“We’re here to develop skills and qualities that are relevant to the military. That often raises eyebrows but the sort of courage, teamwork, leadership, esprit de corps, fitness, and application is quite extraordinary.” 

In America we have Army vs. Navy college football. In Australia they have slope style snowboarding and skier-cross. Very cool to see members of the Australian Defence Force competing in the Inter-services Alpine Snowsports Championships (ADIISC) held in Perisher Valley.

Which branch of the U.S. Armed Forces would be the best in an alpine snowsports competition like this?

images from Australian Army Alpine Snowsports Association FB

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....