Mark Tilston appointed GB Snowsport Alpine Director for 2026/27 FIS World Cup season
In this new role, Tilston will enable GB Snowsport to expand support to the Alpine system and create enhanced progression opportunities for British Alpine athletes
He will help strengthen performance oversight of the British Alpine team, enhancing alignment and delivery across the whole Alpine programme.
He will be responsible for supporting cohesion and performance direction across the Alpine pathway.
GB Snowsport is looking to build on the most successful period in the history of British Alpine skiing and to offer enhanced opportunities for progression through the pathway and to the top of the sport.
Dave Ryding waving goodbye at the end of his last Olympics. Image © Sam Mellish/Team GB
The appointment has been made possible as a result of the support of both the GB Alpine Foundation and Tenzing as Principal Partner of GB Snowsport’s Alpine programme.
Mark will carry out his role in addition to his existing commitments to Apex2100, where he serves as Academy Director.
In his work as GB Snowsport Alpine Director will take a comprehensive focus on the breadth of the British Alpine system, including all clubs, academies, and development pathways that support emerging British Alpine talent.
“More than a decade on from my last stint with the British team, I am delighted to be returning as Alpine Director,” said Mark Tilston.
“We’ve all seen the extraordinary journey that British Alpine skiing has been on over recent years, and the levels of talent and potential that exist within the team make this one of the most exciting jobs in international snowsport.
“I’m honoured to have been afforded this opportunity and can’t wait to get started.”
Mark Tilston, Image c/o GB Snowsport
“We are thrilled to welcome Mark to GB Snowsport, and are hugely grateful to Mark, Tenzing, and the GB Alpine Foundation for making this appointment possible,” said the GB Snowsport Chief Executive, Vicky Gosling OBE.
“Mark’s standing in Alpine skiing is unparalleled and I am confident we will benefit enormously from his expertise as we prepare for what promises to be another exciting season for British athletes at every level of Alpine skiing.
“We also appreciate Apex2100’s understanding in supporting Mark to undertake this role alongside his responsibilities to their Academy.”
Vicky Gosling, CEO GB Snowsport. Image © PlanetSKI
Mark Tilston career history:
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- 1999-2010 – Head Coach and Performance Director, British Alpine Ski Team
- 2010-2015 – Head Coach, Spanish Alpine Ski Team
- 2015-2020 – Executive Director, Whistler Mountain Ski Club
- 2020-2023 – Head Coach, Canadian Alpine Ski Team
- 2023-2026 – Men’s Alpine Head Coach, US Ski & Snowboard Team
- 2026-present – Academy Director, Apex2100
- 2026-present – Alpine Director, GB Snowsport
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