FRENSTAT, Czech Republic (Aug. 30) – Nita Englund (Iron Mountain, MI) soared to a career best international FIS Cup finish, capping a two-event weekend with a third place finish in Frenstat on Aug. 30. Englund was fourth a day earlier. Nina Lussi (Lake Placid, NY) was fifth both days as the two Visa Women's Ski Jumping Team athletes had a strong weekend. The field included 23 athletes from five countries.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Top Finish: Nita Englund (Iron Mountain, MI) was third and fourth in a pair of FIS Cup ski jumping events in Frenstat, Czech Republic.
- What it means: Englund's podium was her first ever in an international FIS Cup.
- Sidebar: First event for new traveling coach Vasja Bajc, a native of Slovenia.
- Next up: Continental Cup in Trondheim, Norway at the end of September.
QUOTES
Nita England
I am very happy with this weekend. The hill was challenging in a good way and was a great start to our training camp. The FIS Cup helped me build my confidence and prepare me for more challenging competitions. Nina is one of the best teammates to have, because she is motivational and positive. Vasja is a great fit as the new U.S. travel coach, due to his unique insights on the ski jump. I am excited to be coached by him the rest of this summer and upcoming winter.
Nina Lussi
Although I really enjoyed the experience here in Frenstat, I was not 100% satisfied with my jumping. However, it was great spending time with our male American counterparts. Having our competitions together definitely added to the overall morale. I am very excited about our new coach and the connection to Slovenia―I know this will beneficial for future success. Even on this trip we had ski service assistance and help from the Slovenian men's coach in tailoring our suits. I look forward to working hard alongside Nita and Vasja. This is just the start of many great things to come. We make an excellent team!
RESULTS
Friday, Aug. 29
Saturday, Aug. 30
