Kings & Queens of Corbet’s is Back! Jackson Hole is About to Get Rowdy!

Get stoked, skiers & shredders! After a hiatus last year, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) is bringing back the legendary Kings & Queens of Corbet’s competition, and this year it’s gonna be bigger, badder, and more epic than ever before. With over 200 inches of pow already dumped and more on the way, the stage is set for some serious hucking at Corbet’s Couloir from Feb 8-16, 2025.

This isn’t your average comp; it’s a showcase of raw talent, fearless creativity, and straight-up sending it. This year marks a major milestone with the introduction of separate ski and snowboard categories, ensuring that each discipline gets its due respect. And to sweeten the deal, JHMR is throwing down a $50,000 prize purse!

The Roster: A Who’s Who of Ski and Snowboard Royalty

JHMR is pulling out all the stops with an insane athlete lineup, including five past champions ready to defend their crowns and a gaggle of up-and-comers hungry for the throne.

Defending champs Colby Stevenson and Claire McPherson are back to prove they’ve still got the fire, while former Kings and Queens Karl Fostvedt, Piper Kunst, and Veronica Paulsen are hungry to reclaim their titles.

But the competition doesn’t stop there. The ski field is stacked with heavy hitters like Olympic bronze medalist Alex Beaulieu-Marchand and two-time X Games medalist Alex Hackel. On the snowboard side, four-time Olympian Sarka Pancochova and Freeride World Tour podium finisher Erika Vikander are ready to throw down, while Olympian Yuki Kadono, a Jackson Hole athlete, brings his big-air expertise to the mix.

Speaking of local talent, Victor, Idaho’s own Wyatt Gentry is ready to rip, bringing his unique style to the couloir. He’s no stranger to big air, with an IF3 Film Festival nomination to his name.

Here’s a closer look at some of the athletes:

• Colby Stevenson: This Monster Energy athlete is a slopestyle and big air guru. The 2023 King of Corbet’s, Olympic silver medalist, and X Games gold medalist.

• Alex Hackel: A creative urban freestyle skier with progressive moves.

• Alex Beaulieu-Marchand: From Quebec City, an Olympic bronze medalist looking to dominate Corbet’s.

• Yuki Kadono: Yuki Kadono, a six-time X Games medalist from Japan, is best known for landing the first-ever back-to-back 1620s in competition.

• Wyatt Gentry: A breakout star with multiple podium finishes, he brings local knowledge and big mountain prowess to the mix.

• Ulrik Badertscher: A pioneer in technical big air tricks. This Monster Energy athlete is one to watch!

What’s New This Year?

Besides the separate ski and snowboard categories, here’s what else you can expect:

• Equal prize money for men and women in both ski and snowboard categories.

• $5,000 bonus for the highest-scoring male and female in each discipline, earning them the title of King and Queen of Corbet’s.

• Livestream coverage on jacksonhole.com and complete coverage on the Resort’s website and Instagram channel (@jacksonhole).

How to Watch

Can’t make it to Teton Village? No worries! JHMR will be livestreaming the entire competition on jacksonhole.com. You can also catch the action on GoPro and Monster Energy’s YouTube channels. Plus, find complete coverage on the Resort’s website and Instagram channel at @jacksonhole.

Sponsors

This event wouldn’t be possible without the support of awesome sponsors like Monster Energy, Nature Valley, Coca-Cola, Sweet Protection, GORE-TEX, GoPro, Yeti, Smartwool, Mammut, Kiehl’s, Buff, and TurtleBox.

Stay Tuned!

The competition window is open from February 8-16, 2025, and the announcement of the official competition day will be made at 4:00 p.m. MDT the day before. Stay locked on jacksonhole.com/kings-queens-corbets for updates, athlete interviews, and behind-the-scenes content.

A Quick Word About JHMR

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is more than just a ski resort; it’s a family-owned mountain destination with a passion for enriching the lives of its guests, employees, and community. With 4,139 continuous vertical feet of legendary terrain and 2,500 acres of prime shredding, JHMR is a must-visit for any serious skier or snowboarder. And with a commitment to sustainability, running 100% of its operations on Green Power, you can feel good about supporting a resort that cares about the environment.

Get ready for some next-level hucking, mind-blowing tricks, and unforgettable moments as the Kings & Queens of Corbet’s return to Jackson Hole!

