Mason Poitras Off to a Flying Start at the University of Calgary

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The transition from junior racing into university sport is one of the biggest steps in any young athlete’s career and Mason Poitras is handling it with confidence, curiosity, and momentum.

Mason, a talented alpine ski racer and long-time B78 Coaching athlete, has just begun his first year at the University of Calgary, where he is studying Engineering while training and racing in one of Canada’s strongest alpine ski environments. Early in the season, it’s already clear that the move has been a great fit.

Since arriving in Calgary, Mason has jumped straight into a demanding training and racing schedule. The team has already completed several high-quality training camps and competed in multiple early-season races.

Just as importantly, Mason has quickly found his place within the team culture. He’s thriving in the supportive but high-performance environment, building strong connections with teammates and coaches who are pushing each other to get better every day.

While the ski racing is demanding, Mason is also tackling a challenging Engineering degree, a path that requires focus, time management, and discipline. Balancing university academics with daily training, travel, and competition is no small task, but Mason has always been an athlete who thrives on structure and challenge.

Those same traits that make him a strong ski racer- consistency, problem-solving, and persistence serve him just as well in the classroom.

One of the things that makes Mason stand out is how well-rounded he is beyond sport. Alongside his athletic and academic pursuits, he is also an accomplished musician, playing the trumpet at a high level. He has performed in marching band, concert band, and brass quintet, including appearances at national competitions, a remarkable achievement in its own right.

It’s still early in the season, but everything about Mason’s first months in Calgary points in the right direction: strong training blocks, positive race experiences, great teammates, and an environment that’s helping him grow both as an athlete and a person.