We are pleased to announce Christian Nichols as “The Unofficial Pick” for this week. Â Every Monday from January to April, Â IFSA andUnofficial Networks will feature an athlete, freeride program, or coach who earns their mark in the competition sport of big mountain freeskiing.
Athlete Name: Christian McLean Nichols
Freeride Program & Head Coach:Â Ski & Snowboard Club Vail, Garrett Scahill
Garrett Scahill, Ski Club Vail –Â Â “Christian is passionate, determined, humble, goal oriented, a team leader and a motivator. Â He is one of the best athletes I’ve had the opportunity to coach. ”
Nicknames:Â Nips
Age:Â 18
Years skiing:Â 15
Highlights:Â 5th at 2011 JFT Grand Targhee, 6th at 2011 Canadian Open
Favorite Skier: Â Tyson Bolduc and Scott Wagner
Favorite Run:Â Abrahams in East Vail
What would you buy for $50?  Cat skiing at Silverton
What do you eat for breakfast? Â One egg cheese thang
What’s your gear? Liberty Skis, Flylow Gear, Discrete Headwear
Other hobbies? Â Lacrosse, backpacking, golf, wakesurfing, and biking
Bad habits? Â Watching too many ski videos when I should be doing homework
Goals for 2012: Â Get back on the podium, avoid deploying my airbag, and get accepted to the United States Air Force Academy
Any Scars? 5 scars on my face, and 1 scar on my wrist
Who do you want to high five? Â Seth Morrison
