We are pleased to announce Anna Suszynski as “The Unofficial Pick” for this week. Every week from January to April, IFSA and Unofficial Networks will feature an athlete, freeride program, or coach who earns their mark in the competition sport of big mountain freeskiing.
Athlete Name: Anna Paulina Suszynski
Freeride Program & Head Coach: Ski & Snowboard Club Vail; Head Coach Garrett Scahill
“Anna came to us two years ago and was a perfect addition to our team. She has a smooth and aggressive style and is not afraid to go big. Her positive energy and passion for the sport makes her a role model for the team.” Garrett Scahill
Nicknames: Anna Banana, Sushi
Age: 17
Years skiing: 10 years
Highlights: 2nd at JFT Crested Butte 2011, 5th at JFT Grand Targhee 2011, 5th overall JFT 2011, 4th JFT Grand Targhee 2012
Favorite Skier: Henrik Windstedt
Favorite Run: Lover’s Leap with fun pow
What would you buy for $50? concert tickets
What do you eat for breakfast? coffee and Eggo waffles
What’s your gear? Rossginol skis, Full Tilt boots, Poc helmet, Smith goggles, Hestra gloves, Mammut jacket, Arcteryx pants
Other hobbies? Soccer, swimming, music
Bad habits? I can’t keep my car clean
Goals for 2012: Podium on the tour and try something new on the mountain
Any Scars? scarred for life by the Vail Big Mountain team
Who do you want to high five? Yao Ming… I’ll need a ladder