(Park City, UT) — USA Ski Jumping is excited to announce the addition of two new coaches to its national program. Daniel-André Tande has been named Men’s Continental Cup Coach, while Karl Vegard Andersen joins as Assistant Coach for the Women’s Team.
Tande, a two-time Olympian, brings with him more than a decade of international competition experience. He captured Olympic gold with Norway in the team event at PyeongChang 2018, a Ski Flying World Championship gold medal the same year, and earned six World Cup victories and 12 podium finishes. Tande was also a leader among the athletes during the early years of the Norwegian–USA Ski Jumping partnership, helping build collaboration between the two nations. His move into coaching marks a new chapter in his career, one where he will guide the next generation of U.S. athletes at the Continental Cup level.
Andersen brings a wealth of experience to the women’s program after years of involvement in ski jumping, both as a competitor and coach. He previously served as a coach at NTG in Lillehammer, one of Norway’s most respected sports schools, where he worked closely with developing athletes of many levels. He is recognized for his steady presence and technical expertise.
“It’s exciting to work with a team like the USA, an organization clearly dedicated to building athletes who can compete at the highest level,” Andersen said.
“These are two important hires for USA Ski Jumping as we continue to strengthen our program and invest in athlete development,” said Anders Johnson, Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined Sport Director. “Daniel’s championship experience and Karl’s coaching background add tremendous value to our staff, and we are excited to see the impact they will have on our athletes.”
Karl Vegard Andersen — Women’s Assistant Coach
A former Norwegian ski jumper who competed on the Continental Cup circuit, Andersen transitioned into coaching and has spent recent years with Team Olympiaparken in Lillehammer, guiding athletes across all levels of development. Known for his strong technical insight and athlete-focused approach, he will play an important role in supporting the growth and success of the U.S. women’s program on the international stage.
Daniel-André Tande — Men’s Continental Cup Coach
A former Norwegian ski jumper, Tande competed internationally for more than a decade and brings a wealth of experience at the highest level of the sport.
He is a two-time Olympian (2018, 2022) and an Olympic gold medalist in the team event from PyeongChang 2018. Over the course of his career, Tande earned six World Cup victories, 12 World Cup podiums, and a Ski Flying World Championship silver medal in 2018. He was also a key member of Norway’s World Championship-winning team in 2018.
Tande was also a leader during the early years of the Norwegian-USA Ski Jumping Partnership, helping foster collaboration between the 2 nations’ teams.
As a coach, he is passionate about athlete development and is eager to share his knowledge and experience to help the next generation of American jumpers succeed on the international stage.
