USA Luge

06/19/2026

A big thank you to Billy Eklund of Eklund Farm Machinery and Massey Ferguson for stopping by USA Luge Headquarters today!

Thank you for providing a tractor for our raffle. Proceeds from the raffle will help support USA Luge programs and provide opportunities for athletes at all levels.

Don’t forget to purchase your tickets on usaluge.org for a chance to win a Massey Ferguson tractor while supporting the future of USA Luge!

Thank you, Billy and the entire Eklund Farm Machinery and Massey Ferguson team, for your continued support and friendship 🇺🇸🛷

06/10/2026

Olympic medalist Ashley Farquharson had the opportunity to take part in the Dow Pro-Am ahead of this week’s Dow Championship in Midland, Michigan.

The Dow Championship is the LPGA Tour’s only official team-format event, bringing together 144 of the world’s best golfers to compete in 72 two-player teams for a $3.3 million purse. The tournament combines world-class competition with a strong commitment to community impact, charitable giving, and regional growth throughout Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region.

A big thank you to Dow for the invitation and for supporting opportunities that connect athletes across sports. We’re excited to see the action unfold this week! ⛳️

06/10/2026

USA Luge is deeply saddened to announce the passing of longtime race official Peggy Mousaw at the age of 66.

Peggy’s passion for the sport of luge was unmistakable, right down to her personalized “USLUGE” license plate. A dedicated member of the luge community for decades, she first became involved in the sport as a competitor in the Masters division before turning her attention to officiating.

After retiring from competition, Peggy began serving as a race official in 2009 and earned certification from the International Luge Federation (FIL) in 2012. Over the next 15 years, she became a familiar and respected presence at races, known for her commitment, professionalism, and love of the sport.

In recognition of her service, Peggy was awarded the FIL Code of Honor in Silver on June 8 for her 15 years of dedication to the international luge community. She was also honored with the 2018 John Jenkins Sport Passion Award for her volunteer work as a race official and office assistant with USA Luge.

Beyond her officiating duties, Peggy served on the USA Luge Race Committee and generously gave her time to numerous events, including Dmitry’s Feast of the Peaks, the annual fundraiser benefiting the Shipman Youth Center and supported by USA Luge.

Outside of luge, Peggy was a highly respected municipal consultant whose firm served communities throughout St. Lawrence County and across New York State. She took great pride in operating a New York State Certified Women-Owned Business and served as Chair of the State University of New York Potsdam Local Government Conference.

Peggy’s dedication, generosity, and enthusiasm touched countless athletes, officials, volunteers, and friends throughout the luge community. Her contributions to the sport and the people around her will not be forgotten, and she will be greatly missed 💔

06/09/2026

𝗘𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗜𝗟

The 74th Congress of the International Luge Federation (FIL), held in Berchtesgaden, brought together delegates from 35 countries to shape the future of the sport.

🇱🇻 𝗘𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘀 was re-elected as FIL President for another four-year term, reaffirming his commitment to leading international luge through its next chapter.

The Congress also confirmed key leadership positions, including:

🇺🇸 𝗗𝘄𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗹 as Secretary General
🇩🇪 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝘄𝗮𝗯 as Vice President Marketing
🇮🇹 𝗔𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻 𝗭ö𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿 as Vice President Technology

Among the newly elected officials:

🇦🇹 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲gger becomes Vice President Alpine Luge
🇦🇹 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 elected Vice President Finance
🇩🇪 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝘀-𝗝ü𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗞ö𝗵𝗻𝗲 elected Vice President Sport Artificial Track
🇺🇸 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗻 and 🇨🇳 Xing Shuo elected as Executive Members

The Congress also recognized the outstanding contribution of 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗼 (𝗨𝗦𝗔), awarding her Honorary Membership and the FIL Diamond Medal of Honor after 28 years of service to the federation.

06/08/2026

Congratulations to three outstanding members of the USA Luge family who were recognized at the 74th FIL Congress for their remarkable dedication and service to the sport of luge.

💎 Claire DelNegro was awarded the FIL Honor in Diamond for an extraordinary 36 years of service to the International Luge Federation (FIL). As she retires from her role with the FIL, Claire was also named an Honorary Member, recognizing her lasting impact on the sport worldwide.

🏅 John Mowry received the FIL Code of Honor in Gold for 20 years of service and commitment to luge.

🏅 Peggy Mousaw received the FIL Code of Honor in Silver in recognition of 15 years of service to the sport.

We are proud to celebrate Claire, John and Peggy and grateful for their dedication, leadership, and countless contributions to the growth of luge. Thank you for everything, and congratulations on these well-deserved honors!

05/29/2026

Innovation meets speed 🤝🏁🛷

Olympic medalist Ashley Farquharson, USA Luge representatives and Dr. Eric whirlpool bath at the NASCAR Partner Summit in Charlotte, N.C., where exciting progress was on display between two incredible partners — NASCAR and Stratasys.

The first NASCAR-printed model has officially come off the Stratasys printer, and testing is set to begin shortly. We’re excited to see how cutting-edge technology and collaboration continue to drive performance forward across sports.

05/26/2026

https://www.usaluge.org/usa-luge-tractor-raffle

05/08/2026

Today we celebrate the incredible career of Tucker West as he announces his retirement from competitive luge after more than a decade representing Team USA at the highest level.

A three-time Olympian, Youth Olympic gold medalist, World Cup winner, record-setting starter, teammate, mentor, leader, and friend — Tucker’s impact on USA Luge goes far beyond results sheets and finish times. From becoming one of the youngest U.S. Olympic luge athletes ever to inspiring the next generation of sliders, Tucker helped shape the future of American luge.

Known for his explosive starts, relentless work ethic, and passion for the sport, Tucker leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire athletes for years to come. Most importantly, he showed what it means to represent USA Luge with heart, resilience, and dedication.

Thank you, Tucker, for every start, every run, every comeback, and every moment you gave to this sport. We can’t wait to see what’s next —but you’ll always be part of the USA Luge family 🇺🇸🛷🫂

05/08/2026

Charlotte this weekend!

Heads up race fans — we’re headed to Charlotte Motor Speedway this weekend for the White Castle Slider Search 🏁❄️

Send some good vibes as we try explaining an ice sport in NASCAR country 🤣

If you’re nearby, come hang out, learn about luge, and please share this post to help us bring a big crowd out for the event 🙌

Sign up here- https://www.usaluge.org/try-luge/slider-search

05/04/2026

USA Luge has announced the 2026 Teams 🇺🇸 🛷

The roster features 12 Olympians and builds on an incredible season that included 10 medals, 38 top-10 World Cup finishes, and a historic Olympic bronze from Ashley Farquharson at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games.

From veteran leaders to rising talent across singles and doubles, these teams blend experience with the next generation. A strong group of younger and developing athletes, along with competitors across all levels, will look to gain valuable international experience and make their mark alongside seasoned teammates.

Congratulations to all athletes named to the Teams - especially the younger athletes and those stepping up from other levels. This is just the beginning, and we’re excited to see what’s ahead 👏

USA Luge also says thank you to four-time Olympian Tucker West, who has announced his retirement after an incredible career representing Team USA on the world stage 🇺🇸 More details to come.

There’s a lot to look forward to this upcoming season 👀 🧊