Livingston County snowboard cross Olympian eyes medal at 2026 Winter Games

Jake Vedder, a 27-year-old snowboard cross Olympian from Pinckney, is determined to win a medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics after narrowly missing the podium at the 2022 Beijing Games, where he finished as the top American in sixth place. Focusing on his training and upcoming qualifiers in Italy and China, Vedder is driven by his near-podium finish and the support of his community, aiming to stay disciplined and focused amidst challenging weather and course conditions to achieve his dream.