Nordic Combined is the ultimate winter sport — requiring the thrill of ski jumping and the grit of cross-country skiing.

How It Works

The Jump

Athletes launch themselves off a massive ski jump, soaring the length of a football field at speeds up to 60 mph.

The Score

Judges award points for style and distance, with longer jumps and cleaner technique earning higher scores.

The Chase

The jumping results determine starting positions for the cross-country race. Athletes push their physical limits to catch and beat the lead skier.

The Finish

First across the finish line wins it all, the ultimate athlete gains the top spot on the podium.

Getting Started in Nordic Combined

Nordic Combined is an exciting sport that welcomes athletes of all ages. Most athletes start between ages 5-12, but it's never too late to begin!

Training facilities and clubs can be found across the United States, with major centers in:

Lake Placid, New York
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Park City, Utah
Anchorage, Alaska

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A Legacy of Excellence

Born from Norwegian military training in the 1800s, Nordic Combined competitions began as a test of the best skiers since the first Holmenkollen Ski Festival in 1892.

Nordic Combined was included in the first Winter Olympic Games in 1924, and the US's recent success shows the promise for the sport in the future.

2010: Historic breakthrough at Vancouver Olympics with 4 medals (1 gold, 3 silver)
2016: Silver medal at Youth Olympic Games
2018: Bronze medal at FIS Junior World Championships
2024: Women's program reaches new heights:
- Two silver medals at FIS Junior World Championships
- Two US women ranked in World Cup Top 25
2024: Three US men achieve Top 30 World Cup rankings

Critical Moment for Nordic Combined

The Sport Needs Your Help

Nordic Combined in the United States is facing unprecedented challenges:

Funding: Loss of essential training and coaching funding
Equality: Only Olympic sport without women's competition
Future: Risk of removal from the 2030 Olympic program

How to Help

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