2024 FIS Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe World Cup Copper Mountain: Preview, schedule, and how to watch live
With the World Cup season in full swing, the Copper Mountain halfpipe competition serves as a critical stepping stone for athletes preparing for the 2025 World Championships and the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games.
Freestyle Skiing
The FIS Freestyle Skiing World Cup returns to Copper Mountain, Colorado this week as part of the 2024 Toyota U.S. Grand Prix, with the world's best halfpipe skiers ready to dazzle under the Rocky Mountain sky. This iconic event, now in its 27th year, marks one of the highlights of the season, bringing together elite athletes for a thrilling showdown in one of the sport’s most challenging disciplines.
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the competition, including the full schedule and how to watch the action live.
Copper Mountain Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe World Cup Schedule
All times local (MT).
**Thursday, 19 Dec.**9:30 am - Women's freeski qualifications
11:55 am - Heat 1 - Men's freeski qualifications
2:10 pm - Heat 2 - Men's freeski qualifications
Saturday, 21 December
11:00 am - Women's and men's freeski finals
Skiers to watch at the FIS Freeski Halfpipe World Cup Copper Mountain
Women
Eileen Gu (CHN): The reigning Olympic champion continues to dominate the sport, combining elegance and explosive power. She leads the Halfpipe World Cup standings with 200 points after back-to-back victories at both Cardrona (New Zealand) and Secret Garden (People's Republic of China).
Cassie Sharpe (CAN): The two-time Olympic medallist has returned to competition for the first time in two seasons after becoming a mother, and is on a quest to regain the form that saw her earn gold at PyeongChang 2018 and silver at Beijing 2022. Sharpe is currently ranked 9th in the Halfpipe World Cup standings with 60 points, following on from her 4th-place finish at Secret Garden.
Hanna Faulhaber (USA): A Colorado native, Faulhaber has been steadily climbing the ranks in women's halfpipe, culminating with a gold medal at the 2023 world championships. The 20-year-old is preparing for her first competition of the season and will have a huge backing on her home turf that could propel her to a World Cup win.
Men
Alex Ferreira (USA): The two-time Olympic medallist continues to be a dominant force in freestyle skiing. Known for his technical precision and huge amplitude, Ferreira is a consistent podium contender. He’s currently ranked 1st in the Halfpipe World Cup standings with 160 points, following his strong performances at both Cardrona and Secret Garden where he placed second on both occasions. He'll have fond memories of this venue after winning the halfpipe contest in Copper Mountain last season.
Brendan Mackay (CAN): The 2023 world champion sits just behind Ferreira in the early stages of the 2024/25 campaign, thanks to a win in Cardrona and a fourth-place finish in Secret Garden. Mackay made his Olympic debut at Beijing 2022, finishing 9th, and appears to be on a mission to add a World Cup title to his impressive resume.
How to watch the Halfpipe World Cup Copper Mountain 2024
Fans around the world can tune in to catch all the action live. The event will be streamed on the FIS official website and available through various broadcasters depending on your region. For U.S. viewers, NBC Sports and Peacock will provide live coverage of the finals. Check your local listings for broadcast times and streaming options.