Poll launched for greatest US winter sports athlete of all time
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
A new poll invites votes for the best American winter sports athlete of all time, featuring nominees from various disciplines including skiing and hockey. USA TODAY emphasizes the contributions of athletes like Eric Heiden, Shaun White, Lindsey Vonn, and Hilary Knight. This initiative is part of the broader '250 for 250' series, which highlights top American athletes across different sports. It runs weekly and features a range of sports topics, culminating in a full reveal on July 4.
- •Poll asks for opinions on the best U.S. winter sports athlete ever.
- •USA TODAY's '250 for 250' series spotlights American sports figures.
- •Weekly athlete categories lead to final reveal on July 4.
- •Featured athletes include Eric Heiden, Shaun White, Lindsey Vonn, and Hilary Knight.
- •Poll participation encourages fan engagement in winter sports history.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Who's the greatest US winter sports athlete of all time? Vote in our new poll
"From the NHL to the Winter Olympics, American athletes have excelled on skis and skates for decades. Vote for the best U.S. winter sports athlete ever.
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