The Sloan Cup

Saturday March 9th – Giant Slalom Only

Family & Friend Dual Races

Free For All Participants!

Our final race of the season is open to all skiers and is designed to be a fun, community event!

Whether you're an experienced racer or just looking to have a good time, we invite you to join us for a day filled with food, music, and exciting races.

Sport your costumes or stylish retro gear, and give it all you've got! This event is for everyone—MARA athletes, friends, family, and all skiers. No registration required – Please see schedule below! Join us in making it a memorable end to the season!

MARA Racers

Free For All Participants!

Not Interested In Racing?

Actively enrolled MARA skiers are not required to race, and may choose to ski their regular training day. Note that coaches and peers may vary as many will be participating in the race.

Parent Volunteers

All 12W Youth Alpine MARA Parents are automatically signed up to volunteer on the race day corresponding to their athlete’s scheduled training, either Saturday or Sunday. You are still required to sign up to secure your role.

Parents must sign up for 2nd required volunteer day to fulfill volunteer requirements.

Volunteer Sign Ups

Entry & Eligibility

***All schedules are tentative and subject to snow and/or weather conditions***

Eligibility: Open to skiers ages 7 and up!

*** Helmets required ***

Entry Deadline: No deadline; Show up and dual your friends and family on the course!

Entry Fees: Free for all participants!

Full Race Day Agenda

March 9 Hosted at Mt. Ashland

Back To Back Runs – Lunch Hosted By MARA at 11:00, See Below:

Giant Slalom (dual runs back to back)

8:45 Athletes gather outside locker lodge

9:00-9:45 Lifts open, Course inspection

10:00am Approximate Race Start

11:00am Lunch: Food, drinks, and music provided at the Race Hut, located in the finish arena at the bottom of Winter

Awards: No ceremonies, join us as we celebrate all MARA skiers, coaches, parents & volunteers for an awesome 2025 season!

***All schedules are tentative and subject to snow and/or weather conditions***

Volunteers

All 12W Youth Alpine MARA Parents are automatically signed up to volunteer on the race day corresponding to your athlete’s scheduled training, either Saturday or Sunday. Sign Up To Secure Your Role Today. Parent Reminder to also sign up for 2nd required volunteer day

Sign Up For Your Second Volunteer Day

If positions are still available, visiting parents are invited to help with the race! If you are in need of a volunteer ski pass, please let us know ASAP. Mt. Ashland has limited ski passes available for MARA parent volunteers in need of a lift ticket. Please complete volunteer form so we can get your ticket reserved. If you anticipate being able to help, please email us or see MARA staff on race day.

Lift Tickets

***Lift prices are subject to change and are made by Mt. Ashland.***

In need of a lift ticket? All lift tickets are available for purchase from Mt. Ashland.

Visiting racers get discounted lift tickets onsite!

Lift Tickets are available for purchase in the main lodge (next to the merchandise counter), or at the blue locker lodge kiosk.

Click Here To Purchase Your Lift Tickets Online

Waivers

Liability Release Agreement