are telling me randomly the records that I'm... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Vonn conquers nerves, downhill Feb 10, 2009
His presence helped her top the blazing run put down by carefree Swiss teenager Lara Gut and match childhood idol Picabo Street as downhill world champion. "Yesterday, when we had a cancellation, I was waiting at the top and my nerves were out of control," Lindsey Vonn recalled. (Boston Globe)
Vonn earns second gold with downhill win Feb 10, 2009
" Adding to her two silvers at the last worlds in Are, Sweden, two years ago, Vonn also tied Tamara McKinney for the U.S. women's record of four career medals at worlds. Vonn also matched her childhood idol Picabo Street, who won the downhill at the 1996 worlds in Sierra Nevada, Spain. Another American, Hilary Lindh, won in 1997 in Sestriere, Italy. ALSO ON THIS STORY"Picabo has always been my huge idol," Vonn said. "I don't know all the records. People are telling me randomly the records... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Downhill favorite Vonn facesSwiss challenge Feb 7, 2009
Vonn has a more recent national tradition to emulate: her childhood idol Picabo Street was downhill queen at the 1996 worlds at Sierra Nevada, Spain, and Hilary Lindh followed up the next year at Sestriere, Italy. As reigning world champion, Paerson is defending the last of the three titles she won in Are two years ago. (MSNBC -- Sports)
