U.S. Biathlon is excited to engage its community to better understand areas of improvement and growth to move the organization forward together.
The community building project is meant to increase transparency between the organization and its community, bring perspectives from a variety of stakeholders, and work together to achieve sustained competitive excellence. This page will provide town hall recordings, informational updates, relevant documents, and more as we go through this process.
Please reach out to info@usbiathlon.org with any questions you may have!
U.S. Biathlon 2030 Plan
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Participants expressed different views about the information made available during the alliance process, but there was broad agreement that major decisions would benefit from earlier community involvement, clearer communication, and more visible follow-through.
Concerns were raised about the development pipeline, particularly the transition from junior to senior competition. The discussion included the roles of Project X and the National Development Team, resource constraints, and the need for sustained, long-term athlete support.
Members emphasized that clubs and regions have different needs and that solutions should be developed with local leaders rather than through a single national approach. Coach education, youth participation, club support, and broader access to the sport were identified as important foundations for long-term success.
The discussion acknowledged uncertainty surrounding USOPC funding and sponsorship revenue. Members encouraged U.S. Biathlon to diversify revenue, place more structure around fundraising, strengthen sponsor relationships, and engage community members who can contribute connections or expertise. It was also acknowledged that Bob Hall and other Board members have substantially grown U.S. Biathlon's fundraising capacity in recent years.
Participants discussed the need to maintain balance among the plan’s four pillars: growing the base, recruiting and developing talent, supporting world-class high performance, and strengthening organizational excellence. Olympic performance remains important, but members also emphasized the long-term investments necessary to build a healthy and sustainable sport.
Participants emphasized the need for greater transparency, accountability, and continued attention to organizational culture. While the point was raised, athlete representatives noted a marked improvement in this area, and stated a clear desire to move forward. Additionally, a commitment to continue reviewing items such as the Vestry Laight report and making continued strides in this area.
The meeting demonstrated that many members want to contribute their experience, time, and professional expertise. U.S. Biathlon needs clearer and more productive ways to connect that interest with organizational priorities.
Honor the team, the process, the person.
We honor each other, the process, and the pursuit of excellence by showing up prepared, being fully present, and treating others with dignity. Respect means listening deeply, communicating clearly, and creating space for everyone to thrive – because how we show up affects how others rise.
Clear eyes, full hearts, can’t lose.
True courage is not the absence of failure – it’s the strength to show up again and again. We face adversity with grit, push through discomfort, and commit to the process, even when it’s hard. We take pride in effort, reset with purpose, and persevere with integrity and our inner strength.
Curious. Courageous. Committed.
We are learners at every level, driven to innovate and improve. We embrace challenges, seek feedback, and step outside our comfort zones. Growth mindset means we value progress over perfection, stay open to change, and are relentless in the pursuit of becoming better – as athletes, teammates, and people.