Words and Photos by: Jamie Walter
Its been a while since I last shot a major freeskiing event.
Fortunately, the forecast sounded much more optimistic when I woke up Saturday morning.
Torin Yater-Wallace checks out some of the rail features before dropping in during practice.
Blue skies begin to emerge as the first competitors of semifinals drop in.
Noah Morrison on the second booter.
The “launch pad.”
Alex Hackel, a good friend of mine who grew up skiing at Sunday River, was no exception.
Simon Dumont and John Symms were in the broadcast booth giving the spectators and live stream a play-by-play.
Alex Hackel showing what he has to offer right in front of the judge’s tower.
That was one of the more technical, creative rail lines we’ve ever seen."
The judges get together for a group photo.
Don’t worry, they worked hard too!
Its great to be on the other side of it for a change.
Joss Christensen couldn’t seem to put a run together and ended up placing 13th.
A crowd quickly gathers for a swag toss after finals wrapped up.
SImon stalled (and pleased) the crowd while waiting for the athletes to show up for awards.
Gus Kenworthy, the 2014 Dumont Cup champion.
Overall, this years Dumont Cup was one of the most enjoyable to date.
I look forward to seeing what next year brings!
