Iron Mountain Continental Cup Preview

IRON MOUNTAIN, Michigan, February 11, 2020- The historic Pine Mountain ski jump in Iron Mountain, Michigan will be on full display during this weekend’s Continental Cup. The venue has hosted a Continental Cup every year since 2004, making it a staple on the circuit. 

Athletes from all across the world will descend upon Iron Mountain this weekend. The home field advantage will boost a team of seven American’s looking to rise in the Continental Cup season standings. Highlighting this team is a young group including Andrew Urlaub (Eau Claire, Wis.), Casey Larson (Barrington, Ill), Decker Dean (Steamboat Springs, Colo.), and Patrick Gasienica (Spring Grove, Ill).

Urlaub has had his best season to date, notching a 4th place FIS Cup finish along with three top 30 COC finishes. 

Larson, a 2018 Olympian, finished 16th in last year’s event- leading the American team. 

Dean started the season on the World Cup, where he sustained a severe shoulder injury. He has returned from injury and posted solid results including two top 30 finishes on the FIS Cup. 

Gasienica, a member of last year’s World Championship team, has had a slower season than last but has shown success on the FIS Cup. 

An estimated 12,000 spectators will be in attendance enjoying far flights and a great atmosphere. USA Nordic partner Kodiak Cakes will be on hand serving fresh flapjacks hot off the stove to keep spectators warm and full. 

American Athletes

Andrew Urlaub (Eau Claire, Wis.)

Casey Larson (Barrington, Ill.)

Decker Dean (Steamboat Springs, Colo.)

Patrick Gasienica (Spring Grove, Ill.)

Greyson Scharffs (Park City, Utah)

Hunter Gibson (Fox River Grove, Ill.)

Nathan Mattoon (Eau Claire, Wis.)

Iron Mountain Continental Cup Schedule

Saturday, February 15

11:00 AM Trial Round

12:15 PM Opening Ceremony

1:00 PM Competition Begins

Sunday, February 16

11:00 AM Trial Round

12:15 PM Opening Ceremony

1:00 PM Competition Begins