Ski Jumping
Yet It’s True: Unbelievable Plans for Alexander Stoeckl’s Future
February 26, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Former sports director for ski jumping and Nordic combined within the Polish Ski Association, Alexander Stoeckl, has revealed his future plans. Following public criticism sparked by Adam Małysz’s remarks on his management, Stoeckl is now temporarily leaving ski jumping to focus on his company, Life Performance Coaching AS, which he founded with his partner.
Polish Ski Jumper in Limbo: To Survive, He Must Work Part-Time at a Tavern
February 26, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article profiles Mateusz Gruszka, a promising Polish ski jumper facing a harsh reality after recovering from a serious injury. Despite his talent and strong performances at national events, financial and structural challenges force him to work part-time and rely on limited club support to compete internationally.
Hüttel to Put Ski Jumping Planning 'to the Test'
February 26, 2025 / Sport1
DSV Sports Director Horst Hüttel announced a thorough review of the planning strategy for ski jumping following a renewed decline in form among the German athletes. Citing disappointing results after an initially promising start, Hüttel plans to reassess individual preparation and season planning ahead of the World Championships in Trondheim, while recalling past successes under coach Stefan Horngacher.
Shortly Before the World Championship Kickoff – Strike Forces a Change of Plans for Kraft and Co.
February 26, 2025 / krone.at
A planned strike at Munich Airport has forced Austrian ski jumper Stefan Kraft and his team to rearrange their travel plans ahead of the Nordic Ski World Championships in Trondheim. While Kraft, a three-time individual world champion, is compelled to fly earlier than planned, the cross‐country skiing team remains unaffected by the disruption.
Polish Ski Jumping Team Faces Tough Times: 'Questions Arise in Our Minds'
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article features Polish ski jumper Paweł Wąsek discussing the challenges within the national ski jumping team. In an interview for the program 'Misja Sport', Wąsek expresses complete confidence in coach Thomas Thurnbichler’s plan, while also acknowledging the mental pressure and media exaggeration that arise following disappointing competitions, particularly in Oberstdorf and Zakopane.
Sad Forecast for Poland. 'We Can Only Count on Surprises'
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy
Polish experts in ski jumping – including former Olympians and coaches Edward Budny and Kazimierz Długopolski – predict little success for Poland at the World Championships in Trondheim, expecting only pleasant surprises. They particularly point to improvements by Dawid Kubacki, while noting that despite the talent of all athletes, challenging weather conditions may favor other nations.
Adam Małysz Received a Blow from Norway – His Move Criticized
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article discusses a controversy in Polish ski jumping where Adam Małysz faced severe criticism from Norwegian voices. It details the fallout surrounding the resignation of Alexander Stoeckl from the Polish Ski Association following public criticism and highlights comments by former Norwegian ski jumping manager Clas Brede Brathen regarding the communication culture within the organization.
Paweł Wąsek is ill before the World Championships: 'It hit me hard and I’m suffering'
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Polish ski jumper Paweł Wąsek has revealed that he is battling a cold in the days leading up to the World Championships in Trondheim. Despite feeling weakened by symptoms such as a sore throat, Wąsek remains confident that his condition will not negatively affect his performance at the upcoming international event, having already managed some short training sessions after his earlier competition in Sapporo.
Fell in Form – Is the World Championship a Chance? The Season’s Biggest Ski Jumping Mystery
February 25, 2025 / Krone.at
German ski jumper Pius Paschke, after a season of early successes with six World Cup victories, has experienced a dramatic decline in performance. Once dominating his rivals, his sudden loss of form led to his exit from the German World Cup squad, and his coach now hopes that the upcoming World Championship in Trondheim will offer a chance for a comeback.
The Whole World is Talking About Kamil Stoch. One Big Surprise
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Kamil Stoch’s omission from the World Championships in Trondheim. Despite being one of the most decorated ski jumpers of the last 15 years, Stoch was not selected by coach Thomas Thurnbichler, a decision that has stirred strong reactions from fans and international media, notably from Croatia.
For the First Time in 20 Years Without Kamil Stoch: World Championships Begin
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Poland’s ski jumping team sets off for the World Championships in Trondheim amid historic changes – for the first time since 2005, star jumper Kamil Stoch will not participate. Instead, a new generation including Paweł Wąsek, Aleksander Zniszczoł, Jakub Wolny, Dawid Kubacki and Piotr Żyła has been chosen based on strong World Cup performances, while on the women’s side, favourite Nika Prevc leads a squad that also features Anna Twardosz, Pola Bełtowska, and Nicole Konderla. The article reviews past glories in Trondheim and highlights the challenges and opportunities ahead for Polish athletes in ski jumping, cross-country events, and Nordic combined.
Unexpected Problems for Top Ski Jumper Just Before the World Championships!
February 25, 2025 / Przegląd Sportowy Onet
Top ski jumper Stefan Kraft is facing an unusual setback just before the World Championships in Trondheim. After returning from Sapporo with ongoing back pain, Kraft has now suffered an odd mishap when a neighbor’s cat attacked him, forcing him to undergo treatment. Despite these issues, his impressive record, which includes 13 World Championship medals, means he remains a formidable contender.