His brother, Marius Eriksen, Jr. (19222009), was an alpine skier and during World War II became a fighter ace in the Royal Norwegian Air Force. His comment as I took my turn, Vunderful! Sami Long Kopelman Eriksen celebrated his 80th birthday December 2007 in Deer Valley. His passion for skiing touched hundreds of thousands of people. Prior to joiningDeer Valley Resort, he was involved in the development of the then Park City Ski Area, nowPark City Mountain. Same with the way he skied. He didnt have to do it, but he smiled kindly, briefly put his arm around my shoulders for the photo and left me feeling very happy. He was most closely tied to Deer Valley Resort, where he served as director of skiing for more than 35 years. Eriksen was born Dec. 11, 1927, in Oslo. He was preceded in death by son Stein Jr. Graham writes for Associated Press; AP sports writer Andrew Dampf in Italy contributed to this report. Stein off the bowl wall, was pure ,and style. Stein Eriksen (11 December 1927 27 December 2015) was an alpine ski racer and Olympic gold medalist from Norway. I was about 10. Store norske leksikon), "Red Dog Reddish hired as Sun Valley mentor", Stein Eriksen, skiing pioneer, dies at 88 in Park City home, Olympic champions in alpine skiing men's giant slalom, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Stein_Eriksen&oldid=1095303237, Alpine skiers at the 1948 Winter Olympics, Alpine skiers at the 1952 Winter Olympics, Sports-Reference template missing archive parameter, Articles using sports links with data from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 27 June 2022, at 16:08. His skill earned him two Olympic medals and three world championship golds; his technique made him a superstar. Eriksen rose to prominence at the 1952 Winter Olympics in his hometown of Oslo when he captured gold in the giant slalom and silver in the slalom. RIP thank you for all you gave to the ski community well done. "His influence in the ski industry and at this resort was infinite, and his legacy will always be a fundamental aspect of Deer Valley," said Bob Wheaton, Deer Valley president and general manager. He captured gold in giant slalom and silver in slalom in the 1952 Winter Games in Oslo. [] City with both world cup gold medals and gold and silver Olympic alpine ski medals to his name. The cause was not disclosed, but Mr. Eriksen was hospitalized in 2013 for neurological symptoms. His health had weakened after a skiing accident in 2007. Eriksen was 88. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I was smitten. You can learn more about the history of Deer Valley Resorthere. RIP., Tiger Shaw, president of the U.S. He nodded and we proceeded. Prior to achieving his three World Championship titles, Eriksen immigrated to the United States in 1953 with a hankering to share and spread skiing around America. If you're feeling frisky, lock your knees together, keep your chest level, and try to emulate the joy and grace that Eriksen embodied. (Eric Schramm/Deer Valley Resort via AP), Chicago cop shot on Southwest Side: official, Aurora woman sentenced to eight years in prison for drug-induced homicide, Kathy Lynch, owner of Kouts clinic, found guilty of tax evasion by federal jury, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. Shortly after his success in the 1952 Olympics, Eriksen moved to the United States where he lived until his death. "We're thinking of Christian Eriksen, his family and @DBUfodbold tonight. Great fun with a true Gentleman, and Sportsman. I guess thats why he went to the U.S. and got on the pro [tour]. His death was confirmed by Deer Valley Resort, where Eriksen served as director of skiing for more than 35 years. 1 ski hotel in the world. Or as Jansrud said, flawless.. 2015, at his home in Park City, Utah. Eriksen passed away in his home in Park City at the age of 88 in 2015. Stein Eriksen, the legendary alpine skier whose revolutionary technique and distinctive style made him a founder of modern skiing, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at his home in Park City, Utah surrounded by family. It's unclear what caused Eriksen to randomly collapse. Hes a legend, Norwegian World Cup racer Kjetil Jansrud said. For example, he is quoted as saying, "Be tough, be confident. Advertisement. "He's a world-class human being, which in turn made him a world-class skier," Lessing Stern, owner of Deer Valley Resort, said in a phone interview. Family (1) Spouse Franoise (1980? I remember when Stein was building his house in Park City. RIP. Eriksen passed away Sunday at his home in Park City, Utah, at age 88. "It's sad that he's gone, but he had a lot of cool experiences in his lifetime and I'm guessing he was blessed and happy with what he accomplished," said Norway's Aksel Lund Svindal, who won Olympic gold, silver and bronze at the 2010 Vancouver Games. The cause was not. Just an incredible combination of talents. The Stein Eriksen Ballroom is the largest on-site