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Roz Groenewoud

Half pipe skiing

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Hometown

Calgary, Alberta

Home mountain

Whistler, BC but I don't get to ride there nearly enough!

Favourite place to ride

Whistler! Or anywhere in Japan

Other sponsors

Scott, Spyder, Skullcandy, Voleurz, Swix

Greatest accomplishment

Winning World Championships 2011 in some of the worst weather I've ever skied

Major influences

My Canadian teammates inspire me the most on the hill: Justin, Mike, Matt and Sarah. As a basketball player, I looked up to Steve Nash and Lisa Leslie. I have always admired the spirit and energy of female rockers: Karen O, Joan Jett and Kim Deal.

Shout Outs

My family (Mom, Dad, Luke and Veronique) for always being 100% supportive; my coach and teammates (Trennon, Justin, Mike, Matt and Sarah) for pushing me, inspiring me and always being there for me; Quest University Canada for making my education work alon