<div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Registrations are officially open for the 2026 World Rookie Snowboard Finals in Kaprun</strong>, marking the ultimate snowboard showdown from <strong>March 21st to 28th, 2026</strong> at <strong>Kitzsteinhorn in Zell am See-Kaprun, Austria</strong>.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">After an entire season of Rookie Fests and qualifiers across Europe, North America and Japan, the <strong>Black Yeti </strong>is ready to welcome the world’s most driven young riders to one of snowboarding’s most iconic arenas. Kaprun’s glacier setup isn’t just a venue, it’s where rising stars put everything on the line, push their limits and showcase the tricks and mindset that define the next generation of elite snowboarders.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The <strong>World Rookie Snowboard Finals </strong>bring together only the best-qualified <strong>Groms and Rookies</strong>, battling for the coveted titles in <strong>Snowboard Slopestyle, Big Air and Rail</strong>. This event goes beyond competition, it’s a weeklong celebration of youth snowboarding culture, progression and international community.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">From the electric atmosphere of the park to the high-stakes finals, from training sessions to unforgettable social moments, <strong>Kitzsteinhorn in Zell am See-Kaprun</strong> has become the crucible where passion meets performance.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Qualification criteria</strong> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The World Rookie Snowboard Finals are open to qualified male and female riders born on or after January 1st, 2008. Athletes compete in two categories: <strong>Rookie </strong>(2008–2010) and <strong>Grom</strong> (2011 and later), and must represent a WSF member nation.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Qualification is based on the official World Rookie Rank: the top 20 male and female Rookies and the top 10 Grom riders as of March 15th, 2026 earn their spot. Each nation may also nominate up to six riders (including at least two females). The top three riders from the previous Qualifier and from the 2025 World Rookie Snowboard Finals are automatically qualified.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Registrations must be submitted by national secretaries, coaches, or parents on behalf of the athlete.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Registration</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Registrations for the <strong>2026 World Rookie Snowboard Finals</strong> are officially open and must be completed online <strong>no later than March 16th, 2026</strong>. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The <strong>entry fee </strong>is set at €100 for one discipline, €140 for two disciplines and €160 for three disciplines. Lift tickets valid from <strong>March 22nd to 27th, 2026</strong>, must be booked through the same platform, together with the official accommodation packages. </div><div style="text-align: justify;">Accommodation options start at €72 per night per person (half board, multi-bedroom), with double rooms at €82 per night and single rooms at €110 per night, all inclusive of breakfast and dinner. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">National secretaries or coaches must submit team registrations, while parents or coaches may complete individual entries on behalf of the athlete.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Registration form must be sent to: <a href="https://www.worldrookietour.newcommerce.tirol/" target="_blank">www.worldrookietour.newcommerce.tirol/</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1qm&h=2lsoj9kbfnvoududbgremd3iid&hpl=CCG6883941KNE83G41PI0SRE41T20Q3GDG&i=34s&iw=1&p=H1871279762&s=lp&sn=25q&z=1iv3" target="_blank">Event documents</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Where Champions enter the Hall of Fame</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Winning the <strong>2026 World Rookie Snowboard Finals</strong> at Kitzsteinhorn in Zell am See-Kaprun means more than stepping onto the podium. It means earning the prestigious title of <strong>World Rookie Snowboard Champion </strong>and officially entering the World Rookie Tour Hall of Fame, becoming part of a legacy that has launched the international careers of some of today’s most recognized snowboard athletes.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Podium riders will unlock exclusive opportunities including tickets to world-class events such as <strong>Rock A Rail 2026</strong> and<strong> Absolute Park Spring Battle</strong>, training weeks at the <strong>World Rookie Camp</strong>, a surf experience in Santander with <strong>SurftoLive.com</strong>, Golden Tickets for selected 26/27 World Rookie Tour events, and premium products offered by partners including <strong>Nitro, TSG, Blue Tomato, Collective [of] Moving People, Stickermule </strong>and<strong> Red Bull</strong>.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Finals will also be broadcast via <strong>live streaming</strong>, allowing the global snowboard community to follow the action directly from the Kitzsteinhorn glacier and witness the crowning of the next World Rookie Champions.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Kitzsteinhorn in Zell am See-Kaprun is not just the end of the season. It’s where the future of snowboarding takes its next step.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>See you at Kitzsteinhorn in Zell am See-Kaprun</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">👉 <strong>Download the Info Sheet <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1qm&h=37qm1kke9r754878h841soanf1&hpl=CCG6883941KNE83G41PI0SRE41T20Q3GDG&i=34s&iw=1&p=H1601582838&s=lp&sn=25q&z=1j06" target="_blank">here</a></strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Registrations and information:</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="mailto:registration@worldrookietour.com" target="_blank">registration@worldrookietour.com</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Phone +43 650 56 37 424 </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>On the road to the Finals: Hungarian Rookie Fest 2026</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Before the season reaches its grand finale in Zell am See-Kaprun, the action continues in Central Europe with the <strong>Hungarian World Rookie Fest 2026</strong>, taking place from <strong>February 27th to March 1st, 2026</strong> in Hungary. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Hosted at Skipark Mátraszentistván, the event will feature a Slopestyle competition offering valuable ranking points and another key opportunity for young riders to secure qualification for the <strong>World Rookie Snowboard Finals</strong>. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">As an official stop of the World Rookie Tour, the Hungarian Rookie Fest plays an important role in the international pathway for the next generation of snowboard talents.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://www.worldrookietour.com/2026/02/09/hungarian-world-rookie-fest-2026/" target="_blank">Read more</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Follow the <a href="https://www.worldrookietour.com/calendar/" target="_blank">World Rookie Tour</a> and get ready for an epic winter, where every ride could become the launchpad for a pro career! </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">If your dream is to become a professional athlete, then your future begins on the World Rookie Tour. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">If you want more information about our project and wish to become a partner, contact us at: <a href="mailto:info@worldrookietour.com" target="_blank">info@worldrookietour.com</a></div>