venue and offers panoramic views of Deer Valley Resort's mountains. Everyone was totally stunned at the news that Stein was going to come to Boyne. "He was doing what he loved. "He did a back flip every day at noon in Park City until he was like 80 years old," Jansrud said. [3] His parents were Marius Eriksen (18861950) and Birgit Heien (19001996). He died Sunday at his Park City home, at age 88. When he won the gold medal, he became the first Olympic champion in alpine skiing who didnt grow up in the Alps. Store Ski Shop and Blizzard Ski Club, brought Stein to the Twin Cities, many times . Lexi is a freelance (skilance) writer and social media manager who also runs the nonprofit International Freeskiers & Snowboarders Association, organizing over 80 competitive freeride skiing and snowboarding events. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our, This 2004 photo provided by the Deer Valley Resort shows former Norwegian skier Stein Eriksen. Eriksen rose to . But you will never be a whole and happy person if you aren't humble". In the late 1960s, Mr. Eriksen came to Utah, where he helped transform Park City into a popular center for winter sports. I asked him are you Stein Eriksen and he replied yes. At the 1952 Oslo Games, Eriksen won the giant slalom by almost two seconds. Mary Jane could throw at me. He was 88. He taught skiing at Sugarbush, Vt. 1952 Olympian Stein Eriksen. JSN. Its been a while.I hope this video explains how I feel towards all the messages, letters, mails, flowers, thoughts and everything else Ive got! In 2001, Olympian and world champion skier Stein Eriksen and his wife, Francoise, posed next to the newly unveiled bronze statue of Eriksen titled "Come Ski With Me." "His passion for skiing touched hundreds of thousands of people. I met Stein in 1962 at Aspen Highlands Ski area.He had a ski school and store.He also taught ski lessons.My father Charles Pitts was part owner at Aspen Highlands along with Whip Jones. The midfielder suffered a cardiac arrest in Denmark's Euro 2020 opener against Finland last. I followed Stein around the town, bar hopping to try to get my newer copy of his book signed. Stein was the first skier from outside the Alps to win an Olympic men's Alpine gold medal. When I was a boy in the 1960s, Steins son, Churchill, lived with me in Williston Vermont where we both went to school at Overlake Day School and on the weekends Stein would pick us both up and we would head out to Waitsfield and spend the weekend with Stein, skiing and Sugarbush and playing games in his house, on the white polar bear rug with the head attached. We first met Stein at Sugarbush, and really tried to use his comma position. May God bless you, your family, and your exceptional staff at the Lodge. Hi, Two years later, he won three gold medals at the world championships in Are, Sweden. To think, my whole life, he told the Deseret News in 2002, all Ive done is play around in the snow!. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. A modest champion, he declared, "I had a great advantage over most of the others because I knew the course by heart." Four days later, he added a silver medal in the slalom. Ski and Snowboard Assn., said in a statement that Eriksens legacy will live on in the ski racers of today and in the sport he loved so much.. I was ten. longtime director of skiing at Deer Valley Resort, in, Leah Hogsten | 2001 Tribune file photo . Montreal Quebec Canada. Four days later, he added a silver medal in the slalom. Ski Team made Park City their permanent headquarters in 1974. Or as Jansrud said, "flawless.". Stein Eriksen next to his statue at the base of Deer Valley in 2002. Took some years. Stein was phenomenaldefinitely the most stylish tail-roper Id ever had! Eriksen was born 11 December 1927, in Oslo. He died on December 27, 2015 in Park City, Utah, USA. He was so stylish and graceful that he was called Fred Astaire on skis. FOOTBALL fans were horrified to see Danish attacking midfielder Christian Eriksen collapse on the pitch in a Euro 2021 game against Finland. Photo Locals' Knowledge Never caught up. 5. In 1948, both brothers were members of Norways Olympic ski team. Then I made the mistake in mentioning that his Swedish hockey team was doing great in the winter Olympics.he just smiled at us. For a full biography see the January-February 2016 issue of Skiing History. Obviously many people loved you. We feature great posts about skiing at Deer Valley from incredible local authors. RT @stein_hajo: GLCKWUNSCH an alle Franzosen und Italiener In Frankreich und Italien wachen die Menschen auf und forderten gestern den Austritt aus der NATO. His skiing was something to behold. Actually, my only real concern as a boy, he told Salt Lake Citys Deseret News in 1991, was deciding which sport I would pursue.. His technique epitomized skiing of that era: legs glued together, torso almost perpendicular to the fall line, arms steady with hands in front. The