More records for Shiffrin – Mikaela Shiffrin had yet another huge week, sweeping both Giant Slalom and Slalom at Courchevel, France

In doing so, she hit the following milestones: Youngest racer to reach 50 WC victories, tied Alberto Tomba on the all–time win list, tied Marcel Hirscher’s record of 14 wins in a season and her 35 slalom victories ties the most ever for a woman.

She has won five consecutive races in four disciplines over the past 21 days.

Furthermore, Shiffrin now has a whopping 501 point lead towards the overall championship. Whew!

Christmas Camps – Both Independence and SARS will be hosting Christmas Camps this week. As you encounter all these young athletes training, remember that they are the foundation of the future athletes you’ll enjoy watching represent the USA every four years at the Olympics.

Final week for Junior Race Series sign-up – Fliers for the January Independence Junior Race Series are at the local ski shops.

This popular series features free coaching, lots of prizes, lots of kids and lots of fun.

Racers meet four Friday evenings in January from 5:30-7 p.m. No excuses; come join the fun. Historically we get an 80 percent participant return rate, so you better register now. Registration closes Jan. 1.

Forms can be found either at the Alpine Shop and Sandpoint Sports, or can be downloaded at www.independenceracing.com.