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As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, U.S. Biathlon relies on the strength of its donor community, which supports nearly 20% of the organization’s annual budget. Building on the momentum of the last quad, we are doubling down and increasing our investment in grassroots growth, athlete pipeline development, and sustained competitive excellence on the world stage. Guided by our core values of respect, grit, and growth mindset, we are scaling our activities and expanding our efforts with the goal of reaching the Olympic podium in 2030 and helping Team USA lead the medal count in 2034. Thank you for being an essential part of the U.S. Biathlon family and for helping drive the future of our sport forward.
U.S. Biathlon’s grassroots programs are the heartbeat of the organization, growing the sport across the country every day. Through club programs, laser and electronic biathlon initiatives, and community “Try It” events, athletes of all ages and abilities are introduced to biathlon in accessible, engaging ways that build participation and passion for the sport.
U.S. Biathlon’s coaching development programs are helping build the next generation of leaders in the sport. Through initiatives like the Women’s Coaching Initiative and Shadow Coaching Program, aspiring coaches gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and education opportunities aimed at addressing the shortage of coaches in the U.S., particularly female coaches.
U.S. Biathlon’s Project X program strengthens the athlete pipeline by recruiting high-level cross-country skiers into biathlon. The program has helped launch some of the sport’s top American athletes, including Susan Dunklee and Deedra Irwin, while continuing to develop emerging talents like Margie Freed and Luci Anderson.
U.S. Biathlon continues to strengthen athlete support through expanded staffing, physiological testing, enhanced athlete and wellness initiatives, and a growing culture-centered environment. Additions like Annika Pasch, the development of team cultural values, increased financial support opportunities, and a broader staff network help athletes thrive both on and off the race course.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, our donor community supports nearly 20% of our annual budget, helping to fund the programs and initiatives in place to grow the sport of biathlon in the U.S.! Thank you!
Learn more about laser & electronic biathlon HERE!
Learn more about our 50 club programs, click HERE!
At all ages, the process of learning how to ski and shoot in biathlon is an exciting pathway to developing an outdoor, active lifestyle and sharp mental skills. U.S. Biathlon is committed to guiding athletes, coaches, and parents through their participation and learning in biathlon in a way that sets up every young athlete with the ability to reach their full athletic potential. The development pipeline can be entered at a variety of points, from grassroots to youth and junior, to collegiate and Project X.
U.S. Biathlon's Athlete Development Model provides a foundational framework for youth development - learn more HERE.
Learn more about the Project X program HERE.
Learn more about the educational opportunities through The Center HERE.
U.S. Biathlon's Project X Program actively seeks athletes with a record of fast XC skiing (primarily skating) who have not yet experienced biathlon at a high level. The goal is to introduce more top performing skiers to biathlon at an earlier point in their skiing careers so they can get a feel for it sooner and determine if it could be fit for them. Biathlon offers a tremendous amount of support to qualified athletes and can provide a very direct way to achieve one's international competition goals, including a chance for Olympic teams, by already having the ski speed to be internationally competitive!
Many of our best performing athletes over the years have grown up competing at a high level in U.S. Skiing Junior Nationals and NCAA skiing, finding biathlon after wrapping up their NCAA skiing careers, namely Susan Dunklee, Deedra Irwin, and more recently, Margie Freed and Luci Anderson!
Learn more about Project X HERE!
Learn more about the Women's Coaching Initiative HERE!
Learn more about the Shadow Coach Program HERE!
From the Basic Rifle Safety Course to coaches and officials education, The Center has it all! Join over 2,500 members who use The Center as their biathlon education hub. Click HERE to learn more!
U.S. Biathlon Team Doctor Brett Toresdahl and Team Athletic Trainer and Medical Coordinator Annika Pasch, have led the creation and execution of U.S. Biathlon's health promotion plan, prioritizing athlete health and wellness both in and out of season. An ode to the work they have done, the World Cup team saw just 1% of starts missed this season from minor illness or injury, a decrease of 11% from the 2024-25 season!
Hear from Annika Pasch about all things health and wellness in season 6 of the U.S. Biathlon Heartbeat Podcast!
U.S. Biathlon also adopted three core values: respect, grit, and growth mindset. Spearheaded by the athlete representatives, the greater group of athletes, staff, and coaches developed these core values that define what it truly means to be a part of our community and to shape a shared team culture rooted in excellence.
Learn more about our organizational values HERE.
Charlie Kellogg Award - The Charlie Kellogg Award is given annually to developing athletes who distinguish themselves through outstanding progress over the season.The award includes a training grant of $1,000 made possible by Michael Martin and the Kellogg family to honor Charlie’s legacy as Biathlon's first US National Champion and his extraordinary leadership as a Board Member who cared deeply about developing athletes.
Walter G. Williams Endowment Fund Grant - The Walter G. Williams Endowment Fund Grant, created by the Williams Family, honors Walter’s contributions to biathlon as the first president of the U.S. Biathlon Association following the organization’s separation from Pentathlon. This award recognizes junior development athletes who distinguished themselves through outstanding progress.
Making history for U.S. Biathlon, the mixed relay quartet of Maxime Germain (Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, FRA/National Guard Biathlon), Campbell Wright (Wanaka, NZL/Waiorau Nordic Skiing), Deedra Irwin (Pulaski, WI/Army World Class Athlete Program), and Margie...
Following a successful inaugural year of the Women’s Coaching Initiative program, U.S. Biathlon is pleased to announce the expansion of this year’s program to include three returning and five new female coaches. The program is rooted in a commitment to...
As part of the International Biathlon Union’s (IBU) Biathlon 4 All campaign, U.S. Biathlon has hosted Laser Biathlon Try-It events all over the country, with more to come this season. The program aims to grow the interest of biathlon at the grassroots ...
The 2025-26 season showcased continued progress and depth across the U.S. Biathlon youth and junior pipeline, with athletes gaining valuable international racing experience in Latvia, Finland, and Germany this winter. From the IBU Junior Cup and Junior...
Listen on Spotify!From cross country skiing and running to ice hockey, sport has always been a big part of Minnesota native Annika Pasch’s life. Today, she’s added biathlon to her repertoire with the responsibility of managing health and wellness for t...
The US Biathlon Project X Program is intended for high level cross-country ski racers with a history of top 10 performances at Junior Nationals, NCAA, and SuperTour skate races. Click HERE for more information on Project X.Margie Freed grew u...
