The Stifel U.S. Freestyle Ski Team moguls team has announced key staffing changes ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Bryon Wilson has announced his retirement from moguls coaching after serving as the team’s head coach for the last four seasons, and leading them to four Nations Cups, four World Championship medals and four Olympic medals.
Taking over the head coaching position for the Stifel U.S. Freestyle Ski Team moguls team is Rob Kober, hailing from Canada. Kober led the Canadian Men’s Moguls Team for over 15 years, and helped them find success time and time again, including four Olympic medals, 17 World Championship podiums and countless World Cup wins. His impressive resume on the snow helped him earn the prestigious Jack Donohue Coach of the Year Award presented by the Coaching Association of Canada. Beyond his 20+ years of coaching experience, Kober has earned degrees in Adolescent Studies and High Performance coaching, building a strong foundation in fostering athlete relationships, developing specialized programs and strong leadership.
In addition to hiring a new head coach, the staffing structure is expanding to include a new development coaching position. Chuck Martin will take the helm of the Moguls National Development Group, which brings together the next generation of moguls athletes from around the country to help bridge the gap between clubs and the U.S. team. Martin comes from Winter Park, where he served as the Head FIS Moguls Coach for the Winter Park Competition Center for the last three seasons. Martin has coached for 39 years after transitioning from his professional skiing career. During his time on the U.S. team, Martin earned one World Cup win, eight podiums, a World Championship bronze medal, and was named to the 1992 Olympic Team. In this new position, he will focus on building the up-and-coming moguls athletes to strengthen our pipeline across the country.
"Bryon Wilson has had a tremendous impact on our moguls program over the last four seasons; under his leadership, the team achieved remarkable success," said Matt Gnoza, U.S. Ski & Snowboard Freestyle Sport Director. "Beyond the results, Wilson helped foster a team atmosphere that will continue to lead our program for years to come. We are incredibly grateful for his dedication and wish him all the best in his next chapter.
As we look to the future, we're excited to welcome Rob Kober as our new head coach. Rob brings an exceptional track record of success at the highest levels of our sport, along with a deep commitment to athlete development and team culture. His experience, leadership and vision make him an outstanding fit to lead our moguls program into the next Olympic cycle.
We are equally excited to add Chuck Martin to a newly created coaching role within the Moguls National Development Group. Chuck's experience as both an elite athlete and coach gives him a unique perspective that will be invaluable as we strengthen our athlete pipeline. The creation of the National Development Group reflects our commitment to building long-term success by providing greater support and opportunities for the next generation of U.S. moguls athletes. Together, these additions position us well for continued success both today and in the years ahead."
The team’s performance in the 2025-26 season was nothing short of incredible, earning the Nations Cup, securing four Olympic medals and 18 World Cup podiums despite a shortened season. These achievements will set the standard heading into a World Championship year.