Athlete Bios and Sponsors

Skiers

• Colby Stevenson:

  • Hometown: Portsmouth, NH (Currently: Park City, UT)

  • Sponsors: Monster Energy, K2, Oakley, Skidoo, Alpina Watches, Davanza’s Park City

• Alex Hackel:

  • Hometown: Boston, MA (Currently: Salt Lake City, UT)

  • Sponsors: 1000 Skis, Peak Performance, DB Journey, Out of Optics, Everyman Jack

• Alex Beaulieu-Marchand:

  • Hometown: Quebec City, Canada

  • Sponsors: Orage, Volkl, Marker, Auclair

• Tim McChesney:

  • Hometown: Bozeman, MT (Currently: Alta, UT)

  • Sponsors: Faction, Julbo, Beringia

• Wyatt Gentry:

  • Hometown: Victor, ID

  • Sponsors: @salomonfreeski, @jacksonhole, @hestragloves

• Lalo Rambaud:

  • Hometown: La Clusaz, France

  • Sponsors: Line Skis, Mammut, La Clusaz, Smith

• Ridge Dirksmeier:

  • Hometown: Hailey, ID (Currently: Salt Lake City, UT)

  • Sponsors: @k2.skis, @reflexski, @dakine_ski

• Tristen Lilly:

  • Hometown: Bethel, ME (Currently: Salt Lake City, UT)

  • Sponsors: K2, Mountain Hardwear

• Piper Kunst:

  • Hometown: South Park, CO (Currently: Salt Lake City, UT)

  • Sponsors: @blizzard_tecnica, @sweetprotection, @arcteryx

• Veronica Paulsen:

  • Hometown: San Francisco, CA (Currently: Jackson Hole, WY)

  • Sponsors: @scottfreeski, @powder7, @elevenate, @backcountryaccess

• Claire McPherson:

  • Hometown: Fernie, BC

  • Sponsors: Salomon

• Ana Eyssimont:

  • Hometown: Littleton, CO (Currently: Salt Lake City, UT)

  • Sponsors: LINE Skis, Dakine, Giro, Blackstrap, Alta/Snowbird

Snowboarders

• Keegan Hosefros:

  • Hometown: Vermont (Currently: Lake Tahoe, CA)

  • Sponsors: @686, @romesnowboards, @donut_shoppe, @autumnheadwear, @woolfmerino

• Jack Wiley:

  • Hometown: Seattle, WA

  • Sponsors: @thirtytwo, @romesnowboards, @dangshades, @coalheadwear

• Mason Lemery:

  • Hometown: Vermont (Currently: Oregon)

  • Sponsors: @686, @ridesnowboards, @girosnow, @rainier_beer, @monsterenergy, @autumnheadwear, @tactics, @nixon, @blackstrap, @one_mfg

• Yuki Kadono:

  • Hometown: Japan (Jackson Hole Athlete)

  • Sponsors: SIGNAL, OAKLEY, UNION Bindings, Crab Grab, BAL trainer, HYWOD

• Ulrik Badertscher:

  • Hometown: Hønefoss, Norway

  • Sponsors: @beyondmedals, @monsterenergy, @bataleonsnowboards, @torp_upgrades

• Windham Miller:

  • Hometown: Vail, CO

  • Sponsors: @academysnowboardco, @dc_snowboarding, @unionbindingco, @vonzipper, @oneindustries, @sun_powersports, @teamevs

• Sarka Pancochova:

  • Hometown: Czech Republic

  • Sponsors: @ikonpass, @nideckersnowboards, @zealoptics, @flowsnowboardn

• Cheryl Maas:

  • Hometown: Netherlands (Currently: Idaho)

  • Sponsors: @phieres_products, @forum_snow, @flyracing.snow, @deviantink

• Madison Blackley:

  • Hometown: Park City, UT

  • Sponsors: @romesnowboards, @airblaster, @dangshades, @deeluxeboots, @coalheadwear, @drinksaltt, @uintabrewing

• Erika Vikander:

  • Sponsors: @pictureorganicclothing, @nichesnowboards, @buff_usa, @dragonalliance, @backcountryaccess, @obseshmedia

• Ben Poechman:

  • Sponsors: @thenorthface, @k2.snowboarding, @smartwool, @autumnheadwear