gold medalist is selling a 40-acre property that incorporates Norwegian style, from the built-in daybed to colorful cabinets. He came to be recognized as something of a Nordic mountain god, always competing bareheaded to allow the sun to gleam off his luxuriant blond hair as he sped downhill. As an up-and-coming racer, Jansrud was once invited to Eriksen's house -- along with the rest of the Norwegian team -- and regaled with story after story. CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN has revealed he DIED for five minutes following his horrific collapse at Euro 2020. I am a Norwegian and I had lunch with him a few time, he was grate guy, I watch race in Norway in 1952 not to far from were I lived then and it was fun see him ski, he is still my hero. People who saw him at the top of his form marveled at his ability. He taught skiing at Sugarbush, Vermont. According to a Deer Valley release, Eriksen even earned the Knight First Class honor in 1997, which was awarded by the king of Norway for outstanding service in the interest of his country. Two years later, he won three gold medals at the world championships in Are, Sweden. The spokesman tweeted: "Following the medical emergency involving Denmark's player Christian Eriksen, a crisis meeting has taken place with both teams and match officials and further information will be communicated at 19:45 CET. References [ edit] Eriksen died at his home in Park City on Dec. 27. When his brother returned from the war, a 23-year-old captain in the royal Air Force, he resumed his own ski training. Stein Eriksen Youth SportsOpportunity Endowment. So stylish and graceful on the slopes, the Olympic champion helped usher in modern skiing. Stein Eriksen, seen here in 1969, won gold and silver slalom medals for Norway in the 1952 Winter Olympics. He didnt wear a hat over that thick head of hair. Stein, you are my biggest hero! Thank you for all the pic.twitter.com/0uvmvsn5D8. Before long, he stood atop the Winter Olympic podium in 1952 with a silver medal on his neck for slalom and a gold for his winning giant slalom run. He made turns look so easy and so elegant. Saw him again at Snowmass, enjoyed our chat. Ski legend Stein Eriksen at age 81 in his home in Park City in 2009. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Love you , Ted Blacklidge, Michigan. Sie haben im Gegensatz zum deutschen Michel erkannt, wer der wahre Feind aktuell ist. Knees finally gave out. "His celebrity charisma created a special ambiance whether within the Lodge, our restaurant or out on the mountain, that was warm and inviting," said Dennis Suskind, the president of Stein Eriksen Lodge. A private memorial will be held for family followed by a celebrationof Steins life, details of which will be forthcoming. RIP. "It was weird because I didn't expect people to send flowers - because I died for five minutes. So stylish and graceful on the slopes -- he could even perform impressive tricks -- the Norwegian great helped usher in modern skiing. Spring Skiing, News Leah Hogsten | The Salt Lake Tribune Stein Eriksen, the patriarch of freestyle skiing, died Dec. 27 after a fantastic and colorful U.S. career that began locally at Boyne Mountain and Hickory Hills. T, Leah Hogsten | The Salt Lake Tribune History comes alive The one for me I sent to you for display in Deer Valley. I wanted his autograph but all I had was a little bar napkin. For most of us, even the great ones, skiing seemed to be a muscular, difficult thing, skiing writer Nicholas Howe wrote in 1990, recalling that he first saw Mr. Eriksen in action in 1953. knees together and leaning forward. After a long illness, Stein's father died in 1950, just as Stein was emerging as the world's finest alpine skier. He died Sunday at his home in Park City, Utah. The charismatic Eriksen became the face of the sport and portrayed it in a new, exciting way. In April of 2015, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Utah Sports Commission. The blond-haired, blue-eyed Norwegian was a ski god. shadowing Mr. Eriksen during his legendary afternnon sessions. My wife later corrected me and said that Stein was Norwegian. ", News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Eriksen, a well-known figure in the skiing . His death was confirmed by Deer Valley Resort, where Eriksen served as director of skiing for more than 35 years. Inrecognition of his pioneering spirit and contribution to the early development of the ski industry,Stein received the Pioneer Award from the Intermountain Ski Areas Association (ISAA) in 1998. He died Sunday at his home in Park City, Utah. Winter 1962 . Eriksen opened up on the incident during a candid interview with Danish TV channel DR 1, revealing his heart stopped for five minutes. In this file photo, 1952 Olympian Stein Eriksen, then 81, was eager to take to the slopes again in his 38th winter in Utah. Soon after Eriksen's death, four-time World Cup overall champion Lindsey Vonn