Jake Vedder eyes 2026 Olympics medal

Jake Vedder, a 27-year-old snowboard cross Olympian from Pinckney, is determined to secure a medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics after a near-podium finish at the 2022 Beijing Games, where he was the top American in sixth place. With upcoming qualifiers in Italy and China, Vedder is rigorously training, focusing on controllable aspects of the sport, and drawing inspiration from his small community and family support, aiming to inspire the next generation and fulfill his Olympic dreams.