Slovenia revealed its cross-country skiing training squad on Monday in preparation for the 2025/2026 winter season. The national team will continue under the leadership of head coach Ola Vigen Hattestad from Norway. He will guide six men and two women athletes.
New additions to the women’s national squad are Eva Urevc and Anja Mandeljc. The men’s squad includes Miha Simenc, Nejc Stern, and Vili Crv.
In addition, Miha Licef, Anze Gros, and Valerii Gontar will join the training group as part of the B team, also coached by Hattestad.
Slovenia National Cross-Country Skiing Team for 2025/2026 Season
Group A
Women:
- Eva Urevc, SD Gorje
- Anja Mandeljc, TSK Triglav Kranj
Men:
- Miha Simenc, TSK Logatec
- Nejc Stern, SD Oktan
- Vili Crv, ND Ratece – Planica
Group B
Men:
- Miha Licef, SD Gorje
- Anze Gros, SKIKE Club Slovenija
- Valerii Gontar, NSD Medvode
The team aims to build on past successes and prepare for the upcoming international competitions during the winter season.