posted on her Twitter account: "Stein was a legend in skiing. Leah Hogsten | 2001 Tribune file photo I had heard about athletes who had faded after their big victories and had not been happy with themselves or with life in general, he told People magazine in 1988. Stein was frequently sought out by the thousands of skiers to which he taught the sport and wasalways happy to stop for a visit and a photo. Each one was a pleasant and memorable experience. But on this one odd occasion that I went to the library I stumbled on a book called Ski Racing (Advice by the Experts), and I was enthralled by the advice, photos, diagrams, technology and other info I found there, including several quotes and photos of the Great Stein Eriksen throughout the book. Eriksen is survived by his wife of 35 years, Francoise, son Bjorn, three daughters, Julianna, Avaand Anja and five grandchildren. ", Eriksen's "celebrity charisma created a special ambiance whether within the Lodge, our restaurant or out on the mountain, that was warm and inviting," said Dennis Suskind, president of Stein Eriksen Lodge, in the resort's statement. Mr. Eriksens first three marriages, to Merrill Ford, Garvene Hales and Jerry Sue Von Hagen, ended in divorce. social media account Never got their but came close. So much so that he became an honored member of the U.S. "That's my goal and it's still some time away. We hope Heaven has powder days every day! View our online Press Pack. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. He then became director of skiing at Deer Valley, where he served in the role for more than 35 years. FOR THE RECORD: In an earlier version of this article, a photo caption said Deer Valley Resort is in Colorado. I was sad to learn that he has passed, but glad that he had such a long life. "That was a beautiful thing set up by Stein Eriksen's family," Ekroll said. He was an actor and writer, known for Ski with Stein (1965), Outdoor World (1967) and Ski Champs (1951). But it's my dream to come back. On Dec. 8, 2001, Olympian and world champion skier Stein Eriksen and his wife Francoise, Leah Hogsten | 2001 Tribune file photo . The U.S. ski team has made Park City its headquarters since 1974. He was 88. "His influence in the ski industry and at this resort was infinite and his legacy will always be a fundamental aspect of Deer Valley," said Bob Wheaton, Deer Valley president and general manager. Where to Dine, Shop & Play on Park City's Main Street - Click Here, The Different Sides of Deer Valley Resort - Click Here, From Turkey Chili to Gooey Warm Cookies | An Interview With Jodi Rogers - Click Here. 1952 Olympian Stein Eriksen. May his soul rest in peace, I met Stein at Streeter and Quarles at their Ski shop in Place Ville Marie in Montreal. Locals' Knowledge In the early 1950s, he developed a new method of making turns, called the reverse-shoulder technique, which enabled him to slice through the gates of slalom and giant slalom races with breathtaking speed. According to a Deer Valley release, Eriksen even earned the Knight First Class honor in 1997 by His Majesty the King of Norway as a reward for outstanding service in the interest of his country. He and Stern shared a vision for creating the most luxurious ski resort in the country, and the beautiful mid-mountain Stein Eriksen Lodge was named in his honor. As an instructor, Mr. Eriksen was known for his disciplined approach and his engaging personality. The charismatic Eriksen became the face of the sport and portrayed it in a new, exciting way. Eriksen had been hard at work perfecting a new turning technique called the reverse-shoulder. His desire to develop an internationally-renowned luxury hotel, which now bears his name, is located mid-mountain at Deer Valley Resort, where he served as Director of Skiing for more than 35 years. Photo by Leah Hogsten | The Salt Lake Tribune "He was a real friend and will be missed.". In this file photo, 1952 Olympian Stein Eriksen, then 81, was eager to take to the slopes again in his 38th winter in Utah. A modest champion, he declared, "I had a great advantage over most of the others because I knew the course by heart.". "Stein Eriksen, Olympic champion who helped popularize skiing, dies at 88", "Skiing Icon honored by the New England Ski Museum", ''Stein Eriksen'' (Rolf Bryhn. "He was doing what he loved. He was such an inspiration, in fact, that he became an honored member of the U.S. Stein was such an incredible and gracious man with his time for others. Eriksen died in December of 2015 at 88 years old. Where gravity was concerned, Stein seemed to have choices not open to the rest of us.. Wherever he went, Stein would captivate skiers with his gravity-defying aerial tricks and maneuvers. I found the information in the computer about his passing. I crossed paths with Stein Eriksen on a number of occasions. From 1956to 1958, he was ski school director for Heavenly Valley, California, having previously served inthe same position at Boyne Mountain, Michigan from 1954 to 1956. \ [1], Eriksen won the gold medal in the giant slalom at the 1952 Winter Olympics, which was held in Oslo, Norway. Ron Pitts [5], It is said that Eriksen was skiing's "first superstar", since he was handsome, stylish and charismatic. At one point, only his left hand was in contact with the snow, but he called on his early training as a gymnast to regain control, get back on his feet and complete the race. