David Wise, American Freestyle Skier

David Wise, born on June 30, 1990, in Reno, Nevada, is a distinguished American freestyle skier renowned for his exceptional achievements in the halfpipe discipline. He is a three-time Olympian and a three-time Olympic medalist, securing gold medals in the men’s ski halfpipe at both the 2014 Sochi and 2018 PyeongChang Winter Games, and a silver medal at the 2022 Beijing Winter Games.

Wise’s career is marked by numerous accolades:

3 Olympic Medals

6 X Games Medals (5 Gold)

1 World Championship

6 US Grand Prix Wins

3 Dew Tour Wins

1 ESPY Award

Beyond his competitive successes, Wise is celebrated for pioneering complex tricks in the halfpipe, such as the double cork 1260, which has become his signature move.

Off the slopes, Wise is a family man, married to his wife Alexandra, with whom he has two children. He is also known for his deep Christian faith, viewing his skiing as an act of worship and an opportunity for mentoring and leadership to teammates and competitors.

His dedication to the sport and his innovative approach have solidified his status as one of the most influential figures in freestyle skiing.