U.S. Alpine Ski Team Names Men’s Head Coach

The U.S. Alpine Ski Team has officially named Phil McNichol as the men’s alpine head coach, effective immediately.

McNichol returns to the U.S. Ski Team alpine program with decades of elite international coaching and leadership experience. From 2002–08, McNichol served as head coach of the Stifel U.S. Ski Team during one of the most successful stretches in the history of the men’s World Cup program. In his tenure from with the team, McNichol helped seven different athletes gain podium finishes, with the men’s team finishing second in the Nations’ Cup standings on two separate occasions.

Most recently, McNichol served as alpine director for Alpine Canada from 2019-2022, helping bring success to both the men’s and women’s programs.

“I'm incredibly excited to welcome Phil’s leadership back to the men’s team,” said Borgen Family Alpine Director Sasha Rearick. “He’s a true team builder who creates an environment where athletes and staff can grow both individually and together as a high-performing group. Phil brings a genuine care for people, great energy and a lot of fun to the daily process of getting better.”

Known throughout the alpine community for his athlete-centered leadership style, McNichol has built a reputation for fostering high-performance cultures grounded in trust, collaboration, accountability and strong relationships.

“I’m incredibly honored to return to the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and support these athletes in their pursuit of excellence and world-class performance,” said Phil McNichol. “U.S. Ski & Snowboard has built tremendous momentum, and I’m excited to help contribute to the next chapter by creating an environment where athletes and staff can thrive and perform at their best.”

As men’s alpine head coach, McNichol will work closely with coaches, athletes and support staff to continue strengthening the U.S. men’s alpine program and pursue sustained success on the World Cup stage and beyond.