• Race Date is January 21, 2012
• Click for Diane Golden Series packet of information.

The Golden Cup Series memorializes U.S. and World Champion skier Diana Golden and is intended to promote the sport of ski racing to disabled athletes on the East coast. The Series was started in 2003 in New England, and is named after Diana Golden Brosnihan who was an amputee and member of the US Disabled Ski Team from 1979-1982 and 1985-1990.

Originally from New England, Diana was influential and inspirational throughout her career. She passed away in 2001 from cancer and this race series is held in her honor. For more information about Diana Golden, see the DS/USA website www.dsusa.org/DianaGolden/bio.html

In 2008, the name was adopted by the western programs (Colorado, Utah, etc.). Diana Golden Level 1 Races are now being held across the country.

Level I racing is for everyone - any person with a disability may participate. Racers do not need to have any prior racing experience. The atmosphere is relaxed, and racers are encouraged to do their best, but most importantly, to have fun.

The race is designed as an entry-level competition and no USSA points will be given, nor is a USSA competitor's license required. The course will have 20-25 gates and will be an open Giant Slalom (similar to a NASTAR or J-IV course). The fastest combined factored time of two runs through the same course wins. The goal of the race is to introduce the sport to new racers and to offer an arena for improvement. Racers will, however, be disqualified for skiing through the course improperly. So as not to discourage participants, racers who are disqualified in the first run will be given the opportunity to take their second run, although the time will not count.

For more information about this event please contact The Bretton Woods Adaptive Program at (603) 278-3398 or info@brettonwoodsadaptive.org.