PSIA-AASI Official Supplier Phunkshun Wear’s “Design Your Winter” wearable art contest winners were announced today.
Sarah Manning, an Alpine Level II instructor who teaches at Northstar, in North Lake Tahoe, California, was named the “People’s Choice” winner, and Heidi Goodwin an Alpine Level II and Telemark Level I instructor who teaches at Mammoth Mountain Sports School, in Mammoth Lakes, California, was named the “Phunkshun Wear” winner.
PSIA-AASI Members’ Creativity on Display
Now in its third year, this interactive competition creates a unique opportunity for PSIA-AASI members to show off their creativity while celebrating snowsports and the wonders of winter. Each submission lets snow pros vie for the chance to create lasting apparel pieces for their fellow snow pros to rock on the slopes.
“We’re thrilled to see the return of the Phunkshun Wear PSIA-AASI Art Contest for its third year,” said Phunkshun Wear CEO Jay Badgley. “It’s inspiring to witness the incredible artistic talent of our instructors and to provide a platform that showcases their creativity for the entire membership to enjoy.”
Known for its eye-catching, high-quality, outdoor friendly facemasks, neck tubes, and other accessories for outdoor enthusiasts, Phunkshun Wear’s products are perfect for instructors because of their protection from the elements and ease of use.
“The national office was quick to embrace this initiative from the start and has been incredibly supportive throughout,” Badgley said. “Their enthusiasm and commitment to fostering creativity within the PSIA-AASI community have been instrumental in bringing this project to life. We’re grateful for their continued backing, which has helped elevate the contest and made it a truly special annual event.”
The contest features cash prizes, Phunkshun Wear products highlighting the award-winning artwork, and the chance to be showcased at PSIA National Academy in Big Sky, Montana, in April.
The contest’s other finalists were:
Anna Glenn, Northstar, California
Justine Waggett, Monarch Ski & Ride School, Colorado
Theresa Denner, Great Divide Snowsports School, Montana
Calleigh Crowley, Solitude Snowsports Academy, Utah
Jen Byyny, Beaver Creek Ski & Snowboard School, Colorado
Katherine Lozancich, Berkshire East, Massachusetts
Madeline Thompson, Palisades Tahoe, California
Donald Peters, Labrador Ski & Snowboard School, New York
You can shop for Phunkshun Wear products in the PSIA-AASI Shop and via our Pro Offers page.