Kate Delson of the U.S. won the gold medal in the Women’s Banked Slalom SB-LL2 final at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games [1, 2].
The victory marks a Paralympic debut for Delson, establishing her as a force in the SB-LL2 classification on the world stage.
Competing in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, Delson secured the top spot on the podium during the March 2026 games [2]. She posted a gold-medal winning time of 1:02.99 [1]. This performance placed her ahead of the nearest competitors in a contested final run.
Lisa Bunschoten-Vos took the silver medal with a time of 1:03.53 [1]. Delson beat the silver medalist by 0.54 seconds [1, 2]. Brenna Huckaby earned the bronze medal, finishing with a time of 1:03.98 [1].
The gap between the gold and bronze medals was 0.99 seconds [1]. Delson's run was the fastest recorded in the final, ensuring her victory in the banked-slalom course [1, 2].
The event was part of the broader 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, where athletes from around the world gathered in Italy to compete in various winter disciplines. Delson's performance in the SB-LL2 category highlights the technical skill required to navigate the banked-slalom course effectively.
“Kate Delson of the U.S. won the gold medal in the Women’s Banked Slalom SB-LL2 final”
Delson's victory in her Paralympic debut suggests a shift in the competitive landscape of the SB-LL2 snowboarding category. By defeating established competitors like Brenna Huckaby, Delson has positioned the U.S. as a primary contender in banked slalom events heading into future winter cycles.
