Weekend Program

List of 4 members.

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  Justin Clark 

  Freestyle Weekend Program Manager

  Bio

  Coach Justin Clark has been deeply connected to Sugarloaf and the Eastern Freestyle community since the mid-90s. He spent multiple seasons coaching in Eastern Freestyle, serving in both head coach and assistant coach roles, where he developed a strong reputation for helping young athletes set meaningful goals and progress with confidence.
  
  After stepping away from skiing for a period of time, Justin returns with renewed passion, a fresh perspective, and a genuine desire to contribute to the continued growth of our programming. His background combines hands-on coaching experience with industry knowledge gained through his time in the University of Maine at Farmington’s Ski Industries program. During his time at UMF, he was recognized for his leadership in helping to bring the UMF Ski Team back—an important acknowledgment of his commitment to the sport in Maine.

   

  Off the hill, Justin enjoys staying active, exploring the outdoors, and connecting with the skiing community that has shaped much of his life.
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  Kyle Hildebrand 

  Alpine Youth Program Director, Head U14 Alpine Coach, Alpine Weekend Program Director

  Bio

  Coach Kyle Hildebrand brings a lifelong devotion to ski racing and athlete development to his new role as Alpine Youth Program Director. With a strong commitment to both performance and individual growth, he strives to unlock skiers' athletic potential while fostering a lasting connection to the sport.
  
  A product of the Sugarbush/GMVS weekend program and a 1996 graduate of Green Mountain Valley School, Kyle extended his competitive career with two post-graduate years before attending Bates College, where he was a four-year member and captain of the ski team.
  
  At Bates, Kyle distinguished himself as one of the program’s most successful alpine skiers. A three-time NCAA All-American, he earned two career victories and two runner-up finishes, including second place in slalom at the NCAA Championships as a sophomore. In 2001–02, he served as team captain and qualified for his fourth NCAA Championship, finishing 11th in slalom. His collegiate career culminated with the Dr. Lloyd Lux Award, recognizing his outstanding contribution, dedication, and leadership in athletics.
  
  Building on a standout college skiing career, Kyle has carried his competitive spirit into coaching, where he continues to shape and inspire the next generation. He has worked with athletes through ELITEAM, coached Olympic lifting at CrossFit Stamford (2012–2020), and served as a coach at US Elite Camps in Copper Mountain (2022, 2023). At Windham Mountain Club Racing, he led as Co-Head U14 Coach (2021–2022, 2023) and U12 Coach (2020–2021), helping guide young athletes through crucial stages of their development. Most recently, Kyle contributed part-time to the U16 program at CVA during the 2024/25 season. Kyle brings formal qualifications as a USSA Level 200 Certified Coach and USSA Referee.
  
  With a steadfast belief in continuous growth, Kyle is excited to guide the next generation of alpine skiers at Sugarloaf. He aims to build momentum within the program by creating a fun and challenging team culture that helps athletes progress on and off the snow. He values “clear expectations and open, consistent communication with athletes, families, and fellow coaches,” and sees Sugarloaf as the perfect training ground: “one of the premier race venues and ski areas in the country.” Above all, he says, “Skiing is a lifelong sport, and my goal is to help develop passionate athletes who not only strive to compete, but also cultivate a true love for skiing.”
  
  His experience and values closely align with the mission of Carrabassett Valley Academy. Kyle is no stranger to the Sugarloaf and CVA community–his wife, Megan (Friend), is a CVA alumna who also came up through the weekend program, and their two sons currently attend the Academy. When he's not on the mountain, he can often be found on the water or a motorcycle, and often sharing a laugh with lifelong friends.
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  Patrick O'Rourke 17

  Ski Cross Weekend Program Manager

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  Jonathan Warren 

  Snowboard Weekend Program Manager

  Bio

  Jonathan started snowboarding in 1987. During a time when the local ski hill did not allow snowboarding, he made his way to Sugarloaf. Jonathan is no stranger to CVA. By 1992, while attending Kents Hill School, he trained and traveled with the CVA Weekend Program as a student-athlete, and was competing at various events in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Jonathan attended National Championships for both USASA and US Ski and Snowboard during his competitive years.
  
  As an undergraduate, Jonathan wrote and taught the curriculum for the UMF Ski Industries Program. He then moved on to coaching at CVA for four years at multiple levels including the Head Freestyle coach. Jonathan left CVA to explore other roles in the ski industry while being employed at Sugarloaf for over twenty years. His roles at Sugarloaf Mountain included Parks and Pipe Manager, Rental Shop Assistant Manager, Burton Retail Shop Manager, and Ride On Shop Manager. During his time as a Sugarloaf employee, Jonathan continued his relationship with CVA in various roles in support of the Snowboard Weekend Program. 
  
  Jonathan's vast and diverse knowledge and experience of the snowboarding industry spans decades. He holds a level 100 USASA coaching credential and a level 200 U.S. Ski & Snowboard credential.
  
  Jonathan lives in Kingfield with his wife Selina and his two boys Lorenzo and Rocco. If they are not snowboarding, you can find them on the mountain bike trails or skateboarding at the AGC or in their backyard.