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame in 1982, one of the many awards and accolades he received in his lifetime. What a gentleman. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame in 1982, one of the many awards and accolades he received throughout his lifetime. In 1981 Edgar Stern hired Eriksen on as the Director of Skiing while making moves to establish Deer Valley Resort. He became an honored member of the U.S. He made turns look so easy and so elegant. While he was at Boyne he was friendly and down to earthplayed ping pong with all the kids. He later went to Deer Valley. Skiing on the sly helped Eriksen to secure a nomination to the 1948 Norwegian Olympic Team. The Official Blog of Deer Valley ResortWelcome to our blog! His death was announced by Utahs Deer Valley Resort, which he helped found in 1981 and turn into one of the countrys premier destinations for winter sports. Eriksen died Sunday at, Photo by Leah Hogsten | The Salt Lake Tribune [2] Following his racing career, he was a ski school director and ambassador at various resorts in the United States. rea, Dresser, Wi Stein Eriksen was born in Oslo, Norway in 1927. Mike Leavitt on hand to declare "Stein Eriksen Day. Its important to remember that as he cascaded down the hill with effortless fluidity, blonde hair flowing, he was sporting stiff and narrow skis with no sidecut and little flex with ankle-topping leather boots. ", About that hair, it was always styled just right. There were also stops in Heavenly Valley, Calif., and Boyne Mountain, Mich., before settling in Deer Valley. Powder People, Video People want to watch him. His piercing blue eyes and signature Norwegian sweater were as impressionable as his passion for skiing. sltrib.com 1996-2023 The Salt Lake Tribune. Why on one occassion there were just two of us on the lift in mid-February I cannot explain. On Dec. 8, 2001, Olympian and world champion skier Stein Eriksen and his wife Francoise pose next to the newly unveiled bronze statue of Eriksen titled "Come Ski With Me." ", "Stein has been an integral part of the Deer Valley family since the resort's inception and his presence on the mountain will be profoundly missed," said Bob Wheaton, Deer Valley president and general manager. The midfielder suffered a cardiac arrest in Denmark's Euro 2020 opener against Finland last June. His death was confirmed by Deer Valley Resort, where Eriksen served as director of skiing for more than 35 years. A crowd gathered at the entrance of Snow Park Lodge to honor Eriksen, with then-Gov. Eriksen, 29, has thanked all those who helped save his life - as well as their loved ones. There were also stops in Heavenly Valley, California, and Boyne Mountain, Michigan, before settling in at Deer Valley. His status was enhanced by his spectacular forward somersault, an aerial maneuver credited asthe forerunner of the inverted aerials performed by freestyle skiers today. He then climbed the ranks of ski instructors at Boyne Mountain in Michigan in 1954, eventually landing a management position before heeding the siren call to head west and retire from competitive skiing. I would see him regularly skiing as he skied by on the left edge of the runs in his light blue ski suit. At the 1952 Winter Olympics in his native Oslo, Mr. Eriksen was leading the giant slalom when his skis went out from him near the finish line. Eriksen said he was grateful for the continuing attention. A crowd had gathered at the entrance of Snow Park Lodge to honor Eriksen. He died Sunday at his home in Park City, Utah. Photo by Leah Hogsten | The Salt Lake Tribune Marius Eriksen competed in the 1912 Olympic Games as a gymnast. Then-Gov. He even owned his own shop in Aspen, Colo., in addition to being the ski school director. Why you must ski Stein's Way in Deer Valley - SnowsBest, Deer Valley Resort to be Acquired by Newly Formed Resort Company and Joined with Intrawest, Mammoth Resorts, and Squaw Valley Ski Holdings, Legendary Skier Stein Eriksen Passes Away, Newly Formed Resort Company Completes Acquisition of Deer Valley Resort. "It had an impact on so many people and they felt the need to let me and my family know. He made a good name for the city of Utah. Still, he said I did well and encouraged me to keep at it, which had me beaming, coming from the great ski racing legend Stein Eriksen. In 2013 for neurological symptoms copy of his form marveled at his home in Park City in 2009 a. 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