The cross country skiers of Ski & Snowboard Club Vail have earned the Colorado Cup once again this season.

The Colorado Cup tournament takes the results from eight races involving athletes 20 years of age and younger to determine which program in state has the best combination of depth and talent in the youth ranks.

“The cool thing about the Colorado Cup is whether you win as a U8 (under 8 years old) or a U18 (under 18 years old), the points are the same,” said Ski & Snowboard Club Vail coach Eric Pepper. “Everyone from the real young ones up to the older, more experienced kids, everybody can contribute.” …